DWP to Review Over 200,000 Carer Allowance Cases Amid Overhaul
DWP begins audit of over 200,000 carer's allowance cases; unlawful overpayments to be cancelled but penalties continue during overhaul.
Category : Whitehall
Trump Administration Strips Job Protections for 50,000 Federal Workers
Trump administration issues rule to strip job protections from 50,000 federal workers, altering whistleblower safeguards and facing legal challenges.
Starmer Ousts Cabinet Secretary Wormald in Whitehall Shake-Up
Keir Starmer forces out cabinet secretary Chris Wormald after Mandelson scandal; Antonia Romeo expected to succeed.
Pentagon adds 140 wounded troops to Iran war casualties
The Pentagon updated its war casualty database, adding over 140 wounded service members and creating a new category for casualties from renewed fighting after a ceasefire collapse.
How Palantir Won a £330m NHS Contract
Investigative journalist Lucas Amin reveals how Palantir secured a £330m NHS deal, detailing controversial politicians, paid access, and lobbying loopholes.
Senate to vote on Trump spy nominee Jay Clayton this week
The Senate is expected to approve Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence within days, despite a tense confirmation hearing.
Starmer Sets Six Milestones in Bid to End Whitehall 'Declinist Mentality'
Keir Starmer sets six milestones to end Whitehall's 'managed decline', facing criticism over watered-down targets and no immigration pledge.
Foreign Office Chief Sacked In Mandelson Vetting Row
Sir Olly Robbins forced out as Foreign Office top civil servant after Peter Mandelson's security vetting failure was overridden.
Ministry of Justice Fails to File Receipts for Nearly £11bn in Spending
The Ministry of Justice is more than two years behind on publishing spending receipts, amounting to nearly £11bn, according to analyst firm Tussell.
Top Civil Servant Ousted After Foreign Office Overruled Mandelson Vetting Denial
Sir Olly Robbins resigns after Foreign Office overruled security vetting denial for Peter Mandelson, sparking political crisis.
MPs Demand Mandelson Vetting Files Disclosure in Security Scandal
MPs challenge government over missing documents in Peter Mandelson's US ambassador vetting, including security mitigations and police-held files.
Andy Burnham Creates New Prime Minister's Department in Whitehall Overhaul
PM Andy Burnham creates a powerful new Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, absorbing parts of Whitehall to drive economic growth and devolution from Manchester.
Tree Disputes: Legal Rights on Overhanging Branches and Roots
More than half of Brits have fallen out with neighbours over trees. Here's what the law says about overhanging branches and encroaching roots.
Moyes faces leadership vacuum after Gueye exit
Following Idrissa Gueye's departure, Everton boss David Moyes must fill a leadership vacuum left by the exits of club captain Seamus Coleman and the veteran midfielder.
Trump's Record: Promises Kept and Broken Ahead of 2020 Election
A look at Donald Trump's record on key campaign promises from tax cuts to the border wall ahead of the 2020 US election.
Reeves to Recruit New Economic Advisers as Key Aides Depart
Chancellor Rachel Reeves seeks new economic adviser as John Van Reenen and Anna Valero depart ahead of autumn budget.
Scottish Labour to reflect on deeper questions after defeat
Scottish Labour has an opportunity to reflect on 'deeper political questions' after its election loss and the departure of its leader to the House of Lords, Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander has said.
Correction: 1990 pilot survived being sucked out of plane window
An article incorrectly stated Ljubisa Karović was the only person to survive being sucked out of an aircraft window. In 1990, BA pilot Timothy Lancaster also survived a similar incident.
Southport to fall silent two years after attack that killed three
Southport will observe a three-minute silence on July 29 to mark two years since three girls were killed in a dance class attack, with donations encouraged over floral tributes.
National Portrait Gallery closes after power outage
The National Portrait Gallery in London has closed for a day due to an unexpected power outage, affecting the Marilyn Monroe exhibition. Ticketholders can exchange or get refunds.
No concrete evidence in alumina exports probe, says Irish PM
Micheál Martin says investigation into alumina exports from Ireland to Russia is almost complete, with results to be shared with European Commission.
BBC loses Commonwealth Games rights after 76 years
For the first time in over 70 years, the BBC will not broadcast the Commonwealth Games. TNT Sports secured live rights, with Channel 5 airing highlights.
NYC Mayor Mamdani Urges US to Arrest Netanyahu
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani admits he cannot arrest Netanyahu but urges the US to enforce the ICC warrant, calling the Israeli PM a war criminal.
Stockport Council calls on PM Burnham to fund hospital and tram
Stockport Council leader Mark Roberts has written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, calling for fair funding, Metrolink extension, and urgent investment at Stepping Hill Hospital.
Burnham Forces Thames Water Clarity, Must Now Choose
Bondholders show flexibility with golden share offer as political threat of special administration forces progress at Thames Water, but Burnham faces tough choice.
Burnham to review early prison release scheme
Andy Burnham will review plans to release killers, rapists and sex offenders early from jail in September after backlash from victims' organisations and the family of PC Andrew Harper.
Infantino Guaranteed Trump He'd Review Balogun Red Card
Gianni Infantino guaranteed Donald Trump he would look into Folarin Balogun's red card during the World Cup, allowing the US star to play against Belgium.
Lawyer Advice on Driveway Parking: What You Can Do
Finding a stranger's car on your driveway is common but what can you do? A lawyer explains it's trespass, a civil matter, and police often won't attend unless there's aggravation.
McInnes and O'Neill face uncertainty ahead of new season
With less than two weeks to the new Scottish Premiership season, Rangers boss Derek McInnes and Celtic manager Martin O'Neill face uncertainty over key player transfers and squad rebuilds.
Rayner urged to hand back £17k payoff after Cabinet return
Angela Rayner is under pressure to repay a £16,876 golden handshake after being reappointed Housing Secretary by Andy Burnham, 10 months after resigning over a tax row.
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