45 h. ago New 'MIS' intelligence service launched as UK faces 'increasing hostile threat'

The government said the 'major overhaul' of intelligence comes amid rising threats from hostile states and terrorists

Events

53 h. ago Austerity cuts likely caused surge in disability benefit claims, research finds

Making a rough estimate of the effect of all non-disability cuts to benefits and tax changes between 2010 and 2019, the IFS found it increased disability benefit spending by £900 million

Politics

59 h. ago Seven things you need to know about plans to halve rough sleeping

The Government has unveiled a major new homeless strategy, backed by £3.5billion in funding to tackle the number of people forced to live rough on the streets or in temporary accommodation

Politics

67 h. ago Government issues major warning as 85,000 tumble dryers present fire risk

An urgent safety check has been issued for heat pump tumble dryers with Brits being told 'do not use'.

Events

69 h. ago Good Morning Britain halted for major news update as Government humiliated

Homelessness in the UK is set to become even more prevalent with new figures revealing that more than 380,000 people in England do not have a permanent home this Christmas, up eight per cent on last year

Politics

3 d. ago Scandal of homelessness to be halved by 2030, ministers pledge

It forms part of a major new homeless strategy published by the Government, and backed by £3.5billion in funding to tackle the number of people forced to live rough on the streets

Politics

4 d. ago Welsh Government makes major announcement on free school meals

Councils will get an extra £8m to give all primary children, regardless of income, free lunch each day. The extra cash is to cover rising costs and adds 20p per meal

Politics

5 d. ago Government told to make major change to UK road crossings in 'safety issue' warning

Researchers have called for changes to be made to pedestrian crossings in light of a new study

Events

5 d. ago Britain is stuck with a failed Brexit that neither citizens or leaders want. Here are three ways to fix that | Stella Creasy

While those who defend the status quo and those who say ‘simply rejoin’ the EU are both wrong, there is a new mood and a clear opportunityBeing right that Brexit was a bad idea is no substitute for knowing what to do next. Our chance of salvaging something from the mess it created is being undermined by those selling false hope – either that Brexit can work, or that it can be easily undone. For the 16,000 businesses that have now given up trading with Europe because of paperwork, prospects remain bleak unless the government stops offering a sticking plaster and starts major surgery on our future with Europe.Forgive pro-Europeans for thinking the momentum is now with us. Labour has been slow to say what it wants from the EU reset, and slower still to acknowledge the inevitable tradeoffs required. Until the summer, ministers promised to “make Brexit work” and endlessly repeated “red lines”. Yet in recent weeks, a major study has found that leaving the EU cost the UK 6-8% of GDP per ca...

Politics

5 d. ago Britain is stuck with a failed Brexit that neither citizens nor leaders want. Here are three ways to fix that | Stella Creasy

While those who defend the status quo and those who say ‘simply rejoin’ the EU are both wrong, there is a new mood and a clear opportunityBeing right that Brexit was a bad idea is no substitute for knowing what to do next. Our chance of salvaging something from the mess it created is being undermined by those selling false hope – either that Brexit can work, or that it can be easily undone. For the 16,000 businesses that have now given up trading with Europe because of paperwork, prospects remain bleak unless the government stops offering a sticking plaster and starts major surgery on our future with Europe.Forgive pro-Europeans for thinking the momentum is now with us. Labour has been slow to say what it wants from the EU reset, and slower still to acknowledge the inevitable tradeoffs required. Until the summer, ministers promised to “make Brexit work” and endlessly repeated “red lines”. Yet in recent weeks, a major study has found that leaving the EU cost the UK 6-8% of GDP per ca...

Politics

8 d. ago FAA launches investigation into US airlines over flight cuts ordered during the shutdown

The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into whether U.S. airlines complied with an emergency order to cut flights at 40 major airports during the recent government shutdown

Events

9 d. ago Universal Credit rule change to help more working parents get help with childcare costs

WORKING parents on Universal Credit are set for a major boost, as the Government unveils new support to cut the crippling cost of childcare. Ministers have confirmed that Universal Credit rules will change next year to stop families from falling into a "debt trap" when they try to return to work. The strategy targets one...

Society

9 d. ago Report takes aim at Fifa and IOC over policies for athletes convicted of sexual assault

The collaborative report said a lack of clear standards across borders creates confusion for big events like the World Cup and OlympicsWith the draw for the 2026 Fifa World Cup set to take place on Friday, a report examining the participation of athletes convicted of sexual offences at major sporting events has highlighted significant distrust of international sports governing bodies in how they deal with these situations.The report, titled No One Wants to Talk About It, is the result of interviews with elite athletes directly affected by sexual abuse and is intended to gauge attitudes around the eligibility and accreditation criteria for athletes with prior criminal sexual convictions and their participation at mega sporting events. Continue reading...

Events

9 d. ago New changes to carer benefits for people in Scotland due next year

The Carer’s Allowance case transfer from DWP to Social Security Scotland has been completed.

Politics

1 week ago BBC finance expert on 26% pension change and how Brits can benefit from scheme

Draw downs allow Brits to take 25% out of their pension pot tax free and leave the rest invested, and the amount of people opting for this approach has increased dramatically

Economics

1 week ago Government announces major changes set to save new parents 'up to £500'

The Prime Minister said the plan aims to "lift half a million children out of poverty"

Politics

1 week ago Waspi women issued major compensation update after government 'agreement'

A hearing which was due to take place on Wednesday this week is not going ahead

Politics

1 week ago Jury trials scrapped for thousands of cases: The four things you need to know

Everything you need to know about the Labour Government's major shake-up to the courts system as thousands of cases are set to no longer have access to jury trials

Politics

1 week ago Bulgaria's government withdraws controversial budget after major protests

Bulgaria’s government said Tuesday it is withdrawing a controversial budget proposal after protests against it drew tens of thousands of people and saw clashes between police and protesters

Politics

1 week ago Christmas payment changes for people on State Pension, PIP, Universal Credit and other benefits

Full list of DWP, HMRC and Social Security Scotland payment date changes during the festive fortnight.

Economics