National
Rowling's Harry Potter book on sale
It marked the spellbinding start to the Harry Potter series of best-selling books which took the world by storm.
Olympics star Ennis ties the knot
Olympic champion Jessica Ennis wore a winning smile as she married her long-term partner at a church in Derbyshire's Peak District.
Briton drowns on holiday in Italy
A British tourist has drowned while swimming on a family holiday in Italy.
Tory peer denies jibe at activists
David Cameron has given his backing to Tory co-chairman Lord Feldman after he denied being responsible for alleged comments describing grassroots party activists as "swivel-eyed loons".
'Bedroom tax' prompts payment surge
The number of people claiming extra handouts from councils to meet housing costs has soared following the introduction of the so-called "bedroom tax", figures have revealed.
Drugs suspected in girl's death
A 16-year-old girl who died following reported breathing difficulties may have taken an illegal drug, police said.
Sea swim woman found after search
A woman who disappeared while swimming off the Lincolnshire coast has been found alive after a major search operation.
Surgery row trust to replace chief
An NHS trust at the centre of a row over children's heart surgery is to replace its chief executive.
Young women killed in car crash
A teenage driver and her female passenger have died and three men are in hospital after their car careered off the road into undergrowth.
Egypt hotel pool tragedy girl named
A five-year-old British girl who died in a pool at a hotel in Egypt has been named by her family, according to reports.
'Amazing' slimmer loses 21 stone
A woman branded morbidly obese by her GP has lost 21 stone in weight after an embarrassing trip to the dentist forced her to act.
Archbishop to bless married couples
The Archbishop of Westminster will bless more than 600 married couples to celebrate marriage as "an exclusive commitment and a life-long partnership between a man and a woman".
Denmark tipped to win Eurovision
Favourites Denmark could prove a disaster for bookies if they land their predicted win at the Eurovision Song Contest.
'Dismay' over Litvinenko ruling
The widow of poisoned spy Alexander Litvinenko has accused a coroner of abandoning his search for the truth about Russian state responsibility for her husband's death.
McCanns 'very pleased' with review
Madeleine McCann's parents are said to be "very, very pleased" with Scotland Yard's review of their daughter's disappearance, as it emerged detectives have identified "more than a handful of people of interest" in the case.
Dead children name usage 'common'
It was "common practice" for undercover police officers within Scotland Yard to use dead children's identities, an investigation has found.
Singer 'fine' after new car drama
Chart star George Michael has been airlifted to hospital for treatment to head injuries after a motorway accident - the latest car drama for the troubled singer.
Tribute to 'beautiful' daughter
The father of a 20-month-old toddler who was found dead at a house has spoken of the loss of his "uniquely beautiful" daughter who meant the world to him.
Bridger's 'mental block' over body
The man accused of murdering April Jones told police he had a "mental block" about what happened to her body, a jury has heard.
Unhealthy packed lunch 'is abuse'
Jamie Oliver has compared unhealthy packed lunches with child abuse and said the Government should do more to improve school meals.
Cocaine found in cakes at airport
Two people have been charged with drug trafficking offences after cocaine worth up to £1 million was found hidden inside cakes at Gatwick Airport.
Le Vell denies child sex charges
Coronation Street actor Michael Le Vell denied a series of child sex offences when he appeared in court.
Family praises rescue bid soldiers
The family of a British construction worker murdered by his Islamist kidnappers just minutes after a joint UK and Nigerian rescue operation stormed their compound has praised the soldiers who tried to save him and said the Government had been right to send them.
Pair convicted of abusing patients
Two care assistants who abused severely disabled patients are guilty of "an appalling abuse of trust and a violation of what society should be able to expect from people in the care profession", prosecutors have said.
Fire services 'could save £200m'
Fire and rescue services in England could save up to £200 million a year if they were operated more efficiently, according to a report.
Sir Bruce signs up for Strictly
Sir Bruce Forsyth has ended speculation by signing up for the next series of Strictly Come Dancing.
TV baker Hollywood splits from wife
Culinary TV star Paul Hollywood has split from his wife after 15 years of marriage.
Red Arrows cleared for new displays
The RAF's Red Arrows air display team has been cleared by the Chief of the Air Staff to fly in displays this year, the RAF said.
UK man jailed for Cyprus killing
A UK tourist has been jailed for eight years for the manslaughter of a British soldier in Cyprus, the Ministry of Defence said.
'No great demand for gay marriage'
Prime Minister David Cameron's plans for same-sex marriage have unnecessarily upset "vast numbers of people", Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has said.
Special traffic courts to be set up
Traffic-light jumpers and speeding motorists are to be dealt with in special traffic courts in a bid to free up time for more serious cases, the Government said.
King Richard's head goes on display
A facial reconstruction of King Richard III is going on display in Leicester's Guildhall on the first stop of a nationwide tour.
Soap actor faces court hearing
Coronation Street actor Michael Le Vell will appear in court later for a further hearing over alleged child sex offences.
Boat driver 'not wearing kill cord'
The driver of a speedboat which killed two members of the same family as it raged out of control in a coastal beauty spot was not attached to a safety device designed to cut power in an emergency, investigators have said.
First chief social worker appointed
Education Secretary Michael Gove has announced the appointment of the first Chief Social Worker for children and families in England, as well as a new fast-track scheme designed to attract top graduates into the profession.
Hug your children, parents urged
Parents should give their children "lots of hugs", play games and ensure youngsters get enough sleep, according to new advice from headteachers.
Petrol and diesel prices down: AA
Average petrol and diesel prices have fallen but the situation remains fragile, according to the AA.
Cameron floats childcare compromise
David Cameron has signalled he is ready to compromise to end the coalition stand-off over flagship childcare reforms.
Royal reward for wounded soldier
A soldier thought to have survived the worst ever battlefield injuries in Afghanistan will be made an MBE by the Prince of Wales.
Custody death case review published
Police could face misconduct proceedings over the way they dealt with a musician who died in custody, in the wake of a new review.
Hi-de-Hi! star Paul Shane dies
Hi-de-Hi! actor Paul Shane has died at the age of 72 following a short illness.
Dead woman's husband found hanged
A husband is thought to have strangled his wife then hanged himself, police have said.
Police hunt mother of dead toddler
The mother of a two-year-old girl whose body was discovered at a house is thought to have left the UK, police have revealed.
HMRC tax deal ruled 'not unlawful'
The "sweetheart" tax deal between HM Revenue and Customs and Goldman Sachs was procedurally flawed but not unlawful, the High Court has ruled.
Train death 'should act as warning'
The father of a teenage girl killed after she walked onto a railway line into the path of an oncoming train has spoken of his hope that lessons will be learned from the tragedy.
Flypast marks Dambuster anniversary
Hundreds of well-wishers gathered at Derwent Reservoir to watch a flypast by a Lancaster bomber to mark the 70th anniversary of the war-time Dambuster raids.
178,000 children 'unpaid carers'
Nearly 10,000 children aged five to seven are providing unpaid care for their family members or guardians, according to census figures.
April jury views Bridger's car
A jury has viewed a car belonging to murder suspect Mark Bridger and the bike that was being ridden by schoolgirl April Jones on the night she went missing.
Becks confirms football retirement
Former England captain David Beckham has announced that he will retire from football at the end of this season.
Actress Tina Malone pregnant at 50
Actress Tina Malone has announced she is pregnant at the age of 50.
Looking for...
Featured advertisers
Jobs
Search for a job
Motors
Search for a car
Property
Search for a house
Weather for Matlock
Saturday 18 May 2013
Today
Light rain
Temperature: 7 C to 12 C
Wind Speed: 12 mph
Wind direction: West
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Temperature: 9 C to 18 C
Wind Speed: 10 mph
Wind direction: North east
