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NSW fast-track laws may bypass environmental checks

Controversial new planning laws in New South Wales could allow mines and other major developments to proceed without comprehensive environmental assessments, raising alarm among conservation groups.

Labour plans radical education system overhaul

Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils Labour's ambitious plan to overhaul school curriculum, assessment methods, and classroom technology in preparation for government.

10 Urgent HMRC Tax Warnings for UK Taxpayers

UK taxpayers are being alerted to ten critical HMRC deadlines and pitfalls that could lead to hefty fines. From Child Benefit to side hustles, ensure you're compliant.

UK's Unpaid Carers Denied Vital Support in Postcode Lottery

Exclusive: A damning new report reveals a 'devastating postcode lottery' is failing the UK's 5.4 million unpaid carers, leaving them isolated and without vital respite. Discover the human cost of the crumbling social care system.

DWP's New 'Light Touch' PIP Reviews Explained

Exclusive: The DWP is quietly changing how it handles PIP reviews for certain claimants. Discover if you qualify for the new 'light touch' assessment process and what it means for your payments.

DWP PIP Changes: New Rules for Disability Benefits

Major changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system are coming. This guide explains the new assessment rules, what they mean for current and future claimants, and how your payments could be affected.

Sewage Sleuths Expose Toxic Truth About UK River Crisis

An explosive investigation by determined citizen scientists reveals how systemic sewage dumping by water companies is causing the slow, dirty death of rivers across England and Wales, with regulators accused of turning a blind eye.

DWP Fast-Tracks 178 Health Conditions for PIP Benefits

In a landmark move, the DWP has overhauled the Personal Independence Payment system, adding 178 health conditions to a fast-tracked 'light touch' review list. This major reform promises to slash waiting times and reduce assessment burdens for thousands of

Sister's suicide after benefits cut left her with 7p

The sister of a disabled woman who died by suicide reveals how the DWP's Universal Credit system and a brutal benefits assessment left her sibling destitute and despairing, with just pennies to her name.

Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals

A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.

HMRC's urgent side hustle tax warning for Brits

HM Revenue & Customs issues a critical alert to millions of Britons with side incomes, warning of penalties up to 100% of owed tax for undisclosed earnings. Learn what you must report and how to avoid fines.

HMRC's urgent side hustle tax warning for millions

HMRC experts issue a stern warning to Brits with side incomes. New data-sharing powers mean the taxman is closing in on undeclared earnings from eBay, Etsy, Vinted, and Uber. Act now to avoid hefty fines.

Carers denied £1000s due to flawed benefit assessments

Thousands of UK carers with health conditions are being unfairly denied crucial benefits due to a 'deeply flawed' DWP assessment system, a damning new report reveals. Many are missing out on vital financial support they are legally entitled to.

Female Prisoners at Risk from Violent Trans Inmates

Exclusive: Disturbing reports emerge from UK prisons as female inmates face safety threats from violent transgender offenders housed in women's facilities. Whistleblowers reveal a systemic failure in risk assessment, sparking a national debate on prison p

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