SNP Sport Funding Falls Short of £100m Pledge
Scottish government's £40m budget increase for sport is criticised as insufficient. MSP Brian Whittle warns of squandered legacy ahead of Commonwealth Games and World Cup.
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SNP Sport Budget Shortfall Criticised by MSP
Scottish Government's £40m funding increase for sport fails to meet £100m SNP pledge, risking the legacy of a major summer of sport. Critics demand a long-term strategy.
ITV loses British Open and Tour de France in 2026
ITV's sports portfolio takes a major hit as Channel 5 secures three snooker tournaments and the Tour de France moves to pay-TV. Discover the full details of the broadcast shake-up.
Scottish retailers warn of mass closures over business rates
A coalition of 37 major retailers warns SNP ministers that failing to match England's business rates discount in next week's Budget will push shops to the brink, risking thousands of jobs.
Scottish Party Leaders Set Out Election Pledges for May
SNP's John Swinney pushes for independence referendum, Labour's Anas Sarwar targets 'competence', and Tory Russell Findlay focuses on tax cuts as the Holyrood election campaign begins. Read their key pitches.
US Halts Minnesota Childcare Funds Over Fraud Scandal
Federal authorities freeze payments to Minnesota after daycare fraud allegations. HHS demands audit and implements new spending controls nationwide. Read the latest developments.
Sports Stars Fight to Save England's Playing Fields
Olympic champions and sports bodies warn that proposed planning reforms could lead to a mass sell-off of vital community playing fields. They urge the government to keep crucial protections.
What sport to watch on Boxing Day 2025
Your complete guide to Boxing Day sport on TV, featuring Manchester United vs Newcastle, the Ashes Test, Premiership Rugby, and live horse racing. Plan your festive viewing now.
Council funding map: Winners, losers and tax rises
The government's new £78bn council funding settlement shifts money towards deprived areas. Find out which councils win, which lose, and if your tax bill will rise.
GB Sends Only One Short-Track Skater to 2026 Olympics
Niall Treacy will be Team GB's sole short-track speed skater at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games following severe UK Sport funding cuts. Discover the impact on British winter sports.
Council funding formula shifts cash to 'deprived' areas
A new 'fairer' funding system for England will divert central cash to the most deprived areas, pressuring councils in London and the South East. Five London boroughs will see council tax caps removed.
Major Council Tax Change Announced for England
English councils get a £78bn funding boost with a 23% spending power rise. Council tax rises capped at 3%, with extra for social care. Find out what it means for you.
Serena Williams Reflects on Racism in Tennis Career
Tennis legend Serena Williams discusses the 'negativity' she faced as a black woman in sport and the positive change for new generations. Read her powerful insights on resilience and retirement.
Two-Child Cap Scrapped, Freeing £150m for Scotland
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends the two-child benefit cap, freeing £150m for Scotland to tackle child poverty. Discover the Budget's impact on families and new funding.
Creative Scotland 'Damning' Report Slams Leadership
Culture Secretary Angus Robertson accused of being 'asleep at the wheel' after scathing review finds Creative Scotland's leadership inadequate and funding priorities misplaced. Calls for urgent government action.
Jacqui Oatley departs ITV Sport after decade
Presenter Jacqui Oatley announces her exit from ITV Sport after a decade as production moves to Matchroom. Key darts tournaments remain free-to-air. Read the full story.
Scottish Government 'had no Covid strategy' in 2020
UK Covid-19 Inquiry reveals Scottish Government's inadequate early pandemic response and over-reliance on Westminster. Discover the key findings and Nicola Sturgeon's response.
Scottish Sport 'Running on Empty' Amid Funding Crisis
Thirty-nine Scottish sports bodies warn the First Minister that grassroots sport is in crisis due to a broken £100m funding pledge. Urgent action is demanded.
Scottish Government costs surge £53m in one year
Scottish Government operating costs balloon to £856m despite remote working. IT spending rises £25m while accommodation savings remain minimal. Taxpayers face growing bill.
Scottish Government performs dramatic tax U-turn
Deputy First Minister John Swinney abandons key election pledge as Scottish Government announces income tax increases in major policy reversal, breaking SNP manifesto commitment.
Civil servants forced into independence paper meetings
Scottish Government officials have been compelled to attend multiple meetings to accelerate work on a new independence prospectus, sparking concerns about civil service neutrality and taxpayer resources being used for constitutional campaigning.
Trump pressure threatens US government shutdown
Former President Donald Trump's pressure on Republican lawmakers threatens to trigger a massive federal government shutdown, putting millions of workers and essential services at risk.
Police Scotland demands extra £140m amid budget crisis
Police Scotland faces its most severe financial crisis since its creation, with chiefs warning they need an additional £140 million annually just to maintain current service levels amid rising operational costs.
Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
Joey Barton's Misogynistic Rant Sparks Football Outrage
Former footballer Joey Barton faces widespread condemnation after comparing female pundits to serial killers in shocking social media outburst targeting Lucy Ward and Eni Aluko.
Reeves slams Scottish Govt over A9 VAT bill expectation
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves accuses Scottish ministers of expecting Westminster to cover £135 million VAT bill for A9 dualling project, highlighting ongoing funding tensions between governments.
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.
Female jockey makes history with Melbourne Cup win
Australian racing sensation Jamie Kah becomes the first female jockey to win the prestigious Melbourne Cup, shattering racing's glass ceiling in a landmark moment for the sport.
Rangers and Celtic clash over VAR and refereeing standards
Explosive fallout as Rangers and Celtic clash over refereeing standards after dramatic League Cup semi-final, with VAR at the centre of the storm.
Scottish Government blocks Dundee University £20.3M bailout
Exclusive: University of Dundee confronts financial turmoil after Scottish ministers block emergency funding, sparking job security fears and union outrage over government intervention in higher education.
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