Sir Keir Starmer is issuing an apology to the survivors of historical forced adoptions. The prime minister begins his statement by paying tribute to their "extraordinary courage", calling them some of ...

Andy Burnham has said he is yet to choose his chancellor. Earlier, Sir Keir Starmer issued a formal apology on behalf of the state to survivors of forced adoptions. Follow the latest. Burnham: I haven ...

Today:Early fog in the far southwest clears quickly. Most areas stay dry with sunshine and variable cloud, though northern and northeastern regions may see isolated showers. Light winds overall, ...