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Labour faces internal fury over secretive FOI plans

The Australian Labor government is confronting a significant internal and cross-party backlash over proposed legislation that critics argue would severely restrict transparency and public access to government information.

Starmer Shakes Up Whitehall to Curb Treasury Power

Prime Minister Keir Starmer launches a radical restructuring of Number 10, aiming to decentralise power from the Treasury and reclaim control over domestic policy direction. The move signals a dramatic shift in how Downing Street operates.

UK Emergency Phone Alert Test This Sunday

This Sunday at 3pm, every mobile phone in the UK will receive a loud siren-like alert as part of a nationwide test of a new government emergency warning system. Find out why it's happening and what you need to do.

Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government

In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.

UK Emergency Alert: Nationwide Test Set for September 7

The UK government will conduct its first nationwide test of the new Emergency Alerts service on September 7th. The system will send a loud siren-like message to all compatible mobile phones to warn of life-threatening events like severe flooding or wildfi

UK Emergency Alert Test: This Sunday at 3PM

This Sunday at 3 PM, every mobile phone in the UK will sound a loud, siren-like alarm for ten seconds as the government tests its new nationwide emergency warning system. Here's what you need to know.

UK Emergency Alert Test: Your Phone Will Scream Sunday

The UK government will test its new emergency alert system this Sunday, sending a loud siren and message to every compatible mobile phone. Find out what to expect and why it's crucial for national safety.

Urgent Recall: Taylor Farms Salad Kit Over Allergy Risk

Shoppers across the UK are warned not to eat a specific Taylor Farms salad kit. The Honey Balsamic variety is being urgently recalled due to undeclared hazelnuts, posing a serious health risk to those with an allergy.

Taxpayer funds Swinney's stay at Trump Turnberry resort

Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney sparks outrage as it's revealed public funds were used for an official stay at Donald Trump's luxury Turnberry resort, raising serious questions about government spending and propriety.

UK Govt Issues RED Alert for Dangerous 36-Hour Heatwave

The UK Health Security Agency and Met Office have issued a joint red alert, warning of a severe 36-hour heatwave with potentially dangerous health impacts. Get the full forecast and essential safety advice.

Scottish Government warns of bankruptcy in financial crisis

Scotland faces an unprecedented financial emergency as ministers warn of potential 'bankruptcy' without urgent UK government intervention. Discover the implications for public services and the growing constitutional clash.

UK Health Alert: Toxic Saharan Dust Cloud Blankets Britain

Millions of Britons are being warned to stay indoors and keep windows closed as a massive plume of Saharan dust and high pollution levels create dangerous air quality across the UK. Experts issue critical health advice for vulnerable groups.

Reeves Poised to Overhaul Dreaded Council Tax

Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is on the verge of announcing the most significant local government finance reform in a generation, aiming to axe the widely criticised council tax and replace it with a fairer property levy. This seismic shift promises

Westminster in 'Rail Power Grab' Row with Scotland and Wales

The UK government faces a furious backlash from Scottish and Welsh ministers over its plans to centralise control of Great British Railways in Westminster, bypassing devolution settlements and sparking a major constitutional row.

Rural Taxpayers Subsidising Urban Areas, Report Finds

A damning new report reveals a 'postcode lottery' in public spending, showing rural communities in England are subsidising urban areas by billions despite facing higher council tax bills and inferior services.

Swinney defiant on legal battles with Westminster

John Swinney, Scotland's Deputy First Minister, declares the Scottish Government will not back down from legal challenges against Westminster, defending Holyrood's right to legislate despite potential multi-million pound court battles.

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