63 m. ago Streeting says he wants to avoid strikes next year as doctors return to work

The latest industrial action followed the rejection of a new Government offer by British Medical Association members.

Events

2 h. ago Government plans pet 'collar ban' and new puppy rules in 2026

Ministers are also planning a public safety campaign promoting responsible dog ownership

Politics

2 h. ago I have a final salary pension with a firm that might go bust

I received a letter from the scheme which said it might need to be taken over by the Pension Protection Fund. Am I trapped in a failing scheme with my money at risk?

Economics

2 h. ago Should I keep paying into my Lifetime Isa now that they could be scrapped?

In the Autumn Budget, it was announced that the Government will launch a consultation into Lifetime Isas in 2026. Where does this leave those saving for a house deposit in one?

Politics

3 h. ago Our bond of trust with patients is being undermined, Scottish GPs warn

The Royal College of General Practitioners called for continuity of care to be prioritised by the Scottish Government

Events

3 h. ago First asylum seekers expected to arrive in East Sussex barracks in new year

Government has vowed to end use of asylum hotels and plans to send first men to Crowborough site within weeksThe Home Office plans to send the first group of asylum seekers to a military site in East Sussex in the new year, the Guardian understands.Discussions in Whitehall are under way to use Crowborough army training camp within weeks as part of efforts to end the use of hotels for asylum accommodation. Continue reading...

Events

5 h. ago The SNP Government should be ashamed of its record on homelessness

In his Daily Record column, Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar hits out at the SNP over their record on the housing emergency.

Politics

5 h. ago Dad smuggled into UK in lorry slams Government's asylum seeker plans and blasts Farage

Sabir Zazai OBE, has made a life for himself in Scotland after going through the asylum seeker system in 1999 - has begged for refugees to be treated with dignity in communities.

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5 h. ago Autistic Scots rapper breaking down barriers with new project funded by Creative Scotland

Jacob Watters, from Busby, Glasgow, will launch his project, backed by the Government body which promotes the country’s artistic talent, with a show at the end of the month.

Politics

8 h. ago Governor at prison with Britain's only trans wing is under fire for allowing two staff members to hold a jail baby shower for their lovechild 'after they had affair at work'

EXCLUSIVE: The governor of Downview, Amy Dixon (pictured), was informed of the allegations amid fears the couple could be at risk of blackmail.

Events

8 h. ago Three ways Australia can stop tech giants from walking away from journalism that serves us all | Rod Sims

The media hold power to account but no business can keep producing without being paidThe government’s news bargaining incentive (NBI) consultation paper is welcome but it has taken too long to get to this point, the envisaged scheme is complex and it risks favouring the big tech companies.The background to all this is important. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s digital platform inquiry, which was completed in mid-2019, recommended what became the news media bargaining code (NMBC). The logic was that Google and Facebook, in particular, were benefiting significantly from news content without paying for it. Continue reading...

Politics

9 h. ago Another year of stagnation will kill businesses, Labour warned

Economists have warned the Government that British businesses cannot survive another year of stagnation, as figures pointed to a bleak start for the economy in 2026.

Events

9 h. ago Half of Britons cutting back spending on presents this year, polling suggests

Rising prices for household goods have influenced 51% of Britons to buy fewer gifts this year, the Savanta polling revealed.

Politics

11 h. ago Crackdown on cruel puppy farms and ban on trail hunting planned in major animal welfare shake

A CRACKDOWN on inhumane puppy farming is planned in a major animal welfare shake-up. Government proposals will tackle the cruel trade which sees dogs bred in grim conditions. The animals are kept in cramped, unsuitable surroundings as puppies are churned out for profit on an industrial scale with no thoughts for well-being. Despite licensing rules...

Politics

11 h. ago Electric shock dog collars banned under new government proposal

The animal welfare strategy also plans to tighten protections aimed at stopping cruel breeding practices such as puppy farming

Events

11 h. ago Cruel puppy farming that keeps breeding dogs in dire conditions to be banned

The Government on Monday unveils its long-awaited Animal Welfare Strategy which sets out a raft of policies to improve the lives of pets and animals on farms and in the wild

Events

11 h. ago Moment Gladiators star PROPOSES to girlfriend in front of cheering Glasgow crowd

A GLADIATORS star has PROPOSED to his girlfriend in front of a cheering crowd in Glasgow. Mus Dumbuya, 32, proposed to his girlfriend during the live showing of Gladiators at Glasgow's OVO Hydro tonight. The London youth worker took his girlfriend by the hand and ran up one of the red assault course props on...

Politics

11 h. ago Popular Edinburgh diner chain opens for business in West Lothian

Hollywood Burgers & Shakes bosses launched their third Scottish outlet this week in Bathgate, the new venture seeing the creation of half-a-dozen jobs.

Politics

11 h. ago Cancelled US comedian Jimmy Kimmel to deliver Christmas message to UK

TV host who came under pressure from Trump government will say: ‘From a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year’The US comedian whose late-night show was briefly cancelled after pressure from Donald Trump’s government is to urge UK audiences to stand up for free speech.In a defiant alternative Christmas message on Channel 4, Jimmy Kimmel will liken the first year of Trump’s second administration to the rise of fascism. Continue reading...

Politics

12 h. ago Bathgate MP backs UK Government's expansion of Youth Guarantee scheme

Labour has announced new measures to support 16-24-year-olds across Britain. By expanding its Youth Guarantee scheme with £820 million of new funding, the Government is tackling the problem and giving a brighter future to young people.

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