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NDIS rule changes put disabled lives at risk

Exclusive: A Queensland man who survived a catastrophic diving accident faces uncertainty as new NDIS assessment rules could strip away the essential care keeping him alive.

Scotland disability claims double under SNP

Shocking new figures reveal disability benefit claims in Scotland have skyrocketed by 100% since the SNP took power, raising serious questions about healthcare policies and economic impact.

21 UK Govt Schemes to Cut Home Energy Bills

Discover the full list of UK government grants and schemes available in 2024 to help homeowners improve energy efficiency, cut costs, and increase property value.

NDIS Boss Quits After Taxpayer-Funded Stripper Scandal

The senior executive tasked with safeguarding Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme has resigned in disgrace after a bombshell investigation revealed he expensed sex workers, alcohol, and luxury gifts to taxpayers.

DWP PIP Reforms: Millions Face Benefit Cuts

Exclusive: Major reforms to Personal Independence Payment could see disabled claimants reassessed under stricter criteria as DWP considers replacing PIP with vouchers and one-off grants.

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.

Pret Scraps Free Coffee Loyalty Scheme, Sparks Customer Fury

Pret A Manger has sparked customer outrage by abruptly cancelling its popular 'Meal Deal' loyalty scheme, which offered a free hot drink after every five purchases. The move has been met with widespread disappointment from its dedicated customer base.

Scottish Highlands' new 'tourist tax' for NC500 drivers

A controversial new charge for tourist drivers on single-track roads in the Scottish Highlands has been introduced. Dubbed a 'tourist tax', the 'Safe Parking Scheme' aims to tackle congestion and support local communities, but has sparked a heated debate

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.

Emmitt Smith Sues Over Alleged $3.1M Ponzi Scheme

NFL Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith files lawsuit against financial advisor Johnny Wimbrey, alleging a sophisticated Ponzi scheme that cost him millions. Exclusive details on the case shaking the sports world.

Labour to Scrap Rwanda Scheme, Unveils New Immigration Plan

Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils Labour's comprehensive plan to tackle illegal immigration, including scrapping the costly Rwanda scheme, establishing a new returns unit, and strengthening border security to clear the asylum backlog.

Australia's Radical 2% Deposit Home Scheme Launches

Australia launches a radical £1.2 billion housing initiative, enabling first-time buyers to purchase with just a 2% deposit. But will this ambitious scheme cool the market or fuel a price surge? Exclusive analysis inside.

Labour's Small Boats Plan Torn Apart By Experts

Labour's flagship plan to tackle the small boats crisis by scrapping the Rwanda scheme and fast-tracking asylum claims has been branded 'dangerously naive' by experts, who warn it would create a 'pull factor' and overwhelm the system.

Gov't-Backed 6% Savings Rate Beats High Street Banks

Exclusive: A new government initiative is offering a market-leading 6% interest rate on savings, providing a major boost for savers across England and Northern Ireland amidst the cost-of-living crisis.

Waitrose Offers Free Hot Drinks Without Needing to Shop

In a major shift, Waitrose is overhauling its MyWaitrose loyalty programme, ditching the requirement to make a purchase for members to claim their free hot drink. The popular perk is now simpler to access than ever before.

Govt backs secret phones for domestic abuse victims

Ministers are backing a groundbreaking national scheme to provide domestic abuse survivors with covert 'second phones' pre-loaded with emergency support, aiming to protect them from tech-savvy abusers.

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