Centrelink illegally cancelled JobSeeker payment: Tribunal
A landmark tribunal case reveals Centrelink unlawfully cancelled a JobSeeker payment, raising serious questions about welfare treatment in Australia's social security system.
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India's Digital ID System Divides Nation
India's ambitious Aadhaar digital identity system faces growing scrutiny as millions report exclusion from essential services, creating a deep societal divide about technology's role in governance.
Texas bullying scandal: Truth behind viral haircut story revealed
A viral tale of a Texas girl bullied over her haircut takes an unexpected turn as shocking new evidence emerges, exposing what really happened in this emotional school drama.
£23bn welfare cuts: New rules for benefits and Motability
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch reveals sweeping reforms to Britain's welfare system, including stricter eligibility criteria and UK-only benefits in major cost-cutting drive.
Scotland's child poverty crisis worst in Western Europe
New research exposes Scotland as having Western Europe's worst child poverty levels, with experts warning of devastating long-term consequences for the nation's future.
Tory welfare shakeup: Disability benefits overhaul revealed
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride unveils controversial reforms targeting disability benefits and housing support at Conservative conference, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.
Trump Plans Social Security Disability Benefit Overhaul
Former President Donald Trump reveals controversial plans to restructure Social Security disability benefits, raising concerns about welfare system changes and their potential impact on international claimants.
Cousin marriage areas show higher benefit claims
Groundbreaking research exposes troubling correlation between consanguineous marriage prevalence and welfare dependency across UK communities, raising urgent questions about social policy.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Impacts 1.6M Children
New analysis exposes how the controversial two-child benefit limit is pushing families deeper into poverty, with experts warning of devastating long-term consequences for Britain's most vulnerable children.
Government Shutdown Warning for UK Benefit Recipients
Millions of UK social security recipients face payment uncertainty as government shutdown looms. Experts issue stark warning about potential financial disruption.
Grandmother Sues Social Workers Over Noah Cuatro's Death
The heartbroken grandmother of Noah Cuatro, the four-year-old boy tortured to death despite multiple warnings to authorities, is taking legal action against social workers she claims ignored clear signs of abuse in a case that has shocked America.
Scrap Two-Child Benefit Cap to Fight Child Poverty
New analysis reveals the devastating impact of the two-child benefit limit as poverty rates soar. Discover why campaigners and cross-party MPs demand immediate action.
Australia's remote work-for-dole scheme faces Indigenous exodus
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's controversial remote employment program risks collapse as Indigenous participants abandon scheme in droves, raising urgent questions about welfare policy effectiveness.
DWP Plans Major Welfare Cuts to PIP and Universal Credit
Exclusive investigation reveals how proposed Department for Work and Pensions reforms to Personal Independence Payment assessments could dramatically reduce support for disabled claimants amid cost-of-living crisis.
BHA Launches Urgent Inquiry Into Trainer Over Horse Welfare
The British Horseracing Authority has opened a formal investigation into trainer Kitts Hillsin Barnes following grave concerns over the condition of horses at his yard, with one animal tragically euthanised.
Centrelink Cash Boost for Millions Starts Tomorrow
Millions of eligible Australians will see a significant increase in their Centrelink payments starting tomorrow, as the federal government's indexation changes come into effect. Here's who qualifies and how much extra you'll receive.
Universal Credit: Think Tank Proposes £22bn Overhaul
A major new report from the Resolution Foundation calls for a complete reform of Universal Credit, proposing a £22 billion investment to simplify the system and increase payments for millions of struggling families across the UK.
UK Social Care System At Breaking Point - Report Warns
A devastating report reveals Britain's adult social care system is at breaking point, with chronic underfunding and staff shortages leaving vulnerable adults at risk. Experts warn of a 'deepening crisis' requiring urgent government action.
Germany Faces Ruin as Welfare State Buckles, Chancellor Warns
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz issues a grave warning that the nation's cherished social market economy is at risk of collapse, citing unsustainable welfare costs and a perfect storm of economic crises.
Centrelink welfare payments to increase slightly from September
Over 4.7 million Australians receiving Centrelink support, including Age Pension and JobSeeker, will see a modest rise in their payments from 20 September 2025, following the latest CPI indexation.
Centrelink Crackdown: New Welfare Data Blitz Begins
The Australian government launches a new data-matching blitz to slash Centrelink payments for those receiving benefits they may not be entitled to, sparking debate over welfare integrity.
Disability Benefit Surge: 100,000 New Claims After Labour Shift
Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic surge in disability benefit claimants after Labour's welfare capitulation. New figures show unprecedented growth in PIP claims, raising questions about policy sustainability and economic impact.
UK's Top Social Work Universities 2025 League Table Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table uncovers the best UK universities for Social Work degrees. Discover which institutions excel in teaching quality, graduate prospects, and student satisfaction in this crucial field.
Sturgeon: Scotland's £27.4bn Benefits Bill Unsustainable
Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon delivers stark warning about Scotland's devolved social security system, revealing benefits spending has surged by £7.4bn since 2015. Exclusive analysis shows the growing strain on public finances.
Human connection is key to successful social work
New research reveals that building genuine, trusting relationships is the most critical factor for success in children's social work, outweighing procedural targets.
Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'
Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.
Scathing Report Condemns UK Benefit System for Fuelling Poverty
An official commission delivers a damning verdict on the UK's welfare system, revealing how complex bureaucracy and harsh policies are pushing vulnerable citizens into destitution.
UK Social Work Revolution: Tearing Down Bureaucratic Silos
A radical transformation is sweeping UK social work as innovative teams dismantle bureaucratic barriers, prioritising genuine human connections over paperwork. Discover how this grassroots revolution is delivering extraordinary results for vulnerable fami
Two-Child Benefit Cap Fuels UK Child Poverty Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's two-child benefit cap has plunged 1.5 million children into poverty since 2015, with experts warning of irreversible damage to a generation's future.
Police warn over dangerous rumours about Dundee girl
Police Scotland has launched a public appeal to combat false and malicious rumours circulating online about a 12-year-old girl from Dundee, warning the misinformation is causing 'significant distress'.
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