Government Ends Energy Bill Rebate Scheme
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms the £7bn energy rebate programme will not be extended into 2026, marking an end to direct bill relief. Discover the government's next steps for cost of living support.
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Assisted Dying Bill Could Spark NHS Exodus
A leading KC warns the assisted dying Bill offers no legal protection for objecting GPs, risking an NHS staff exodus. Read the full legal analysis and its implications.
Trump signs bill to release Epstein files
Donald Trump has signed a bill authorising the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents. He claims Epstein was a 'Democrat problem'. Read the full story.
Civil servants forced into independence paper meetings
Scottish Government officials have been compelled to attend multiple meetings to accelerate work on a new independence prospectus, sparking concerns about civil service neutrality and taxpayer resources being used for constitutional campaigning.
Republican Bill Would Criminalise Insulting Former Presidents
California Republican Bill Essayli proposes groundbreaking bill making it illegal to publicly insult former presidents, sparking immediate controversy and free speech debates.
Government Courts Bill Sparks Protest Rights Backlash
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
PM: Swinney 'insults Scots' over secret independence plan
Rishi Sunak launches blistering attack on Scotland's First Minister John Swinney over alleged covert independence plan, accusing him of treating Scottish voters 'with contempt' in explosive Westminster clash.
Swinney's Indyref2 Plan: Empty Rhetoric Exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Government's independence plan is in disarray, with even First Minister John Swinney appearing directionless on the path to Indyref2 amid growing internal confusion.
SNP Conference Explodes Over Independence Demands
First Minister John Swinney confronts major rebellion as SNP activists demand immediate independence action, setting stage for explosive party conference showdown over Scotland's constitutional future.
Lords block controversial Terrorism Bill in major revolt
Peers and bishops unite to defeat government's Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Bill, demanding crucial safeguards for vulnerable individuals.
DWP to Scrap PIP Benefit in Major Welfare Overhaul
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions is set to replace the PIP system with a new personalised benefit, marking the biggest welfare shake-up in a decade. Get the full details on the new timeline and what it means for millions of claimants.
SNP Leadership Crisis: Plot to Replace Humza Yousaf
Exclusive: Senior SNP figures are privately expressing 'utter despair' over First Minister Humza Yousaf's leadership, with Westminster MPs reportedly plotting to install Stephen Flynn as his replacement amid plummeting poll numbers and internal turmoil.
Trump's Supreme Court challenge over Fed's Lisa Cook
Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.
Sotomayor: US Presidents Are Not Kings
US Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor delivers a powerful defence of judicial independence and the rule of law, warning against the concentration of presidential power in a landmark speech.
DWP PIP Changes: New Rules for Disability Benefits
Major changes to the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system are coming. This guide explains the new assessment rules, what they mean for current and future claimants, and how your payments could be affected.
DWP PIP Reforms: Millions Face Benefit Cuts
Exclusive: Major reforms to Personal Independence Payment could see disabled claimants reassessed under stricter criteria as DWP considers replacing PIP with vouchers and one-off grants.
DWP Reveals Top PIP Qualifying Health Conditions 2024
Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions discloses the most common health conditions receiving Personal Independence Payment support, with mental health and musculoskeletal disorders topping the list.
DWP Confirms Timeline for Major PIP Benefit Overhaul
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced the detailed timeline for its radical reform of Personal Independence Payment, moving away from cash payments to a new system of tailored support.
DWP Fast-Tracks 178 Health Conditions for PIP Benefits
In a landmark move, the DWP has overhauled the Personal Independence Payment system, adding 178 health conditions to a fast-tracked 'light touch' review list. This major reform promises to slash waiting times and reduce assessment burdens for thousands of
World Leaders Celebrate Papua New Guinea's 50th Anniversary
King Charles and Australian PM lead global dignitaries in Port Moresby to mark Papua New Guinea's 50th year of independence, a milestone event underscoring the nation's strategic importance in the Pacific.
Papua New Guinea's 1975 Independence: A Nation Remembered
Fifty years on, Papua New Guinea reflects on its historic journey from Australian administration to sovereign nationhood, marking a pivotal moment in Commonwealth history.
Family's shock as energy bill hits £15,000
A UK family shares their disbelief after receiving a staggering £15,000 electricity bill from British Gas, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing energy crisis on ordinary households.
Bill Gates Names His 5 Favourite Must-Read Books
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his five favourite books that offer profound insights into human nature, science, and society. Discover the reads that have shaped the billionaire's worldview.
UN Condemns UK Welfare Cuts as 'Cruel' - Labour Reacts
A United Nations human rights expert has issued a damning indictment of the UK's welfare reforms, warning that cuts to Personal Independence Payments are pushing disabled people into poverty. Labour accuses the government of creating a 'hostile environmen
HK Political Prisoners Face 'Systematic Abuse' - Report
A comprehensive investigation by the Hong Kong Human Rights Monitor details harrowing accounts of systematic abuse, psychological torture, and rights violations against pro-democracy detainees, raising grave concerns over the erosion of the city's judicia
Scottish Identity Surges as British Affiliation Declines
Groundbreaking research from the University of Glasgow shows a dramatic shift in national identity in Scotland, with a significant rise in Scottish-only affiliation and a sharp decline in British identity, reshaping the nation's social and political lands
Fed Officials Warn Trump Policies Threaten US Economic Stability
Senior Federal Reserve governors have publicly challenged Donald Trump's economic agenda, warning his proposed policies could severely destabilise the US financial system and lead to dangerous political interference in central banking.
DWP Announces Major Shake-Up to PIP Assessment Rules
Exclusive: The DWP has announced a major overhaul of the PIP assessment process, aiming to reduce face-to-face evaluations. Here's how it could affect millions of claimants across the UK.
Sturgeon's Cringe Burns Speech Exposes SNP Troubles
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon faces a torrent of criticism for a cringe-worthy Robert Burns recital, exposing a profound lack of self-awareness amid Scotland's ongoing political struggles.
Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.
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