Greg Jackson, founder of Octopus Energy, takes on a pivotal Cabinet Office role to shape the UK's future energy strategy, leveraging his industry expertise to drive green policy and consumer-focused reforms.
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.
Senior government adviser Mike Richards resigns after controversy over undisclosed second job with South West Water, raising questions over conflicts of interest in Whitehall.
Exclusive: A school in Hangzhou, China, is using AI-powered headbands to monitor student concentration levels in real-time, sparking a global debate on technology, education, and privacy.
Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.
Kazakhstan's parliament has passed a stringent new law mandating chemical castration for convicted child sex offenders, alongside public naming and lifetime GPS tracking, in one of the world's toughest anti-paedophilia measures.
New EU data exposes a devastating climate impact as wildfires in Spain emitted a staggering 20.8 million tonnes of CO2 in 2023, the highest level since records began in 2003.
Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is on the verge of announcing the most significant local government finance reform in a generation, aiming to axe the widely criticised council tax and replace it with a fairer property levy. This seismic shift promises
The UK government faces a furious backlash from Scottish and Welsh ministers over its plans to centralise control of Great British Railways in Westminster, bypassing devolution settlements and sparking a major constitutional row.
A damning new report reveals a 'postcode lottery' in public spending, showing rural communities in England are subsidising urban areas by billions despite facing higher council tax bills and inferior services.
John Swinney, Scotland's Deputy First Minister, declares the Scottish Government will not back down from legal challenges against Westminster, defending Holyrood's right to legislate despite potential multi-million pound court battles.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the date when it will start checking bank accounts of benefit claimants. Find out how this could affect you.
The UK government threatens to withdraw £16m in funding from Rugby League unless key questions are addressed, raising concerns over the sport's future.
The DWP has confirmed the start date for monitoring bank accounts of benefit claimants. Here's everything you need to know about the new rules and how they could affect you.
The Trump White House is reportedly monitoring the timekeeping practices of a key aide amid allegations of manipulating the system. Read the full investigation.
The Albanese government is under fire for spending taxpayer money on business-class flights for ministers, sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
PwC has introduced a traffic light dashboard to track employee office attendance in the UK, sparking debate on workplace surveillance and hybrid work policies.
A woman's Oura ring flagged potential health issues long before doctors diagnosed her with cancer, showcasing the life-saving potential of wearable tech.
Discover the pros and cons of the WHOOP 5 fitness tracker in our in-depth review. Is it worth the investment for serious athletes and fitness enthusiasts?
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is rolling out a new bank monitoring initiative to detect and prevent fraudulent benefit claims, potentially affecting millions of accounts.
The UK government plans to grant the DWP sweeping powers to scrutinise bank accounts of benefit claimants in an effort to reduce fraud, sparking privacy concerns.
A brazen fraudster swindled the Northern Territory government out of millions in a sophisticated payroll scam. Here's how he did it and the shocking loopholes he exploited.
Labour leader Keir Starmer faces backlash over proposals to have police monitor migrants' social media activity to preempt potential unrest. Critics slam the move as an overreach of state surveillance.
Furious protesters in Epping vow to continue demonstrations until their concerns over a local migrant hotel are addressed, accusing authorities of ignoring their voices.
Specialist officers are tracking online activity amid fears of escalating tensions ahead of planned demonstrations in Epping. Authorities are on high alert to prevent unrest.
Abbott's latest innovation, the Lingo glucose monitor, promises to revolutionise health tracking by offering real-time glucose monitoring without needles. Discover how this wearable tech could change lives.
A recent survey by the Office for National Statistics shows a significant decline in public trust in the UK government. Experts weigh in on the causes and implications.
Westminster has intervened to approve funding for Aberdeen's green freeport, bypassing the Scottish Government's concerns over fair work conditions.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has slammed the UK government's approach to housing and local development, calling for urgent reforms in a heated social media debate.
An independent body will monitor the implementation of the Police Race Action Plan in England and Wales, ensuring accountability and progress in tackling racial disparities in policing.