Refugees' jewellery could be seized for asylum costs
Home Office plans to confiscate valuables from asylum seekers to offset processing bills. Minister defends policy as necessary to tackle migration challenges. Full details inside.
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Scottish Government costs surge £53m in one year
Scottish Government operating costs balloon to £856m despite remote working. IT spending rises £25m while accommodation savings remain minimal. Taxpayers face growing bill.
UK's Afghan Rescue Mission Saves Hundreds from Taliban
Exclusive report reveals how Britain's secretive evacuation operation successfully extracted vulnerable Afghans following the Taliban takeover, with many now rebuilding their lives in Canada.
Angelina Jolie wears body armour in Ukraine visit
Hollywood icon and humanitarian Angelina Jolie makes courageous trip to war-ravaged Ukraine, meeting with displaced children and drawing global attention to the ongoing crisis.
UK plans second deportation of Iranian asylum seeker
Exclusive: Home Office plans to remove Iranian national despite previous failed attempt and ongoing legal challenges, raising serious human rights concerns.
Starmer: Tories may 'max out credit card' before election
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer accuses Conservatives of planning irresponsible pre-election spending that could cripple the next government, as he outlines his party's economic priorities.
Rachel Reeves unveils radical budget overhaul with tax reforms
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping changes to UK economic policy, targeting tax reforms and spending priorities in her first major budget statement.
Sudan refugees face starvation as aid routes cut
Exclusive report reveals how Sudanese refugees fleeing RSF violence in El Fasher are trapped in Tawila without food or medical supplies as humanitarian access collapses.
Edinburgh charity crisis for Ukrainian refugee children
An Edinburgh-based children's charity supporting young Ukrainian refugees issues urgent appeal as funding crisis threatens vital services for traumatised children.
Trump's filibuster threatens US government shutdown
Donald Trump launches unprecedented Senate filibuster threatening government shutdown while 'drug boats' and refugee policies spark national security concerns. Latest updates on the escalating political crisis.
US slashes refugee cap, prioritises white South Africans
The Biden administration dramatically reduces refugee admissions while introducing preferential treatment for white South Africans, sparking human rights concerns.
Turkey detains Afghan migrants for deportation
Turkey intensifies immigration enforcement, detaining hundreds of Afghan nationals in Istanbul raids ahead of planned deportations to Pakistan.
Afghan police hero faces deportation from UK
Former Afghan police commander who survived Taliban assassination attempts told he cannot stay in Britain despite risking his life working with UK forces
UK visa system fails refugee family reunion case
Exclusive: A Sudanese refugee granted asylum in Britain faces heartbreaking separation from his wife and children as Home Office visa decisions leave family in limbo.
Afghan family's $1.8M Sydney property triumph
An Afghan refugee family's remarkable property journey sees their Sydney home sell for nearly double its purchase price in just three years, highlighting Australia's booming housing market and immigrant success stories.
Tory immigration crackdown echoes 1930s hostility
Exclusive: Alan Rusbridger draws chilling parallels between current Conservative rhetoric and pre-war attitudes that sent Jewish refugees back to Nazi Germany
Thailand lets Myanmar refugees work amid shortages
In a landmark policy shift, Thailand grants work rights to Myanmar refugees as labour shortages bite and international aid dwindles, creating new economic opportunities for displaced people.
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.
Pakistan expels over 1 million Afghan migrants
Pakistan accelerates mass deportation of Afghan migrants amid rising security concerns and strained diplomatic relations with Taliban-led Afghanistan.
Ukrainian children's football team finds US sanctuary
A youth football team from Ukraine, displaced by conflict, has been welcomed by American club Real Salt Lake in a remarkable act of sporting solidarity, offering young players safety and continuity.
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.
Afghan commandos face Taliban after UK data breach
Exclusive: Hundreds of Afghan special forces soldiers who worked with Britain are facing deportation from Pakistan after a catastrophic data breach exposed their details to Taliban authorities.
UK accused of abandoning Afghan allies under Taliban rule
Exclusive investigation reveals hundreds of Afghan refugees remain stranded despite UK resettlement promises, as Taliban authorities strengthen control.
Pakistan begins mass deportation of Afghan migrants
Pakistan begins large-scale expulsion of undocumented Afghan nationals, giving thousands 48 hours to leave as security concerns escalate across border regions.
Hanson: Send Gaza refugees to Islamic nations
One Nation senator faces backlash after suggesting Palestinian refugees should be resettled in wealthy Islamic countries rather than Australia, igniting fierce immigration debate.
UK Ukrainian refugee visa delays spark outrage
Exclusive investigation reveals Home Office failures leaving Ukrainian refugees stranded for weeks while bureaucratic delays compound humanitarian crisis.
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.
Ukraine refugees face homelessness in UK crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly 5,000 Ukrainian refugees in Britain could become homeless within weeks as sponsorship arrangements collapse and government support falters.
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.
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