Boris Johnson was briefed in person about an inquiry into Chris Pincher's behaviour, says a former top civil servant.

Wimbledon quarter-finalist Nick Kyrgios is set to appear in court in Australia next month in relation to an allegation of common assault.

Dean McCullough and Vicky Hawkesworth will present their new afternoon show from Salford.

But banks are well-placed to weather even a severe economic downturn, the Bank of England says.

59% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, down from 65% before Covid.