Gerry McCann, whose daughter vanished in 2007, tells the BBC he believes politicians fear the media.

The talks are the most significant sign yet that international human rights law could be reinterpreted.

In a new analysis, the National Audit Office finds “reactive” government policies moved problems elsewhere.

A BBC study lays bare the scale of flood defences in England that are in need of maintenance.

Amber and yellow warnings for wind are in place, with gusts of 90mph forecast in north-west Scotland.