I Tried to Kill Myself After Universal Credit Cut Me Off
A former soldier's harrowing story of how the DWP's Universal Credit system and a devastating benefits cut led him to a suicide attempt, exposing the human cost of Britain's welfare crisis.
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Sturgeon: Scotland's £27.4bn Benefits Bill Unsustainable
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon delivers stark warning about Scotland's devolved social security system, revealing benefits spending has surged by £7.4bn since 2015. Exclusive analysis shows the growing strain on public finances.
School's 'Squid Game' Singing Policy Sparks Outrage
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking disciplinary measures at a UK academy where tearful children face detention and public singing rituals compared to dystopian gameshow.
Sunak's radical plan to overhaul UK's sick note system
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces a radical crackdown on Britain's sick note culture, aiming to overhaul the welfare system and reduce the record number of people deemed unfit for work.
Webb Solves Mystery of Interstellar Comet 2I/Borisov
A groundbreaking new study has finally unravelled the cosmic mystery behind the strange chemical makeup of the only known interstellar comet, 2I/Borisov, using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope.
Mum Uses Disability Benefits to Pay for 'Lifesaving' Fat Jabs
A UK mother's revelation that she uses her disability benefits to pay for weight-loss jabs like Wegovy has ignited a fierce national debate on welfare spending, medical ethics, and obesity treatment.
Swinney's Braveheart retort to Ross in fiery FMQs clash
First Minister John Swinney delivered a blistering, Braveheart-inspired retort to Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross during a heated First Minister's Questions, defending the SNP's record and accusing opponents of 'gutter politics'.
Scotland's benefits bill crisis may force tax hikes and cuts
Scottish ministers confront stark warnings as the nation's soaring benefits expenditure threatens to trigger significant tax increases and austerity measures, testing the limits of devolved powers.
Scathing Report Condemns UK Benefit System for Fuelling Poverty
An official commission delivers a damning verdict on the UK's welfare system, revealing how complex bureaucracy and harsh policies are pushing vulnerable citizens into destitution.
Swinney accused of ignoring Scotland's problems for symbolic vote
First Minister John Swinney faces intense criticism for prioritising a symbolic vote on Palestinian statehood over addressing Scotland's domestic emergencies in healthcare, education, and the economy.
UK Jury System Review Amid Bias Concerns in Protest Trials
A major review of the UK's jury system is underway, sparked by concerns over juror bias in politically charged trials. The Law Commission is investigating potential reforms to ensure fair trials in an era of heightened activism.
Scotland's population growth hits historic low amid migration crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals Scotland's population growth has hit a historic low, with record net migration losses to England and Wales. Experts point to UK immigration policies and the cost-of-living crisis as key drivers.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Fuels UK Child Poverty Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's two-child benefit cap has plunged 1.5 million children into poverty since 2015, with experts warning of irreversible damage to a generation's future.
Scotland's Economy Outpaces UK Growth in 2023
New figures reveal Scotland's GDP grew faster than the UK's in 2023, fuelling fresh economic arguments in the independence debate.
Police Officer Shot, Two Missing in Highlands Manhunt
A major police incident is unfolding in the Scottish Highlands after an officer was shot and two armed colleagues vanished during a welfare check. A massive search operation is underway for the missing officers and the suspect.
Holyrood's 'Cosy Club': A Parliament Detached From Reality
A damning investigation reveals how the Scottish Parliament's insular culture, remote working, and lack of scrutiny are failing the people of Scotland. Russell Findlay's explosive analysis.
Melbourne Cup Defending Champion Withdrawn in Welfare Shock
The 2025 Melbourne Cup faces a major upheaval as defending champion Ethical Diamond is withdrawn from the 'race that stops a nation', sparking a fierce debate on horse welfare and the future of global racing.
Sturgeon's memoir reveals deep discontent within SNP
Former SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon's explosive new memoir 'Frankly' reveals deep discontent within the party, criticising its current direction and questioning the strategy for Scottish independence.
Middle-Class Mother's 377-Day Prison Torment Exposed
Shocking details emerge of Lucy Connolly's traumatic incarceration, with prison officers describing her as the most terrified inmate they had ever encountered during her year-long ordeal behind bars.
Scottish Nationalists Accused of 'Fiddling While Rome Burns'
A scathing critique accuses the SNP of indulging in constitutional fantasies and partisan posturing while Scotland grapples with severe real-world challenges in public services and the economy.
Ex-DWP worker exposes Universal Credit flaws
A former DWP employee exposes the harsh reality of Universal Credit, revealing how the system is rigged against claimants.
Stacey Dooley sparks outrage as 'benefit queen'
Documentary maker Stacey Dooley faces backlash after labelling herself 'Britain's benefit queen' in a provocative social media post. Critics accuse her of mocking the welfare system while earning millions.
Govt system illegally cancelled Jobseeker payments
A shocking report uncovers that an automated government system illegally terminated hundreds of Jobseeker payments, leaving vulnerable Australians in financial distress.
Labour demands urgent PIP review amid unfair assessment claims
Labour MP Stephen Timms urges the DWP to overhaul the PIP assessment process, citing lengthy delays and unfair rejections affecting vulnerable claimants.
UK faces 'tsunami of pensioner poverty' as crisis deepens
Experts warn of a looming crisis as pensioner poverty surges, with rising living costs and inadequate support pushing retirees into financial distress.
Mums trapped in financial abuse via child maintenance
Single mothers are being trapped in financial abuse as ex-partners manipulate the child maintenance system, leaving them struggling to survive.
PIP claims process triggers severe distress
The Personal Independence Payment (PIP) assessment process has been exposed as deeply flawed, pushing vulnerable claimants into severe mental and financial hardship.
DWP urged to halt aggressive benefit sanctions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been urged to halt its 'heavy-handed' approach towards vulnerable individuals, following reports of unfair sanctions and undue pressure.
Astronomers reveal new solar system formation theory
Groundbreaking research reveals fresh insights into how our solar system formed, challenging long-held astronomical theories.
MP slams DWP over 'heartless' benefits cuts
A Labour MP has accused the Department for Work and Pensions of 'deliberately' cutting benefits for vulnerable claimants, leaving many struggling to survive.
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