Pets Classed as Baggage: Iberia Court Ruling Sparks Outrage
Spanish airline Iberia faces backlash after court ruling classifies pets in cargo hold as 'baggage' rather than sentient beings, raising serious animal welfare concerns for UK travellers.
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IFS urges Rachel Reeves to consider welfare cuts in budget
The Institute for Fiscal Studies delivers stark warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, stating benefit cuts cannot be ruled out in upcoming budget despite political risks.
IFS: Government has 'no credible' economic plan
The Institute for Fiscal Studies has launched a scathing critique of both Conservative and Labour economic policies, warning of 'unacknowledged trade-offs' and challenging Liz Kendall's welfare reform ambitions.
£23bn welfare cuts: New rules for benefits and Motability
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.
Tory minister suggests means-testing state pensions
A senior Conservative frontbencher has suggested implementing means-testing for state pensions, potentially stripping payments from older Britons with significant savings in a major welfare system shake-up.
Tory Conference Explodes Over Welfare and Immigration Clash
The Conservative Party conference descends into chaos as deep welfare cuts collide with controversial immigration policies, exposing major rifts within the party while Labour positions itself as the government-in-waiting.
Tory welfare shakeup: Disability benefits overhaul revealed
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride unveils controversial reforms targeting disability benefits and housing support at Conservative conference, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.
UK Plans £50bn Savings from Foreign Benefits Crackdown
The Conservative government announces sweeping welfare reforms targeting foreign nationals' benefits access, aiming to save taxpayers £50 billion while prioritising British workers and families.
School's e-pass toilet system sparks student fury
A secondary school in Bury faces backlash after implementing a digital pass system limiting students' toilet breaks, raising concerns about health and privacy.
Cousin marriage areas show higher benefit claims
Groundbreaking research exposes troubling correlation between consanguineous marriage prevalence and welfare dependency across UK communities, raising urgent questions about social policy.
School toilet refusal leaves teen humiliated in class
A teenage student's humiliating experience after being refused toilet access during class sparks national debate on school bathroom policies and student welfare in UK schools.
Australia's remote work-for-dole scheme faces Indigenous exodus
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's controversial remote employment program risks collapse as Indigenous participants abandon scheme in droves, raising urgent questions about welfare policy effectiveness.
Reeves: No Scrapping of Two-Child Benefit Cap Under Labour
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares Labour will not abolish the controversial two-child benefit limit or raise taxes in an emergency budget, signalling a major shift in fiscal policy.
DWP Plans Major Welfare Cuts to PIP and Universal Credit
Exclusive investigation reveals how proposed Department for Work and Pensions reforms to Personal Independence Payment assessments could dramatically reduce support for disabled claimants amid cost-of-living crisis.
BHA Launches Urgent Inquiry Into Trainer Over Horse Welfare
The British Horseracing Authority has opened a formal investigation into trainer Kitts Hillsin Barnes following grave concerns over the condition of horses at his yard, with one animal tragically euthanised.
Centrelink welfare payments to increase slightly from September
Over 4.7 million Australians receiving Centrelink support, including Age Pension and JobSeeker, will see a modest rise in their payments from 20 September 2025, following the latest CPI indexation.
Disability Benefit Surge: 100,000 New Claims After Labour Shift
Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic surge in disability benefit claimants after Labour's welfare capitulation. New figures show unprecedented growth in PIP claims, raising questions about policy sustainability and economic impact.
UK Scraps Two-Child Benefit Cap in Major Policy U-Turn
The UK government has abolished the controversial two-child benefit cap, a move hailed as a 'monumental step' that will lift thousands of children out of poverty and end years of financial hardship for struggling families.
SEND Reforms Risk Repeating Universal Credit Failures
A damning IFS report cautions that the government's planned special educational needs reforms risk mirroring the catastrophic rollout of Universal Credit, potentially leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
School's 'Squid Game' Singing Policy Sparks Outrage
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking disciplinary measures at a UK academy where tearful children face detention and public singing rituals compared to dystopian gameshow.
Judge Blocks Trump-Era Policy Forcing Migrant Kids to Share Beds
A landmark US court ruling has struck down a controversial Trump-era policy that allowed shelters to house migrant children in overcrowded conditions, including shared beds. The decision marks a major victory for child welfare advocates.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Fuels UK Child Poverty Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's two-child benefit cap has plunged 1.5 million children into poverty since 2015, with experts warning of irreversible damage to a generation's future.
Melbourne Cup Defending Champion Withdrawn in Welfare Shock
The 2025 Melbourne Cup faces a major upheaval as defending champion Ethical Diamond is withdrawn from the 'race that stops a nation', sparking a fierce debate on horse welfare and the future of global racing.
Kinnock urges Starmer to scrap two-child benefit cap
Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock calls on Keir Starmer to abolish the two-child benefit limit, citing its impact on child poverty. Will Labour take action?
Kinnock urges end to two-child benefit cap
Former Labour leader Neil Kinnock has called on the government to scrap the controversial two-child limit on benefits, arguing it pushes families into poverty. Read more on the growing backlash against the policy.
DWP faces scrutiny over benefit reforms
The Department for Work and Pensions faces mounting scrutiny as experts demand clarity on controversial benefit reforms. Here's what you need to know.
Tasmania to ban greyhound racing in political move
The Tasmanian Premier has vowed to end greyhound racing as part of efforts to win crossbench backing for his minority government, sparking debate over animal welfare and political strategy.
Starmer under fire over Labour's welfare cuts proposal
Labour leader Keir Starmer is under fire after reports suggest his party may consider welfare cuts, sparking outrage among MPs and activists.
10 Health Conditions Qualifying for £737 DWP Benefit
Discover the 10 health conditions that could make you eligible for a £737 monthly payment from the DWP. Learn how to apply and maximise your benefits.
Amsterdam’s floating steps for cats in canals
Amsterdam is considering installing floating steps along its canals to help cats climb out safely if they fall in, blending animal welfare with urban design.
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