Minister's council tax error fuels Labour financial scrutiny
Defence Secretary John Healey underpaid £1500 in council tax due to Westminster Council error. Labour faces fresh scrutiny over ministers' financial affairs. Read the full details.
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Healey's council tax error causes Labour embarrassment
Defence Secretary John Healey faces questions after underpaying council tax on his Westminster second home due to an administrative error. The Labour minister has now paid the full £1,500 owed. Discover the full story.
Council's Kirkby road sign spelling blunder mocked
Knowsley Council faces embarrassment after installing road signs with 'Kirkby' misspelled multiple times, prompting local ridicule and demands for correction.
Australian students studied wrong Caesar in exam blunder
Thousands of Australian students faced the wrong Shakespeare text in their final English exam, raising serious questions about educational oversight and assessment integrity.
HMRC pauses child benefit crackdown after data error
A significant HMRC data error has resulted in 23,500 families being wrongly targeted in child benefit investigations, forcing the tax authority to pause its compliance campaign amid widespread concern.
The 1% Club issues on-air apology after technical fault
ITV's popular quiz show The 1% Club was forced to issue an on-air apology after a technical failure left viewers confused during Saturday night's broadcast. The incident occurred during a crucial question about a fictional company's profits.
BT engineer error causes false paedophile accusations
A catastrophic broadband installation error by a BT engineer led to three people being wrongly investigated for child sex offences after internet connections were accidentally crossed.
CDC hires scientists then fires them in system error
In a stunning bureaucratic failure, the Centers for Disease Control hired scientists only to immediately issue layoff notices due to a 'system error' - leaving careers in limbo and raising serious questions about government competence.
VAT error gives Reeves £3bn budget windfall
Chancellor Rachel Reeves discovers unexpected £3bn for autumn budget after officials correct significant VAT calculation error, providing relief amid spending pressures.
Tory conference chocolate bar misspells 'Britain'
The Conservative Party faces ridicule after unveiling a promotional chocolate bar at their Manchester conference featuring a glaring spelling mistake that misspells 'Britain' as 'Britian'.
Worker quits after stranger keeps his wrongly sent salary
A UK office worker accidentally transferred his entire salary to a stranger's account instead of his savings - then made a life-changing decision when the recipient refused to return the money.
State Pension Error: 500,000 Retirees May Be Owed Money
A massive DWP error could see thousands of pensioners, particularly married women and widows, due back payments of thousands of pounds. Here's how to check if you're affected.
TV Star Hugh Riminton's On-Air Slip Sparks AFL Fury
Veteran broadcaster Hugh Riminton faces intense scrutiny after a serious on-air mispronunciation during Channel Ten's AFL coverage of the Adelaide Crows vs. Collingwood Magpies match, forcing the network into a swift apology.
Rare 'Trailing T' 50p Coin Error Could Be Worth Over £100
A rare minting error on a 2016 50p coin has created a hidden treasure in your change. Discover the 'Trailing T' flaw that could make this common coin worth a small fortune to collectors.
Google billing error locks cancer research staff out of gym
A major billing error by Google led to the wrongful termination of The Institute of Cancer Research's corporate gym membership at PureGym Glasgow, barring vital staff from facilities.
Brit deported from Thailand over passport stamp error
A British tourist's dream holiday in Thailand turned into a deportation nightmare after a minor passport oversight led to his arrest and swift removal from the country.
"Pulled Muscle" Was Actually Deadly Sepsis: Mum's Warning
A mother's routine doctor's visit for a 'pulled muscle' turned into a life-threatening sepsis nightmare. Read her harrowing story and learn the crucial signs that everyone must know to avoid a similar misdiagnosis.
DWP pension error leaves retirees facing financial ruin
Exclusive investigation reveals a devastating DWP blunder has underpaid state pensions for decades, leaving vulnerable pensioners out of pocket by tens of thousands of pounds.
London Tube Station Mysteriously Vanishes from Google Maps
A central London Tube station has mysteriously disappeared from Google Maps, leaving commuters baffled and sparking conspiracy theories across the capital.
Aldi Apologises for Payroll Error Clawing Back Staff Wages
Aldi has issued a grovelling apology to its employees after a major payroll error led to the supermarket wrongfully clawing back wages from hundreds of staff members' accounts.
Emmerdale Fans Fume Over 'Ridiculous' Police Blunder
Fans of the ITV soap spot a major continuity error as Tom King's dramatic arrest unfolds, leaving them questioning the show's attention to detail.
NHS Surgeon Axed After Wrong Leg Amputation Horror
A senior NHS surgeon has been suspended following a catastrophic surgical error that led to the amputation of a patient's healthy leg. The devastating mistake occurred at a major UK hospital, raising serious questions about patient safety protocols.
Morrisons shopper finds just one mince pie in multipack box
A Morrisons customer was left stunned after discovering her box of mince pies intended for six contained just a single pastry. The supermarket has apologised and launched an investigation into the packaging error.
Brit's Turkey Holiday Nightmare After 7:30am Flight Booking Error
A British tourist's dream holiday to Turkey turned into a frantic nightmare after a catastrophic booking error saw her morning alarm coincide with her flight's departure time. Discover how a single-digit mistake led to a costly travel disaster.
Rare misprinted 20p coin could be worth £200
A rare 20p coin featuring a unique and subtle misprint from the Royal Mint is now highly sought after by collectors, with some versions selling for nearly £200 online. Discover how to spot this valuable error in your pocket change.
Mirror Corrects Erroneous Marc Citron Obituary
The Daily Mirror has published a prominent correction after its obituary for US music executive Marc Citron falsely stated he had worked with David Bowie.
Ted Lasso Fans Stunned By Major Finale Plot Hole
Eagle-eyed Ted Lasso viewers have uncovered a significant continuity error in the show's finale surrounding Keeley Jones's PR firm funding, leaving fans questioning the beloved series' attention to detail.
Webb Admits VAR Error Denied Chelsea Penalty vs Fulham
PGMOL chief Howard Webb has confirmed a significant VAR error occurred, wrongly denying Chelsea a first-half penalty in their recent Premier League clash against Fulham.
Howard Webb Confirms VAR Error in Chelsea vs Fulham Match
PGMOL chief Howard Webb has conceded a major VAR error, confirming Chelsea were wrongly denied a penalty during their Premier League match against Fulham. Exclusive details on the refereeing controversy.
Premier League admits TWO VAR errors in Chelsea vs Man Utd
The Premier League has been forced into a humiliating apology after two major VAR errors robbed Chelsea of clear penalties in their dramatic 4-3 defeat to Manchester United.
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