The group reported first quarter profits of 820 million euros (£710.3 million), up from 360 million euros (£311.8 million) a year ago.

Shigeru Ishiba’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party and its junior coalition partner Komeito were three seats short of maintaining a majority.

Consumer groups demanded action on affordability as green campaigners claimed there had been a ‘missed opportunity’.

The system for regulating water companies in England and Wales should be overhauled and replaced with one single body, a landmark review of the sector has advised.

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Japanese prime minister Shigeru Ishiba’s ruling coalition has failed to secure a majority in the 248-seat upper house in a ...

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But as Mbeumo comes in, Marcus Rashford is ready to move on, having travelled to Catalonia on Sunday evening as he closes in on a move to Barcelona. PA understands a broad agreement has been reached ...

Owen Farrell will lead the British and Irish Lions for the first time in Tuesday’s match against the First Nations & Pasifika XV at Marvel Stadium. Farrell is given his maiden start of the tour 17 ...

Huda Ammori is seeking to challenge Yvette Cooper’s decision to proscribe Palestine Action under anti-terror laws earlier this year.

The 72 additional badges will reward girls for having a good night’s sleep, critiquing food, discovering a new hobby and planning a holiday.