SNP Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has declared work is not the best escape from poverty, amid a soaring Scottish welfare bill forecast to hit £9bn. Critics slam the stance as fostering a 'toxic dependency culture'.
Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville sparks outrage by stating work is not the best escape from poverty, as Scotland's welfare bill heads for £9bn. Critics slam the SNP's 'toxic dependency culture'.
The House of Lords has unanimously agreed to allocate more time to the Assisted Dying bill after accusations of 'time-wasting' and 'filibustering' threatened its passage. Read the latest on this critical debate.
The House of Lords has unanimously agreed to allocate more time to the Assisted Dying bill after accusations of 'time-wasting' and 'filibustering' threatened its passage. Read the latest on this critical debate.
Peers resume their fight over assisted dying laws this week, with supporters demanding more time to pass the bill. Lord Falconer seeks extended debates amid fears of sabotage and over 1,000 amendments.
Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay warns the SNP's 'light touch' benefit system is 'out of control'. With spending set to hit £10bn, he pledges a review and cuts ahead of the Holyrood election. Read the full analysis.
Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay warns the SNP's 'light touch' welfare approach is a fraud risk, with benefit spending forecast to reach £10bn a year. Read his party's proposals for cuts.
Lord Falconer warns peers are trying to 'talk out' the assisted suicide bill with over 1,000 amendments. He clashes with the incoming Archbishop of Canterbury. Will the bill run out of time?
A new report urges ministers to ban migrants from using taxpayer-funded translators to claim benefits, aiming to save millions and restore parliamentary control over the welfare system.
Barbara Shooter, diagnosed with motor neurone disease after her husband's assisted death in Switzerland, supports new UK bill. She condemns Lords' 'filibustering' tactics.
The UK government launches a new animal welfare plan for England, introducing a 'close season' for hares and pledging to end cages for hens and farrowing crates for pigs. Read the full details.
A new Victoria Police welfare policy has sparked controversy, with legal experts warning it could compromise detainees' right to a fair trial. Read the full investigation.
Suspected drug deaths in Scotland have risen by 19% year-on-year, with critics blaming SNP policies. New figures deal a blow to the government's 'national mission' on addiction.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms the £7bn energy rebate programme will not be extended into 2026, marking an end to direct bill relief. Discover the government's next steps for cost of living support.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises taxes by £25bn, scrapping the two-child benefit cap. 18,000 large families to gain over £14,000 yearly. Discover the full Budget impact.
SNP government faces mounting criticism for resisting independent inquiry into grooming gangs despite victims' harrowing testimonies. Calls grow for justice as existing child abuse probe could investigate.
A leading KC warns the assisted dying Bill offers no legal protection for objecting GPs, risking an NHS staff exodus. Read the full legal analysis and its implications.
Donald Trump has signed a bill authorising the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents. He claims Epstein was a 'Democrat problem'. Read the full story.
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confronts bankruptcy proceedings as legal action intensifies around SNP financial management and party governance.
California Republican Bill Essayli proposes groundbreaking bill making it illegal to publicly insult former presidents, sparking immediate controversy and free speech debates.
Conservative Deputy Chairman Lee Anderson sparks controversy with bold plan to replace PIP with tailored support system, claiming current benefits 'not fit for purpose' and creating 'perverse incentives'.
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
An explosive investigation reveals how Centrelink illegally cancelled thousands of JobSeeker payments, leaving vulnerable Australians destitute and fighting a broken system.
An alarming investigation reveals Australia's welfare system is plagued by systemic failures, unlawful practices, and devastating consequences for the nation's most vulnerable. Discover the urgent need for reform.
The controversial two-child benefit limit faces elimination as Labour commits to scrapping the DWP policy, promising financial relief for struggling families across the UK.
A landmark tribunal case reveals Centrelink unlawfully cancelled a JobSeeker payment, raising serious questions about welfare treatment in Australia's social security system.
First Minister John Swinney conspicuously absent from Nicola Sturgeon's high-profile book signing event at SNP conference, fueling speculation about growing tensions within the Scottish National Party leadership.
Exclusive: Police investigating SNP finances have interrogated former treasurer Colin Beattie about a mysterious £20,000 cash withdrawal and £600,000 of missing party funds in a major development to the fraud probe.
First Minister John Swinney confronts major rebellion as SNP activists demand immediate independence action, setting stage for explosive party conference showdown over Scotland's constitutional future.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch reveals sweeping reforms to Britain's welfare system, including stricter eligibility criteria and UK-only benefits in major cost-cutting drive.