An in-depth analysis reveals why Australia's landmark critical minerals agreement with the Trump administration could become a massive financial burden for Australian taxpayers, with experts warning of overstated benefits and hidden risks.
Rachel Reeves' Net Zero strategy faces criticism as plans emerge to tax electric vehicles while cutting purchase incentives, creating confusion over Labour's green agenda.
Exclusive investigation reveals property developers in London are receiving increased government subsidies while delivering significantly fewer affordable homes, raising concerns about the effectiveness of public spending in tackling the capital's housing
Democratic Unionist Party MP Gavin Robinson faces questions after receiving agricultural subsidies while serving as an MP, highlighting tensions between Westminster roles and Stormont interests.
As Australia pours billions into failing mining and steel operations, experts warn the nation lacks a coherent industrial strategy. Discover why short-term fixes are undermining long-term prosperity.
Exclusive investigation reveals how America's Essential Air Service programme is struggling to maintain vital air links to remote communities despite millions in taxpayer funding.
Britain's electric car market hits unprecedented growth in September 2025, with taxpayer subsidies driving a 40% surge in zero-emission vehicle registrations amid ongoing charging infrastructure challenges.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Essex County Council faces a storm of criticism after spending thousands of pounds of public money on a controversial set of new flags, branded 'bonkers' and a 'shocking waste' by furious residents and politicians.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Exeter exposes the crippling financial impact of loneliness on the NHS, with taxpayer costs running into billions annually for England alone.
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's controversial offshore processing centre on Nauru costs taxpayers millions daily despite being virtually empty, sparking fresh debate about immigration policy costs.
A bombshell report exposes the immense taxpayer burden of Australia's political class, with each federal politician costing over AU$2 million per year. Discover the breakdown of salaries, staffing, and perks that make it the world's most expensive democra
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly twice as many asylum seekers are being housed in rent-free hotels than in private rental properties, amid a five-year guaranteed rent scheme for landlords. Taxpayer cost and policy efficacy under scrutiny.
The Home Office has announced a major acceleration of its plan to end the use of hotels for asylum seekers, with new figures revealing a potential £1 billion saving for taxpayers.