Future Fund CEO questioned over $20k hotel bill
Future Fund CEO Raphael Arndt faces parliamentary scrutiny over a $20,000 hotel stay during a US trip. Watch the video for the full exchange and details on the fund's expense policies.
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Home Office scraps free taxis for asylum seekers
The Home Secretary ends free taxi rides for migrants' GP visits, saving millions after a BBC investigation exposed a £600 knee check-up journey.
Maine Prosecutor Faces Suspension Over Expense Scandal
District Attorney Natasha Irving faces suspension after explosive allegations of systematic expense fraud, improper hiring practices, and ethical breaches that have stunned Maine's legal community.
Boris Johnson's lockdown hair cost taxpayers thousands
Exclusive investigation uncovers the staggering taxpayer expense behind the Prime Minister's dramatic hair makeover during the pandemic lockdown period.
Gen Z & Millennials Splash Out on Luxury Business Travel
Young professionals are transforming business travel by demanding luxury experiences and turning work trips into 'bleisure' adventures, according to new industry research.
The staggering lifetime cost of your Nespresso machine
New financial analysis reveals how your beloved coffee pod habit could be draining your wallet over time. Discover the hidden expenses behind every espresso shot.
Toronto's £58K/day migrant hotel bill sparks fury
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow faces mounting criticism as taxpayers fund hotel accommodation for thousands of migrants while local residents struggle with housing crisis. Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering costs.
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.
Sunak's Future Fund costs taxpayers £1.1bn
Exclusive investigation reveals British taxpayers have lost over £1.1 billion from Rishi Sunak's Future Fund, with 158 companies collapsing and millions written off in failed investments.
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.
Trump's Super Bowl Security Cost Taxpayers Millions
Exclusive investigation uncovers the multi-million pound burden placed on US taxpayers for former President Trump's security detail at the 2020 Super Bowl in Miami, a cost that continues to spark controversy.
Migrants in luxury retirement home spark outrage
Exclusive investigation reveals dozens of asylum-seeking families have been placed in a £14m luxury retirement village in Hampshire, sparking outrage over benefits and use of public funds. Locals and officials demand answers.
Fury over £4m 'Bat Bridge' funded by taxpayers
A Reform UK councillor in Bexley is leading a revolt against a £4 million 'eco-bridge' designed for bats and other wildlife, branding it a scandalous waste of public money amidst a cost-of-living crisis.
Admiral: Whitehall 'Blob' Sabotaging UK Defence
Exclusive: Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK's Chief of the Defence Staff, delivers a devastating critique of the Whitehall establishment, branding the state as 'not working' and stifling crucial military reform with bureaucratic inertia.
Trump's 2019 UK state visit cost taxpayers £2.6m
Exclusive figures obtained by The Independent unveil the multi-million pound price tag for the controversial state visit, with policing costs soaring into the millions.
Mandelson's £8m EU Pension Payout Sparks Fury
Exclusive: Former Labour Minister Peter Mandelson receives a staggering £8 million pension pot from the European Union, igniting fury over a 'reward for failure' funded by British taxpayers.
Northern Towns Form UK's 'Asylum Golden Triangle'
An exclusive investigation reveals how Bolton, Blackburn, and Stockport form a 'golden triangle' for housing asylum seekers in private accommodation, costing taxpayers millions and sparking local tensions.
Met Police Crisis: 600 Officers Suspended on Full Pay
Exclusive investigation reveals an epidemic of suspended Met Police officers on full pay, exposing a crippling £17.5m burden on public funds and a system in crisis.
Labour to house asylum seekers in military barracks
Exclusive: The Labour Party is set to unveil a radical new strategy to end the costly use of hotels for asylum seekers, opting instead to utilise vacant military barracks. This move aims to save taxpayers billions and accelerate the processing of claims.
Taxpayer to foot £300k legal bill in Higgins case
Former Defence Minister Linda Reynolds wins a landmark legal battle, with the Australian government ordered to cover her $550,000 legal fees from defending against Brittany Higgins' defamation claim. The ruling ignites a firestorm over public funds and po
Trump's UK police protection costs £35,000 daily
Exclusive: Metropolitan Police's round-the-clock protection for former US President Donald Trump during UK visits costs millions, raising questions about funding and operational impact.
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
UK spends billions on fossil fuel subsidies despite climate vows
A damning new study exposes how the UK government is spending billions in taxpayer money to subsidise fossil fuels, undermining its own net-zero commitments and global climate leadership.
Trump's Lavish White House Rose Garden Makeover Cost Revealed
Exclusive details emerge on the multi-million dollar Rose Garden renovation commissioned by Donald Trump, raising questions about the use of public funds for a former president's legacy project.
Biden's £300m Library Plan Sparks Funding Row
Plans for Joe Biden's £300m presidential library in Delaware face scrutiny over taxpayer funding and proximity to his family home, raising questions about legacy and expenditure.
Mum Uses Disability Benefits to Pay for 'Lifesaving' Fat Jabs
A UK mother's revelation that she uses her disability benefits to pay for weight-loss jabs like Wegovy has ignited a fierce national debate on welfare spending, medical ethics, and obesity treatment.
UK's Multi-Billion Pound Secret Property Spree for Asylum
An exclusive investigation uncovers how the British government is secretly spending billions of taxpayer pounds to acquire houses and flats for asylum seekers, bypassing local communities and sparking a major housing controversy.
Deceased MPs' families claim thousands for luxury hotels
Exclusive investigation reveals how families of deceased Members of Parliament have claimed tens of thousands in taxpayer-funded luxury hotel stays through a controversial allowances scheme, raising serious questions about Westminster expenses.
UK's £8.2M Daily Bill for Asylum Seeker Hotels Exposed
Exclusive investigation uncovers the immense financial burden on British taxpayers, with over 50,000 asylum seekers accommodated in hotels at a cost of £8.2 million per day. Discover the locations, the figures, and the growing political backlash.
Council taxpayers face £1.2bn wall repair bill
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are grappling with a £1.2 billion repair backlog for boundary walls and fences, with taxpayers set to foot the bill for decades of neglect and storm damage.
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