The NHS has launched a groundbreaking chickenpox vaccination programme for children. This guide explains the symptoms, vaccine availability, and what parents need to know about the new routine immunisation.
The UK government has terminated the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme funding, ending crucial free school meal support for over 600,000 children during holidays, sparking outrage from charities and opposition parties.
The UK government has terminated the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme's central funding, shifting full financial responsibility to local councils. This decision threatens vital holiday support, including meals and activities, for millions of ch
A critical government programme designed to keep elderly Australians out of hospitals is failing, with new reports revealing severe risks and neglect, leaving the most vulnerable in peril.
Greg Jackson, founder of Octopus Energy, takes on a pivotal Cabinet Office role to shape the UK's future energy strategy, leveraging his industry expertise to drive green policy and consumer-focused reforms.
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.
Exclusive: A teenage girl who stabbed two teachers at a Welsh secondary school had been referred to the government's anti-extremism programme, Prevent, raising serious questions about its effectiveness in cases of non-ideological violence.
A 13-year-old schoolgirl, radicalised by neo-Nazi ideology and obsessed with Adolf Hitler, launched a frenzied knife attack on two teachers. The incident has raised serious questions about the Prevent anti-terror programme and school safeguarding.
Senior government adviser Mike Richards resigns after controversy over undisclosed second job with South West Water, raising questions over conflicts of interest in Whitehall.
The UK Government unveils a major £3 billion investment to rebuild and refurbish over 150 dilapidated schools across England, tackling the RAAC concrete crisis and creating a jobs boom in the construction sector.
The head of the UN's nuclear watchdog issues a stern warning to Iran, demanding urgent cooperation as concerns grow over its escalating nuclear programme and undeclared sites.
The family lawyer of murdered British student Meredith Kercher has condemned Amanda Knox's 'cruel' and 'unjust' participation in a new television programme, accusing her of profiting from the tragedy.
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
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.
The NHS is rolling out a revolutionary digital health programme, Oviva, to help thousands of patients in England put Type 2 diabetes into remission through structured weight loss support, slashing long-term healthcare costs.
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.
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.
The UK government threatens to withdraw £16m in funding from Rugby League unless key questions are addressed, raising concerns over the sport's future.
The Albanese government is under fire for spending taxpayer money on business-class flights for ministers, sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Labour's new Chancellor Rachel Reeves faced tough questions on BBC Radio 4's Today programme about a potential £20bn shortfall in the party's spending commitments, as host Nick Robinson pressed for clarity on funding sources.
The BBC has issued an apology and edited its flagship Today programme after Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick was labelled 'xenophobic' in a Mail on Sunday article.
Longtime viewers of the beloved children's programme Blue Peter are up in arms after producers made drastic changes to the show's classic 'breaker' segment, sparking debate about modernising TV traditions.
Parents express fury as Netflix's new series 'Adolescence' allegedly promotes harmful themes to teenage boys, prompting calls for intervention via the Prevent programme.
Qantas has announced major changes to its Frequent Flyer programme, affecting how points are earned and redeemed. Here's how the updates could impact your travel plans.
New data reveals a sharp rise in over-60s flagged under the UK's Prevent programme, raising concerns about radicalisation trends among older adults.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has introduced a new initiative designed to simplify airport security checks for families with young children, offering a smoother and less stressful travel experience.
Children from New York and across the East Coast are heading to Baltimore for a special summer programme, as Mayor Eric Adams highlights the city's growing appeal for youth initiatives.
Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has lauded China's space programme, suggesting its capabilities surpass public perception. The remarks come amid ongoing tensions between Beijing and the West.
The Kennedy Centre has removed Donald and Melania Trump's names from its prestigious honours programme following backlash, sparking debate over political influence in the arts.
A controversial TV show has been banned after sparking outrage with its extreme content. Discover the shocking details behind the ban.