Scotland would have become the first part of the UK to legalise the process had MSPs backed the proposals.

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, the Ukrainian president says Putin wants a "long war" between the US and Iran.

Officials confirm 15 cases of meningitis following an outbreak in Kent, in which two people died.

Police will have new powers to seize and detain dogs that have attacked or chased farm animals.

Most migrant workers will have to wait longer to qualify for permanent residence under the government's proposals.