Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
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UK-EU defence fund talks break down over costs
UK fails to reach agreement on joining EU's €150bn SAFE defence fund. British defence firms limited to third-country participation despite post-Brexit reset efforts.
EU Proposes Deeper Defence Ties with Ukraine
The EU's defence chief has proposed a major integration of the bloc's defence industry with Ukraine, including a €1.5bn support package. Discover how this strategic shift responds to US disengagement.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
British Army's Ajax Vehicles Deemed Unfit for Deployment
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
Water firms may charge twice for sewage fixes
Environmental campaigners take regulator Ofwat to court over controversial plans allowing water companies to bill customers twice for tackling sewage pollution crises.
Deliveroo shuts London operations in major strategy shift
Food delivery giant Deliveroo announces closure of its London operations as part of global restructuring, affecting local restaurants and riders while focusing on international expansion.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
UK business insolvencies surge 32% as crisis deepens
New data reveals a 32% spike in UK business distress as thousands of companies face collapse amid high interest rates and economic pressures, with construction and hospitality sectors hit hardest.
Ofgem pressured to return £4bn energy windfall
Energy regulator Ofgem is under fire to redirect £4 billion in network company profits back to consumers as bills remain stubbornly high despite falling wholesale prices.
Marston's shares surge 10% after Carlsberg deal
UK pub operator Marston's sees shares jump 10% after finalising joint venture with Carlsberg, creating a £780m brewing powerhouse while retaining pub estate.
UK pays Chinese firms £15m yearly for asylum hotels
Exclusive investigation reveals UK government paying millions to Chinese state-linked companies for housing asylum seekers, raising national security and economic concerns
Thames Water crisis as regulator demands £70bn overhaul
England's largest water company, Thames Water, is under scrutiny as regulator Ofwat rejects business plans and demands massive investment in infrastructure while keeping bills affordable for customers.
Thames Water Crisis: Suppliers Face Collapse Over £15bn Debt
Exclusive investigation reveals Thames Water, Severn Trent and other key suppliers are drowning in debt while planning massive bill increases up to 91%, raising fears of nationalisation.
England's water crisis: sewage pollution hits record high
New data reveals England's water quality has reached its lowest point on record, with sewage pollution incidents soaring and environmental standards collapsing across the board.
Trump to lift Russian oil sanctions if re-elected: report
Former President Donald Trump reportedly plans to lift sanctions on major Russian energy corporations if re-elected, raising alarm among Western allies about potential Kremlin financial lifelines.
Sarah Ferguson drops Duchess title in business rebrand
The former wife of Prince Andrew makes significant changes to her corporate identity, removing royal title from Companies House filings in strategic rebranding move.
Environment Agency fined for water monitoring failures
The Environment Agency faces unprecedented fines after investigation reveals systemic failures in monitoring water companies across Cumbria and Northumbria.
Record £1.1m sewage fines hit English water firms
England's water companies face unprecedented penalties for illegal sewage dumping as the Environment Agency takes aggressive action against environmental violations in waterways.
Ingraham & Trump Jr SPAC Under SEC Scrutiny
Fox News presenter Laura Ingraham faces regulatory investigation over her SPAC partnership with Donald Trump Jr, raising questions about celebrity-backed investment vehicles.
UK troops get new powers to shoot down drones
British armed forces receive new authority to neutralise drone threats targeting military installations across the UK, marking a significant shift in domestic defence policy.
California sues ExxonMobil over climate deception
In a landmark legal move, California sues ExxonMobil and other oil giants for allegedly deceiving the public about climate change risks and plastic pollution, seeking massive environmental damages.
491 companies fined for minimum wage violations
Exclusive investigation reveals 491 businesses fined for failing to pay minimum wage, with high street names and major retailers among the worst offenders.
Pensioner's £1,850 plumbing bill shock
A 74-year-old woman from Hertfordshire faces financial shock after being charged £1,850 for a simple pipe repair. The plumbing company's staggering invoice has sparked outrage and warnings for homeowners.
Urgent payment warning for millions of UK households
Millions of British households face a critical payment deadline this month as energy companies issue urgent warnings about direct debit changes and potential bill increases.
Sewage spills surge 54% in England's rivers
Shocking new data reveals sewage discharges into England's rivers and seas have skyrocketed, with storm overflows operating for millions of hours despite drought conditions.
Trump: Big Pharma 'held NHS to ransom' on vaccines
Former US President Donald Trump makes explosive allegations about pharmaceutical companies exploiting the NHS during pandemic negotiations, claiming Britain paid 'far more than other countries' for COVID vaccines.
Japanese firms profit from Aussie gas as local manufacturers struggle
Australian Industry Minister Ed Husic exposes how Japanese companies are buying cheap Australian gas only to resell it at massive markups, creating an energy crisis for domestic manufacturers.
Water giants investigated over potential customer overcharging
Major UK water suppliers including Southern Water and Anglian Water are under investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority for potentially overcharging customers by hundreds of millions.
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