The Labour government's VAT imposition on private school fees has led to 105 closures in 12 months, sparking warnings of a detrimental impact on the state sector. Watch the video for the full analysis.
Frustrated by long NHS waits, Brits are turning to private scanning services like Scan.com for faster health checks. Prices start at £300, with no GP referral needed. Learn how people are taking control of their wellbeing.
A tenant in New South Wales has sparked fury after their agent demanded urgent removal of leaf litter tracked in during an inspection. The case highlights growing tensions in the rental market.
Soaring numbers of UK cancer patients are using savings or private insurance for chemotherapy due to NHS waiting lists. New data reveals an alarming trend as key NHS cancer targets are missed. Read the full investigation.
Maui enacts Bill 9 to reclaim housing for locals, phasing out thousands of short-term rentals by 2031 following the devastating 2023 wildfires. Discover the impact on tourism and community.
Private parking firms issued a record 15.9 million tickets last year, costing drivers up to £4.4m daily. A long-awaited Code of Practice is delayed, as firms face accusations of unfair practices.
UK private sector activity quickened in December as firms reported a surge in new work post-Budget. Yet, job-cutting persists for a 15th month. Read the full analysis.
Official Treasury guidance reveals state workers' pay has caught up with the private sector, with far more generous pensions. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urges pay restraint. Read the full analysis.
The Bank of England launches a major stress test on private credit and equity firms, aiming to assess risks to UK financial stability. Discover the implications for the £8.2tn market.
Sydney's rental crisis intensifies as vacancy rates plummet to 1.1%, pushing families into homelessness. Discover the government's emergency response plan and what it means for tenants.
Private sector job losses surge to 13,500 weekly as major employers including Amazon and Apple implement widespread layoffs. Federal Reserve faces policy dilemma amid rising unemployment and inflation.
Judith Mackay and her autistic son have waited over six years for a council house while living in a damp, mice-infested rental. Read their heartbreaking story and the council's response.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is targeting private pension schemes in a move experts warn could hammer retirement savings. Will this fund the scrapping of the two-child benefit cap? Vote now.
One year after Byron Shire imposed a 60-day cap on short-term rentals, Airbnb reports rental prices have hit record highs. Discover the ongoing housing battle.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves targets salary-sacrifice schemes in £3bn pension raid to fund welfare changes. Experts warn of hammer blow to private sector retirement savings.
A 63-year-old window cleaner priced out of Sydney's rental market discovered a loophole allowing him to live in a stunning waterfront spot for free. Discover his story of 'elevated homelessness'.
A Sydney rental listing advertising a converted garage as a 'large room' for $240 per week has exposed the desperate state of Australia's property market. Discover the shocking details.
Private rents across Britain have jumped by £65 per month to £1,360, a 5% annual increase. Discover which areas face the steepest rises and check your local authority.
No-fault evictions outlawed in England from next May, but Guardian analysis reveals two-thirds of councils failed to prosecute a single landlord in three years. Will new renters' rights be enforced?
New research reveals the top décor turn-offs for UK holidaymakers, from taxidermy to fluffy toilet seats. Discover how to make your rental irresistible and boost bookings.
A tenant's maintenance request for a broken washing machine in a furnished rental was denied by the landlord, sparking a fierce online debate about tenant rights and landlord responsibilities in the UK.
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated apartment scams proliferating across social media platforms, leaving desperate renters out of pocket and homeless.
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell confirms Labour will impose 20% VAT on private school fees, generating £1.6bn for state education while sparking fierce debate over educational choice and funding.
London's private sector surges with strongest growth in over a year, outpacing national average as business confidence soars across the capital.
Fresh data reveals America's private sector employment continues to grow steadily despite economic headwinds, with services industries leading the charge in September's hiring spree.
New data reveals Australia's rental crisis is worsening, with average households now spending over 30% of income on housing. Experts warn of growing homelessness and economic strain as government measures struggle to keep pace.
Exclusive investigation reveals landlords are paying tenants thousands to vacate properties ahead of Chancellor's rental market reforms targeting unlicensed landlords.
Property industry leaders issue stark warning to Rachel Reeves over mandatory rental licensing scheme that could worsen housing crisis and increase costs for tenants.
Explosive emails reveal Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves knew her London rental needed a licence despite claiming ignorance, raising questions about honesty and transparency.