Council Tax Could Soar 75% in Wealthier Areas
Labour's new funding formula diverts cash to deprived councils, forcing affluent areas to hike taxes. Wandsworth and Westminster could see bills skyrocket. Is this fair?
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New funding deal boosts deprived councils, cuts affluent ones
Manchester, Bradford and outer London boroughs gain spending power in a new three-year settlement aimed at 'left-behind places', while affluent southern councils face cuts. Will it restore pride?
Greece's rare monk seals threatened by tourism surge
Greece's population of 500 rare Mediterranean monk seals, half the world's total, faces a growing peril from unregulated marine tourism. New protected areas offer hope, but enforcement is key to their survival.
Crime Severity Map Reveals Most Ravaged Areas in England & Wales
A new interactive map reveals the areas hardest hit by crime in England and Wales, with Blackpool suffering the highest severity outside London. Explore the data and see how your region scores.
New wood burner rules proposed to cut air pollution
The UK government launches a consultation on stricter rules for wood burners and bonfires to reduce harmful PM2.5 emissions by 30% by 2030. Read the full details.
Cotswolds villages embrace strict planning rules
Residents in picturesque Cotswolds villages support Article 4 directives that control everything from front door colours to garden changes, preserving historic charm despite frustrations.
For-Profit Prison Healthcare: Profits Over Patients Exposed
A groundbreaking Guardian investigation reveals how corporate healthcare providers are prioritising profits over prisoner welfare, leading to devastating consequences and systemic failures.
NHS recruits thousands of Australian healthcare staff
The NHS is launching an unprecedented recruitment drive in Australia to fill critical staffing gaps, offering relocation packages worth thousands amid ongoing healthcare workforce shortages.
Travel Experts Name London's Worst Tourist Area
Industry insiders name Westminster as London's worst tourist area, citing overcrowding, overpricing and underwhelming experiences that trap visitors.
LA Gym Bans Trans Member From Lesbian Area
A Los Angeles fitness centre sparks controversy after excluding a transgender member from women-only spaces, igniting heated debate about LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion policies.
Labour's Surrey Strategy Exposes Stark Wealth Divide
Exclusive investigation reveals how Labour's 'two-tier' Surrey strategy highlights dramatic wealth inequality between affluent towns and struggling communities in England's richest county.
England's Most Deprived Areas Revealed in New Data
Shocking new government data exposes England's deprivation hotspots, with coastal towns Blackpool and Clacton facing the most severe challenges. Discover how your area compares.
Farage campaigns in England's most deprived town
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage campaigns in Jaywick, Essex - officially England's most deprived area - facing mixed reactions from locals ahead of crucial election.
Postcode Poverty: UK's Deprivation Map Revealed
Shocking new data exposes the stark reality of deprivation across Britain, with some communities facing challenges comparable to developing nations while others enjoy unprecedented prosperity.
Reeves: Private healthcare vital for NHS future
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces controversial tax partnership with private healthcare sector to ease NHS burden, signalling major shift in government healthcare strategy.
Ultimate Hack For Cleaning Impossible-To-Reach Spots
Discover the simple household item that's revolutionising home cleaning and making awkward spaces sparkle without expensive gadgets or harsh chemicals.
Texas Boom: Rio Claro Named Fastest-Growing US Metro
Discover why this once-sleepy Texas community is experiencing unprecedented growth, with property values soaring and new residents flocking to the area at remarkable rates.
NHS App to introduce text-based diagnosis system
The NHS app is poised to introduce groundbreaking text-based diagnosis features that could dramatically reduce GP waiting times and streamline patient care across Britain.
Britain's Worst Seaside Town? The Jaywick Truth
An honest travel review of Jaywick Sands in Essex reveals why this coastal community has been labelled the UK's most deprived area and whether it deserves its negative reputation.
Farage's Reform UK unveils radical NHS overhaul plan
Nigel Farage's Reform UK unveils radical NHS plan proposing tax relief for private insurance and dramatic service reforms ahead of 2024 general election.
Millions of Older Brits Sacrifice Essentials for Healthcare
Shocking Age UK research reveals nearly 4 million older people are sacrificing essentials as NHS pressures push them towards private healthcare.
North Carolina launches Medicaid expansion for 600,000
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announces historic Medicaid expansion, providing healthcare access to over 600,000 residents and injecting billions into hospital funding.
NHS Worker: 'I Wouldn't Trust My Hospital for Treatment'
An NHS healthcare assistant reveals why she'd pay privately rather than use the health service she works for, exposing critical patient safety concerns.
UnitedHealthcare executive charged with healthcare fraud
Luigi Mangione, former chief executive of UnitedHealthcare's US operations, has been charged with conspiracy and healthcare fraud in a case alleging systematic overbilling of Medicare Advantage worth hundreds of millions.
AstraZeneca to Provide Cancer Drugs to Medicaid Patients
In a groundbreaking healthcare development, AstraZeneca announces it will provide expensive cancer medications to low-income Americans through Medicaid, challenging pharmaceutical industry norms.
US Senator's "Socialist" NHS Comments Spark Fury
Republican Senator John Kennedy faces backlash after branding the NHS 'socialist' during a congressional hearing, drawing sharp criticism from British politicians and healthcare advocates.
NHS GP: Why 'Well Enough' Puts Your Health at Risk
An NHS doctor reveals the dangerous health misconception affecting millions and shares crucial advice for proactive healthcare in today's challenging NHS landscape.
Philadelphia Children's Hospital Investigated for Transgender Care Fraud
Exclusive investigation reveals serious allegations of fraudulent billing and insurance misconduct at prominent children's hospital's gender clinic, raising concerns about patient welfare and financial integrity.
Prostate Cancer Care Postcode Lottery Exposed
Shocking new analysis reveals dramatic regional disparities in prostate cancer treatment across England, with survival rates varying significantly based on geographical location and access to advanced radiotherapy.
3 Reasons Women's Health Issues Are Overlooked
New research reveals why millions of women face delayed diagnoses and medical dismissal. Discover the systemic healthcare gaps putting women's health at risk.
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