Andy Burnham gives £4,500 to Universal Credit households
Andy Burnham has announced £4,500 payments for some Universal Credit households, while the Prime Minister unveiled separate plans on Tuesday.
Category : Policy
Teen speakers censored at tech-backed internet safety event, charity accused
Childnet, a tech-backed UK charity, accused of censoring teenage speakers at Safer Internet Day event by deleting warnings about social media addiction.
North East leaders demand fairer council tax deal
North East leaders call for a fairer funding system as Prime Minister Andy Burnham signals possible council tax reforms, though Downing Street denies active plans to scrap the tax.
Jodrell Bank threat: UK physics in danger
Jodrell Bank Observatory, a world-leading radio telescope facility, faces a threat that could undermine UK physics research, according to a report.
Ben Carroll Calls Royal Commission Into Construction Sector
Ben Carroll's first action as Victorian premier is to call a royal commission into the construction sector, alongside a special prosecutor.
AI Smart Lamp-Posts: Threat or Good?
New AI-enabled lamp-posts in Warwickshire raise fears of hyper-surveillance. Experts question claims, public remains unconcerned.
Funding cuts put Jodrell Bank under threat, public angry
Hundreds sign petition to save Lovell Telescope after UKRI withdraws £2.8m annual funding, calling cuts short-sighted and false economy.
Neighbour Breaks Hosepipe Ban? Here's What to Do
Hosepipe bans in Wales and parts of England due to dry summer. Learn how to report a neighbour breaking restrictions and who is exempt.
GP walk-in centres 'politics over practicality' doctors claim
Senior doctors say John Swinney's flagship GP walk-in centre scheme is driven by 'politics over practicality', as figures show under 7,000 patients used the pilot service.
No Plans for 'Death Tax' for Social Care Reforms
The Government has stated there are no plans for a 'death tax' to fund adult social care reform, amid speculation ahead of Prime Minister Andy Burnham's speech.
Burnham urged to reform youth sickness benefits now
Prime Minister Andy Burnham must seize a rare opportunity to cut youth PIPs, says Tim Newark, as 87,000 teens claim £194 weekly, more than part-time work.
Burnham Signals Tighter PIP Eligibility Rules
Andy Burnham has indicated his government could make it harder to claim Personal Independence Payments by tightening eligibility rules to cut the welfare bill.
Geologist Challenges Glacial Origin of Irish Stone Lifting Boulders
Geologist Dr Alan Woolley disputes glacial origin of rounded boulders used in Irish stone lifting sport, suggesting river or marine abrasion instead.
Stockport Bin Fury Over Open Lid Rule Enforcement
Dozens of bins in Stockport were not collected because lids were slightly open, sparking anger and forcing residents to take nappies to the tip.
Dana Kaplan: 7 overhyped places she regrets visiting
Dana Kaplan, 52, regrets visiting Rome, Mykonos, Grand Canyon and more. She suggests alternatives and urges responsible tourism, emphasizing 'white space' in travel plans.
Jodrell Bank faces end in 20 months unless Burnham steps in
The Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank will stop scientific work by 2028 after funding cut, a test of PM Burnham's promise to rebalance the country.
Trump EPA used industry science to weaken formaldehyde rules, documents reveal
Documents show Trump EPA relied on industry-funded studies to weaken formaldehyde cancer protections, reversing Biden-era limits.
Western Oil Firms Accused of Worsening Iraq Water Crisis
Western oil firms blamed for worsening water shortages and pollution in southern Iraq as extraction increases, with dams diverting public water supplies.
Burnham vows political capital on social care reform
Andy Burnham says England's adult social care system is broken and he is prepared to spend 'a lot of political capital' on reform, despite previous failures and lack of consensus on funding.
Trial to end goalkeeper time-wasting injuries
English football will trial a rule requiring an outfield player to leave the pitch for a minute if a goalkeeper injury stops play, aiming to prevent tactical time-outs.
MEN Launches Campaign to Save Jodrell Bank Telescope
The Manchester Evening News launches a campaign to save Jodrell Bank's Lovell Telescope after funding cuts threaten to end its scientific operations by March 2028.
North East families struggle to afford basics due to rents
82% of low-income North East families in unaffordable rented accommodation are struggling to afford food, heating, toiletries, and other essentials, according to Joseph Rowntree Foundation.
EV Sales Surge as Fuel Crisis Drives Record Uptake
More electric vehicles were sold in Australia in the first half of 2026 than in all of 2025, as fuel crisis and new policies push EV share to nearly a quarter of new car sales.
Burnham VAT cut widens EV charging gap
New PM Andy Burnham removes VAT on domestic electricity, cutting home EV charging to 1.52p per mile, but public charging remains at 20% VAT, costing up to 16.2p per mile.
Jodrell Bank Observatory to Close After Funding Cuts
Jodrell Bank Observatory and its iconic Lovell Telescope will close in 2028 due to UKRI funding cuts, sparking criticism from scientists who say it threatens UK science ambitions.
Bill Oddie's three favourite plants for birds
Bill Oddie recommended Hawthorn, Rowan and Mahonia to attract birds. The TV presenter and birder has died aged 83.
Trump and Maryland governor clash over Potomac sewage spill
Trump and Maryland Governor Wes Moore feud over responsibility for a massive Potomac River sewage spill from a federally managed pipeline.
Labor Fast-Tracks Antisemitism Report Response After Bondi Attack
Australia fast-tracks response to antisemitism envoy report after Bondi attack, addressing criticism over delays in implementing key recommendations.
MSP raises data centre concerns to Scottish Government
SNP MSP Steven Bonnar has taken constituents' concerns about data centre developments to the Scottish Government, which is considering planning guidance.
UK fourth heatwave wildfire warnings experts weigh in
As a fourth heatwave approaches, experts assess whether the UK could face wildfires like those in France and Spain, with warnings of increased risk.
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