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Labour Forces Release of Secret UK Asylum Hotel Map

Exclusive: Labour forces government to reveal secret data mapping the staggering scale of asylum seeker hotel use across Britain, costing taxpayers millions daily and sparking a major political row.

Labour councils remove UK flags in Palestine solidarity row

Labour-led councils across England are removing the Union Jack and St George's Cross from official buildings in solidarity with Palestine, igniting a fierce political battle over national symbolism and local authority powers.

Reeves Launches Major Overhaul of UK Property Tax System

Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches a comprehensive review of the UK's property tax system, targeting council tax and stamp duty in a bid to create a fairer, more efficient model for homeowners and the Treasury.

Probation Service Crisis: 10,000 Staff Shortfall Exposed

Exclusive: The Probation Service is grappling with a critical shortage of 10,000 officers to manage offenders in the community, raising serious public safety concerns as Labour's early release scheme accelerates.

Reeves Poised to Overhaul Dreaded Council Tax

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

Albanese's 'Productivity' Tax Overhaul Sparks UK Debate

Exclusive: The Albanese government is spearheading a controversial 'productivity'-focused tax reform, aiming to shift the UK's economic debate from austerity to strategic investment. Critics warn of potential tax hikes.

Westminster in 'Rail Power Grab' Row with Scotland and Wales

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.

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.

Swinney defiant on legal battles with Westminster

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.

100+ Groups Demand Starmer Scrap Two-Child Benefit Cap

A powerful coalition of over 100 women's rights and poverty organisations has issued a stern demand to the incoming Labour government, urging Sir Keir Starmer to abolish the controversial two-child benefit limit, branding it a 'vile policy' that plunges f

Reeves Scraps Stamp Duty Overhaul for Overseas Buyers

In a dramatic U-turn, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has scrapped the previous government's controversial stamp duty relief for non-UK residents, marking a significant shift in housing policy and sparking debate across the property industry.

Kinnock urges end to two-child benefit cap

Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock has called on the government to scrap the controversial two-child limit on benefits, arguing it pushes families into poverty. Read more on the growing backlash against the policy.

Air Canada strike ends after government steps in

The Canadian government has intervened to end the Air Canada strike, bringing relief to passengers and the aviation industry. Details on the resolution and what it means for travellers.

Reeves grilled over Labour's £20bn spending gap

Labour's new Chancellor Rachel Reeves faced tough questions on BBC Radio 4's Today programme about a potential £20bn shortfall in the party's spending commitments, as host Nick Robinson pressed for clarity on funding sources.

Phillipson unveils education reform plans

Newly appointed Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson outlines ambitious reforms to tackle teacher shortages, improve school funding, and modernise the curriculum.

MP urges UK to act on Yunus case in Bangladesh

Labour MP Tulip Siddiq calls on the UK to address the 'politically motivated' legal actions against Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus in Bangladesh, amid growing international concern.

Labour: Hard work no longer pays in UK

Shadow Work and Pensions Minister Alison McGovern criticises the government for failing to ensure hard work translates into financial security for UK families.

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