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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.

Badenoch Accuses Starmer of Ministerial Code Breach

Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch has launched a scathing attack on Sir Keir Starmer, alleging the Labour leader improperly used government resources. The explosive claim, denied by Labour, centres on a letter sent during Starmer's time as Director of Public

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.

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.

UK Public Trust in Government Drops Sharply

A recent survey by the Office for National Statistics shows a significant decline in public trust in the UK government. Experts weigh in on the causes and implications.

US firefighter shortage fuels wildfire crisis

Severe shortages of wildland firefighters in the US are hampering efforts to control increasingly destructive wildfires, raising concerns over public safety and environmental damage.

UK to wipe student debts for junior doctors

The UK government has announced plans to clear student loan debts for junior doctors, offering financial relief to those serving in the NHS. Find out how this bold move could transform the healthcare workforce.

UK special forces, MI6 data lost in Afghan leak

A shocking breach reveals sensitive data on British special forces, MI6 operatives, and MPs was lost in an Afghan database leak. The government allegedly obtained a super-injunction to cover up the scandal.

Labour polling surge rivals Harold Wilson era

New polling data suggests Keir Starmer's Labour Party is gaining unprecedented public support, rivalling Harold Wilson's 1960s popularity. Could this signal a landslide victory in the next general election?

Starmer urges UK govt to restore NI government

Labour leader Keir Starmer calls on the UK government to expedite the restoration of Northern Ireland's devolved government, highlighting concerns over delays affecting local governance.

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