New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.
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Scotland's Deputy First Minister issues urgent economic assessment, revealing critical challenges facing the nation's finances and public services.
New survey reveals overwhelming pessimism among Scottish businesses as economic stagnation bites, with concerns mounting over rising costs and political uncertainty.
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
As France's political turmoil sends shockwaves through European bond markets, experts warn Britain and other governments face similar debt crises. Discover why global financial stability hangs in the balance.
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
Britain's economic growth ground to a halt in April with zero growth, raising concerns ahead of the upcoming budget announcement as construction and manufacturing sectors struggle.
The OECD delivers a stark warning that Britain will suffer the highest inflation among G7 nations next year, with Labour's looming Budget threatening severe tax increases amid economic turmoil.
The OECD's latest economic outlook reveals a world economy weathering Trump's aggressive tariff strategy better than forecasted, with global growth holding steady at 3.1% despite trade tensions.
A unique initiative in Southport sees Polish-owned businesses offering special discounts to Taylor Swift fans, creating a vibrant cultural and economic fusion ahead of the Eras Tour.
Reform UK councillors in Nottinghamshire launch a Trumpian media boycott against the Nottingham Post, accusing it of biased reporting on their first 100 days in power. The dramatic move escalates tensions between the new administration and local press.
Exclusive analysis reveals London's inflation rate remains significantly higher than the UK national average, creating a severe cost-of-living crisis for the capital's residents despite the Bank of England's efforts.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz issues a grave warning that the nation's cherished social market economy is at risk of collapse, citing unsustainable welfare costs and a perfect storm of economic crises.
A major economic summit in Inverness faces backlash after local MSPs were barred from attending, with critics branding the event an undemocratic 'stitch-up' organised by Westminster.
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Australia unveils a revolutionary 'Measuring What Matters' report, shifting from pure economic growth to a holistic wellbeing framework that prioritises health, environment, and social equity for a truer measure of national prosperity.
Cornwall's coastal communities confront an unexpected crisis as anti-tourist sentiment leads to a dramatic visitor decline, triggering economic hardship and forcing a bitter rethink about the region's dependence on tourism.
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Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a scathing critique of Russia's economic collapse under sanctions, contrasting it with the UK's resilience and outlining Labour's plan for economic security.
New official data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in July 2025, dealing a blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves's economic strategy and raising fears of a prolonged stagnation.
Prominent billionaire and former Trump supporter issues a stark warning, claiming the President's financial strategies are jeopardising the economic security of ordinary Americans and their hard-earned savings.
France's Prime Minister Gabriel Attal issues a stark economic warning against following Britain's high-tax model as he faces a critical no-confidence vote. Analysis of Europe's deepening financial crisis.
Exclusive: In a startling intervention, a senior Japanese statesman warns the nation's roaring stock market is overheating and echoes the dangerous 'bubble economy' of the 1980s, urging immediate government action.
Discover how a South African TikTok sensation is using viral food videos to empower local farmers, preserve indigenous ingredients, and reshape the nation's culinary identity, creating a sustainable economic model from the ground up.
In her inaugural Mais Lecture, Labour's Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to be 'Britain's first green Chancellor' while committing to strict fiscal rules, marking a significant shift in economic policy.
The historic town of Lewes in East Sussex revives its iconic local currency with a modern voucher system to support independent businesses and strengthen community resilience post-pandemic.