Government Approves Heathrow's £49bn Third Runway Plan
The government has approved Heathrow's £49bn expansion, including a third runway. The project promises 100,000+ jobs but faces fierce environmental opposition. Read the full details.
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Scotland to issue bonds after securing strong credit rating
First Minister John Swinney announces Scottish Government bonds to fund key infrastructure after securing AA credit rating from Moody's and S&P Global. A pivotal moment for Scotland's economy.
Newly Opened Bridge in China Collapses in Sichuan
A newly constructed bridge in China's Sichuan province collapsed just days after opening, with dramatic footage capturing the incident. Investigation launched into infrastructure safety.
Schools in Critical Funding Crisis, Warns Education Secretary
Bridget Phillipson reveals alarming state of school finances as Labour government inherits 'broken' education system, with urgent reforms planned to address crumbling infrastructure and teacher shortages.
Reeves slams Scottish Govt over A9 VAT bill expectation
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves accuses Scottish ministers of expecting Westminster to cover £135 million VAT bill for A9 dualling project, highlighting ongoing funding tensions between governments.
Connecticut Water War: Towns Clash Over Sewage Costs
A bitter financial dispute over sewage treatment costs has erupted between Watertown and Waterbury, Connecticut, threatening local services and revealing deep tensions between the neighbouring communities.
Delta Variant Sparks Government Security Crisis
Exclusive: Whitehall scrambles to protect critical infrastructure and COVID response teams as Delta variant concerns collide with impending government shutdown deadline.
Ex-Aviva Chief Barral Heads UK Infrastructure Bank
Ex-Aviva CEO David Barral appointed as permanent chair of UK Infrastructure Bank, bringing decades of financial expertise to drive national infrastructure projects and economic growth.
NHS at Risk: Climate Crisis Threatens Healthcare System
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS England's critical vulnerability to extreme weather events as government climate adaptation plans fall short, threatening patient care and hospital operations.
Government withdraws support for Heathrow third runway
Transport Secretary Mark Harper has withdrawn government support for Heathrow's third runway, dealing a significant blow to the airport's expansion plans and creating uncertainty for the aviation industry.
HS2 West Coast link delayed 4 years to 2034
The crucial connection between HS2 and the West Coast Mainline faces a four-year delay, pushing completion to 2034 and adding £1.2bn to costs, dealing another major blow to Britain's flagship rail project.
UK's £17bn AWS dependency exposed by major outage
A significant Amazon Web Services outage has laid bare the UK government's staggering £17 billion reliance on the tech giant, raising urgent questions about national infrastructure security and single-point dependency risks.
UK prisons face £1bn repair crisis as backlog hits record
Shocking new figures reveal England and Wales' prison estate requires unprecedented repairs as maintenance backlog hits record £1 billion amid rising inmate numbers.
Trump freezes $12bn infrastructure funding nationwide
Former President Donald Trump halts $12 billion in infrastructure funding, freezing hundreds of projects nationwide in a dramatic move that threatens economic growth and job creation.
Reeves unveils radical planning reforms to boost economy
In a bold move to kickstart economic growth, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping planning reforms, greenlights data centres, and faces criticism over delayed decision-making on major infrastructure projects.
Reeves approves Sizewell C nuclear plant in policy U-turn
In a dramatic policy reversal, Labour's new Chancellor Rachel Reeves has approved the £20+ billion Sizewell C nuclear power station, creating thousands of jobs and securing Britain's energy future.
£57m 'Bridge to Nowhere' faces demolition after govt U-turn
The controversial Inverkip footbridge, dubbed Scotland's most expensive 'bridge to nowhere', is set for demolition after ministers admitted the project was a costly mistake that failed to deliver promised benefits.
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.
Reeves clears major planning blockage for development
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has personally intervened to unblock a major housing development, signalling a new era for UK planning policy and sparking debate about government-developer relationships.
US federal buildings save £5.4bn through energy efficiency
The US Department of Energy reveals staggering results from its efficiency overhaul of federal buildings, cutting energy costs by billions while dramatically reducing carbon footprint across government infrastructure.
Scotland and Irish county forge historic transport partnership
In an unprecedented cross-border agreement, the Scottish Government has partnered with Ireland's County Donegal to create a revolutionary transport network, with Network Rail providing crucial technical expertise for this international collaboration.
UK Electric Car Sales Hit Record High With Subsidy Boost
Britain's electric car market hits unprecedented growth in September 2025, with taxpayer subsidies driving a 40% surge in zero-emission vehicle registrations amid ongoing charging infrastructure challenges.
Council spends £20k on toilet that stays locked
Outrage in regional Victoria as South Gippsland Council spends £20,000 on a single public toilet that remains locked and unusable, sparking fury among local residents and businesses.
Thames Water Collapse Fears: Government Prepares Contingency
Exclusive: Thames Water faces High Court hearing as government contingency plans are revealed amid fears of financial collapse affecting 15 million customers across London and the Thames Valley.
Government Considers Royal Mail Takeover Bid
The UK government considers taking control of Royal Mail's parent company amid foreign takeover threats and service concerns. Explore the implications for postal services and national infrastructure.
Australia's EV Revolution: Are We Nearly There Yet?
Australia's EV transition hits critical momentum with soaring sales, expanding infrastructure, and new government support - but key challenges remain on the road to electrification.
Government rejects £2.2bn Gatwick Airport rail link
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has rejected a £2.2 billion proposal to upgrade Gatwick Airport's rail connection, dealing a blow to the airport's expansion ambitions and highlighting tensions between government infrastructure priorities.
Reeves Greenlights Gatwick's £2.2bn Second Runway
In a landmark decision, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has approved a £2.2 billion second runway project at London Gatwick Airport, promising to create thousands of jobs and significantly boost UK economic growth and regional connectivity.
Gatwick's French Owner Plots £6bn London Transport Takeover
Exclusive: The French conglomerate that owns Gatwick Airport is exploring a monumental £6 billion takeover bid for a major London transport hub, sparking a potential political firestorm over foreign ownership of critical UK infrastructure.
Gatwick Airport Second Runway Plans Advance After Policy Shift
London Gatwick Airport is advancing plans for a second runway, leveraging a major government policy change. This expansion could significantly boost capacity and reshape UK aviation, creating jobs and economic growth while facing environmental scrutiny.
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