13 h. ago £100 contactless payment rule to be scrapped in 2026 in major change

The change could affect all shoppers from March next year

Economics

14 h. ago DWP major change to PIP benefit reviews in bid to save £1.9billion

The DWP says changes will include the time between checks on whether a claimant still qualifies for Personal Independence Payment

Economics

3 d. ago New Labour planning rules pave the way for thousands of suburban gardens to be bulldozed for new housing with nimby neighbours blocked from protesting

Ministers unveiled sweeping changes to the planning system in a 'desperate' bid to rescue Labour's target to build 1.5 million new homes.

Events

3 d. ago Government responds to calls for major tax rule change for state pensioners

Almost 40,000 people have signed a petition calling for the tax free allowance for the state pension to be doubled

Politics

4 d. ago Women who say they were tricked into servitude for Opus Dei to meet in Argentina

Pope urged organisers to hold conference after 43 women alleged they were exploited as minors by Catholic groupBuenos Aires will on Tuesday host the first-ever international gathering of former Opus Dei members who say they were tricked and trafficked into domestic servitude as minors – allegations that have drawn scrutiny of the powerful, secretive Catholic group. Pope Leo XIV privately urged organisers to convene the conference, the Guardian has learned.Forty-three women in Argentina say they were lured to Opus Dei schools as children and teenagers under promises of receiving an education. Instead, they say they were forced into working up to 12-hour days, cooking and cleaning for the elite male members, without pay. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago St Mirren vs Celtic LIVE SCORE: Nancy makes two huge changes as Hoops bid to retain League Cup against Buddies – updates

THE first piece of silverware of the Scottish football season will be held aloft today as St Mirren and Celtic do battle for the Premier Sports Cup. And new Hoops boss Wilfried Nancy has made a couple of BIG changes as he looks for what would be a huge first win in charge. It's been...

Events

8 d. ago Football fans fear Trump tourism rule will lead to one major problem at World Cup 2026

The United States is co-hosting the FIFA 2026 World alongside neighbours, Canada and Mexico, but a proposal by the Trump administration may scupper many fans' plans to attend

Politics

8 d. ago Meta shuts down global accounts linked to abortion advice and queer content

More than 50 organisations report sites being restricted or removed, with abortion hotlines blocked and posts showing non-explicit nudity triggering warningsMeta has removed or restricted dozens of accounts belonging to abortion access providers, queer groups and reproductive health organisations in the past weeks in what campaigners call one of the “biggest waves of censorship” on its platforms in years.The takedowns and restrictions began in October and targeted the Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp accounts of more than 50 organisations worldwide, some serving tens of thousands of people – in what appears to be a growing push by Meta to limit reproductive health and queer content across its platforms. Many of these were from Europe and the UK, however the bans also affected groups serving women in Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago NHS Lanarkshire launches survey to gather feedback from women and families on services

The views will help shape future services and ensure they meet the needs of those who matter most.

Politics

1 week ago Claudia Winkleman beams as she receives MBE from the King ahead of Strictly Come Dancing exit

The presenter, 53, was recognised alongside her Strictly co-host Tess Daly, with both women recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to broadcasting

Politics

1 week ago More than 40pc of young drivers admit breaking major '£12,000' driving rule

IAM Roadsmart carried out a study involving drivers in the UK - and its findings make for concerning reading

Economics

2 w. ago Another country reintroduces voluntary military service with new plan to counter Russia

The move comes as Germany commits billions of euros to modernising its military equipment

Events

2 w. ago I'm A Celeb reveals major rule change for campmates just days before final

This year's I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! final is three days away and now the celebrities have been informed of a huge shake-up affecting life in camp

Politics

2 w. ago I'm A Celeb announce major rule change with just days to go until 2025 final

There's just three days to go until the King or Queen of the Jungle for 2025 is finally announced - but will any camp chores get done in the meantime?

Politics

2 w. ago Trafford Centre issue parking update amid major rule change now in force

The Trafford Centre introduced new time limits on parking earlier this year - and bosses are reminding shoppers of the rules now that the festive season has well and truly begun

Politics

2 w. ago Trafford Centre issues parking update amid major rule change now in force

The Trafford Centre introduced new time limits on parking earlier this year - and bosses are reminding shoppers of the rules now that the festive season has well and truly begun

Politics

2 w. ago Man Utd told VAR intervention was a 'mistake' after major Premier League rule change

Manchester United became the first Premier League team affected by a controversial rule change as Jean-Philippe Mateta was allowed to retake his penalty following an accidental double-touch in their 2-1 win over Crystal Palace.

Politics

2 w. ago I'm A Celebrity stars caught with more banned items and bosses left 'furious'

I'm A Celebrity has been thrown into chaos as another star has reportedly broken a major rule and smuggled banned items into camp

Events

2 w. ago Swiss voters consider whether women, like all male citizens, must do national service

Swiss voters are deciding whether women should be required to do national service like men

Politics

2 w. ago Five things that viewers are talking about in I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here

After the first celebrity bid farewell to the jungle, change was afoot

Politics