The Latest Breaking News from England

A £2bn funding boost for new homes in England was announced this week ahead of today’s spring statement but the housing market’s problems run deep. Here’s an overview of where we are and how we got there

England right-back set to agree lucrative Bernabeu switch as attentions now turn to Anfield futures of Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk

Back-to-back Wembley wins kick off new era in positive fashion, but how much can really be learned from such low-key fixtures

NEW DELHI: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced updates to its Elite Panel of Umpires, with Allahudien Paleker of South Africa and England's Alex Wharf joining the prestigious group. Nitin Menon remains the only Indian umpire on the panel, reaffirming his status among the world's best match officials.

Brighton’s Maisie Symonds earns first call-up amid midfield shortage

Beth Mead also returns from injury as Maisie Symonds receives first call-up for the Belgium double-header

Afghans and Iranians were the most common nationalities among the 38,079 asylum seekers in hotels in December.

England brushed aside Albania and Latvia in Tuchel’s first two games.

James’ career has stalled over the past few seasons after a multitude of injuries but the Chelsea defender has returned to fitness.

As data reshapes coaching and tactics at club and international level, the numbers are increasingly king

Stay Belvedere Hotels houses people waiting for asylum decisions in 51 hotels in England and Wales, as well as the Napier Barracks in Kent.