Ireland plans €1.4bn SME rescue package
The Irish government is evaluating a €1.4bn aid package to assist small and medium-sized businesses impacted by rising costs, with potential measures including grants and commercial rate cuts.
The Irish government is evaluating a €1.4bn aid package to assist small and medium-sized businesses impacted by rising costs, with potential measures including grants and commercial rate cuts.
Leading UK universities, including Oxford and Imperial College London, warn of financial instability due to government funding cuts, risking research and global competitiveness.
Households across the UK face steep council tax increases to fund Angela Rayner's proposed government reforms, sparking backlash from cash-strapped families.
MasterChef stars Gregg Wallace and John Torode have publicly supported Lisa Nandy for the role of Culture Secretary, praising her passion for the arts and media.
Keir Starmer and Lisa Nandy demand transparency as ministers push forward with the National Citizen Service expansion amid funding concerns.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese commits an additional £176 million to support Indigenous communities as calls for a treaty intensify.
The UK government is allocating an additional £100m to tackle illegal small boat crossings in the Channel. Find out how the funds will be used and the impact on immigration policy.
The US government has voted to defund and close the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, sparking debate over media independence and public service broadcasting.
Charities and experts are calling on the UK government to allocate £3 million for pioneering cancer vaccine trials, which could revolutionise treatment and save thousands of lives.
Top medical bodies warn of severe strain on the NHS, calling for immediate government intervention to prevent a collapse in patient care.
John Swinney acknowledges historic underfunding in Scottish women's football and hints at potential government investment, inspired by England's Lionesses.
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn criticises the government's handling of Birmingham City Council's financial crisis, calling for urgent action to protect essential services.
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting launches a blistering attack on Conservative leadership, accusing them of 'decimating' the NHS through chronic underfunding and mismanagement.
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.
The UK government has announced a £100 million investment to rejuvenate struggling seaside towns, boosting local economies and tourism.
The Australian government announces strict reforms to childcare funding, cutting financial support after just one safety violation to ensure child welfare.
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.
The UK's nuclear ambitions hinge on Sizewell C staying on budget. Will this project usher in a new era of clean energy or become another financial black hole?
The SNP has accused the UK government of sidelining Scotland after billions were allocated to the Sizewell C nuclear project in England, reigniting tensions over energy investment disparities.
A new independent trust is set to monitor and tackle anti-Muslim hatred in the UK following the suspension of government funding to Tell MAMA. The initiative aims to ensure transparency and effectiveness in addressing Islamophobia.
Australia's childcare sector is in turmoil, with Education Minister Jason Clare facing immense challenges in reforming a system plagued by funding shortages and fragmented control.
Deep cuts to US science funding under the Trump administration have led to widespread job losses across research institutions, threatening America's position as a global leader in innovation.
The SNP-led Scottish Government announces a £1.5 million investment to transform Kirkcaldy’s town centre, aiming to boost local businesses and tourism.
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.
Hundreds of libraries across the UK are at risk of closure due to government funding cuts, leaving communities without essential resources and support.
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces backlash after comparing US funding for Iraq to Sesame Street in a viral rant. Critics call her remarks 'out of touch'.
The UK government faces backlash over claims it bypassed devolved administrations in Scotland and Yorkshire to push through funding deals, sparking accusations of centralisation.
Scottish Secretary Ian Murray accuses the UK government of neglecting Faslane's nuclear base, calling for urgent investment to secure jobs and national defence.
The UK government has committed £1 million to stabilise the historic Queensbury Tunnel in Yorkshire, sparking hopes for its future as a cycling and walking route.
The UK government has significantly reduced its electric vehicle grant, leaving potential buyers with less financial support. Here’s how it impacts the market.