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Governor's $31k Payout to Aide Arrested for Cocaine
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey faces fierce criticism after erroneously paying a $31,000 buyout to a top aide arrested for cocaine trafficking. Her office is now taking legal action to recover the funds. Read the full story.
Governor's $31k Payout to Aide in Cocaine Scandal Sparks Fury
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey faces fierce criticism after taxpayer funds were used to pay a top aide accused of trafficking cocaine. Her office says the payment was an error. Read the full story.
£13m of public money given to LGBT Youth Scotland
Exclusive: Over £13million in taxpayer funds has been given to LGBT Youth Scotland in the past decade, despite its former CEO being a convicted paedophile. Read the full investigation.
£13m of public money given to LGBT Youth Scotland
Exclusive: Over £13million in taxpayer funds has been given to LGBT Youth Scotland in the past decade, despite its former chief being a convicted paedophile. Read the full investigation.
Minnesota 'Quality Learing' Centre in Fraud Scandal Spotlight
A Minnesota daycare centre with a misspelt sign is at the heart of a major fraud investigation after receiving millions in taxpayer funds. Journalists report empty facilities, while consultants defend the operation.
Minister Repays £11k for Family Trip in Expenses Row
Attorney-General Michelle Rowland must repay taxpayer funds for a luxury family trip, sparking public fury and calls for her resignation. Explore the growing scandal.
Corruption 'Hiding in Plain Sight' on UK High Streets
A Labour MP warns corruption is rife on UK high streets, as the government launches a new anti-corruption strategy. Read how dirty money affects businesses and taxpayers.
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.
Mone slammed over PPE cash as firm owes taxpayer £190m
Health Secretary Wes Streeting condemns Baroness Mone for refusing to repay millions for faulty PPE. The Medpro scandal sees taxpayers owed up to £190m. Read the latest developments.
Gender Money Gap: Women Reshape UK Financial Talks
New research reveals how women are breaking financial taboos and transforming money discussions across the UK, creating more open and supportive financial dialogues.
Kash Patel accused of misusing government jets for personal trips
Former Pentagon official Kash Patel under scrutiny for allegedly using government aircraft for personal trips with girlfriend, raising serious questions about misuse of taxpayer funds.
Illegal migrants boast about UK bribes to return home
Exclusive investigation uncovers how illegal migrants are exploiting taxpayer-funded voluntary returns scheme, boasting about easy money and gaming the system.
Money Silence Crisis: Costing Brits Thousands
New research reveals Britain's dangerous silence around money matters is creating financial distress, relationship breakdowns, and mental health crises across the nation.
SNP's £300m Airport Gamble Fails to Save Shipyard
Exclusive investigation reveals how Scottish ministers poured hundreds of millions into Prestwick Airport hoping to save nearby shipyard, but Ferguson Marine continues to flounder despite massive taxpayer investment.
MP demands transparency on Prince Andrew settlement funds
Senior Conservative Geoffrey Clifton-Brown challenges ministers over confidential settlement with Virginia Giuffre, demanding transparency about taxpayer money involvement.
5 Million Ghost Patients Drain NHS Resources
Shocking investigation reveals millions of non-existent patients remain on GP lists, costing taxpayers billions while real patients struggle to get appointments.
Prince Andrew expects taxpayers to fund his security
The Duke of York faces mounting criticism after reportedly expecting the public to cover his £3 million annual security costs, despite stepping back from royal duties over the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.
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.
Taxpayers fund Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge renovations
Fresh controversy erupts as taxpayers discover they're funding Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge renovations while King Charles pushes for his brother's downsizing.
Governor Pritzker's Vegas luxury trip sparks outrage
Democratic Governor J.B. Pritzker faces mounting criticism after being spotted enjoying luxury accommodations in Las Vegas while Illinois grapples with significant financial and social challenges.
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.
Mone-linked PPE firm misses £122m repayment deadline
A PPE company at the centre of the Michelle Mone controversy has failed to repay £122m of taxpayer money by the government's deadline, escalating the high-stakes legal battle.
PPE firm misses £145m repayment deadline
A PPE company linked to Tory peer Baroness Michelle Mone has failed to repay £145 million to taxpayers for faulty surgical gowns, missing its repayment deadline and sparking government legal action.
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.
Civil servants spend thousands on Pimm's sports days
Exclusive investigation reveals government departments splurged public funds on lavish summer parties featuring Pimm's, cocktails, and entertainment while claiming 'team building' benefits.
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.
Paedophile singer Ian Watkins awarded prison bonus
Shocking revelation as Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins, convicted of horrific child sex offences, receives additional taxpayer money for following prison rules while serving 35-year sentence.
Pentagon's War on Wrinkles: Defence Secretary's Botox Scandal
Exclusive investigation reveals US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin's alleged Botox treatments at military facilities, raising serious questions about security protocols and taxpayer-funded cosmetic procedures.
Mone's luxury birthday during PPE contract scandal
Controversial Tory peer Michelle Mone celebrated her 50th birthday at five-star Chewton Glen while her PPE company faced scrutiny over £200m government contracts during COVID pandemic.
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