MP's £28k office bill dwarfs constituents' salaries
Kate Osborne, Labour MP for Jarrow, faces backlash as her office expenses hit nearly £28,000 in a year, a figure that dwarfs the area's average salary and ignites a debate on MPs' spending.
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Kate and Wills' £16m helicopter habit sparks debate
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's frequent use of private helicopters, costing taxpayers £16m, has ignited controversy amid calls for royal transparency.
MoJ buys luxury London mansions near Heathrow
The Ministry of Justice has purchased multi-million-pound mansions near Heathrow, raising concerns over taxpayer spending priorities amid a cost-of-living crisis.
Record 750 UK Police Officers Suspended
A shocking record of 750 police officers are currently suspended across UK forces, with taxpayers footing a multi-million-pound bill amid growing concerns over misconduct and efficiency.
Allianz Stadium's Flooding Woes: Taxpayer Costs Revealed
Discover the real reason behind the constant flooding at Sydney's Allianz Stadium and how much taxpayers are shelling out to fix the problem.
Alice Zeitlyn: Mental Health Pioneer Remembered
A tribute to Alice Zeitlyn, whose groundbreaking work in mental health and social justice left an indelible mark on countless lives.
Notting Hill pensioners get £25k seaside trip to skip carnival
Elderly residents of Notting Hill were treated to a luxurious seaside getaway, funded by taxpayers, to escape the annual carnival festivities.
Trudeau flies ISIS brides business class on public funds
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faces backlash as reports reveal taxpayer money was used to fly ISIS-linked women and children from Syria in business class.
Ministers' business-class flights funded by taxpayers
The Albanese government is under fire for spending taxpayer money on business-class flights for ministers, sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Taxpayer-funded perks for asylum seekers revealed
An investigation uncovers the extensive list of taxpayer-funded benefits provided to asylum seekers, including free football tickets, university courses, and even hair extensions.
Brian Cox slams £540K taxpayer funding for film festival
Actor Brian Cox criticises the allocation of £540,000 in taxpayer money to a minor film festival premiere in Scotland, questioning its value for public funds.
Investors sue UK over failed Cumbria coalmine
Investors are taking legal action against the UK government after the collapse of the controversial Cumbria coalmine project, potentially leaving taxpayers to cover the costs.
Chagos deal costs 10x more than PM claimed
A controversial agreement over the Chagos Islands may leave British taxpayers footing a bill ten times higher than the amount stated by the Prime Minister, sparking outrage and scrutiny.
HS2 boss gets £750k pay as project struggles
The newly appointed HS2 chairman, Sir Jon Thompson, is set to receive a staggering £750,000 annual pay package, raising eyebrows amid project delays and budget cuts.
Labour police boss criticised over £5K Pride funding
A Labour police boss faces backlash after allocating £5,000 of public funds to support Liverpool Pride, sparking a debate over taxpayer money usage.
Mental health pioneer Oliver Russell dies at 68
Remembering Oliver Russell, whose tireless work in mental health and social justice transformed countless lives. His legacy continues to inspire.
Migrant hotel offences exposed in damning UK report
A damning investigation reveals the most common offences committed by asylum seekers housed in taxpayer-funded hotels across the UK, sparking fresh immigration debates.
360 Palestine Action activists arrested in £3M crackdown
Over 360 activists from the banned group Palestine Action have been arrested in a major police operation, costing taxpayers an estimated £3 million. The group, known for its disruptive protests, continues to challenge authorities despite being outlawed.
Welsh Labour's £4m Uganda tree project sparks fury
The Welsh Labour government has come under fire for allocating £4 million in taxpayer funds to a controversial tree-planting initiative in Uganda aimed at promoting gender equality.
Right to Buy discounts cost taxpayers £1.5bn
New figures reveal the staggering cost of Right to Buy discounts to UK taxpayers, raising questions about the scheme's future amid soaring demand and housing shortages.
Tories give millions in grants to foreign electric car firms
The Conservative government faces backlash after awarding substantial taxpayer-funded grants to overseas electric vehicle manufacturers, sparking debate over support for British industry.
Congressman's secret helicopter rides spark scandal
Republican Congressman Rob Bresnahan under fire for allegedly using taxpayer funds for undisclosed helicopter trips. Full investigation underway.
Commons chief's £750k pay + £900k pension sparks fury
The House of Commons' top official enjoys a staggering £750,000 annual remuneration, with an additional £900,000 added to their pension pot over two years, sparking outrage amid economic struggles.
US military spent millions on Confederate monuments
A shocking report reveals the US military's hefty spending on Confederate monuments, sparking fresh debates over historical symbols and taxpayer money.
Spain's £240M Ghost Airport: A Monument to Failure
A brand-new airport in Spain, costing a staggering £240 million, sits abandoned—a haunting symbol of wasted taxpayer money and failed ambitions. Discover the eerie story behind this deserted transport hub.
VA school boss uses taxpayer funds for bodyguard
A Virginia school superintendent is under fire for using taxpayer funds to pay for a personal bodyguard, raising questions about fiscal responsibility in public education.
Migrant mom slams taxpayer-funded housing in Mass.
A Venezuelan migrant mother complains about taxpayer-funded housing in Massachusetts, calling it 'unfit' for her family, igniting a fierce debate on immigration and welfare.
Serial Killer Levi Bellfield Demands Xbox in Prison
Infamous murderer Levi Bellfield, serving life for multiple killings, has reportedly requested an Xbox gaming console in his prison cell, sparking outrage over taxpayer-funded luxuries for violent criminals.
Civil servants host 'woke' music events on taxpayer money
Civil servants in Whitehall have sparked outrage by organising taxpayer-funded 'woke' music events promoting diversity, raising questions about the misuse of public funds.
Asylum seekers get £1M in NHS free passes
Exclusive investigation uncovers how thousands of asylum seekers received free NHS prescriptions and dental care worth over £1 million, sparking debate over taxpayer-funded benefits.
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