As it happened: Makerfield by-election candidates debate immigration and antisocial behaviour

BBC North West political editor Annabel Tiffin hosts a debate of the key issues in the Makerfield by-election by candidates ...

Water cannon fired as crowds face off against police near Belfast

The family of Stephen Ogilvy say "peaceful protest is the only way forward". Public transport is closing early in Belfast ...

Family of Belfast knife victim say 'unrest is not welcome' as extra police brought onto streets

The family of Stephen Ogilvy say "peaceful protest is the only way forward". Public transport is closing early in Belfast ...

Republicans gained edge over Democrats in redistricting battle, internal party assessment finds

The internal evaluation, which has not been previously reported, could offer some encouragement to Republicans ahead of the ...