32 m. ago Sir Keir Starmer speaks out on DWP benefits changes as he slams 'devastating' £70bn bill

The Prime Minister has defended a £5billion cut to welfare and said the rising cost of sickness and disability benefits has "wreaked a terrible human cost"

Economics

21 h. ago Coronation Street schedule change sees episode axed this week

Viewers of the soap opera will see an episode aired earlier this week due to a scheduling conflict later in the week

Politics

37 h. ago Hairdressers call for tax reform in ‘save our salons’ Westminster protest

The British Hair Consortium wants VAT on labour costs to be cut from 20% to 10% in the Spring Statement.

Events

42 h. ago DWP PIP overhaul for more than 3million Brits causes angry backlash

Liz Kendall is expected to set out plans for reform on Tuesday in an effort to get more people back to work and cut the cost of a benefits bill described by ministers as 'unsustainable'

Politics

56 h. ago Bonfire of bureaucracy: Regulators told to cut costs for firms as Wes Streeting says 'more change to come'

Chancellor Rachel Reeves (pictured) will summon regulators to Downing Street today to demand they cut the cost of red tape for businesses by a quarter.

Economics

56 h. ago Reeves to outline plan to cut regulation costs and boost growth

Chancellor will meet regulators after calling for action to restrict their scope in bid to save businesses billionsRachel Reeves will meet UK regulators on Monday after calling for more action to restrict red tape and spur economic growth.The chancellor argued that government plans would reduce costly delays and disputes, saving businesses billions, and said regulators must accept a more streamlined decision-making process. Continue reading...

Politics

56 h. ago Chancellor summons regulators to Downing Street in war on red tape

The Government has pledged to cut the number of quangos and slash the cost of regulation by 25%.

Events

61 h. ago 'Scrapping NHS England means Labour has no one to blame if it fails to deliver'

'Health Secretary Wes Streeting is impatient for change as he knows the Government will have a big problem if it doesn't slash NHS waits by the general election,' writes Mirror Political Editor Lizzy Buchan

Events

64 h. ago Wes Streeting confronted on accusations of ‘Labour changing into Tories’ over welfare reform

Wes Streeting was confronted over accusations that Labour is "changing into the Tories" due to the government's welfare reforms.

Politics

4 d. ago Rugby star fears businesses will shut in Scotland's 'most beautiful town' due to 2 years of roadworks

The High Street in South Queensferry is changing, and the independent business owners are worried for the future

Economics

4 d. ago Coronation Street told 'outrageous' as unexpected change takes place on cobbles after 35 years

Viewers of the ITV soap were left surprised as Audrey Robets made a decision

Politics

4 d. ago Coronation Street legend Audrey Roberts set for big move after 35 years on ITV soap

Coronation Street's iconic Audrey Roberts is undergoing a massive life change after decades living in the same 'posh' area of Weatherfield

Politics

5 d. ago McDonald’s franchises told to tackle sexual harassment or face regulator action

Earlier this year, more than 700 people who were aged 19 or younger when working at McDonald’s instructed law firm Leigh Day to take legal action.

Events

5 d. ago Why is NHS England being axed – and will it save the government money?

The NHS England workforce will be halved in a bid to slash costs and cut duplication, but will it work?

Politics

7 d. ago I’m a transgender veteran. Trump’s military order is reckless and dangerous | Alleria Stanley

Trans people are twice as likely as US adults overall to serve in the armed forces. But we’re regularly told our careers and lives aren’t worth savingLate last month, the Trump administration moved to fire transgender people serving in the armed forces.This includes those who have honorably served for for 19 years (one year short of retirement) those who’ve served honorably in combat situations, and those in whom the military has already invested millions of dollars in training. Continue reading...

Events

8 d. ago Coronation Street cast: which characters are joining and leaving in 2025? Full list

Coronation Street will see some major cast changes in 2025 and beyond 📺

Politics

8 d. ago High street firms face £1bn 'tsunami' of surging costs as business rate cut

The changes were announced in last year's autumn Budget, with the Government committing to keeping the discount scheme for the next financial year but cutting the level of relief

Economics

9 d. ago Minister vows 'radical' changes to the Civil Service under cost

Pat McFadden unveiled plans for major reform of Whitehall in a bid to modernise and cut the eye-watering cost of the system to taxpayers.

Politics

9 d. ago Dehumidifier that's 'amazing for winter months' and saves on bills gets price axed in sale

With Ofcom announcing a 6.4% rise in the energy price cap, it's worth investing in a dehumidifier, which can help cut down on the cost of bills and keep your home free of damp and mold

Economics

1 week ago 'Beautiful' Vera Wang perfume that gets compliments with 'each wear' slashed to £23

The fruity and floral fragrance by Vera Wang has had its price cut by 72%, meaning it now costs less that £23

Economics