Forensic findings in the Stephen Lawrence trial do not fit with the rest of the evidence, a defence barrister tells the jury.

Government plans to cut subsidies for solar panels on homes are ruled legally flawed by the High Court.

The Syrian opposition calls for emergency meetings of the UN Security Council and the Arab League to discuss an alleged massacre in Syria's north-west.

A UK child protection watchdog is appealing to children who may be among hundreds of victims of an internet sex abuser to come forward.

A Manchester woman has been given an eight month suspended jail sentence after admitting stealing hundreds of pounds worth of alcohol.

Scientists detect two distant worlds they think are the roasted remains of once giant planets that became engulfed by their parent star.

The prospect of a deal on some public sector pensions looked back on after a controversial letter from a minister was withdrawn.

Up to 150 firefighters are tackling a severe blaze at a business park in Leyland, Lancashire.