59 minutes ago Those who can work, must work, says Kendall in welfare overhaul announcement

The Work and Pensions Secretary warned the benefits bill for sickness and disability is set to rise by £26 billion by the end of this parliament.

Economics

62 minutes ago Watch: Liz Kendall questioned on Labour’s ‘Get Britain Working Again’ employment plans

Watch as Liz Kendall was questioned on Labour's "Get Britain Working Again" employment reform plans on Tuesday, 26 November.

Economics

66 minutes ago Horses under the hammer as Britain's first female bloodstock auctioneer makes debut

Shirley Anderson-Jolag said she felt ‘as sick as a dog’ before becoming the first woman to sell a horse at a public thoroughbred auction in Britain or Ireland at Tattersalls in Newmarket

Events

72 minutes ago Britain's filthy water laid bare: One in 12 of England's official swimming spots failing to meet standards, figures reveal

Of all the 450 bathing sites found along this country's coasts, lakes and rivers, some 37 of them had their water quality rated as poor in 2024 by the Environment Agency.

Politics

75 minutes ago Stacey Solomon's haircare brand unveils Black Friday sale with 50% off gift sets and heatless curlers

Stacey Solomon-owned haircare brand REHAB has launched its Black Friday sale with a whole host of its best products reduced to half price including Stacey's go-to heatless curlers

Society

1 hour ago From Jobcentres to disability benefits: Labour’s DWP changes explained

Several major changes have been announced

Politics

1 hour ago BBC Christmas TV schedule unveiled: Gavin and Stacey finale, EastEnders drama, and more

The BBC has unveiled its Christmas schedule for 2024 - and it looks like audiences are in for a real festive treat.

Events

1 hour ago UK politics: Kendall says ‘you must work if you can work’ as she warns benefits bill set to soar by £26bn

Young people ‘have a responsibility’ to take up new opportunities Liz Kendall, the work and pensions secretary has said

Economics

1 hour ago Tories accuse Labour of ‘pinching our ideas’ with jobs plan – UK politics live

Shadow minister says Liz Kendall ‘making right noises to fix economic activity’ but claims plans lack substanceThe Federation of Small Businesses applauds the ambition in the government’s Get Britain Working, but says that overcoming the “pervasive poverty of ambition” about employment in the public sector won’t be easy. This is from Tina McKenzie, the FSB’s policy chair.This is a start – but only a start – in fixing the pervasive poverty of ambition in the Jobcentre, health and other state systems when it comes to getting people back into work. Increasing employment is ultimately the most sure-fire way to drive up living standards and economic growth. Ministers have a huge job to persuade public institutions that work is good for health and that everyone who needs work should be helped...

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