Scottish Government costs surge £53m in one year
Scottish Government operating costs balloon to £856m despite remote working. IT spending rises £25m while accommodation savings remain minimal. Taxpayers face growing bill.
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BBC Attacks Prove Why It Remains Essential Service
Brian Reade argues that despite the BBC's mistakes, it remains crucial in an era where frauds and conspiracy theorists dominate social media. Discover why killing it would leave Britain poorer.
USPS Proposes Price Hikes After $9 Billion Annual Loss
The US Postal Service reports a $9.5bn loss, proposing significant price increases and warning of an 'urgent need' for legislative changes to ensure its survival.
Chinese Officer Hits Spectators, Checks Bike First
A female police officer in China causes public fury after her motorcycle collides with young spectators during a demo. Watch the controversial video and the official response.
BBC Future in Crisis After Davie's Dramatic Exit
Tim Davie's dramatic resignation as BBC director general sparks fierce debate about the broadcaster's public service model. Is it still fit for purpose in 2025? Share your views.
BBC in crisis as Trump threatens $1bn lawsuit
The BBC faces a critical moment as Trump threatens a $1bn lawsuit and top leaders resign. Discover why protecting the BBC from political weaponisation matters for Britain. Read more.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
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.
Ofcom Chief Attacks BBC's Impartiality
Ofcom chairman Lord Michael Grade launches extraordinary attack on BBC's political impartiality, claiming broadcaster fails to understand parliamentary democracy and exhibits 'massive left-wing bias' in landmark speech.
Labour faces public sector productivity crisis in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Britain's public service productivity puzzle as she prepares her debut Budget, with Treasury analysis revealing stagnant output despite soaring employment costs.
Hero bystander confronts knife-wielding man in London
A courageous member of the public risked his own safety to disarm a man allegedly threatening people with a knife during a terrifying incident in central London, with dramatic footage capturing the entire confrontation.
Why Rachel Reeves Must Gamble on Tax Hikes
Exclusive analysis reveals why the Chancellor faces an impossible choice between fiscal responsibility and crumbling public services as economic pressures mount.
HMRC failed 85 million taxpayer calls in decade
Shocking figures reveal HMRC failed to answer 85 million taxpayer calls over ten years, exposing a broken customer service system leaving millions frustrated and unheard.
Microsoft Azure Hit By Major Global Outage
Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure experienced widespread service disruptions, affecting businesses and users globally with login failures and connectivity issues.
Farage: Cut 140,000 Civil Service Jobs, Ban Woke Agenda
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
Prison boss 'scapegoated' over migrant hotel sex attacker
Exclusive: Prison service union defends senior official blamed for mistaken release of asylum seeker from Epping hotel who went on to commit sex attack, claiming systemic failures led to catastrophic error.
UK prosecutor summoned to Chinese parliament
The Crown Prosecution Service confirms its chief has been formally requested to appear before China's National People's Congress, raising questions about UK-China legal relations and diplomatic protocols.
Sex offender back in custody after prison release error
A convicted sex offender from Essex has been returned to custody after being mistakenly released from prison, sparking urgent reviews of release procedures.
Prison release errors double in UK justice system
Shocking Ministry of Justice figures reveal a dramatic surge in prisoners mistakenly freed from custody, with numbers doubling in just twelve months amid growing concerns about systemic failures.
Parachute Regiment Faces Fresh Troubles Investigation
Northern Ireland's Public Prosecution Service re-examines 1972 Londonderry shootings involving British soldiers, as families continue seeking justice five decades later.
Labour demands probe into Cabinet Secretary's Tory links
Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.
GA Power candidate accused of stealing electricity
Patty Durand, former Democratic candidate for Georgia Public Service Commission, faces felony charges for allegedly stealing over $1,100 worth of electricity from her neighbour.
Jenny Cox: Architect of Britain's health and social care
Discover the remarkable legacy of Jenny Cox, the pioneering civil servant whose tireless work behind the scenes revolutionised Britain's approach to health, social care, and disability rights, leaving an indelible mark on millions of lives.
Ex-police chief charged over alleged military service lies
Ex-police chief Nick Adderley stands accused of serious misconduct and fraud after allegedly fabricating his military service record, including claims about serving in the Falklands War as a teenager.
Crown Prosecution Service faces major overhaul after review
The Crown Prosecution Service is set for significant reforms after a damning report revealed systemic failures in case handling and communication with victims.
Starmer declares war on government waste
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves launch sweeping reforms to slash government waste and redirect billions to frontline services in bold efficiency drive.
Time to torch Scotland's bloated quango empire
An explosive investigation reveals Scotland's staggering quango crisis with 250 taxpayer-funded bodies costing billions. As public services struggle, calls grow for a radical bonfire of bureaucratic waste.
Waitress confronts customer over zero tip in London restaurant
A London waitress went viral after publicly challenging a customer who left no gratuity. The heated exchange raises questions about tipping culture in UK hospitality.
BBC Chief Warns of Political Pressure Threatening Independence
Director-General Tim Davie warns of growing government pressure on the BBC, raising concerns about editorial independence and the broadcaster's ability to fulfil its public service mission.
Royal Mail Faces Ofcom Probe Over Delivery Target Failures
Ofcom launches formal investigation into Royal Mail after it missed first and second class delivery targets, raising concerns about postal service reliability across the UK.
Royal Mail fined £5.6m for missing delivery targets
Royal Mail faces massive £5.6 million penalty after regulator Ofcom finds the postal service missed first and second class delivery targets for 2022-23, affecting millions of customers across the UK.
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