Britain faces a severe economic storm as government borrowing costs hit alarming highs, sparking fears of a fiscal crisis. Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting pressure amid market turmoil and Labour's internal reshuffle.
The Australian Labor government is confronting a significant internal and cross-party backlash over proposed legislation that critics argue would severely restrict transparency and public access to government information.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer launches a radical restructuring of Number 10, aiming to decentralise power from the Treasury and reclaim control over domestic policy direction. The move signals a dramatic shift in how Downing Street operates.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer appoints Darren Jones as Treasury Minister despite a series of early blunders, sparking concerns about media performance and economic competence.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer executes a major government reshuffle, appointing a new Chancellor to Number 10 and promoting key allies to strengthen his economic and policy agenda.
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
The Netherlands' ruling coalition government has collapsed following a bitter dispute over stringent new asylum and immigration policies, triggering a snap election and political crisis.
The Trump administration has directed federal agencies to dismantle and archive US government climate change websites, erasing vital public data on global warming, emissions, and clean energy in a sweeping online purge.
Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney sparks outrage as it's revealed public funds were used for an official stay at Donald Trump's luxury Turnberry resort, raising serious questions about government spending and propriety.
Greg Jackson, founder of Octopus Energy, takes on a pivotal Cabinet Office role to shape the UK's future energy strategy, leveraging his industry expertise to drive green policy and consumer-focused reforms.
Scotland faces an unprecedented financial emergency as ministers warn of potential 'bankruptcy' without urgent UK government intervention. Discover the implications for public services and the growing constitutional clash.
Senior government adviser Mike Richards resigns after controversy over undisclosed second job with South West Water, raising questions over conflicts of interest in Whitehall.
Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is on the verge of announcing the most significant local government finance reform in a generation, aiming to axe the widely criticised council tax and replace it with a fairer property levy. This seismic shift promises
The UK government faces a furious backlash from Scottish and Welsh ministers over its plans to centralise control of Great British Railways in Westminster, bypassing devolution settlements and sparking a major constitutional row.
A damning new report reveals a 'postcode lottery' in public spending, showing rural communities in England are subsidising urban areas by billions despite facing higher council tax bills and inferior services.
John Swinney, Scotland's Deputy First Minister, declares the Scottish Government will not back down from legal challenges against Westminster, defending Holyrood's right to legislate despite potential multi-million pound court battles.
The UK government threatens to withdraw £16m in funding from Rugby League unless key questions are addressed, raising concerns over the sport's future.
The Albanese government is under fire for spending taxpayer money on business-class flights for ministers, sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Former US President Donald Trump is embroiled in a bizarre $1 billion Amazon coupon scam, with fake websites exploiting his name to trick unsuspecting shoppers. Here's how the scheme unfolded.
Major UK adult websites will now require VPN users to verify their age, raising privacy concerns. Here’s how it affects you.
A brazen fraudster swindled the Northern Territory government out of millions in a sophisticated payroll scam. Here's how he did it and the shocking loopholes he exploited.
A recent survey by the Office for National Statistics shows a significant decline in public trust in the UK government. Experts weigh in on the causes and implications.
Westminster has intervened to approve funding for Aberdeen's green freeport, bypassing the Scottish Government's concerns over fair work conditions.
The UK government has announced plans to clear student loan debts for junior doctors, offering financial relief to those serving in the NHS. Find out how this bold move could transform the healthcare workforce.
Thousands of parents scramble to register for the government's expanded free childcare scheme, with demand soaring ahead of the April rollout.
A shocking breach reveals sensitive data on British special forces, MI6 operatives, and MPs was lost in an Afghan database leak. The government allegedly obtained a super-injunction to cover up the scandal.
A new government report warns that football agents could be exploited for money laundering, urging stricter regulations in the sport's financial dealings.
New polling data suggests Keir Starmer's Labour Party is gaining unprecedented public support, rivalling Harold Wilson's 1960s popularity. Could this signal a landslide victory in the next general election?
Labour leader Keir Starmer calls on the UK government to expedite the restoration of Northern Ireland's devolved government, highlighting concerns over delays affecting local governance.
Climate activists have plastered government buildings across the UK with satirical posters branding the country's environmental policies as 'very embarrassing' just days before the COP28 summit.