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.
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Katie Price told to slash lavish spending after bankruptcy
Former glamour model Katie Price has been ordered by a court to dramatically reduce her extravagant lifestyle expenses as she continues her bankruptcy journey, with strict spending limits imposed on everything from holidays to beauty treatments.
Your Brain's Social Limit: The 150 Friend Maximum
Groundbreaking neuroscience reveals why humans struggle to maintain more than 150 meaningful relationships - and what this means for your digital social life.
Italy's Ski Resort Imposes Strict Chairlift Weight Limits
Exclusive: Italian ski resort Madonna di Campiglio introduces controversial new weight restrictions on chairlifts, banning groups exceeding 265kg in dramatic safety overhaul affecting winter sports enthusiasts.
Police Get New Powers to Limit Repeat Protests in UK
Exclusive: Police forces across Britain receive authority to restrict repeated demonstrations after violent scenes outside Labour Party offices. New measures aim to balance protest rights with public safety concerns.
Emma Watson Breaks Silence on Driving Ban Blaming Fame
Harry Potter star Emma Watson speaks out for the first time about her 2023 driving ban, revealing how her celebrity status impacted her ability to follow speed limits and perform everyday tasks.
Sydney CBD 30km/h Speed Limit Proposed for Safety
Transport for NSW proposes slashing speed limits to 30km/h in Sydney's CBD and inner-city villages like Surry Hills and Darlinghurst in a bold move to drastically reduce pedestrian accidents and fatalities.
Millions of Brits Too Scared to Enjoy Outdoors Due to Costs
Shocking new research shows the UK's cost-of-living crisis is forcing families to cancel summer plans, with millions too worried about finances to enjoy simple outdoor pleasures.
Barrett Warns Against Trump Third-Term Bid
US Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett has issued a stark warning about the potential for a future president to attempt an unconstitutional third term, in remarks widely interpreted as a reference to Donald Trump.
England's Euro 2024 Opener Faces Drastic Crowd Restrictions
UEFA imposes severe crowd restrictions for England's Euro 2024 clash with Serbia in Gelsenkirchen, reducing stadium capacity to just 33,000 amid security concerns over fan violence.
BBC spends £4k of licence fee cash on 'behaviour' mugs
The BBC is under fire after it was revealed the corporation spent thousands of pounds of licence fee money on branded mugs urging staff to 'call out bad behaviour', sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Australian Household Spending Surge Defies Economic Gloom
New data reveals Australian households are spending more than expected, providing a crucial boost to the nation's economy and helping to counter weak growth in other sectors.
Putin's Beijing Summit: Deepening Alliance with Xi Jinping
Vladimir Putin meets Xi Jinping in a high-stakes visit to China, signalling a deepening 'no-limits' partnership aimed at countering Western influence and reshaping the global order amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine.
The exact age your kids cost full adult price on holiday
Parents are facing a costly surprise as major holiday operators hike prices for children as young as 12, with some 'adult' rates kicking in from just two years old. Discover the rules and how to avoid budget blowouts.
UK to trial 93mph speed limits on motorways
The UK government is considering a radical new road safety trial that could see speed limits on certain motorways raised to a blistering 93mph (150km/h). Discover the potential risks, rewards, and the smart technology that will make it possible.
Pensioners injured on 'ski slope' paving after £1.3m council revamp
Multiple pensioners have been injured on a dangerously steep paved area in a British market town, following a controversial £1.3 million renovation by the local council that residents are branding a 'complete waste of money'.
Treasury's Fiscal Rules Become Dangerous Growth Bottleneck
Exclusive analysis reveals how the UK's rigid fiscal framework, designed for stability, is now actively hindering economic recovery, suppressing growth, and exacerbating the cost-of-living crisis. Experts warn the Treasury's orthodoxy is no longer fit for
UK 'Not Ready for War' with Russia, Warns Shapps
Exclusive: Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivers a stark warning that Britain's military resilience is dangerously low, lacking the 'whole-of-nation' readiness needed to counter a potential Russian threat. A new review calls for urgent, sweeping reforms
UK's £8.2m Daily Asylum Hotel Bill Amid Far-Right Protests
Exclusive investigation reveals the UK government is spending a staggering £8.2 million per day housing asylum seekers in hotels, as far-right protests target accommodation sites across the country. The Independent's analysis uncovers the true cost of the
Labour Forces Release of Secret UK Asylum Hotel Map
Exclusive: Labour forces government to reveal secret data mapping the staggering scale of asylum seeker hotel use across Britain, costing taxpayers millions daily and sparking a major political row.
UK Food Prices See Sharpest Annual Fall on Record
In a dramatic shift for household budgets, UK shop food prices have fallen by 2.4% in the year to June, marking the most significant drop since the Office for National Statistics began tracking the data in 2005.
Royal Navy's £1bn 'Lame Duck' Destroyer Sidelined
The Royal Navy's state-of-the-art £1 billion Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond has been declared non-operational, with critical engine defects preventing its deployment to assist Ukraine. Defence sources reveal the vessel, plagued by power failures, is stuck
Rural Taxpayers Subsidising Urban Areas, Report Finds
A damning new report reveals a 'postcode lottery' in public spending, showing rural communities in England are subsidising urban areas by billions despite facing higher council tax bills and inferior services.
Trump: I'd 'Encourage' Russia to Attack NATO Allies Not Paying Up
Ex-President Donald Trump stuns global leaders by revealing he told a NATO member he would 'encourage' Russia to act against nations failing to meet defence spending targets, plunging the alliance into a fresh crisis.
Trump: I'd let Russia attack NATO nations not paying
In a stunning revelation, former President Donald Trump stated he would not protect NATO countries failing to meet defence spending targets and would even 'encourage' Russian aggression against them, causing international alarm and raising serious questio
Labour mulls new homes tax amid £50bn shortfall
Labour's shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering a new tax on homes to address a £50 billion spending shortfall, sparking fresh debate over the party's fiscal plans.
Councils risk liability over 20mph limit reversals
Local authorities reversing 20mph speed limits and Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) could be held legally responsible for resulting road fatalities, warns new guidance.
Andy Ogles hints at Trump third term, sparks outrage
US Republican Congressman Andy Ogles has stirred debate by suggesting that Donald Trump might serve a third term as president, despite constitutional limits.
MoJ buys luxury London mansions near Heathrow
The Ministry of Justice has purchased multi-million-pound mansions near Heathrow, raising concerns over taxpayer spending priorities amid a cost-of-living crisis.
Fire chiefs splurge £500K on diversity as stations decay
Cash-strapped fire services are under fire for spending half a million pounds on diversity roles as stations crumble due to lack of funding.
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