The Competition and Markets Authority said a provisional investigation found the link between the two companies did not meet the merger threshold.

But they expressed some openness to delaying sentencing until after the US President-elect’s impending second term.

A senior doctor has told a public inquiry it is “likely” that nurse Lucy Letby murdered or assaulted children at the Countess of Chester Hospital’s neonatal unit before June 2015.

Senior Labour figure Lord Mandelson urged the Prime Minister to use Reform UK leader Nigel Farage as ‘a bridgehead’ to Donald Trump.

More than 70 businesses, including Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury’s, have told Rachel Reeves Budget tax hikes mean price rises are a ‘certainty’.

Patricia Ferguson said evidence from a retired surgeon of children being targeted by drones showed ‘cold calculation’ by Israeli forces.

Financial and legal experts have reported seeing an increase in farmers seeking advice and support over the shake-up in inheritance tax.

The family of a 10-year-boy who was born with half a heart is fundraising to help him fulfil his bucket list wishes.

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall said the Government estimates did not account for measures to mitigate the impact.

Health leaders in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire have urged people to use their services wisely.

POLICE are asking for the public’s help to find a wanted man who has links to Weston-super-Mare. Avon and Somerset Police want to locate Callum Evans, 30, who failed to appear in court. A spokesperson ...

The Prime Minister launched the UK-led Global Clean Power Alliance, which will involve several countries including Brazil, Canada and France.