Temperatures have exceeded 30C across the North West this week

Senior partner and property litigation solicitor Alex Cook said English law had 'layers'

The forecaster has shared what we can expect this weekend after a spell of extreme heat

The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed a change to the benefit schedule

Stephanie Davis has opened up about her time on Coronation Street and the 'amazing' co-star she's still in touch with after her character Courtney Vance left the cobbles

Jake Bolton struck Himabindu Yadla - known as Bindu - as she crossed Tramway Lane, Bamber Bridge, while over twice the legal cannabis limit

David Kelly, 56, admitted becoming drunk and offensive on a Jet2 flight from Turkey to Newcastle

If you're a fan of Downton Abbey, Julian Fellowes' more recent six-part Netflix series is the perfect binge-watch as a gripping football history series

The Netflix original series has been hailed by Reddit users as the 'most binge-worthy series' on the platform, with everyone saying it's a total must-watch.

New data shows that overgrown garden complaints to UK councils rose by 13% last year - and there's a few things you need to watch out for

Holidaymakers are also being urged to check directly with their airline

The Reform UK leader retained his seat, as expected

Survivalist Steven Kelly spoke to the ECHO in an exclusive interview about appearing on new show Bear Grylls: Wild Expedition

I put Dr Beckmann Cleaning Sheets up against Flash All-Purpose Cleaner to find out which floor cleaner works best

"Even to the last day he would talk about coming home. He never gave up hope."

Weeds can be a real nuisance in the garden, but there are natural ways to tackle them.

When it comes to porridge, results can vary - so how does a classic pot of Quaker compare with the instant porridge from high-street supermarkets? I tested seven to find out

Nigel Farage has announced he will not attend the Clacton by-election count after Essex Police warned him of an organised campaign to disrupt the results. The Reform UK leader claimed a convincing victory but said he refused to be "demeaned and ...

Will Carmichael was described as "so kind, so loving, so funny"

Dr Raisah Sawati was sanctioned after her conduct at the Birkenhead hospital six years ago

Rose Johnston was found dead in her Dovecot home with a blunt force head injury

The 68-year-old has appeared on the ITV panel show on and off for 25 years

Coronation Street's Sarah Platt is in prison after the death of Theo Silverton, leaving her son Harry to be looked after by Bethany and ex-boyfriend Kit

Coronation Street's social worker Ruth is back on the cobbles - but where will viewers recognise actress Amy Drake from?

Salt and Tar has returned to Bootle for four nights of live music