Government diverts £25m charity cash to education budget
Ministers face fury after quietly diverting £25m from the Dormant Assets scheme, earmarked for youth and community projects, into Department for Education coffers.
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ANZ and NAB Slash Hundreds of UK Banking Jobs in Major Restructure
Exclusive: Two of Britain's leading banks, ANZ and National Australia Bank, announce significant job cuts as part of a major operational restructuring, affecting hundreds of UK banking staff.
MPs Poised for Inflation-Busting £7,000 Pay Rise
British MPs are in line for a significant £7,000 pay increase, lifting their salaries to over £91,000, as recommended by the independent watchdog IPSA. This inflation-linked rise comes amidst a backdrop of sluggish wage growth and widespread industrial di
Anglo American's £1.5bn Teck Bid May Spark Bidding War
Anglo American's bold £1.5bn bid for Teck Resources' coal assets signals major restructuring but may invite rival offers in heated mining sector consolidation.
Wes Streeting: NHS is 'broken', needs private sector help
New Health Secretary Wes Streeting delivers a bombshell diagnosis of the NHS as 'broken' and announces a controversial new strategy to use private sector capacity to tackle the elective care backlog, signalling a major shift in healthcare policy.
Nottingham girl raises thousands for Children in Need
Inspiring Nottingham schoolgirl Paige raises thousands for BBC Children in Need through her remarkable charity efforts, supporting vulnerable children across the UK.
BlackRock's £2.1bn Aletto Power Acquisition Finalised
Investment titan BlackRock secures a landmark $2.6 billion deal to acquire Minnesota Power's parent company, Aletto. This strategic move signals a major shift in energy sector ownership and raises pivotal questions about renewable investment and market co
£2.49 charity shop vase valued at £2,500 by experts
A savvy shopper discovered a rare Chinese porcelain vase worth thousands in a British charity shop for just £2.49, leaving antiques specialists astonished by the remarkable find.
Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'
Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.
Pub Saviour: How One Landlord Beat the Hospitality Crisis
A struggling pub landlord reveals the simple yet brilliant strategy that rescued his business from the brink of closure, offering hope to the UK's embattled hospitality sector amidst soaring costs.
Wells Fargo shares plunge 9% after regulatory rejection
Exclusive: Wells Fargo faces major setback as US regulators reject its resolution plan, triggering a 9% stock plunge and raising concerns over the bank's crisis management capabilities.
ConocoPhillips Axes 25% of UK Oil Workforce
US oil giant ConocoPhillips has announced deep cuts to its British operations, slashing a quarter of its UK workforce. The move signals a major shift in the North Sea energy landscape and raises concerns about the future of the region's oil industry.
Alligator Alcatraz: London's Quirky Cocktail Bar Closes
London's iconic reptile-themed cocktail bar, Alligator Alcatraz, has served its last drink. Discover the reasons behind the sudden closure of this beloved Soho nightlife spot.
Lloyds warns 3000 staff: Improve performance or face sack
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group has issued formal warnings to 3000 employees, stating they face dismissal unless performance improves significantly, in one of the UK's largest workforce restructuring moves.
Hilton Plans New Cambridgeshire Hotel & Spa with 70 Jobs
Global hospitality giant Hilton announces plans for a new 150-room hotel and luxury spa in Cambridgeshire, creating 70 new jobs and boosting the local economy.
Wes Streeting: 'The NHS is broken' and needs major surgery
In a bombshell interview, Labour's Wes Streeting declares the NHS 'broken' and vows to confront tough truths, including the need for private sector help and a crackdown on 'sick note culture', to save the cherished institution.
Emmerdale's Emma Atkins Reveals Charity Shop Wardrobe Secret
Emmerdale legend Emma Atkins, who plays Charity Dingle, shares her unique and heartwarming method for sourcing her character's iconic wardrobe, all for a great cause.
Target warehouse staff demand pay rise in walk-out protest
Exclusive: Warehouse operatives at a major Target distribution hub are demanding higher pay, staging a unique 'walk to the entrance' protest. The action highlights the growing tension between big-box retailers and their logistics workforce amidst the cost
Energy tycoon flees mansion as oil firm collapses in debt
Exclusive investigation reveals how oil magnate Andrew Perchard abandoned his multi-million-pound Surrey estate, leaving creditors owed millions as his firm, APEC Energy, entered administration.
SNP's £150k 'Work From Home' Fat-Cat Sparks Fury
Exclusive: A senior Scottish Government official is under fire for a £150,000 salary and a generous hybrid working arrangement, sparking accusations of hypocrisy and 'fat-cat' culture within the SNP administration.
UK Business Confidence Hits 18-Month High Amid Economic Recovery
New CBI survey reveals strongest UK business optimism since early 2024, with manufacturing and services sectors leading growth. Inflation expectations ease as Bank of England faces policy dilemma.
UK Gov Mandates Immediate Data Breach Reporting for Ministers
Exclusive: The UK government unveils stringent new data breach protocols for ministers and officials, mandating immediate reporting and transparency in a major cybersecurity overhaul.
Border Patrol Arrests Elite Washington Firefighters
Exclusive: US Border Patrol agents have detained multiple firefighters from an elite Washington State crew, throwing critical wildfire operations into chaos and sparking a major political row over immigration enforcement priorities.
Van Gogh Museum Closes Amid Amsterdam Staffing Crisis
Amsterdam's world-renowned Van Gogh Museum is closing its doors temporarily due to a critical shortage of security personnel, highlighting a growing crisis in the Dutch tourism and cultural sector.
Six genius hacks for charity shop treasure hunters
A savvy charity shopper reveals six expert secrets to finding incredible designer items and valuable collectables in your local charity shops. Learn how to spot hidden gems and transform your shopping habits.
ANZ Bank sacks CEO Nuno Matos in governance scandal
ANZ Bank has abruptly terminated CEO Nuno Matos following an internal investigation into cultural and governance concerns, sending shockwaves through the banking sector.
£2 charity shop handbag contains £2000 hidden cash
A savvy shopper's incredible charity shop find in Bournemouth turned a £2 purchase into a life-changing £2000 windfall after discovering a hidden fortune stashed inside the bag.
Church of England Faces Charity Commission Financial Inquiry
The Charity Commission has launched a formal investigation into the Church of England's financial governance following a Channel 4 News exposé, raising serious questions about fund management and safeguarding.
UK Services Confidence Slumps on Costs and Weak Demand
New data reveals a sharp decline in optimism across Britain's vital services sector, driven by mounting cost pressures and subdued consumer demand, raising concerns for the economic outlook.
Government raids NHS budget to cover strike costs
Exclusive: Ministers face backlash after diverting £1.1 billion from NHS England's capital budget to cover public sector pay deals, risking long-term health service modernisation.
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