House price inflation 'picks up' - (07/12/2006 08:56:14)

Annual house price inflation rose to 9.6% in November, according to the latest survey from the Halifax bank.

Turkey 'will open port to Cyprus' - (07/12/2006 08:41:20)

Turkey offers to open one port and one airport to traffic from Cyprus, hoping to revive EU membership talks.

Trolley sculptures push for award - (07/12/2006 08:40:52)

Sculptures depicting river life made from shopping trolleys dragged from waterways are in line for an award.

Trolley sculptures push for award - (07/12/2006 08:40:52)

Sculptures depicting river life made from shopping trolleys dragged from waterways are in line for an award.

Bank set to keep UK rates on hold - (07/12/2006 07:48:32)

UK interest rates are set to remain on hold at 5% following the Bank of England's latest meeting.

Bad storms keep fishermen at sea - (07/12/2006 06:58:18)

Fishing crews from Kilkeel in County Down finally return to port after a rough night at sea.

Fatal shooting inquiry continues - (07/12/2006 06:52:06)

Detectives are expected to reveal more information about a fatal shooting near to a Glasgow primary school.

Hepatitis tests 'like witch hunt' - (07/12/2006 06:48:59)

A senior professional criticises a screening programme started after a dentist tested positive for hepatitis C.

Cricket: Vaughan return ruled out - (07/12/2006 06:46:39)

England coach Duncan Fletcher does not believe Michael Vaughan can get fully fit for this Ashes series.

Loan burden falls on NI taxpayers - (07/12/2006 06:43:47)

Government departments in Northern Ireland are criticised for taking out loans they do not need.