Reeves Vows 'Iron Discipline' in First Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to deliver a budget of 'iron discipline' with tough spending rules, as she accuses the Tories of leaving the economy in ruins. Get the full analysis.
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Australian Household Spending Surge Defies Economic Gloom
New data reveals Australian households are spending more than expected, providing a crucial boost to the nation's economy and helping to counter weak growth in other sectors.
Watchdogs condemn MOD's secret £7bn Afghan airlift spending
Spending watchdogs deliver a blistering condemnation of the Ministry of Defence's secretive and chaotic £7 billion Afghan airlift, exposed by the Daily Mail, which was approved without taxpayer knowledge or Parliamentary scrutiny.
Labour's War on Whitehall's Empty Offices
Exclusive investigation reveals vast swathes of government departments stand empty as Labour vows to slash the £1bn annual bill for underused offices and get civil servants back to their desks.
Taxpayer funds Swinney's stay at Trump Turnberry resort
Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney sparks outrage as it's revealed public funds were used for an official stay at Donald Trump's luxury Turnberry resort, raising serious questions about government spending and propriety.
RFK Jr Axes £122M in Diversity Grants After Audit
Exclusive: Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has terminated a staggering $122 million in taxpayer-funded grants earmarked for LGBT and diversity initiatives. The move comes after a damning internal audit revealed 'poor use of funds' and a failu
Taxpayers fund balloon crafts for migrants facing deportation
Outrage erupts as British taxpayers foot the bill for 'life skills' courses, including cake decorating and balloon art, for failed asylum seekers and criminals slated for removal from the UK.
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.
Rat Infestation Costs Scots Police £500k
Police Scotland faces a growing rodent infestation crisis, diverting half a million pounds from its strained budget to emergency pest control services in stations and fleet vehicles.
Pensioners injured on 'ski slope' paving after £1.3m council revamp
Multiple pensioners have been injured on a dangerously steep paved area in a British market town, following a controversial £1.3 million renovation by the local council that residents are branding a 'complete waste of money'.
Treasury's Fiscal Rules Become Dangerous Growth Bottleneck
Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's rigid fiscal framework, designed for stability, is now actively hindering economic recovery, suppressing growth, and exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis. Experts warn the Treasury's orthodoxy is no longer fit for
Rural Taxpayers Subsidising Urban Areas, Report Finds
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.
Fire chiefs splurge £500K on diversity as stations decay
Cash-strapped fire services are under fire for spending half a million pounds on diversity roles as stations crumble due to lack of funding.
Trump’s Firefighter Cuts: Public Safety at Risk?
The Trump administration's latest budget cuts target firefighter funding, raising concerns over public safety and emergency response capabilities. Experts warn of dire consequences.
China cuts public sector pay in austerity drive
China introduces sweeping pay cuts for civil servants and public employees as part of a new austerity drive to stabilise its slowing economy.
Labour’s austerity gamble could decide next election
As Labour grapples with tough fiscal decisions, experts warn that austerity measures could alienate voters ahead of the next general election. Is history repeating itself?
Rachel Reeves' tax and spending dilemma
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under pressure to address the UK's economic challenges, with tough decisions on taxes and public spending looming.
Rachel Reeves warned tax rises or cuts needed for Labour
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under pressure as experts warn Labour may need to raise taxes or cut spending to fund public services. Will her economic plans hold up?
US shuts down Corporation for Public Broadcasting
The US government has voted to defund and close the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, sparking debate over media independence and public service broadcasting.
Ex-Labour minister pushes for wealth tax, warns against cuts
Ex-Labour minister calls for wealth tax to address economic inequality, warning against austerity measures that could harm public services.
Police Scotland spends £500k on Vauxhall cars amid cuts
Police Scotland has come under fire for spending £500,000 on Vauxhall cars while officers face budget constraints and public sector cuts.
Taxpayer money funds secret Victoria treaty perks
Taxpayers are footing the bill for lavish perks in a secret treaty, raising questions about government spending priorities.
Trump slams spending bill, vows tax cuts
Former US President Donald Trump has criticised the latest spending bill, calling it a 'disgrace' while reaffirming his commitment to tax cuts and healthcare reform.
Reeves' Budget: Tax Hikes & Spending Cuts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a challenging budget with tax hikes and spending cuts to tackle the UK's rising borrowing costs. What does this mean for households and businesses?
SNP's £20m diversity spend sparks fury during austerity
The Scottish National Party faces backlash for allocating £20 million to diversity initiatives while public services struggle with funding.
Europe's failing economic orthodoxy: time for change
Europe's reliance on austerity measures is undermining social cohesion. A new approach is needed to rebuild trust and economic stability.
Trump's $9.4B cuts target NPR, PBS in major win
Former President Donald Trump achieves a significant political win as $9.4 billion in spending cuts are approved, slashing funding for NPR and PBS in a move critics call radical.
Americans wary of Trump spending plans
Public sentiment shifts as concerns mount over Trump's ambitious spending agenda, despite White House claims of significant savings for American households.
Rayner faces backlash over 'stealth taxes' remark
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner sparks controversy by suggesting 'stealth taxes' could fund public services, drawing criticism from political opponents.
GOP Bill Cuts Foreign Aid & Public Broadcasting
A new Republican-led bill proposes significant cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting budgets, sparking debate over fiscal priorities and government spending.
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