Minister's $220k Travel Bill Includes Michelin-Starred Dinner
Communications Minister Anika Wells faces scrutiny as taxpayers foot a $220,000 bill for trips to New York, Paris, and a family ski holiday. She insists all travel was within the rules.
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Public cash used for suspended councillor's charity ball night
North Lanarkshire Provost Kenny Duffy used taxpayer money to host his suspended husband at a glamorous charity ball. Critics demand repayment.
UK Defence Spending Lags Behind European Allies
Analysis reveals a growing mismatch between UK's Cold War military reputation and current defence spending, as Germany and France increase budgets and debate national service. Read why experts warn of strategic risks.
GOP Rep Mills Spent $80K Campaign Funds on Luxury
Florida Republican Cory Mills allegedly spent nearly $80,000 in campaign donations on private jets, luxury resorts and casinos. Read the full investigation into the scandal-hit lawmaker.
Trump's golf trips could cost taxpayers $300m
Donald Trump's golf travel has cost US taxpayers $71m since January, with total spending potentially reaching a staggering $300m. Discover the full financial impact.
Black Friday Regrets: 59% of Brits Admit Bad Buys
A new survey reveals the Black Friday purchases Brits most regret, with clothes and takeaways topping the list. Discover the full ranking and expert spending tips.
Black Friday 2025: UK Shoppers Set for £14bn Spend
UK shoppers are predicted to spend nearly £14 billion this Black Friday weekend. Discover the top spending trends and expert tips to avoid scams and find genuine deals.
FBI Director's Pink Lego Car Sparks Spending Row
FBI Director Kash Patel faces mounting criticism over taxpayer-funded trips and security for his girlfriend after being pictured in a pink Lego car at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Starmer: Tories may 'max out credit card' before election
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer accuses Conservatives of planning irresponsible pre-election spending that could cripple the next government, as he outlines his party's economic priorities.
Military housing scandal: Heroes live in squalor
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking state of military accommodation as service families face mould, vermin and collapsing ceilings while defence spending soars.
Disgraced MP Gareth Ward Guilty of Sexual Assault
Former Conservative MP Gareth Ward convicted of brutal sexual assaults against two men while serving in public office. Read the shocking details of the case that has rocked Westminster.
Hanson cleared in Rinehart party expenses case
Pauline Hanson has been exonerated after an investigation found no misuse of taxpayer funds for Gina Rinehart's birthday celebration, though questions remain about parliamentary allowances.
WV Supreme Court Justice Faces Suspension Over Renovation Spending
West Virginia's Supreme Court Justice faces potential suspension amid allegations of excessive spending on lavish office renovations, raising questions about judicial accountability.
Shocking Report Reveals Decades of Government Incompetence
A damning investigation uncovers twenty years of systemic failure in Westminster, exposing a culture of delinquency and financial recklessness that has cost taxpayers billions.
Ferry firm spends £1m on Turkish hotel for staff
CalMac under fire after spending over £1 million on luxury accommodation in Turkey for staff overseeing vessel construction while Scottish ferry services face chronic delays and cancellations.
MoJ fails to file receipts for £1.1bn spending
Shocking audit reveals Ministry of Justice failed to provide receipts for billions in taxpayer money, raising serious questions about financial oversight.
Mayor's £850k statue splurge sparks pay rise fury
A council leader faces public outrage after spending nearly £1 million of taxpayer money on two Italian statues while simultaneously requesting a substantial salary increase, raising serious questions about fiscal responsibility.
NHS and Police spend £70M on diversity officers
Exclusive investigation uncovers massive taxpayer spending on equality and diversity officers across public services while frontline services face cutbacks.
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.
Quango staff's taxpayer-funded rock concert scandal exposed
Exclusive: Staff from taxpayer-funded quango under fire for attending rock concerts and lavish events while claiming expenses, sparking fresh scrutiny of public sector hospitality culture.
Mone defends COVID contracts: 'Business isn't plain sailing'
Michelle Mone breaks her silence on the PPE Medpro controversy, claiming business isn't 'plain sailing' while defending her involvement in the £200 million government contract during the pandemic.
Vorderman escalates feud with Mone over PPE contracts
TV presenter Carol Vorderman escalates her public feud with Tory peer Michelle Mone, demanding accountability in the controversial £200m PPE Medpro contract during the pandemic.
Covid Contracts: £22bn 'Biggest Spending Scandal in UK History'
A devastating investigation exposes how £22 billion of public money was handed to unfit firms with Tory links during the pandemic, revealing systemic failures and cronyism at the highest levels of government.
Canadian Premier spends £450K taxpayer money on Marxist comedian
Outrage in Canada as Premier Doug Ford's government is exposed for spending nearly half a million pounds of public funds on a self-proclaimed communist comedian to write speeches and jokes.
Town Fury Over $22k Giant Eggplant and Peach Statues
Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.
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.
Boris Johnson's Office Expenses Under Fresh Scrutiny
Exclusive: Boris Johnson's private office expenses face fresh scrutiny over links to a business contact. New documents reveal a controversial payment for 'IT services' amidst a DDoS attack, raising questions about financial conduct and the use of public f
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.
Watchdogs condemn MOD's secret £7bn Afghan airlift spending
Spending watchdogs deliver a blistering condemnation of the Ministry of Defence's secretive and chaotic £7 billion Afghan airlift, exposed by the Daily Mail, which was approved without taxpayer knowledge or Parliamentary scrutiny.
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