Fare dodgers cost TfL £130m annually on Tube
Fare evasion costs London's transport network £130m a year. Discover the political crackdown and new barrier plans to tackle the issue. Read the full story.
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Budget crackdown on dodgy vape shops and candy stores
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning a Budget crackdown on rogue high street businesses like vape shops and barbers to revive town centres. Discover the new strategy.
David Lammy Faces Paris Taxi Fare Dispute Controversy
Foreign Secretary David Lammy becomes embroiled in heated exchange with Paris taxi driver over disputed fare, with video footage sparking political controversy during diplomatic visit.
Taxi driver cleared in wheelchair fare theft case
A taxi driver has been found not guilty of theft after a dispute over a £20 wheelchair fare escalated into a criminal case, with the court ruling no dishonesty was involved.
Starmer investigated over train ticket dispute
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer finds himself at the centre of a British Transport Police investigation after allegedly failing to pay for his train ticket during a journey from London to Newcastle.
Reeves declares war on wealthy tax dodgers
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to target Britain's wealthiest tax evaders in radical HMRC overhaul, promising to recover £700m for public services while ruling out wealth tax for those paying their fair share.
Sudanese migrant who attacked station guards spared jail
A 30-year-old Sudanese migrant who launched a brutal assault on two security guards at a train station after being caught jumping barriers has walked free from court with a suspended sentence, sparking outrage.
Elderly woman beaten unconscious in Amsterdam metro attack
Shocking CCTV footage captures the moment an 82-year-old grandmother is violently assaulted after challenging a fare dodger at Amsterdam metro station. The elderly victim remains hospitalised with serious injuries.
India Defies West, Buys Record Russian Oil Despite Warnings
India continues purchasing Russian oil at record levels, ignoring pressure from Donald Trump and Western allies while securing major economic benefits for its growing economy.
Fare dodgers cost South Western Railway millions
Exclusive investigation reveals how fare evasion is creating a financial crisis for South Western Railway, with millions lost annually and honest passengers potentially facing higher fares as a result.
BBC Chief Demands Tougher TV Licence Enforcement
BBC Director-General Tim Davie takes a hardline stance on TV licence enforcement, warning that the current system needs tougher measures to tackle evasion as public trust in the broadcaster faces unprecedented challenges.
Reeves: Wealthy must pay fair tax share
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Labour's bold plan to crack down on wealthy tax avoiders and close loopholes costing Britain billions. Exclusive interview reveals tough new stance on tax fairness.
Politician caught skipping bus fare despite free transit push
New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani faces backlash after video emerges showing him boarding a bus without paying, despite advocating for fare-free public transport.
UK student joins Russian army to avoid drug charges
Astonishing story of a UK university student who allegedly fled to Russia and enlisted in their military forces to escape serious drug-related charges back home, as his desperate mother speaks out.
NYC Subway Guard Killed in Fare Evasion Confrontation
A 47-year-old security guard has died after a brutal subway beating during a fare evasion dispute, raising serious concerns about public transport safety in NYC.
Police officer guilty of assault on teen fare dodger
A Metropolitan Police constable has been convicted of assault after being caught on CCTV grabbing a teenage fare dodger by the throat and placing him in a headlock at Stratford Station.
NYPD remove children from subway in fare evasion operation
Shocking incident as NYPD officers forcibly remove young children from subway carriage during fare evasion crackdown, sparking public outrage and MTA response.
14 Fare Dodgers Storm London Tube Barriers in Shocking Raid
Exclusive footage reveals a mob of 14 fare evaders brazenly pushing past ticket barriers at a busy London Underground station, while Transport for London staff appear powerless to intervene, raising serious concerns about revenue loss and passenger safety
Farmer jailed for £1.2m HMRC tax fraud conspiracy
A Norfolk farmer has been sentenced to prison after orchestrating an elaborate £1.2 million VAT fraud scheme, submitting false invoices for non-existent farming services to HMRC.
Sydney's Fare Evasion Crisis: Australia's Worst Rates Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals Sydney leads Australia in public transport fare evasion. Discover the startling data and what solutions could curb the growing trend.
What If Politicians Actually Answered The Question?
A radical thought experiment imagines a political landscape where evasion is replaced by direct answers. Discover the transformative potential of truth-telling in Westminster and how it could reshape public trust, policy, and democracy itself.
Tim Jeffries: Britain's 'Eligible' Bachelor Pursued by Taxman
The tumultuous life of Tim Jeffries, once dubbed Britain's most eligible man, is unravelling. From high-profile romances with Kylie Minogue and Prince Andrew's ex to a dramatic fall from grace with HMRC, we investigate the man behind the headlines.
ULEZ evaders owe £230m in unpaid fines to TFL
Transport for London faces a massive £230 million in unpaid ULEZ fines as non-payers exploit legal loopholes. Discover the enforcement crisis and new measures to recover debts.
Paralegal's £5.6m property empire on a £60k salary exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how a young Sydney paralegal on a modest salary allegedly built a multi-million pound property portfolio through undisclosed loans and creative financing, dodging stamp duty and raising serious money laundering concerns.
Fare Dodgers' Top Excuse: 'My Phone Was Dead'
Transport for London exposes the most outrageous excuses used by fare evaders, with the 'dead phone' defence topping the list. Discover how thousands are attempting to dodge fines and the new tactics deployed to stop them.
Nepal Police Raid Google Office in Tax Probe
Nepalese authorities launch a surprise inspection at Google's local office in Kathmandu, investigating allegations of significant tax evasion and illegal business operations.
TfL's secret 'little passengers' policy on London Underground
Exclusive: Transport for London's unwritten policy allows young children travelling with adults to ride the Tube for free, even if they're technically above the fare-paying age, in a rare display of flexibility.
Rayner's Home Vandalised with 'Tax Evader' Graffiti
Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner's new coastal property targeted in appalling vandalism attack as police investigate. Sir Keir Starmer condemns the incident amid ongoing scrutiny over her tax affairs.
Law student fined £12k for elaborate train fare dodging scheme
A University of Law student from Clapham Junction faces a staggering £12,000 court bill after being caught in a sophisticated fare evasion scheme. Discover how ticket inspectors uncovered this elaborate fraud.
Psy Faces £7.8M Tax Evasion Scandal
K-pop sensation Psy, famed for 'Gangnam Style', is embroiled in a major tax evasion investigation by South Korean authorities, facing a staggering £7.8 million bill amid allegations of undeclared overseas income.
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