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UK Measles Cases Soar 831% Amid Vaccination Decline

Global measles cases are surging, with a staggering 831% rise in the UK over a decade. Experts warn crumbling health systems and online misinformation are fuelling the crisis, putting millions of children at risk.

London councils spend £500m on private firms in 2024

A new report exposes London councils' 'sustained reliance' on consultancy and outsourcing firms, with spending exceeding half a billion pounds last year. Discover the impact of austerity and the call to rebuild public services.

Mutual Aid Rises as Britons Seek Community Support

Facing austerity, high costs, and political uncertainty, more people are turning to grassroots mutual aid networks. Discover how communities are helping each other outside formal systems.

TUC demands OBR overhaul ahead of budget

The TUC warns Britain's budget watchdog is hardwired for austerity and strangling growth. Read why a major review is demanded before the autumn budget.

Reeves may lift two-child benefit cap in Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals potential end to austerity-era two-child benefit cap, a move that could lift 630,000 children from poverty and ease Labour backbench discontent.

Scottish NHS boards get £135M emergency bailout

NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.

Scotland's NHS overhaul doomed without staffing fix

Medical leaders sound alarm over Scottish Government's latest NHS recovery plan, warning that without tackling the staffing catastrophe, the health service faces irreversible decline. Exclusive analysis reveals why current proposals fall dangerously short

Canada's recession budget imposes austerity measures

The Canadian government has unveiled a stark austerity budget featuring sweeping spending cuts and tax increases as the nation confronts its first recession in over a decade. Key public services face significant reductions while households brace for finan

NHS bosses warn of longer waiting times crisis

Exclusive: NHS leaders deliver sobering reality check to Rachel Reeves as new figures reveal growing treatment delays and funding shortfalls threatening patient care across Britain.

Milei Wins Election, Vows More Radical Reforms

Libertarian firebrand Javier Milei secures decisive election victory, vowing to intensify his controversial economic reforms and 'chainsaw plan' to reshape Argentina's future.

NHS doctor quits over 'discriminatory' pension scheme

A respected NHS consultant has dramatically resigned after two decades of service, swearing off his pension in protest against what he calls a 'discriminatory' retirement scheme that's pushing experienced medics out of the health service.

NHS waiting lists slashed by 206,000 patients

New figures reveal significant progress in reducing NHS waiting times with 206,000 fewer patients waiting for treatment, marking a major milestone in healthcare recovery.

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