The Scottish Government has introduced a new bill to Parliament that will give additional powers to tackle those who psychologically abuse their partners using coercive and controlling behaviour.

The UK’s Supreme Court has given its long-awaited decision in the case of Ilott v The Blue Cross and others, which concerns an estranged daughter’s challenge to her mother’s will.

Two separate organisations representing the interests of older people have called for a “revolution” in housing provision to better meet the housing needs of people in retirement.

Increased penalties are now in force for drivers caught using their mobile phones at the wheel, the UK Government has confirmed.

UK law enforcement organisations have worked closely with Europol in several recent operations that led to a number of significant arrests.