The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero said Energy Secretary Ed Miliband had signed the final investment decision for the development.

The ONS said borrowing rose £6.6 billion to £20.7 billion last month, marking the second highest on record for June.

Deputy chairwoman Emma Runswick says a push to maintain scheduled care could cause harm in emergency departments.

While rising motor premiums are largely driven by external cost pressures, shortcomings persist in how some insurers handle claims, the FCA said.