Two Titanic Threats Loom Over Starmer's Government
An in-depth analysis of the monumental challenges on immigration and devolution that threaten to define or destroy Sir Keir Starmer's new Labour government from its very first days in power.
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Trump Vows Drastic Foreign Aid Cuts If Re-Elected
Former US President Donald Trump vows to drastically cut foreign aid and overhaul international spending if re-elected, targeting organisations like the WHO and UN and pledging to renegotiate fundamental agreements, a move set to redefine global alliances
Northwestern University President Resigns Over Trump Funding Cuts
Northwestern University's president steps down following severe federal funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration, triggering academic turmoil and research programme suspensions.
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.
Starmer rejects Swinney's urgent summit demand
Prime Minister Keir Starmer dismisses Scottish First Minister John Swinney's demand for an immediate meeting on devolution, setting the stage for a clash over the future of the Union.
Trump Administration Cuts Harvard Funding in Political Strike
The Trump administration has moved to sever federal funding to Harvard University, citing concerns over free speech, foreign influence, and institutional bias. This decision sends shockwaves through the academic world and raises questions about the politi
Angela Rayner confronted by Cornish government campaigners
Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner was confronted in Cornwall by activists demanding a Cornish assembly, highlighting the growing devolution debate in the UK.
Jess Phillips: Govt inaction on NI power-sharing 'shocking'
Labour MP Jess Phillips accuses the UK Government of 'utterly shocking' inaction as Northern Ireland approaches a grim milestone of two years without a devolved government, raising urgent democratic concerns.
Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
NHS Crisis: Shocking Photos Show Hospital 'Third World' Conditions
Exclusive photographs from inside a major NHS hospital reveal appalling, unsanitary conditions including blood-smeared walls, overflowing bins, and filthy floors, as the health service faces its worst winter crisis.
Thatcher's Legacy: How 1980s Policies Fuel UK's Political Chaos
A damning new analysis draws direct parallels between Margaret Thatcher's radical 1980s policies and Britain's current political fragmentation, economic instability, and constitutional crises.
NHS Youth Mental Health Crisis: Over-Diagnosis Costs £16bn
Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.
Scottish Government warns of bankruptcy in financial crisis
Scotland faces an unprecedented financial emergency as ministers warn of potential 'bankruptcy' without urgent UK government intervention. Discover the implications for public services and the growing constitutional clash.
UK Pharmacy Crisis: 1 in 3 Remortgage Homes
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly a third of UK pharmacy owners have remortgaged their homes to keep businesses running amid funding crisis and rising costs.
Pharmacists use personal savings to keep shops open
A shocking new survey reveals the dire state of Britain's pharmacies, with owners digging into their own pockets to survive a funding crisis, risking closures and creating 'pharmacy deserts' across the nation.
NHS Crisis Forces Record Numbers to Go Private
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.
NHS spends £6.9m on spin doctors during GP crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
Tories accused of 'point scoring' over devolution
Labour's Jonathan Ashworth slams the Conservative government for 'playing political games' with the future of English devolution, accusing ministers of undermining serious cross-party talks for electoral gain.
NHS Scotland's £10m Weight-Loss Jab Bill Revealed
Scotland's NHS is spending a staggering £10 million annually on weight-loss injections like Ozempic and Wegovy as the nation battles a severe obesity epidemic. This investigative report reveals the soaring prescription costs and the pressing health challe
Trump Threatens University Funding Over Campus Protests
The Trump administration threatens to slash federal funding from US universities that fail to curb anti-government protests, sparking a fierce debate over free speech and academic independence.
Notting Hill Carnival faces £625k policing funding crisis
London's world-renowned Notting Hill Carnival faces an unprecedented funding crisis as organisers reveal a critical £625,000 shortfall for essential policing and security measures, threatening the future of Europe's largest street festival.
Scrap King's Oath for NHS Bosses, Say Scottish MSPs
MSPs push to scrap the centuries-old oath of allegiance to the King for senior NHS staff, branding it a 'colonial' relic as Scotland's health service faces a deepening crisis.
NI Families Call for Government Action as Crisis Grows
Families in Northern Ireland are calling for immediate intervention from Westminster as local governance remains stalled, leaving critical issues unaddressed.
UK universities face funding crisis - Oxford and Imperial at risk
Leading UK universities, including Oxford and Imperial College London, warn of financial instability due to government funding cuts, risking research and global competitiveness.
NHS faces critical staff shortages in new report
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.
Trump targets Columbia University funding over protests
Former US President Donald Trump has called for Columbia University to be stripped of federal funding following pro-Palestinian protests, sparking debate over free speech and institutional accountability.
MPs demand local control of council tax
Cross-party MPs are urging the government to grant local authorities full autonomy over council tax rates, arguing it would empower communities and improve public services.
Record £75m boost for UK hospices confirmed
The UK government has announced a landmark £75 million funding package for hospices, ensuring critical end-of-life care services can continue to support patients and families across the country.
Ballymena councillor quits amid Stormont tensions
A Ballymena councillor's resignation sparks fresh political turmoil in Northern Ireland, raising concerns over Stormont's stability.
UK government accused of devolution 'power grab'
The UK government faces backlash over claims it bypassed devolved administrations in Scotland and Yorkshire to push through funding deals, sparking accusations of centralisation.
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