ITV boss 'lost sleep' over 220 job cuts and show reductions
Dame Carolyn McCall reveals the ultimate fate of Loose Women and Lorraine as ITV enforces major cuts. Over 220 jobs are at risk in a bid to recoup savings. Read the full story.
Category : Search result: infrastructure cuts
Ukraine power cuts after deadly Russian winter attacks
Russian drone and missile attacks cripple Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing blackouts and casualties as temperatures plummet. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Labour set to miss 150-project infrastructure target
New analysis reveals Labour is on track to approve just 107 major infrastructure projects, missing its 150-target due to ministerial delays. Read the full report.
States Sue Trump Over $2bn EV Charging Fund Withholding
A coalition of 16 US states and Washington DC is suing the Trump administration for unlawfully withholding over $2 billion in electric vehicle charging infrastructure funding. Read the latest on this major legal clash over climate policy.
Victoria Plans 10% Public Service Staff Cost Cuts
The Victorian government announces a plan to cut public service staff costs by 10% to save A$1.6 billion. Learn the details and potential impacts of this major austerity measure.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce by 2026
Massive WHO staff cuts of nearly 25% will severely impact global health security and disease outbreak response, experts warn. The world faces increased health risks.
CSIRO cuts 350 jobs in major blow to Australian science
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Newly Opened Bridge in China Collapses in Sichuan
A newly constructed bridge in China's Sichuan province collapsed just days after opening, with dramatic footage capturing the incident. Investigation launched into infrastructure safety.
Canada's recession budget imposes austerity measures
The Canadian government has unveiled a stark austerity budget featuring sweeping spending cuts and tax increases as the nation confronts its first recession in over a decade. Key public services face significant reductions while households brace for finan
Ex-Aviva Chief Barral Heads UK Infrastructure Bank
Ex-Aviva CEO David Barral appointed as permanent chair of UK Infrastructure Bank, bringing decades of financial expertise to drive national infrastructure projects and economic growth.
Amazon axes hundreds more UK jobs in new cuts
Amazon continues its global workforce reduction with significant cuts to its UK operations, affecting hundreds of employees across multiple divisions including its streaming and Alexa teams.
Trump freezes $12bn infrastructure funding nationwide
Former President Donald Trump halts $12 billion in infrastructure funding, freezing hundreds of projects nationwide in a dramatic move that threatens economic growth and job creation.
California Governor Newsom freezes major state projects
California Governor Gavin Newsom suspends numerous infrastructure projects including high-speed rail and climate initiatives amid significant budget deficit concerns, sparking political debate.
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.
Ukraine Plunged Into Darkness by Russian Power Grid Attacks
Massive Russian missile and drone assault cripples Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing nationwide blackouts and emergency power cuts affecting millions of civilians as winter approaches.
Government slashes museum funding in major shake-up
Major English museums face devastating budget cuts as Arts Council England redirects funding away from traditional institutions toward 'levelling up' agenda, sparking outrage in cultural sector.
Tories Unveil Radical Welfare Cuts Plan
The Conservative government announces sweeping welfare reforms that could significantly reduce benefits payments for millions, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.
Trump cuts $5bn from NY rail tunnel project
The Trump administration has withdrawn $5 billion in critical funding for New York's Gateway rail tunnel project, dealing a devastating blow to the region's infrastructure and commuter safety.
Trump's SNAP cuts spark UK food bank crisis
As Trump administration slashes food stamp funding, British food banks report alarming surge in demand from vulnerable families facing hunger crisis.
Iraq's Power Grid Collapses Amid Critical Fuel Shortage
Iraq faces a deepening electricity crisis as major power plants in Baghdad and Karbala shut down due to critical fuel shortages, plunging cities into darkness and sparking widespread public anger.
NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts
Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.
US Schools Face Financial Cliff as Federal Covid Aid Ends
American schools are bracing for severe cuts as a $190bn federal pandemic aid package expires, threatening teacher layoffs, programme cancellations, and larger class sizes across the nation.
ITV closes Good Morning Britain canteen in budget cuts
Exclusive: ITV has sparked internal fury after closing the flagship Good Morning Britain staff canteen in drastic budget cuts. Presenters and crew are now forced to bring packed lunches as the broadcaster slashes costs.
Australia's Budget Soars: Record $44bn Surplus Sparks Tax Debate
Australia's budget surplus hits a staggering $44bn, nearly double previous forecasts, igniting fierce political debate over tax cuts and cost-of-living relief ahead of the next election.
Kyiv Under Mass Air Attack: Residents Show Defiance
The Ukrainian capital endures another devastating mass air attack as Russia intensifies its campaign against energy infrastructure. Citizens display remarkable resilience amidst the destruction.
Hanson's Explosive Speech: Stop All Immigration Now
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has ignited a firestorm in Australian Parliament with a blistering speech calling for an immediate stop to all immigration, citing infrastructure strain and loss of national identity.
Trump Admin Kills California High-Speed Rail Funding
The Trump administration has formally terminated its funding agreement for California's ambitious high-speed rail project, demanding the return of $3.5 billion in federal grants and dealing a potentially fatal blow to the long-delayed infrastructure progr
Venice Beach declared hazardous due to sinkholes and sewage
Exclusive: Venice Beach, California's world-famous coastline, faces emergency closure as dangerous sinkholes, raw sewage spills, and crumbling infrastructure create a severe public health hazard. Authorities warn visitors to avoid the area.
Philly Commuters Trapped on Train for Five Harrowing Hours
Commuters on a SEPTA train in Philadelphia endured a nightmare scenario, trapped underground for over five hours without power or air conditioning. The harrowing incident has sparked outrage and calls for infrastructure investment.
£30m investment for cricket domes in Preston and Luton
The UK government has announced a major £30 million investment to construct state-of-the-art cricket domes in Preston and Luton, aimed at revolutionising grassroots cricket and creating year-round playing opportunities across communities.
Page 1 of 4