The House of Lords has unanimously agreed to allocate more time to the Assisted Dying bill after accusations of 'time-wasting' and 'filibustering' threatened its passage. Read the latest on this critical debate.
The House of Lords has unanimously agreed to allocate more time to the Assisted Dying bill after accusations of 'time-wasting' and 'filibustering' threatened its passage. Read the latest on this critical debate.
Peers resume their fight over assisted dying laws this week, with supporters demanding more time to pass the bill. Lord Falconer seeks extended debates amid fears of sabotage and over 1,000 amendments.
Lord Falconer warns peers are trying to 'talk out' the assisted suicide bill with over 1,000 amendments. He clashes with the incoming Archbishop of Canterbury. Will the bill run out of time?
A new report urges ministers to ban migrants from using taxpayer-funded translators to claim benefits, aiming to save millions and restore parliamentary control over the welfare system.
Barbara Shooter, diagnosed with motor neurone disease after her husband's assisted death in Switzerland, supports new UK bill. She condemns Lords' 'filibustering' tactics.
The UK government launches a new animal welfare plan for England, introducing a 'close season' for hares and pledging to end cages for hens and farrowing crates for pigs. Read the full details.
A new Victoria Police welfare policy has sparked controversy, with legal experts warning it could compromise detainees' right to a fair trial. Read the full investigation.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers confirms the £7bn energy rebate programme will not be extended into 2026, marking an end to direct bill relief. Discover the government's next steps for cost of living support.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises taxes by £25bn, scrapping the two-child benefit cap. 18,000 large families to gain over £14,000 yearly. Discover the full Budget impact.
A leading KC warns the assisted dying Bill offers no legal protection for objecting GPs, risking an NHS staff exodus. Read the full legal analysis and its implications.
Donald Trump has signed a bill authorising the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents. He claims Epstein was a 'Democrat problem'. Read the full story.
California Republican Bill Essayli proposes groundbreaking bill making it illegal to publicly insult former presidents, sparking immediate controversy and free speech debates.
Conservative Deputy Chairman Lee Anderson sparks controversy with bold plan to replace PIP with tailored support system, claiming current benefits 'not fit for purpose' and creating 'perverse incentives'.
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
An explosive investigation reveals how Centrelink illegally cancelled thousands of JobSeeker payments, leaving vulnerable Australians destitute and fighting a broken system.
An alarming investigation reveals Australia's welfare system is plagued by systemic failures, unlawful practices, and devastating consequences for the nation's most vulnerable. Discover the urgent need for reform.
The controversial two-child benefit limit faces elimination as Labour commits to scrapping the DWP policy, promising financial relief for struggling families across the UK.
A landmark tribunal case reveals Centrelink unlawfully cancelled a JobSeeker payment, raising serious questions about welfare treatment in Australia's social security system.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch reveals sweeping reforms to Britain's welfare system, including stricter eligibility criteria and UK-only benefits in major cost-cutting drive.
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride unveils controversial reforms targeting disability benefits and housing support at Conservative conference, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's controversial remote employment program risks collapse as Indigenous participants abandon scheme in droves, raising urgent questions about welfare policy effectiveness.
Exclusive investigation reveals how proposed Department for Work and Pensions reforms to Personal Independence Payment assessments could dramatically reduce support for disabled claimants amid cost-of-living crisis.
Peers and bishops unite to defeat government's Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Bill, demanding crucial safeguards for vulnerable individuals.
The British Horseracing Authority has opened a formal investigation into trainer Kitts Hillsin Barnes following grave concerns over the condition of horses at his yard, with one animal tragically euthanised.
Over 4.7 million Australians receiving Centrelink support, including Age Pension and JobSeeker, will see a modest rise in their payments from 20 September 2025, following the latest CPI indexation.
Exclusive investigation reveals a dramatic surge in disability benefit claimants after Labour's welfare capitulation. New figures show unprecedented growth in PIP claims, raising questions about policy sustainability and economic impact.
A UK family shares their disbelief after receiving a staggering £15,000 electricity bill from British Gas, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing energy crisis on ordinary households.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his five favourite books that offer profound insights into human nature, science, and society. Discover the reads that have shaped the billionaire's worldview.
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.