Young Senator's Student Debt Cut Sparks Backlash
Australia's youngest senator, on a salary of nearly £125,000, faces criticism for celebrating a 20% student debt cut. Critics call the policy unfair, benefiting high earners most.
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Amputee cricketer told to repay £36k benefits
Shaun Rigby, a one-legged father who played cricket with a runner, must repay £36,000 after the DWP ruled his 'daily needs' didn't require enhanced PIP. Discover his story and the tribunal's decision.
Winter Fuel Payment: 4 Reasons for Repayment
Millions of UK pensioners are receiving Winter Fuel Payments, but some must repay. Learn the 4 key reasons, including the £35,000 income rule. Check your eligibility now!
Gen Z Debt: 27% Default, Risking Mortgages
Over a quarter of UK Gen Z have defaulted on debt. Learn what a default means, its serious consequences for your credit file, and how to avoid one to protect your financial future.
Women hit harder by public debt in Scotland
New research reveals women in Scotland are disproportionately driven into poverty by public debt collection. A wake-up call for policymakers to reform harsh recovery methods.
Pensioners over £35k face Winter Fuel Payment clawback
HMRC will contact pensioners earning over £35,000 to repay Winter Fuel Payments. Repayments start April 2026. Learn about eligibility and scam warnings.
Bank of England Warns of Growing Consumer Debt Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals millions of Britons are struggling with bills and loan repayments as the Bank of England sounds alarm over growing consumer debt crisis.
Illinois wipes out $1bn medical debt for 300,000 residents
Governor JB Pritzker announces revolutionary $10 million medical debt relief programme, set to eliminate bills for nearly 300,000 Illinois residents in one of America's most ambitious healthcare reforms.
Pensioners Face Winter Fuel Payment Repayment Shock
Exclusive: Up to 500,000 elderly Brits who received Winter Fuel Payments may be forced to repay hundreds of pounds after being deemed ineligible. Discover if you're affected and what to do next.
195,000 households get energy debts wiped clean
Major energy debt relief announced as regulator clears £25 million in outstanding bills for vulnerable households across Great Britain. Find out if you're eligible for this financial lifeline.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
DWP Warning: Benefit Overpayments System Error
The Department for Work and Pensions alerts benefit claimants about potential overpayments due to system errors - here's what you need to know and do next.
Trump's $7.8 Trillion Debt Bomb Exposes GOP Hypocrisy
Exclusive analysis reveals stunning Republican U-turn on fiscal responsibility as Trump-era policies and pandemic spending drive US debt to unprecedented levels, creating a political minefield for the GOP.
US per capita debt surpasses Greece and Italy
Stunning analysis reveals the average American carries more government debt than citizens of European nations notorious for fiscal crises. Discover what this means for global markets.
ATO enlists debt collectors for tax recovery
The Australian Taxation Office has escalated its debt recovery efforts by hiring private debt collectors to pursue billions in outstanding taxes. Learn how this affects taxpayers and what you need to know.
US National Debt Crisis Accelerates at Record Pace
The United States national debt has surged past a terrifying milestone, growing at its fastest pace in history. Experts warn this unprecedented acceleration threatens global economic stability.
Barcelona's £138m Debt Crisis Exposed in Documents
Shocking financial documents expose Barcelona's £138 million debt turmoil as club faces mounting pressure despite recent cost-cutting measures and player sales.
Global South Debt Crisis: Western Inaction Strangling Nations
Exclusive analysis reveals how mounting debt payments are crippling Global South economies while wealthy nations delay meaningful action. Discover the human cost and potential solutions.
Bailiffs visit one UK home every 59 seconds
Shocking new data reveals bailiffs are visiting UK households at unprecedented rates as families struggle with mounting debt and rising living costs.
HMRC gains power to seize money from bank accounts
HM Revenue & Customs gains controversial authority to recover tax debts directly from personal bank accounts without court orders, raising privacy and fairness concerns across Britain.
Tory Lords block Labour's DWP deductions scrap bid
Conservative peers defeat Labour motion to abolish DWP's 'maximum deduction rate' that leaves thousands of claimants with just £15 per week after debt repayments.
Global Debt to Hit 100% of GDP by 2029 - IMF
The International Monetary Fund issues stark warning as global government debt is projected to reach 100% of GDP within five years, with the UK facing particularly challenging economic headwinds.
Dalio: US Debt Crisis Could Spark Internal Conflict
Bridgewater founder sounds alarm over America's unsustainable debt levels, drawing parallels to historical periods of great internal conflict
HMRC to reclaim £300M from 1.5M UK taxpayers
HMRC is launching a massive tax recovery operation targeting 1.5 million Brits for overpaid pandemic support. Discover if you're on the list and what you can do.
ATO chases decades-old tax debts from Australians
The Australian Taxation Office is aggressively pursuing taxpayers for debts dating back 20+ years, using new powers to recover money many believed was written off. Thousands face unexpected financial shocks.
HMRC: Check Now for £100+ Tax Refunds
HMRC urges employees to check if they've overpaid tax through emergency tax codes. Many workers could be due refunds of £100 or more. Here's how to claim your money back.
HMRC's 'Breathing Space' for 1.4M in Tax Debt
Exclusive: HMRC launches a major new initiative to help over a million individuals and businesses struggling with tax bills, offering flexible payment plans and pausing debt collection.
Michigan demands unemployment money back after its own error
Thousands of Michigan residents are being forced to repay unemployment benefits after a state agency error. Discover the full story behind the administrative blunder causing financial distress.
UK Car Debt Crisis Echoes 2008 Financial Shock
Exclusive analysis reveals British drivers are buckling under a record £70 billion car finance burden, with soaring defaults threatening a 'Great Recession' style economic tremor. Discover the ticking time bomb in the UK's auto loan market.
Australia's £50BN Debt Interest Time Bomb
Australia is facing a severe fiscal crisis as interest payments on its national debt are projected to skyrocket, consuming an ever-larger portion of the federal budget and threatening future economic stability.
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