UK charges asylum seekers £400 application fees
The UK government introduces controversial new immigration fees requiring asylum seekers to pay hundreds of pounds for applications, sparking debate about accessibility and fairness.
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Why UK offices are going footwear-free
Discover why British offices are embracing footwear-free policies, from improved wellbeing to enhanced productivity. The barefoot revolution is transforming workplace culture.
UK's £5.7m Taxi Bill for Asylum Seeker Transport
Exclusive investigation reveals the Home Office has spent over £5.7 million on taxi services to transport asylum seekers between hotels, with one journey costing nearly £2,500.
Private Therapy Costs Soar, Forcing UK Clinics to Reject Patients
Exclusive investigation reveals the devastating impact of the UK's private mental healthcare affordability crisis, with therapists forced to reject patients and NHS waiting lists at breaking point.
Royal Mail Price Hike Hits eBay Shoppers from April
eBay shoppers face major delivery cost increases as Royal Mail's new pricing structure takes effect. Learn how the changes impact second-class, signed-for, and international parcels.
MPs Maul Foreign Office Over Mandelson Scandal Fall Guy
Westminster erupts as Foreign Office officials are brutally interrogated by MPs over the handling of the Lord Mandelson diplomatic row, exposing deep tensions and a search for scapegoats.
Labour MP Accuses Starmer of Purging Left-Wing Members
Norwich South MP Clive Lewis launches a scathing attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, alleging a systematic purge of left-wing voices and comparing the party's internal culture to that under Peter Mandelson.
Disgraced MP Gareth Ward Praises Teal MPs After Sex Crimes
Former UK MP Gareth Ward, convicted of sexual assault, sparks outrage by praising Teal independents. Exclusive details on the political fallout and victim impact statements.
Tory Minister Defects to Reform UK Ahead of Blackpool By-Election
Former Tory Treasury Minister Jim O'Neill defects to Reform UK, dealing major blow to Conservatives ahead of crucial Blackpool South by-election. Political earthquake rocks Westminster.
MPs condemn Asda app over high-cost staff loans
A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.
MPs Demand Urgent Overhaul of Failing Charity Commission
A powerful cross-party committee of MPs has issued a scathing report demanding a major overhaul of the Charity Commission, citing a 'catastrophic failure' in its duty to hold charities accountable and protect public trust.
UK MPs Forced to Publicly Declare Tax Affairs in New Crackdown
In a landmark move for transparency, senior UK politicians and officials must now publicly disclose their tax affairs. Discover who is affected and why it matters.
MPs Barred from Westminster Gardens in Security Row
Labour MPs are fuming after being denied access to Victoria Tower Gardens, a historic parliamentary respite, due to a new Speaker-led security protocol. The move sparks accusations of overreach and stifling of informal diplomacy.
Labour MPs face voter fury over Gaza stance in constituency meetings
Senior Labour MPs including Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson face heated confrontations with constituents over the party's position on the Israel-Hamas conflict, exposing deep divisions within traditional voter base.
Labour MPs apologise for claiming election win before vote
Senior Labour MPs Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell issue humiliating apologies after suggesting they'd already won their seats days before voters go to the polls.
Labour Shake-Up: Phillipson Backs Rayner for Deputy
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson makes a significant intervention in the Labour deputy leadership contest, publicly nominating Angela Rayner and sparking speculation about the party's future direction.
Tory Minister Skips Accessible Transport Debate in 'Shameful' Snub
Transport Minister Anthony Browne faces scathing criticism after skipping a crucial parliamentary debate on accessible transport, leaving disabled passengers and fellow MPs furious.
Charity Commission blocks MPs over child abuse probe
A major political row has erupted after the Charity Commission blocked a powerful committee of MPs from investigating its handling of child sexual abuse allegations. Read the explosive details.
MPs Wear Wheat Badges in PMQs Farming Protest
MPs across the House of Commons united in wearing wheat sheaf badges during PMQs to highlight the severe challenges facing British farmers and to demand government action.
SNP MP demands MPs be allowed to bring children to Commons
SNP's Kirsty Blackman challenges archaic parliamentary rules, urging for a modernised Commons that allows MPs to care for their young children while representing constituents.
MPs Poised for Inflation-Busting £7,000 Pay Rise
British MPs are in line for a significant £7,000 pay increase, lifting their salaries to over £91,000, as recommended by the independent watchdog IPSA. This inflation-linked rise comes amidst a backdrop of sluggish wage growth and widespread industrial di
MPs Using ChatGPT for Speeches: Tugendhat's Security Warning
Senior Conservative Tom Tugendhat reveals MPs are using ChatGPT to draft speeches and parliamentary questions, raising serious concerns about national security and the integrity of British democracy.
Labour's Rachel Reeves rejects wealth tax, contradicting Rayner
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves rules out implementing an unproven wealth tax, contradicting Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner and exposing a major split in the party's economic policy ahead of the election.
BBC's Tim Davie Grilled by MPs Over Reform UK Coverage
BBC boss Tim Davie faces intense scrutiny from MPs over the broadcaster's impartiality and editorial decisions during the General Election, particularly regarding coverage of Reform UK.
UK MPs Accuse US EPA of Sabotaging Post-Brexit Trade Deal
A powerful cross-party committee of UK MPs issues a stern warning, alleging the US Environmental Protection Agency's aggressive lobbying is jeopardising the prospects of a vital UK-US free trade agreement.
Boris Johnson's Lucrative Post-PM Earnings Spark Scandal
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson is accused of profiting from his contacts after leaving Downing Street, earning millions through speeches and writings while still receiving a taxpayer-funded allowance.
BBC's Tim Davie Under Fire Over Gaza and Glastonbury
BBC boss Tim Davie is under fire from MPs and staff over the corporation's coverage of the Gaza conflict and a controversial ban on political symbols like the Palestinian keffiyeh at Glastonbury.
Labour's Next Deputy Leader: The Race Begins
The contest to become the next Labour Deputy Leader is officially on. Discover the frontrunners, the key policy battlegrounds, and what it means for the future of Keir Starmer's government.
Senior Female Labour MPs Exit Deputy Leadership Race
The Labour Party's deputy leadership contest faces a major setback as several senior female MPs, including Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson, unexpectedly pull out, raising concerns over diversity and party direction.
MPs demand terror ban for Palestine Action group
A cross-party coalition of MPs is pressuring the Home Secretary to proscribe Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, citing escalating criminal damage and intimidation tactics against UK defence firms.
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