Tories would keep the triple lock as it is, says party chairman 30. September 2026 (09:37) The triple lock, which was introduced but the Conservative-Lib Dem coalition in 2011, ensures state pensions rise by whichever is highest out of average earnings growth, consumer price index (CPI) inflation or 2.5%.(BBC News)
More talks over Drumcree dispute as stalemate continues 30. September 2026 (08:45) Lawyers for the Garvaghy Road Residents Coalition issued a fresh legal bid on Tuesday to try to prevent the march from going ahead.(BBC News)