9 h. ago Government issues response to calls to lower UK energy price cap

An increase to gas and electricity prices came into effect this month

Politics

9 h. ago Government issues update on major pension changes for anyone approaching retirement

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) says proposed changes to pensions pots could boost retirement incomes by 60 per cent

Politics

12 h. ago How much does an electric blanket REALLY cost? Our experts weigh in on how long it takes to recoup the price of a heated throw and whether they're really worth it

Touted as 'lifesavers' by those who own them, heated blankets can deliver targeted warmth for just a few pence an hour - but how much do they really cost against putting on your central heating.

Economics

17 h. ago Scotland's political class is failing the nation and must realise we deserve better

Record View says child poverty rates are a national shame despite the Scottish government’s pledge to make tackling the issue an urgent priority.

Politics

32 h. ago Government issues update on stamp duty reform after plans to 'scrap' tax

It was previously revealed that the Treasury is 'looking at’ new property taxes to replace stamp duty

Politics

33 h. ago HMRC alert as Brits warned 'don't put yourself at risk losing cash'

The governement body has issued a warning to Brits, with thousands of people potentially losing out

Events

55 h. ago Katie Price risks backlash as she poses with pregnant bald cat in very racy music video

KATIE Price has been pouring lots of her energy into her music career lately - and her new video features a controversial cameo from her pregnant cat. The video for her latest single, Best Of Me featuring Lady Ice, landed on YouTube on Saturday. It's an upbeat dance track, where Katie, Lady Ice, and others...

Events

59 h. ago Key UK digital ID change update as Government issues new statement on referendum

The scheme has sparked a big backlash and today officials gave a response

Politics

3 d. ago UK Government issues verdict on Wetherspoons refusing to accept Scottish banknotes

JD Wetherspoon announced in November last year that it was deciding to stop accepting Scottish 20 and 50 notes

Politics

5 d. ago Home Office offers extra resources in bid to undo ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at Aston Villa tie

No 10 says discussions happening ‘at pace’ with West Midlands police asked to provide alternate proposalsThe Home Office is offering extra support to West Midlands police in an effort to reverse its ban on fans of the Israeli football team Maccabi Tel Aviv attending a match at Villa Park next month.After a political outcry about the police decision that would stop Israeli fans going to the match, Downing Street said on Friday that discussions were happening “at pace across government” to resolve the issue. Continue reading...

Society

5 d. ago Ministers locked in talks over ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at Aston Villa tie

No 10 says discussions happening ‘at pace’ to resolve issue after decision by West Midlands police to issue banUK politics live – latest updatesMinisters have been locked in talks in an attempt to persuade West Midlands police to reverse a ban on fans of the Israeli football team Maccabi Tel Aviv attending a match at Villa Park next month.After a political outcry about the decision, Downing Street said on Friday that discussions were happening “at pace, across government” to resolve the issue. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago Government issues major update as first digital cards go live from today

Nearly two million people will have access to their identification via their smartphone from Friday

Politics

6 d. ago UK government 'you've been warned' alert issued to people born in these years

The eye-opening alert comes as UK government launches new campaign

Events

6 d. ago Pope Leo urges world leaders 'not to look the other way' in fighting global hunger

Pope Leo XIV has called on world leaders to act responsibly and address global hunger and conflict

Politics

7 d. ago India to host 2030 Commonwealth Games – next stop the 2036 Olympics?

Ahmedabad is also bid city for 2036 summer GamesConcerns over mismanagement and governance issuesIndia will be formally approved as hosts of the centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030 next month as the country steps up its ambitions to stage the 2036 Olympics.Commonwealth Sport says its executive board had recommended Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, as the host city for the 2030 Games over what it called an “ambitious bid” by Nigeria. The decision still needs to be ratified by a general assembly in Glasgow on 26 November, but multiple sources described that process a formality. Continue reading...

Sport

7 d. ago Government's response to new eye test 'requirement' for drivers at 70 call

The government has responded to calls for all drivers to submit a recent eye test result when applying for a driving licence renewal at 70

Politics

7 d. ago NS&I issues unclaimed Premium Bonds update and says 'prizes are never lost'

The government has issued advice to Premium Bond holders to unite with unclaimed prizes

Politics

7 d. ago Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood warns failure over borders 'eroding credibility of state'

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will call for a 'joined-up international response' to illegal migration as she gathers with European allies on Wednesday

Events

8 d. ago Government issues update on major leasehold reform for UK households

The changes could make it easier and cheaper for leaseholders to extend their leases or buy their freehold

Politics

8 d. ago Bellway calls for Government to ‘commit’ to addressing home affordability issues

The housebuilder nonetheless said it sold more homes over the past year.

Politics