Families Blast Council Over 'Supershed' Planning Audit
Residents in Tyldesley, Wigan, trapped by 60ft 'supersheds', accuse the council of a flawed 'independent audit'. Discover how the 350,000 sq ft development has devastated lives.
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UK's Filthiest Takeaways Named in Hygiene Audit
A Daily Mail audit reveals 3,600 takeaways failed hygiene inspections. Use our interactive map to check your local food outlets and see the shocking state of Britain's worst-rated eateries.
PM Albanese confirms overhaul to MPs' family travel allowances
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces major reforms to politicians' spousal and family travel perks, restricting flights to economy class and limiting destinations after scandal.
Driving test backlog forces learners to pay £500 to bots
Learners pay up to £500 to automated bookers as driving test backlog persists. The DVSA's target for 7-week waits is now delayed until 2027. Read the full NAO report findings.
Independent Women Poll: Have You Had the 'Superflu'?
Victoria Richards invites Independent Women readers to vote in this week's poll on the 'superflu'. Join the debate, see live results, and subscribe to the free newsletter for more insights.
Minister Wells under fire for taxpayer-funded trip and silence
Labour's Anika Wells faces resignation calls after failing to clarify timeline of taxpayer-funded Adelaide trip that coincided with a friend's birthday. Her silence on a national TV promise raises serious questions about ministerial accountability.
Adults wait up to 700 days for eating disorder care
A new national audit reveals adults in England wait over 10 times longer than children for eating disorder treatment, with waits reaching 700 days. Experts call for urgent action to address the 'postcode lottery' in care.
NAO: GPs failing to support frail elderly patients
A damning NAO report reveals only 18% of frail patients had a fall risk assessment in 2024/25. GPs cite unsustainable workloads as the NHS faces a crisis in elderly care.
Spirit Award Nominations: 'Peter Hujar's Day' Leads Field
Ira Sachs' film 'Peter Hujar's Day' tops the 2026 Film Independent Spirit Award nominations with five nods. Discover the full list of contenders and key facts about the ceremony.
Carey Mulligan leads glamour at 2025 British Film Awards
Carey Mulligan dazzled on the pink carpet at the 2025 British Independent Film Awards in London. Discover all the winners and stunning fashion moments from the prestigious ceremony celebrating UK filmmaking talent.
MyPillow CEO Lindell sued over alleged audit conspiracy
MyPillow founder Mike Lindell is being sued by former associate for allegedly orchestrating a fake 'audit' scheme, adding to his growing legal troubles following election fraud claims.
Louvre Security Failures Exposed in Damning Heist Report
A damning new report exposes catastrophic security failures at the Louvre that allowed thieves to breach one of the world's most famous museums in a sophisticated 2024 robbery attempt.
BIFA 2024 Nominations Reveal Surprise Contenders
The British Independent Film Awards nominations are out with unexpected frontrunners challenging established favourites. Discover which films and performances made the cut in this year's most exciting race for independent cinema glory.
BIFA 2025 Nominations: My Father's Shadow Leads Race
The British Independent Film Awards unveils its 2025 nominations with intimate dramas 'My Father's Shadow' and 'Pillion' dominating the shortlist, celebrating the best of UK cinematic talent.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jimmy Kimmel Staff Stunned By Secret Pay Rise Bombshell
Jimmy Kimmel's long-serving staff received a life-changing surprise after a secret payroll audit revealed they were owed years of back pay in a stunning act of corporate integrity.
Phoenix Police Reopen 600+ Cases After Investigation Failures
The Phoenix Police Department is re-examining over 600 criminal cases, including violent felonies, following an internal audit that revealed serious flaws in their initial investigations. The probe, initiated last year, has already led to the identificati
SNP climate policies risk £700m annual black hole
A bombshell report reveals the staggering £700 million per year cost of the SNP's net-zero climate policies, posing a severe risk to Scotland's public finances with no clear funding plan.
School concrete crisis: Watchdog slams government's failing plan
The National Audit Office reveals the DfE's school rebuilding programme is failing to keep pace with crumbling concrete risks, leaving pupils in potentially dangerous buildings across England.
Over Half of UK Births Now Involve Medical Intervention
A landmark NHS audit uncovers a dramatic rise in medical interventions during childbirth, with C-sections and inductions now featured in more than 50% of UK births, sparking a national debate on maternity care.
Systemic Police Brutality Against Black Americans Exposed
A damning investigation reveals the pervasive and systemic nature of police brutality against Black Americans, with thousands of incidents and a culture of impunity challenging the US justice system.
1940s Railway Carriage Transformed into Boutique Cinema
Discover the magical story behind 'The Sidings', a Swindon-based cinema meticulously crafted from a historic railway carriage, offering a nostalgic movie experience like no other in the UK.
Deaf: A mother's silent struggle in powerful new British film
A powerful new British film, 'Deaf', exposes the harrowing realities of a young mother navigating a system that refuses to listen. This must-see drama is a raw testament to resilience.
Trump Slams RFK Jr. as 'Disaster' in Truth Social Rant
In a blistering attack on his Truth Social platform, former President Donald Trump has launched a scathing critique against independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., branding his campaign a 'disaster for America' and a vanity project for D
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