Tearful woman confronts Jim Chalmers over economic hardship
An emotional confrontation unfolded as a tearful woman interrupted Treasurer Jim Chalmers' media briefing, delivering a raw account of financial struggle that left officials stunned.
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UK Economy Stagnates as Construction Output Plummets
Britain's economic recovery hits a wall as construction output plummets 1.9% in April, wiping out service sector gains and raising Budget concerns for the Chancellor.
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Q2 - Strongest Since 2021
Britain's economy delivered a powerful performance in Q2 2024, with GDP growing by 0.4% - the strongest quarterly expansion since late 2021. Services and production sectors lead the charge as the UK economy gains momentum.
Reeves urges Labour MPs: Focus on growth mission
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers powerful message to Labour MPs, demanding immediate focus on economic growth and fiscal discipline in government's first days.
Reeves Unveils Labour's Economic Revolution
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers landmark speech outlining Labour's radical economic overhaul, from housebuilding boom to planning system shake-up and North Sea oil confrontation.
Britain to be worst G7 economy in 2025, OECD warns
A damning OECD forecast predicts Britain will be the weakest economy among G7 nations next year, with growth projections slashed amid persistent inflation and political stagnation.
Global Economy Shows Surprising Resilience to Trump Tariffs
The OECD's latest economic outlook reveals a world economy weathering Trump's aggressive tariff strategy better than forecasted, with global growth holding steady at 3.1% despite trade tensions.
Game of Thrones star avoids driving ban after speeding offence
Game of Thrones actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, famous for playing Jaime Lannister, has been spared a driving ban after being caught speeding in his BMW. The star argued a ban would cause 'exceptional hardship' to his American wife who cannot drive in the UK
Treasury Responds to Missing £299 Cost of Living Payments
The Treasury has issued a statement addressing widespread complaints from vulnerable claimants who did not receive the latest £299 DWP Cost of Living payment, leaving many in severe financial distress.
Labour's Economic Challenge: Legacy Grim, But Hope Needed
The new Labour government inherits a dire economic legacy, but voters demand solutions, not excuses. Analysis of the fiscal challenges and the urgent need for a hopeful, forward-looking strategy.
Labour's wellbeing economic framework fails to deliver
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Haldane: Economic failure fuels far-right extremism
Former Bank of England chief economist warns that without inclusive growth policies, economic discontent could fuel far-right extremism in Britain's political landscape.
Bank CEO Warns of Appalachian Economic Disaster
Huntington Bancshares CEO Brad Smith sounds the alarm on the economic crisis unfolding in Appalachia, calling for urgent investment and national attention to reverse the region's decline.
UK Economy Stagnates: Reeves Faces Budget Crisis
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a major economic challenge as latest ONS figures show zero GDP growth in three months to August, putting Labour's ambitious investment plans at risk ahead of crucial Autumn Budget.
Argentina's Milei Faces Ultimate Election Test Over Radical Reforms
President Javier Milei's controversial austerity programme and radical economic reforms face a decisive verdict as Argentina heads to the polls. This analysis examines the high-stakes battle shaping the nation's future.
Half of US States on Brink of Recession, Analysis Reveals
A startling new economic analysis from Bloomberg Economics indicates that nearly half of all US states are either already in recession or teetering on the edge, signalling potential national economic turmoil ahead.
Teacher avoids ban after drink-driving conviction
A primary school teacher from the West Midlands avoided a driving ban after being caught drink-driving, with the court accepting her 'exceptional hardship' plea to keep her job.
Australian Household Spending Surge Defies Economic Gloom
New data reveals Australian households are spending more than expected, providing a crucial boost to the nation's economy and helping to counter weak growth in other sectors.
Bank forgives £1m debt for terminally ill cancer patient
Bank of Scotland clears £1,000,000 debt for terminally ill cancer patient Ian Pritchard after his emotional appeal went viral. Discover how this act of compassion brought relief to a family facing unimaginable hardship.
Rachel Reeves' make-or-break moment on UK economy
Exclusive analysis reveals the immense pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she faces a critical turning point. With economic stagnation and public patience wearing thin, her upcoming fiscal statement could define this government's legacy. Will she sei
UK faces £71bn fiscal black hole as policies fail, NIESR warns
The National Institute of Economic and Social Research issues a stark warning that UK government policies are failing, creating a £71bn fiscal black hole and risking a 'vicious cycle' of stagnation. Expert analysis reveals the critical challenges facing t
Unseen Photos of Black Britain's Great Depression
A powerful new photographic archive surfaces, casting light on the resilience and overlooked narratives of Black communities across the UK during the 1930s economic collapse.
Census Data Exposes England's Deep North-South Financial Divide
Exclusive analysis of the 2021 census by Northumbria University exposes a stark financial divide in England and Wales, with soaring energy bills and widespread economic hardship.
Girl, 11, sells toys to feed family in cost-of-living crisis
An 11-year-old girl from Telford is forced to sell her childhood toys to help her struggling family buy food, as the UK's cost-of-living crisis pushes households to breaking point.
Australia's Economic Blind Spot: Women Key to Growth
Exclusive insights from Australia's Economic Reform Roundtable reveal how sidelining women's economic participation is costing the nation billions. Discover the urgent call for a gender-inclusive productivity revolution.
WASPI Women: 'We Feel Totally Abandoned' Over Pensions
Millions of WASPI women demand justice as they face financial ruin due to state pension age changes. Exclusive interviews reveal heartbreaking stories of retirement dreams shattered.
Mortgage Nightmare After Bank's System Error Empties Account
Exclusive: A UK homeowner reveals how a devastating banking glitch left him unable to pay his mortgage, pushing him to the brink of financial ruin and highlighting a growing crisis in customer service failures.
Labour's blueprint for UK economic revival revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's five-pillar strategy to rebuild Britain's economic foundations, boost productivity, and deliver sustainable growth after years of stagnation.
Parents skip meals to afford school uniforms
A new survey highlights the financial strain on families in England as parents sacrifice meals to pay for school uniforms. Experts warn of a growing crisis in education affordability.
Labour's economic legacy for Australia
Exploring Labour's economic policies and their potential long-term impact on Australia's financial landscape.
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