Sir David revealed he only started reading the Poirot books after accepting the role – a character he would portray on television for 25 years.

BP has said it expects to be boosted by higher oil and gas production for the third quarter but warned of weak oil trading. It told investors on Tuesday that upstream production is now expected to be ...

Three such pubs, which have closed down, are still missed by Oldham today, two of which still stand with their signage. Once found at 77 West Street, the Abbey Inn has been described as being 'one of ...

Here's a look at the latest public notices across Oldham over the past week. A road in Greenfield is to close for gas works. Oldham Borough Council has announced a temporary closure of Ladhill Lane ...

An Oldham cleaning product manufacturer has appointed a new head of sales. Robert Scott, based in Greenfield, has announced that Gareth David has taken up the role. Mr David brings more than 28 years ...

Six people from Oldham have been caught shoplifting in the borough, with items including coffee, alcohol and cosmetics taken ...

Here are the latest planning applications validated or decided by Oldham Council, featuring a range of proposals from new light poles and home extensions to demolition works and changes of use. Below ...

An Oldham pub which has recently reopened following a refurbishment, has divided opinion with its new rules on a dress code and age restriction ...

The deaths of women and babies during childbirth have been “normalised”, the Health Secretary said. Wes Streeting told a debate on baby loss in the House of Commons that the level of deaths in England ...

The Government risks losing support over its proposals for digital IDs, Labour MPs have said, as they raised concerns about the impact on civil liberties and the cost. Nadia Whittome, Richard Burgon, ...

A network of walk-in GP centres will be opened across Scotland, the First Minister has announced. Speaking at the SNP conference in Aberdeen, John Swinney said his party would end the era of the 8am ...

Defence barrister Mark Mulholland questioned changes in Soldier H’s evidence over the years and said it was unreliable.