UK may exempt offshore windfarms from nature rules
Exclusive: Ministers consider relaxing new biodiversity regulations for offshore windfarm developments to accelerate renewable energy expansion and meet climate targets.
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Piper Alpha Survivor's 175ft Leap from Hell
Thirty-seven years after the Piper Alpha disaster, survivor Steve Rae recounts his desperate jump from the burning oil platform that claimed 167 lives in Britain's deadliest offshore tragedy.
DWP Expands Bank Account Surveillance Powers
The DWP is dramatically expanding its powers to monitor benefit claimants' bank accounts in a major crackdown on fraud. Here's how the new rules could affect you.
First asylum seeker arrives on Nauru under Australia deal
Australia's controversial offshore processing arrangement with Nauru has been triggered with the arrival of the first asylum seeker, prompting immediate human rights concerns and a multimillion-dollar payment to the Pacific nation.
Miliband's £1.1bn annual boost for offshore wind
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband unveils ambitious £1.1bn yearly funding package to accelerate UK offshore wind projects, positioning Britain as global clean energy leader.
Turkish referees in betting scandal: Hundreds caught
Shocking investigation reveals widespread betting account ownership among Turkish football officials, raising serious integrity concerns in the sport's governance.
Petrofac wins major Shell North Sea contract
Energy services giant Petrofac lands significant Shell contract for North Sea assets, safeguarding Scottish jobs and reinforcing Aberdeen's energy hub status amid industry transformation.
Petrofac wins Shell North Sea contract extension
Energy services giant Petrofac secures significant contract extension with Shell for North Sea assets, safeguarding Aberdeen jobs and reinforcing UK energy sector stability.
Trump's Offshore Wind Warning: Whales at Risk
Exclusive: North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum reveals Donald Trump's grave concerns about offshore wind farms devastating marine wildlife and driving up electricity prices for British households.
DWP's New PIP Fraud Checks Target Bank Accounts
Exclusive: The DWP is implementing new fraud detection measures for PIP claimants, including monitoring bank accounts and savings. Here's what you need to know about the changes.
7 UK Banks Offer Savings Rates Over 7% in Rate War
Discover which seven British banks are now offering savings rates up to 7.15% as the savings war intensifies, including exclusive regular saver accounts beating inflation.
Britain's Favourite Rom-Coms Revealed
Discover which beloved romantic comedies have captured the nation's heart in our definitive ranking, featuring modern classics and surprising favourites that define contemporary romance.
Massive fire on Pemex platform forces evacuation of 321 workers
A massive fire erupts on a Pemex oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico, triggering emergency evacuations and raising serious safety concerns about Mexico's state energy infrastructure.
Zopa launches 5.08% easy access savings account
Digital bank Zopa launches competitive 5.08% easy access savings account, offering better returns than traditional high street banks as interest rates climb.
Australia Gas Strike Crisis Threatens Global Winter Supply
Australia faces a major energy crisis as offshore gas platform strikes threaten to disrupt global LNG supplies, sending European and Asian prices soaring amid winter preparation fears.
Rachel Reeves's ISA Warning: Review Your Savings Now
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves sounds alarm on investment risks as experts reveal why traditional savings approaches may no longer protect your financial future in today's volatile market.
HMRC Can Now Raid Bank Accounts for Unpaid Tax
HMRC gains controversial new authority to directly recover unpaid tax debts from millions of bank accounts without court orders, raising serious concerns about financial safeguards and taxpayer rights.
Labour considers offshore asylum processing for small boat arrivals
Exclusive: Keir Starmer's government considers offshore asylum processing centres as small boat crossings continue despite election promises. The controversial move could see migrants sent to third countries while claims are assessed.
DWP can monitor bank accounts without suspicion
Government officials can now secretly check bank accounts of benefit claimants without suspicion in controversial new anti-fraud measures that have raised serious privacy concerns.
HMRC gains power to seize money from bank accounts
HM Revenue & Customs gains controversial authority to recover tax debts directly from personal bank accounts without court orders, raising privacy and fairness concerns across Britain.
MP's expenses claims under investigation by watchdog
Conservative MP for Great Yarmouth under scrutiny for claiming expenses on London property while reportedly residing in constituency home, raising questions about parliamentary expense rules.
HMRC can directly deduct from bank accounts for tax debts
UK tax authorities now have unprecedented powers to directly deduct money from bank accounts for unpaid taxes, raising serious concerns about financial privacy and error risks.
HMRC: Check For £689 Unclaimed Money Now
Over 18s across the UK could be sitting on unclaimed cash from savings and current accounts. HMRC reveals how to claim your money before it's too late.
TikTok death cleaning trend triggers UK banking exodus
British savers are abandoning traditional banks in droves, inspired by a viral TikTok trend about post-mortem decluttering that's causing financial chaos for bereaved families.
DWP granted new powers to access bank accounts
The Department for Work and Pensions has been granted unprecedented authority to monitor benefit claimants' bank accounts in a bid to combat fraud and save taxpayers £600 million annually.
Caribbean drug boat survivors recount vicious attack
Exclusive eyewitness accounts reveal the terrifying ordeal aboard a Caribbean drug vessel where survivors were brutally attacked by traffickers high on their own cargo.
DWP Account Raid: Banks Get New Seizure Powers
Exclusive: Major banking update gives institutions authority to freeze and remove money from accounts suspected of benefit fraud in sweeping DWP crackdown.
Owl rescued after 100-mile flight to North Sea oil rig
A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a short-eared owl survives Storm Amy, landing on a North Sea oil rig 100 miles from shore before being safely returned to land.
NatWest student account chaos leaves thousands stranded
Exclusive investigation reveals how NatWest's system failures have trapped students in banking chaos, with frozen accounts and mounting financial stress across UK campuses.
Westpac tightens savings rules for younger customers
Major Australian bank Westpac introduces stricter conditions for younger customers seeking competitive savings rates, requiring regular deposits and balance growth to qualify.
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