PC maker Dell - currently in the midst of a battle over its future - reports a sharp fall in quarterly profits.

Controversial French lawyer Jacques Verges, whose clients included Venezuelan Carlos the Jackal, has died aged 88.

Careless and inconsiderate drivers across Britain who hog lanes or tailgate can now be punished with on-the-spot police fines of £100 and points.

The government is pressing councils to ensure new housing developments in England include sufficient space to store household bins out of sight.

The UK's 46 million current account holders will be able to switch banks in seven days from next month.

Motorists are being warned about a new car accident insurance scam called "flash-for-cash".

Millions of private tenants across the UK are experiencing smaller rent rises than normal, according to two separate surveys

The funeral will be held later for a 14-year-old girl thought to have killed herself after being bullied online.