Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper vows a Labour government would rapidly clear the asylum backlog and end costly hotel use, while tackling small boat crossings with a new cross-border police unit.
Exclusive: The new government unveils a radical strategy to move asylum seekers out of expensive hotels and into cheaper, more secure accommodation, aiming to save billions and tackle the legacy backlog.
NHS England deploys a unique team of 'people experts' to hospitals in South London to manage severe winter pressures, patient flow, and staff welfare during a major incident.
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in Britons turning to private medical care, driven by unprecedented NHS waiting times and a perceived 'postcode lottery' for treatment. This investigation uncovers the human cost of the healthcare crisis.
The Home Office announces an accelerated plan to shut down asylum seeker hotels, promising a 'significant increase' in closures starting early 2026, aiming to cut costs and reduce the asylum backlog.
Exclusive: Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper vows to clear the Tory asylum backlog and scrap the Rwanda scheme, putting immigration at the forefront of Labour's first 100 days in power.
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer launches a scathing attack on PM Rishi Sunak's revamped asylum strategy, branding it mere 'tinkering' as court backlogs soar and hotel use for migrants continues. Exclusive analysis reveals the deepening crisis.
A devastating report reveals the true scale of the NHS backlog, with waiting times soaring to unprecedented levels and A&E departments pushed to the brink. Our investigation uncovers the human stories behind the statistics.
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper pledges a new rapid removal system for failed asylum seekers as public discontent over the use of hotels to house migrants intensifies across the UK.
Labour slams government claims it created the asylum hotel backlog. Shadow ministers reveal the Tories' 'chaotic system' and soaring costs exposed in damning letter.
Newly released Home Office figures show a record 111,000 asylum claims were made in the UK in the past year, marking a significant challenge for the new Labour government and raising urgent questions about border control and processing systems.
Exclusive figures reveal the UK government is spending a staggering £8.2 million every day to house over 50,000 asylum seekers in hotels, as the costly backlog crisis deepens.
Sir Keir Starmer's flagship pledge to end the costly use of hotels for asylum seekers is in turmoil as local authorities warn of a 'desperate' lack of funding and clear plans, with some outright refusing to cooperate.
Exclusive analysis reveals NHS Scotland's staff sickness rates have soared to their highest level in 10 years, with 18 out of 18 health boards reporting increased absenteeism, raising alarm about workforce burnout and patient care.
Households face overflowing bins as waste collection services struggle with severe staff shortages. Councils warn of ongoing disruptions.
The NHS waiting list has surged to a staggering 7.37 million, with critics accusing the government of downplaying the crisis. Experts warn of worsening delays and strained resources.
Motorists across the UK are facing lengthy delays in receiving car insurance documents, causing many to miss weddings, concerts, and holidays. Here's why it's happening and how to avoid the same fate.
Dozens of NHS trusts are under pressure to cut costs after the Department of Health and Social Care ordered urgent savings, raising concerns over patient care.
The SNP government has been accused of failing victims of crime as court backlogs leave some waiting up to three years for justice. Critics slam the delays as 'unacceptable' amid rising concerns over Scotland's legal system.
New figures reveal NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.57 million, with patients facing agonising delays for specialist care. Experts warn the crisis is far from over.
England's NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.6 million, marking the highest number on record. Experts warn of worsening delays amid staff shortages and funding crises.
New data reveals that three million patients in England have received no NHS care after being referred by their GP, highlighting a deepening healthcare crisis.
A recent report highlights severe staffing shortages within the NHS, raising concerns over patient care and service sustainability. Experts warn of growing pressures on healthcare workers.
Learner drivers across the UK face unprecedented waiting times for driving tests, with delays stretching up to six months in some areas. The DVSA blames a surge in demand and examiner shortages.
Frustrated learner drivers across the UK are struggling to book driving tests due to severe shortages, with some waiting months for an available slot.
New drivers across the UK are struggling to book driving tests, with waiting times stretching up to five months due to severe backlogs. Experts warn the delays could worsen without urgent action.
Exclusive: Over 100 Romanian medics abandon NHS posts after Home Office visa delays, leaving London and Leeds hospitals understaffed.
New data reveals a disturbing trend as economically active adults make up the majority of NHS waiting lists, signalling a healthcare system under unprecedented strain.
UK doctors are striking once more over pay and working conditions, deepening the NHS crisis. Here’s why they’re walking out and what it means for patients.