Martyn Blake, 40, told jurors at the Old Bailey he felt he had a duty to protect fellow armed officers at the scene.

The M65 is expected to be closed 'for some time' due to a crash between Blackburn and Darwen, police have said.

The Australian actress and singer will read the children’s classic Goodnight Moon by American writer Margaret Wise Brown.

Growing investment in Scotland would help to tackle child poverty, Scotland’s First Minister has said as he attended a summit in London. John Swinney will seek to boost Scotland’s private investment ...

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Linton Road both ways closed due to police incident at George Street. Near Barking Station. George Street, Cambridge Road and London Road are also closed. Diversion: For eight bus routes ...