22 h. ago 200,000 people won’t face universal credit reassessment under proposed DWP welfare bill

After Sir Keir Starmer's U-turn on welfare reforms last week, the government has confirmed a series of changes to the bill which will get its second reading this Tuesday

Economics

24 h. ago Glastonbury fans say act 'saved' festival on Sunday night and it wasn't a headliner

Around 200,000 people descended on Worthy Farm, in Somerset, to watch the likes of The 1975, Rod Stewart, Charlie XCX and Neil Young

Politics

5 d. ago Glastonbury gates open as festivalgoers descend for politically charged event

More than 200,000 people expected at Worthy Farm for lineup including Olivia Rodrigo and Irish band KneecapThe gates to Glastonbury festival have opened for 2025 with more than 200,000 ticket-holders set to descend for a long weekend of performing arts and music.In what promises to be a politically charged gathering at Worthy Farm in Pilton, Somerset, campers can expect a mixed bag of sunshine and rain throughout the week. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Chunky trainers, vintage sportswear, and brat shorts: What to wear at Glastonbury 2025

As 200,000 people prepare to descend on Pilton's famous fields, Olivia Petter offers some advice to those looking to stay on trend

Politics

8 d. ago Inside Hong Kong's terrifying 'coffin homes' with 200,000 crammed into cage

More than 200,000 people in Hong Kong, China, live in partitioned shoebox apartments that offer just a few feet of space. They can barely fit a double bed and have become notorious for high rents.

Events

1 week ago New DWP proposed welfare reforms due for debate in Parliament at start of next month

The UK Government needs to have the planned legislation approved by November to implement it next year.

Politics

1 week ago What would happen if the Great Fire of London took place TODAY: Terrifying map reveals the modern landmarks that would perish

In 1666 a devastating fire swept through London, destroying 13,200 houses and leaving an estimated 100,000 people homeless. Now, a map shows what that devastation would look like today.

Events

1 week ago Wales Airshow confirms Red Arrows and announces full 2025 dates, line

More than 200,000 people are expected to attend the event

Culture

2 w. ago The Latest: 'No Kings' protests spread across US as Trump gets military parade

Americans are planning to demonstrate against President Donald Trump across the U.S. on Saturday as a counterpoint to the 200,000 people expected to attend the military parade in Washington

Events

2 w. ago Passengers advised to 'plan ahead' for Parklife weekend in Manchester

Nearly 200,000 people are expected to attend multiple events across the city this weekend

Politics

2 w. ago Another drop in UK net migration in 2026 may cause labour shortages, says No 10 adviser

Prof Brian Bell says predicted fall to 200,000 people means retail, care and hospitality sectors may struggle to fill postsUK politics live – latest updatesUK net migration is expected to fall to 200,000 in 2026 with possible resulting labour shortages in the hospitality and retail sectors, an independent adviser to the government has said.Prof Brian Bell, the chair of the migration advisory committee, said the figure was then predicted to rise again to just below 300,000 in the medium term. Continue reading...

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