The United Kingdom, France and Germany have agreed to restore tough UN sanctions on Iran by the end of August if there has been no concrete progress on a nuclear deal, two European diplomats said.

The Office for National Statistics said Consumer Prices Index inflation rose to 3.6 in June, up from 3.4 in May.

An unannounced inspection of HMP Haverigg has found it to be 'one of the most impressive jails in the country'.

The warning surrounds the Neosis Schokolade Love of Dubai chocolate which contains peanuts not mentioned on the label. As a result, the FSA says it poses “a serious risk to anyone with an allergy to ...

A young wrestler has showed off his talent, going home with a number of wins and shiny trophies under his belt.

TV presenter John Torode said he learned from reading media reports about his “sacking” from MasterChef for using a racist term but ...

The final arrest was of a man wanted for failing to attend court. David Allen, Cumbria's Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, said: "Seventeen arrests over four days is a brilliant achievement and ...

The summer race, put together by the Hoad Hill Harriers, will be taking place on August 20, with hundreds of participants expected.

Why PC Jack Thompson's bravery should inspire us all: and why we need more like Jack. Last Thursday, I had the enormous privilege of standing alongside one of Cumbria’s finest at the national Police ...

A 25-YEAR plan for a Cumbrian community forest has been adopted by senior councillors this week. Members of Cumberland Council’s executive committee meet at Allerdale House in Workington on Tuesday ...

Cleator Moor has a rich cycling history dating back over one hundred years. And it was in 1970 that the first Continental Road Cycle Race was held, which sparked the creation of the Moresby Parks Road ...

The 10p swim scheme is in addition to Cumberland’s free Holiday Activity and Food Programme, which offers a range of summer activities for children. The programme provides up to 16 fully funded days ...