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.
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Home Office pays thousands for migrant removals
Exclusive investigation reveals Home Office paying thousands to remove migrants under contentious voluntary returns programme, sparking human rights concerns.
Victoria Labor needs One Nation for assisted dying bill
In a dramatic political twist, Victoria's Labor government has been forced to rely on One Nation and crossbench MPs to pass controversial voluntary assisted dying legislation after a major factional split within its own party.
Sydney Built Lifestyles collapses into liquidation
Exclusive: High-end property developer Sydney Built Lifestyles enters voluntary liquidation, leaving customers with unfinished homes and substantial financial losses. Discover the full story behind the collapse.
Real Living Wage Jumps to £12 - 460,000 Workers Benefit
Over 460,000 British workers are celebrating a significant pay rise as the Real Living Wage increases to £12 across the UK and £13.15 in London, offering financial relief during the cost of living crisis.
Real Living Wage: Record 2025 pay rise announced
Millions of UK workers are set for a significant pay rise as the Real Living Wage receives its largest-ever increase, outpacing government minimum rates and tackling the cost of living crisis.
Real Living Wage rises 7% in UK pay boost
Nearly half a million UK workers will receive a significant pay increase as the Real Living Wage rises to £13.15 in London and £12.05 nationwide, outpacing government minimum rates.
Charities warn Reeves: Don't cut public services
More than 120 charities and community organisations plead with Chancellor Rachel Reeves to protect essential services from spending cuts in upcoming budget decisions.
Charity workers face 'abhorrent' abuse epidemic in UK
Shocking new report reveals charity staff across Britain are experiencing unprecedented levels of violence and threats, prompting demands for immediate government action to safeguard frontline workers.
Starmer backs voluntary digital ID cards for Britain
Labour leader Keir Starmer announces plans for voluntary digital identity cards, promising to modernise Britain's infrastructure while protecting civil liberties. Discover how this tech-forward approach could transform daily transactions.
Starmer unveils voluntary digital ID card plan
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer unveils plans for a voluntary digital ID system to combat illegal migration and streamline public services - but could it become mandatory?
Claire's to close 145 UK stores in restructuring
Iconic accessories chain Claire's announces sweeping UK store closures and company voluntary arrangement amid challenging retail climate. Find out which locations are affected.
UK Economy Stagnates as Construction Output Plummets
Britain's economic recovery hits a wall as construction output plummets 1.9% in April, wiping out service sector gains and raising Budget concerns for the Chancellor.
Labour unveils pay boost and reform for England's care sector
The Labour government announces transformative plans to tackle England's care crisis with significant pay increases and a new national negotiating body, marking the biggest reform in decades.
Private sector jobs surge past pre-pandemic peak
Exclusive analysis of ONS figures shows a dramatic jobs market reversal, with private sector employment hitting a record high as the public sector workforce contracts for the ninth consecutive quarter.
UK Women Choosing Child-Free Lives: The Silent Revolution
Exploring the complex social, economic, and personal factors driving the significant rise of childless women in Britain, challenging outdated stereotypes and societal expectations.
ICE offers free flights to California migrants in 'self-deportation' drive
US immigration authorities launch a controversial programme offering free flights to migrants in California willing to leave voluntarily, sparking debate about immigration enforcement tactics.
Cost-of-Living Crisis Forces UK Charity Closures
A devastating new report reveals hundreds of UK charities, including major names like Oxfam and Macmillan, are shutting down services and branches as the cost-of-living crisis bites, threatening vital support for the nation's most vulnerable.
Wales Tops UK Insolvency Chart as Personal Debt Crisis Bites
Exclusive analysis reveals a personal debt crisis gripping Britain, with Wales recording the highest rate of insolvency procedures in England and Wales. Discover the regional hotspots and the alarming 15% annual surge in IVAs.
RSC Offers Voluntary Redundancy to All Staff Amid Funding Crisis
The Royal Shakespeare Company faces severe financial pressure as it invites voluntary redundancies following government arts funding reductions and rising operational costs.
Reeves' Tax Raid Backfires: Govt Staffing Hits Record High
Exclusive analysis reveals central government and NHS vacancies hit unprecedented levels despite Labour's promised employment crackdown, raising serious questions about the Chancellor's strategy.
Starmer: I wouldn't appoint Mandelson now
Prime Minister Keir Starmer expresses profound regret over appointing Peter Mandelson to his strategic council, citing a failure to fully grasp the extent of Mandelson's private sector interests at the time.
Gold Coast Grandfather's Plea Under New Assisted Dying Laws
A terminally ill grandfather's heart-wrenching final days have sparked emotional debate as Queensland's assisted dying laws come into effect, allowing patients choice in their final moments.
Trump Proposes Exempting Tips from Federal Income Tax
Ex-President Donald Trump proposes exempting tipped wages from federal income tax, a move that could put thousands of dollars back into the pockets of waiters and bartenders but faces significant legislative hurdles.
Queensland's Mine Rehabilitation Crisis: Who Pays the Bill?
Exclusive investigation reveals Queensland's ticking time bomb as mining giants leave taxpayers facing billions in rehabilitation costs for derelict sites, with prime agricultural land at stake.
Barclays Chief Urges Cap on Public Sector Pay Rises
Barclays CEO C.S. Venkatakrishnan calls for restraint in public sector wage increases to curb inflation, warning of economic consequences without fiscal discipline.
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in May, Exceeding All Forecasts
The UK economy grew by a stronger-than-expected 0.4% in May, according to the Office for National Statistics. Chancellor Rachel Reeves welcomes the data but warns of the 'challenge' inherited from the previous government.
UK Economy Stalls: 0.0% GDP Growth in April
New ONS data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in April 2024, with a sharp slowdown from the 0.4% expansion in March. The services sector stalled while production fell, putting pressure on the next government.
Reeves Declares War on 'Antiquated' UK Planning System
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a radical overhaul of England's planning system, vowing to fast-track 1.5 million new homes and critical infrastructure to kickstart economic growth, despite warnings from retail leaders.
Teacher on 16-year sick leave with £48k salary
A secondary school teacher has remained on full sick pay for 16 years without returning to the classroom, costing taxpayers over £1 million and igniting a fierce debate on public sector sick leave reform.
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