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The results come as the government is poised to announce that the Arriva-operated Northern will have its franchise terminated five years early, with the network most likely to be taken back under direct state control. The announcement is expected to come as soon as Wednesday. … [Read more...] about Northern rail passengers least satisfied in the UK

In a joint statement the energy companies said they are confident that the project has delivered benefits to consumers since it began operating two years ago and will continue to “transport cleaner greener energy to our homes and businesses across Great Britain”. … [Read more...] about Energy firms face inquiry over £1.3bn green power cable

A second distribution of cash will follow after the sale of the “unquoted” investments in the fund – stakes in companies that Woodford invested in but were not listed on the stock market. But the administrators have already warned investors that these assets are proving more difficult to sell than expected. … [Read more...] about Neil Woodford investors take hefty loss as payouts begin

The open letter had been signed by more than 3,000 people by Monday evening, including more than 800 clergy, one serving bishop, eight retired bishops and 10 serving deans. It has been sent to the archbishops of Canterbury and York, plus Stephen Cottrell, the bishop of Chelmsford, who will take over as archbishop of York in the summer. … [Read more...] about C of E’s sex guidance caused ‘unnecessary distress’, say bishops

The twist The sweet balsamic vinegar combines with the butter and cooking juices to make a dressing, but for a slightly more tart note you could add pomegranate molasses or vincotto. Instead of grapes, use sweet apples, cored and cut into thick slices or small cubes. … [Read more...] about Nigel Slater’s chard, grapes and walnuts recipe