Audit Office probes Labour's £7.2bn housing fund
The National Audit Office launches investigation into Labour's flagship housing policy as government faces questions over financial transparency and delivery targets.
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Government facing major financial risks, warns watchdog
The National Audit Office head Gareth Davies reveals serious concerns about government financial management and accountability in exclusive interview with David Lammy.
MPs Demand Airport Expansion Freeze Over Climate
A powerful cross-party committee of MPs has called for a halt to all major airport expansion, including at Gatwick, until the government can prove it aligns with UK climate targets.
NI Environmental Governance Failing Across Multiple Fronts
Shocking report reveals Northern Ireland's environmental governance is failing across multiple fronts, with dire consequences for climate targets and public health.
Starmer declares war on government waste
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves launch sweeping reforms to slash government waste and redirect billions to frontline services in bold efficiency drive.
Quango spends £5m on pest advisors recommending arm-waving
Exclusive investigation reveals how a government quango spent millions on questionable pest advisors while promoting unconventional seagull deterrent methods involving giant googly eyes and arm-flapping.
NHS £2.6bn Crisis Over Soaring Childbirth Negligence Claims
A shocking National Audit Office report reveals maternity failures now account for half of all NHS clinical negligence claims, creating a financial timebomb for Britain's health service.
NHS Crisis: Damning Report Exposes Government Failures
A scathing National Audit Office investigation exposes critical failures in NHS planning and funding, warning of severe consequences for patient care and staff wellbeing across the UK.
Health Dept's £1M media unit faces transparency scrutiny
Revealed: The Department of Health's controversial media monitoring operation spent over £1 million while operating with minimal transparency, raising questions about government accountability and public spending.
UK's Green Homes Scheme Fails: Billions Wasted
A damning National Audit Office report reveals the UK government's flagship green homes initiative has fallen dramatically short, with just 47,500 upgrades completed against a 600,000-home target, leaving billions in potential energy savings unrealised.
Civil servants spend thousands on Pimm's sports days
Exclusive investigation reveals government departments splurged public funds on lavish summer parties featuring Pimm's, cocktails, and entertainment while claiming 'team building' benefits.
NHS and Police spend £70M on diversity officers
Exclusive investigation uncovers massive taxpayer spending on equality and diversity officers across public services while frontline services face cutbacks.
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.
Global AI Arms Race: Nations Spend Billions on Sovereign Tech
Countries worldwide are investing unprecedented sums to develop national AI capabilities, fearing geopolitical disadvantage and technological dependency in what's becoming the 21st century's great power competition.
IFS: Government has 'no credible' economic plan
The Institute for Fiscal Studies has launched a scathing critique of both Conservative and Labour economic policies, warning of 'unacknowledged trade-offs' and challenging Liz Kendall's welfare reform ambitions.
Reeves: No Money for Public Sector Pay Rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares no money for public sector pay rises in upcoming budget, setting stage for potential confrontation with unions as she blames previous Tory government for empty coffers.
Quango staff's taxpayer-funded rock concert scandal exposed
Exclusive: Staff from taxpayer-funded quango under fire for attending rock concerts and lavish events while claiming expenses, sparking fresh scrutiny of public sector hospitality culture.
£23bn welfare cuts: New rules for benefits and Motability
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch reveals sweeping reforms to Britain's welfare system, including stricter eligibility criteria and UK-only benefits in major cost-cutting drive.
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.
Migrants abandon UK's taxpayer-funded hotel paradise
Exclusive investigation reveals how a once-popular coastal resort has become overwhelmed by migrant accommodation, with many now voluntarily returning home despite luxury hotel stays.
Starmer: Next government faces worst inheritance since WWII
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts 'darkest hour' for public services as Institute for Fiscal Studies exposes dire economic reality awaiting next Prime Minister.
Tory conference £5 chocolate bar sparks cost of living fury
Conservative Party attendees enjoy £5 luxury chocolate bars while millions struggle with food poverty, creating a stark contrast that's drawn widespread criticism.
Baltimore Mayor's $42K SUV Purchase Sparks Taxpayer Fury
Baltimore's Democratic Mayor Brandon Scott faces intense criticism after using taxpayer money to acquire a fully-loaded $42,000 Chevrolet Suburban, raising questions about fiscal responsibility during budget constraints.
Tory Conference Explodes Over Welfare and Immigration Clash
The Conservative Party conference descends into chaos as deep welfare cuts collide with controversial immigration policies, exposing major rifts within the party while Labour positions itself as the government-in-waiting.
BBC defends World Service cuts for defence budget
BBC executives face scrutiny as they justify redirecting World Service funding to defence priorities, raising concerns about Britain's global voice and diplomatic influence.
Reeves: £30bn asylum black hole in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves exposes massive financial shortfall in asylum system, revealing £6.2 billion annual costs and warning of tough spending decisions ahead.
Florida's multi-million dollar 'Alcatraz for Alligators'
US authorities are spending staggering sums housing dangerous alligators in a specialised Everglades facility, raising questions about costs and conservation.
Mone defends COVID contracts: 'Business isn't plain sailing'
Michelle Mone breaks her silence on the PPE Medpro controversy, claiming business isn't 'plain sailing' while defending her involvement in the £200 million government contract during the pandemic.
Michelle Mone admits lying about PPE Medro involvement
Baroness Michelle Mone finally confesses to extensive role in PPE Medro company after years of denials, raising serious questions about government contracts and transparency.
Trump and Vought threaten government shutdown
Former President Donald Trump allies with ex-adviser Russ Vought in a dramatic push to force a US government shutdown unless Congress accepts sweeping spending cuts and policy changes.
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