MSPs' expenses soar to record £27.5m, angering taxpayers
Scottish MSPs' expenses surged 7.6% to a record £27.45m in 2024-25, with claims for items like a 79p bottle of bleach. Discover the full breakdown and taxpayer reaction.
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MPs could claim £30k+ for London pads after commute complaints
MPs with constituencies just 35 minutes from Westminster may soon claim over £30,000 a year for London accommodation, a move sparking fresh expenses row fears. Read the full story.
Kidney stone pain reveals surprise pregnancy and labour
In an astonishing medical mix-up, a British woman's suspected kidney stone agony turned out to be unexpected labour, delivering a healthy baby she never knew she was carrying.
BBC's £18m travel bill: Taxis and hotels exposed
Shocking investigation reveals BBC staff spent £18 million on taxis and hotels in just three years, sparking outrage over licence fee spending.
Hospital probe after baby declared stillborn found alive
An urgent independent investigation has been launched into a major hospital trust after a baby pronounced stillborn was discovered to be alive, raising serious concerns about maternity safety protocols and patient care standards.
Top lawyer ousted in client fund misuse scandal
Prominent London solicitor James Donovan dismissed from PCB Litigation after allegedly misusing millions in client funds for luxury private jet travel, extravagant parties, and personal expenses in shocking financial misconduct case.
UK firms failing staff on IVF support, hidden costs revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals British companies are leaving staff to shoulder crippling IVF costs, with many forced into debt or abandoning family dreams altogether.
Home Birth Safety: Experts Demand Better Warnings
Leading maternity experts call for urgent improvements in home birth safety protocols, including clearer risk communication and guaranteed access to skilled midwives across the UK.
Australian living costs outpace wage growth
New data reveals Australian families are battling rising costs for essentials while wages struggle to keep pace, creating the perfect financial storm for households nationwide.
4 Times Parents Needn't Pay for Child's Car
Discover the surprising situations where parents have no legal obligation to pay for their child's car, insurance, or running costs. Essential reading for UK families navigating motoring expenses.
Kate Garraway: Husband's care costs exhaust savings
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway reveals devastating financial toll of husband Derek Draper's long-term care, with costs exceeding £16,000 monthly despite ITV salary.
Trump's $3M White House bathroom renovation replaces Lincoln-era loo
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump spent millions renovating White House bathrooms, including converting a historic Lincoln-era space into a marble-clad luxury facility during his presidency.
Labour MP's £4,500 taxi expenses spark hypocrisy claims
Labour MP Clive Betts faces backlash after charging taxpayers £4,500 for taxi journeys while supporting congestion charges that hit ordinary drivers. The investigation reveals Westminster's transport expense culture.
Hanson cleared in Rinehart party expenses case
Pauline Hanson has been exonerated after an investigation found no misuse of taxpayer funds for Gina Rinehart's birthday celebration, though questions remain about parliamentary allowances.
Best Maternity Leggings: Ultimate Comfort Guide
Discover the best maternity leggings that combine comfort, support and style for every stage of pregnancy. From everyday essentials to luxury options.
Child costs hit £250,000 in Australia
Shocking new research from the Australian Institute of Family Studies reveals the true cost of raising children in Australia, with housing and education driving expenses to unprecedented levels.
Weather chaos costs tourists hundreds on ruined holidays
British holidaymakers face unexpected costs running into hundreds of pounds as extreme weather conditions disrupt travel plans across popular destinations, with travel experts revealing how to protect your next trip.
NHS radiographer fraud for board game collection
A senior NHS radiographer has been convicted after fraudulently claiming nearly £7,000 in expenses to pay off debts accumulated from his compulsive board game collecting habit.
Harry and Meghan's £3.2 million security bill uncovered
Exclusive investigation uncovers the staggering £3.2 million spent on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's security during their final royal tour to South Africa, with taxpayers footing most of the bill.
Home Birth Deaths: Coroner Finds 'Gross Failure'
A coroner's report reveals systemic failures led to the deaths of a mother and baby during a home birth, prompting urgent calls for improved NHS maternity protocols and midwife training.
Labour MPs in £30k rental expenses scandal
Labour's new deputy leader Lucy Powell is among five landlord MPs charging taxpayers £30,000 annually to rent flats to colleagues, despite party's 2014 pledge to ban the practice. Exclusive investigation reveals Westminster's property claims controversy.
UK maternity pay crisis leaves families struggling
New research reveals UK statutory maternity pay leaves families struggling as costs soar. Discover the true financial impact of having a baby in today's economy.
Irish President's London trip expenses spark controversy
President Michael D. Higgins faces scrutiny over €1,362 expenses claim for London trip as Irish politicians demand transparency about presidential costs.
US Tariffs to Increase Costs for UK Consumers
British households and businesses face rising costs as US tariff hikes threaten to increase prices on everyday goods from electronics to household essentials, with companies warning they'll have to pass expenses to consumers.
Trump courts donors amid $50M legal spending
Former President Donald Trump courts wealthy Republican donors at exclusive Mar-a-Lago event as legal expenses soar above $50 million, raising questions about political financing.
Rayner: No resignation over 'honest mistake' in tax row
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner defends herself against tax allegations while Conservative MPs repay thousands in disputed expenses in Westminster accountability clash.
Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge: Taxpayer Cost Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering hidden costs of the Duke of York's controversial Royal Lodge arrangement, with taxpayers footing the bill for security and maintenance while questions mount about royal financial transparency.
Taxpayers fund Prince William's £2.4m Windsor home
Exclusive investigation reveals British taxpayers are funding massive renovation costs for Prince William's Adelaide Cottage as ordinary families struggle with soaring bills. Norman Baker's explosive analysis questions royal financial privileges during ec
Rail union boss's Las Vegas trip funded by members
RMT union leader Mick Lynch faces scrutiny after spending thousands on a Las Vegas conference and luxury hotel stays, funded by members' subscription fees during a cost of living crisis.
Tourists expose Britain's worst value attractions
From £6 ice creams to £17 fish and chips, British tourists reveal the most outrageous prices they've encountered at UK attractions in a damning new survey.
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