Civil Service workforce reaches highest level in nearly 20 years
New figures reveal the UK Civil Service has grown to 554,000 staff, its largest size since 2006. Explore the drivers behind this surge and the government's plans for future reform.
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Switzerland votes on mandatory national service for women
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum that could compel women to undertake national service, a move testing European views on civic duty during the Ukraine war.
Swiss Vote: Women in National Service?
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.
USPS Proposes Price Hikes After $9 Billion Annual Loss
The US Postal Service reports a $9.5bn loss, proposing significant price increases and warning of an 'urgent need' for legislative changes to ensure its survival.
HMRC failed 85 million taxpayer calls in decade
Shocking figures reveal HMRC failed to answer 85 million taxpayer calls over ten years, exposing a broken customer service system leaving millions frustrated and unheard.
Microsoft Azure Hit By Major Global Outage
Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure experienced widespread service disruptions, affecting businesses and users globally with login failures and connectivity issues.
Farage: Cut 140,000 Civil Service Jobs, Ban Woke Agenda
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
Labour demands probe into Cabinet Secretary's Tory links
Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.
Crown Prosecution Service faces major overhaul after review
The Crown Prosecution Service is set for significant reforms after a damning report revealed systemic failures in case handling and communication with victims.
Waitress confronts customer over zero tip in London restaurant
A London waitress went viral after publicly challenging a customer who left no gratuity. The heated exchange raises questions about tipping culture in UK hospitality.
Met Office Issues Amber Heat Alert as UK Temperatures Soar
The Met Office has escalated its heat health alert to amber level as temperatures are forecast to soar across England, prompting health warnings and concerns about vulnerable populations.
Royal Mail Faces Ofcom Probe Over Delivery Target Failures
Ofcom launches formal investigation into Royal Mail after it missed first and second class delivery targets, raising concerns about postal service reliability across the UK.
Royal Mail fined £5.6m for missing delivery targets
Royal Mail faces massive £5.6 million penalty after regulator Ofcom finds the postal service missed first and second class delivery targets for 2022-23, affecting millions of customers across the UK.
Vodafone Network Outage Disrupts UK Services
Major Vodafone service disruption affects mobile and broadband users nationwide. Company confirms network issues and works on resolution as frustrated customers report widespread connectivity problems.
Vodafone broadband compensation after major outage
Thousands of Vodafone broadband customers are set to receive compensation following a significant service outage that left households and businesses without internet connectivity for extended periods.
Optus Network Collapse Disrupts Emergency Services
Australia's second-largest telecommunications provider Optus suffered a catastrophic nationwide outage, disrupting emergency services and mistakenly sending thousands of customers to voicemail during critical situations.
Tory Minister's Civil Service Comments Spark Constitutional Row
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride faces backlash after suggesting civil servants should implement Tory policies 'in a way that is consistent with their objectives' in major breach of ministerial code.
Tories unveil mandatory national service for 18-year-olds
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak unveils controversial mandatory national service for teenagers, facing immediate backlash from opposition and military experts who question its feasibility and funding.
Build-A-Bear worker suspended over service dog incident
Exclusive: Build-A-Bear Workshop employee suspended after viral video shows shocking confrontation with customer's assistance dog in Manchester store. Disability rights groups demand action.
Secret Service Scrambles to Rebuild NYC Intel Network
A critical intelligence gap in New York City, following the dismantling of a key Secret Service network, has sparked a major security review ahead of high-profile events.
18-Hour Ambulance Wait for Nottingham Man with Broken Back
Exclusive: A Nottingham man endured an 18-hour wait for an ambulance with a broken back, as East Midlands Ambulance Service declares a critical incident due to overwhelming demand and hospital handover delays.
Geelong Ute Destroyed in Dramatic Service Station Blaze
A ute was completely destroyed by a ferocious fire that erupted at a Smiths service station in Torquay, Victoria. Emergency crews battled the intense blaze, preventing a potential catastrophe. No injuries were reported.
Hotel Concierges: Masters of the Impossible Request
Discover the extraordinary lengths top UK hotel concierges go to for guests, from sourcing rare vintage champagne to arranging private castle tours. The era of simple taxi bookings is over.
Car Spins Out Seconds After UK Emergency Alert Test
Shocking dashcam footage captures the precise moment a car spins out of control on a dual carriageway, just seconds after the UK government's nationwide emergency alert test blasts millions of phones. The incident raises serious questions about the safety
Netflix UK Issues Major Update After Devastating Outage
Netflix has broken its silence after a catastrophic technical failure plunged the UK into streaming chaos, leaving subscribers unable to access their favourite shows and films for hours.
Postie's 'Disrespectful' Car Roof Parcel Delivery Sparks Fury
A UK postman faces criticism after a homeowner's CCTV captured him lazily tossing a package onto a car roof instead of delivering it to the door. The resident brands the act 'pure disrespect'.
UK Emergency Alert Test: Lifesaver or 'Nanny State' Overreach?
The UK's new emergency alert system launches this Sunday, promising to warn millions of citizens of imminent danger. But critics raise serious concerns over privacy, safety for abuse victims, and the potential for 'nanny state' overreach.
Minister denies emergency alert test was sabotaged
A Labour frontbencher has been forced to publicly deny allegations that the government's bungled national emergency alert test was deliberately missed or sabotaged, following accusations from Reform UK's Richard Tice.
UK Government Tests National Emergency Alert System
The UK government successfully tested its new nationwide emergency alert system, sending a siren-like message to tens of millions of mobile phones across the country in a landmark rehearsal for future crises.
UK Emergency Alert Mystery: Why Phones Stayed Silent
Exclusive investigation reveals why the UK's new emergency alert system failed to reach many users today, from software issues to network settings. Find out if your device is affected.
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