Starmer: Tories may 'max out credit card' before election
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer accuses Conservatives of planning irresponsible pre-election spending that could cripple the next government, as he outlines his party's economic priorities.
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NHS and Police spend £70M on diversity officers
Exclusive investigation uncovers massive taxpayer spending on equality and diversity officers across public services while frontline services face cutbacks.
The False Economy of Public Service Cuts
New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.
Katie Price told to slash lavish spending after bankruptcy
Former glamour model Katie Price has been ordered by a court to dramatically reduce her extravagant lifestyle expenses as she continues her bankruptcy journey, with strict spending limits imposed on everything from holidays to beauty treatments.
Millions of Brits Too Scared to Enjoy Outdoors Due to Costs
Shocking new research shows the UK's cost-of-living crisis is forcing families to cancel summer plans, with millions too worried about finances to enjoy simple outdoor pleasures.
Stacey Solomon's lavish birthday decor divides fans
Loose Women star Stacey Solomon divides followers with extravagant 'Tap to Tidy' themed birthday decorations at Pickle Cottage, prompting discussions about parenting and privilege.
BBC spends £4k of licence fee cash on 'behaviour' mugs
The BBC is under fire after it was revealed the corporation spent thousands of pounds of licence fee money on branded mugs urging staff to 'call out bad behaviour', sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Roberta Williams' £1,500 Tooth Fairy Gift Causes Controversy
Underworld royalty Roberta Williams sparks controversy after gifting her grandson an extraordinary £1,500 for a single tooth, redefining tooth fairy traditions and sparking social media debate.
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.
Liverpool's £1.5m Sydney-Style Roundabout Sparks Fury
Liverpool City Council faces intense backlash after spending £1.5 million on a controversial 'Sydney-style' roundabout redesign that locals brand a 'disgraceful waste' of public funds amidst severe service cuts.
Trump Warns UK Faces Defeat in Major War Without US
Ex-President Donald Trump delivers a stark warning to the UK, claiming the nation would be defenceless in a major conflict without American backing. His comments come amid ongoing debates about European defence spending.
Brits slash restaurant spending amid cost of living crisis
Faced with skyrocketing costs of eating out, a new wave of savvy consumers is adopting clever strategies to enjoy restaurant-quality meals without breaking the bank. Discover the money-saving hacks revolutionising how we dine.
UK's Favourite Holiday Spot & Spending Habits Revealed
New data reveals where UK tourists are flocking to and how much they're spending, with Spain remaining the firm favourite for summer getaways.
UK Food Inflation Crashes to 18-Month Low
In a major relief for households, UK food inflation has dropped to its lowest level since January 2023. We break down which grocery prices are falling fastest and what it means for your weekly shop.
2008 Recession-Era Restaurant Deals Make Worrying Comeback
Iconic money-saving deals from the 2008 financial crash, like 'Gourmet Burger Kitchen's' 'Two for Ten' and 'Strada's' £5 pizza, are reappearing on high streets. Economists warn this trend is a classic harbinger of an economic downturn as consumers tighten
UK Retail Sales Crash Amid Soaring Inflation
New data reveals a sharp decline in UK retail sales, with like-for-like growth turning negative. Soaring food inflation and the cost-of-living crisis are forcing consumers to cut back severely on non-essential spending.
NHS spends £6.9m on spin doctors during GP crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
Freshers Splurge £10k on 'Insane' Dorm Makeovers
A new trend sees British university freshmen spending thousands on luxury dorm room transformations, from custom furniture to high-end tech, sparking debates on student spending and social media influence.
Rat Infestation Costs Scots Police £500k
Police Scotland faces a growing rodent infestation crisis, diverting half a million pounds from its strained budget to emergency pest control services in stations and fleet vehicles.
Labour reveals £8.2m daily cost of asylum seeker hotels
Exclusive investigation reveals the full scale of UK asylum seeker hotel use under the Conservatives. Discover which towns are housing migrants and the staggering £8.2m daily cost to taxpayers.
Trump's National Guard Deployments Cost $1.5 Billion
Exclusive analysis uncovers the enormous financial burden of Donald Trump's extensive National Guard mobilisations during his presidency, with costs soaring into billions.
Kristi Noem Accused of Delaying Homeland Security Funds
Exclusive: South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is under fire after a federal report accused her office of deliberately delaying sign-off on millions in Homeland Security funds, impacting local law enforcement and emergency services.
London's Savoy Serves £1,990 Gold Leaf French Toast
The Savoy Hotel in London has created the world's most expensive French toast, featuring gold leaf, caviar, and vintage champagne, retailing at a staggering £1,990.
Trump's DC Hotel Grass Scandal: Taxpayer-Funded Turf
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's Washington DC hotel charged the government exorbitant fees for grass installation during his presidency, raising serious ethical concerns.
Pensioners injured on 'ski slope' paving after £1.3m council revamp
Multiple pensioners have been injured on a dangerously steep paved area in a British market town, following a controversial £1.3 million renovation by the local council that residents are branding a 'complete waste of money'.
Treasury's Fiscal Rules Become Dangerous Growth Bottleneck
Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's rigid fiscal framework, designed for stability, is now actively hindering economic recovery, suppressing growth, and exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis. Experts warn the Treasury's orthodoxy is no longer fit for
UK 'Not Ready for War' with Russia, Warns Shapps
Exclusive: Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivers a stark warning that Britain's military resilience is dangerously low, lacking the 'whole-of-nation' readiness needed to counter a potential Russian threat. A new review calls for urgent, sweeping reforms
UK's £8.2m Daily Asylum Hotel Bill Amid Far-Right Protests
Exclusive investigation reveals the UK government is spending a staggering £8.2 million per day housing asylum seekers in hotels, as far-right protests target accommodation sites across the country. The Independent's analysis uncovers the true cost of the
Labour Forces Release of Secret UK Asylum Hotel Map
Exclusive: Labour forces government to reveal secret data mapping the staggering scale of asylum seeker hotel use across Britain, costing taxpayers millions daily and sparking a major political row.
UK Food Prices See Sharpest Annual Fall on Record
In a dramatic shift for household budgets, UK shop food prices have fallen by 2.4% in the year to June, marking the most significant drop since the Office for National Statistics began tracking the data in 2005.
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