UK Chancellor George Osborne believes the SNP "are tying themselves in knots" over plans to retain the pound in the event of a yes to independence.

German airline Lufthansa has cancelled the majority of its flights scheduled for Monday due to a strike.

George Osborne is set to boost lending to small businesses as he faces growing pressure over his austerity policies.

Former Chancellor Alistair Darling urges Labour not to commit to future spending plans until it knows the government's own position.