UK-US strike tariff deal on pharmaceuticals
The UK and US agree a major trade deal removing US import taxes on UK drugs for 3 years, while the NHS commits to higher spending on new medicines. Discover the impact.
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UK-US agree zero tariff deal on pharmaceuticals
The UK and US have struck a deal to maintain 0% tariffs on medicines for three years, alongside NHS commitments to increase spending on new drugs. Discover the implications for patients and industry.
UK and US agree zero tariff deal on medicines
The UK and US have agreed a three-year deal to maintain 0% import tariffs on pharmaceuticals, aiming to secure NHS access to cutting-edge treatments and boost investment. Read the full details.
UK-US set for zero-tariff pharma deal amid NHS price row
The UK is poised to strike a deal with the US removing tariffs on pharmaceuticals, following warnings of investment cuts. The agreement hinges on the NHS paying more for American medicines. Read the full details.
NHS Scotland spends £360k on actors amid waiting lists
Scotland's NHS faces backlash for spending £360,000 on professional actors to role-play patients while 850,000 people remain on waiting lists. Critics demand funds be redirected to frontline care.
Trump's golf trips could cost taxpayers $300m
Donald Trump's golf travel has cost US taxpayers $71m since January, with total spending potentially reaching a staggering $300m. Discover the full financial impact.
Black Friday Regrets: 59% of Brits Admit Bad Buys
A new survey reveals the Black Friday purchases Brits most regret, with clothes and takeaways topping the list. Discover the full ranking and expert spending tips.
UK Health Investment Fails to Deliver Returns
A damning report reveals the UK's £8.6bn health service investment yielded just 73p per pound. Discover why prevention spending collapsed and what it means for NHS sustainability.
Black Friday 2025: UK Shoppers Set for £14bn Spend
UK shoppers are predicted to spend nearly £14 billion this Black Friday weekend. Discover the top spending trends and expert tips to avoid scams and find genuine deals.
Microsoft 'ripped off NHS' claims MP in contract row
Labour MP Samantha Niblett alleges Microsoft overcharged NHS in £700m deal as MPs call for more contracts with British tech firms. Read the full investigation.
NHS faces winter crisis as early flu outbreak threatens thousands
The NHS braces for its toughest winter yet as an early flu season collides with ongoing pressures. Health officials warn of potential thousands of fatalities and overwhelming strain on hospital services across the UK.
NHS recruits thousands of Australian healthcare staff
The NHS is launching an unprecedented recruitment drive in Australia to fill critical staffing gaps, offering relocation packages worth thousands amid ongoing healthcare workforce shortages.
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
Starmer: Tories may 'max out credit card' before election
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer accuses Conservatives of planning irresponsible pre-election spending that could cripple the next government, as he outlines his party's economic priorities.
Chancellor's Budget Wishlist: Key Demands Revealed
As the Chancellor prepares his crucial Autumn Budget, industry leaders and economists reveal their urgent priorities for tackling Britain's economic challenges and driving growth.
NHS 'Complete Nightmare' as Hospital Capacity Crisis Deepens
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking state of NHS hospital capacity as patients face unprecedented delays and overcrowding. Discover why experts warn the system is at breaking point.
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.
Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
Labour ministers clash over NHS funding in budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Health Secretary Wes Streeting are heading for a confrontation over NHS spending in the upcoming budget, revealing early tensions in the new Labour government's economic priorities.
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.
Britain's stealth tax crisis demands urgent reform
As income tax thresholds remain frozen, millions face stealth tax rises while public services crumble. Explore why experts argue the current system is unsustainable and what fair alternatives could revitalise Britain's social infrastructure.
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.
NHS 10-minute robotic prostate surgery cuts waiting lists
Exclusive: British surgeons pioneer revolutionary robotic prostate procedures that take just 10 minutes, offering new hope for thousands stuck on NHS waiting lists. Discover how this medical breakthrough is transforming cancer care across the UK.
NHS hospitals cut services as winter pressure mounts
Exclusive: NHS leaders warn of service reductions and longer waits as hospitals across England face unprecedented pressure and staffing shortages ahead of winter.
NHS Bureaucracy Exposed: Managers Outnumber Frontline Staff
An NHS doctor's viral revelation exposes staggering bureaucracy as managers outnumber frontline staff, sparking outrage over wasted resources and patient care neglect.
Scotland's £117m heartburn pill crisis revealed
Shocking NHS Scotland figures reveal taxpayers spent £117 million on heartburn medications in just one year, with one popular pill accounting for massive prescription costs amid growing digestive health concerns.
NHS staff fury over parking charge increases
NHS workers across Britain are expressing outrage as hospital trusts implement controversial parking fee increases, adding financial pressure to healthcare heroes already struggling with cost-of-living crisis.
NHS negligence bill hits £60bn - bigger than nuclear cleanup
Shocking report reveals NHS medical negligence liabilities have quadrupled to £60 billion - exceeding Britain's nuclear decommissioning costs and creating one of government's largest financial burdens.
Health Dept's £1M media unit faces transparency scrutiny
Revealed: The Department of Health's controversial media monitoring operation spent over £1 million while operating with minimal transparency, raising questions about government accountability and public spending.
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