The short lived county was created in 1974, only to be so unpopular locally that it was dissolved in 1996. The phrase “the bad old days of Avon” is often used by long-serving local councillors who see ...

A massive 739-mile of snow looks set to hit the UK in a few days, affecting areas from Wick in Scotland to Folkestone in the ...

A separate yellow wind warning has been issued from 3pm to 11.59pm on Thursday, with strong northwesterly winds of up to ...

The international community overwhelmingly considers Israeli settlement construction in the West Bank to be illegal and an obstacle to peace.

Maps and charts from WX Charts, which uses Met Desk data, shows the downturn in conditions and deterioration as we head ...

Devon and Somerset Fire Service have issued advice for driving in icy conditions. Take extra care on the roads during ice and ...

A QUIET UK beach in the UK has been named one of the country’s most secluded. A study conducted by Jeep and Ordance Survey ...

Somerset West and Taunton - where Minehead is located - was listed as one of the UK's most deprived areas in a report put ...

Britain is bracing for one of winter's most formidable onslaughts as forecasters warn of a huge blizzard that could stretch ...

A powerful band of snow is set to sweep across the UK from the early hours of January 9, with wintry conditions arriving as ...

Weather maps suggest that the UK is in for a huge blanket of snow next week as temperatures dip to -3C across Scotland, ...

See all the high street brands, including Primark, Poundland, River Island and Tresspass, that are set to close stores in 2026.