Swinney branded 'tired nationalist' in Holyrood clash
First Minister John Swinney faces furious Holyrood confrontation as opposition leaders attack his government's record and temperament in heated exchange.
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Universal Credit crisis pushing thousands into poverty
Exclusive investigation reveals how the DWP's Universal Credit system is failing Britain's most vulnerable, with families facing impossible choices between food and heating.
Universal Credit delays force millions into debt
Shocking new research exposes how Universal Credit payment delays are forcing vulnerable claimants into severe debt and financial hardship across the UK.
Scottish Government losing public trust, Curtice reveals
Exclusive analysis by Professor Sir John Curtice shows declining Scottish confidence in Holyrood's handling of health, education and economy as constitutional debates intensify.
Swinney's Stark Warning on Scotland's Economic Future
Scotland's Deputy First Minister issues urgent economic assessment, revealing critical challenges facing the nation's finances and public services.
£23bn welfare cuts: New rules for benefits and Motability
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch reveals sweeping reforms to Britain's welfare system, including stricter eligibility criteria and UK-only benefits in major cost-cutting drive.
Tory welfare shakeup: Disability benefits overhaul revealed
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride unveils controversial reforms targeting disability benefits and housing support at Conservative conference, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.
Scottish Tory leader: SNP creating 'country of skivers'
Douglas Ross launches scathing critique of SNP's welfare policies, claiming Scotland risks becoming a nation of benefit dependency rather than hard work and ambition.
British teen jailed in Dubai after fatal car crash
A 17-year-old British student faces prison in Dubai after a car crash killed a man, while his family fights for his freedom claiming he's being unfairly punished for a tragic accident.
Avoid These 7 EU Destinations When Fingerprint Checks Start
A well-travelled woman who's visited 50 countries reveals which European hotspots you should dodge when the EU's Entry/Exit System launches this autumn to escape lengthy queues.
Scottish golfer MacIntyre's emotional St Andrews victory
Scottish golfer Robert MacIntyre triumphs in dramatic homecoming victory at St Andrews, securing his second DP World Tour title in front of emotional home crowd.
DWP insider warns of benefits system crisis as fraud soars
A former DWP investigator reveals how genuine claimants are suffering while fraudsters exploit the system, with Universal Credit cases surging by 42%.
DWP's £2.5bn benefits system facing collapse
Exclusive: Urgent Whitehall warning reveals outdated DWP computer systems handling millions of benefit claims could fail within months, threatening payments for vulnerable households across Britain.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Impacts 1.6M Children
New analysis exposes how the controversial two-child benefit limit is pushing families deeper into poverty, with experts warning of devastating long-term consequences for Britain's most vulnerable children.
Scotland disability claims double under SNP
Shocking new figures reveal disability benefit claims in Scotland have skyrocketed by 100% since the SNP took power, raising serious questions about healthcare policies and economic impact.
Grandmother Sues Social Workers Over Noah Cuatro's Death
The heartbroken grandmother of Noah Cuatro, the four-year-old boy tortured to death despite multiple warnings to authorities, is taking legal action against social workers she claims ignored clear signs of abuse in a case that has shocked America.
Douglas Ross demands Education Secretary resignation over school crisis
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross calls for Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth's resignation amid mounting failures in Scotland's education system, citing declining standards and broken promises.
Australia's remote work-for-dole scheme faces Indigenous exodus
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's controversial remote employment program risks collapse as Indigenous participants abandon scheme in droves, raising urgent questions about welfare policy effectiveness.
DWP Plans Major Welfare Cuts to PIP and Universal Credit
Exclusive investigation reveals how proposed Department for Work and Pensions reforms to Personal Independence Payment assessments could dramatically reduce support for disabled claimants amid cost-of-living crisis.
Scottish Tory MSPs walk out of Holyrood in protest
Dramatic scenes at Holyrood as Scottish Conservative MSPs storm out of parliament after SNP Minister refuses to apologise for branding pro-UK politicians 'traitors' to Scotland.
Scottish Tory exodus: Douglas Ross and senior MSPs quit Holyrood
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross announces he will not stand for re-election to Holyrood, joining a growing exodus of senior Tory MSPs ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.
Scotland's Devolution Crisis: SNP Minister Must Resign
Exclusive analysis reveals Scotland's governance is in a state of paralysis, with the SNP facing mounting pressure over policy failures and constitutional stagnation. Stephen Daisley's damning indictment demands urgent ministerial accountability.
Scottish Minister Resigns After Assault Allegation
Scottish Government Minister Jamie Hepburn has abruptly resigned from his post after being accused of assaulting Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross. The shock resignation sends shockwaves through Holyrood amid ongoing political tensions.
Douglas Ross accuses John Swinney of 'ducking responsibility'
Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross launches a scathing attack on First Minister John Swinney, accusing him of evading accountability on key government policies and failing the Scottish people in a fiery First Minister's Questions session.
BHA Launches Urgent Inquiry Into Trainer Over Horse Welfare
The British Horseracing Authority has opened a formal investigation into trainer Kitts Hillsin Barnes following grave concerns over the condition of horses at his yard, with one animal tragically euthanised.
Scottish Justice Secretary Faces Ministerial Code Probe
Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance is under investigation for a potential breach of ministerial rules after contacting a public body about a constituent's case, raising questions about propriety in the Scottish Government.
Centrelink welfare payments to increase slightly from September
Over 4.7 million Australians receiving Centrelink support, including Age Pension and JobSeeker, will see a modest rise in their payments from 20 September 2025, following the latest CPI indexation.
Disability Benefit Surge: 100,000 New Claims After Labour Shift
Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic surge in disability benefit claimants after Labour's welfare capitulation. New figures show unprecedented growth in PIP claims, raising questions about policy sustainability and economic impact.
Moon Drifting Away From Earth Each Year
Groundbreaking research reveals the Moon is gradually spiralling away from Earth at 3.8cm per year, a phenomenon that will fundamentally alter our planet's environment and the length of our day over millions of years.
Holyrood Spends More Time on Palestine Than Scottish Issues
Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Parliament is spending disproportionate time on international affairs like Palestine while domestic crises in Perthshire, Paisley and across Scotland demand urgent attention. Critics question Holyrood's misplaced pr
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