Reform Public Procurement to Boost UK Growth
Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to reform the UK's £400bn public procurement system, criticised as bureaucratic and costly, to drive economic growth and savings.
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Nauru leader's secret Canberra visit sparks scrutiny
Nauru's President David Adeang made surprise meetings with Australian ministers amid deportation transfers and alleged bikie gang security contracts. Read the full investigation.
Migrant Hotel Chain Rated UK's Worst For Satisfaction
Exclusive investigation uncovers how a major hotel group accommodating asylum seekers received the UK's lowest guest satisfaction scores while earning millions from government contracts.
McGinn: Proving myself against younger, sexier players
Aston Villa and Scotland star John McGinn opens up about the constant pressure to prove himself against younger talent in modern football's competitive landscape.
Michelle Mone-linked firm owes £39m in taxes
A company connected to Conservative peer Michelle Mone owes HMRC £39 million in unpaid taxes, raising fresh questions about government procurement during the pandemic.
Starbucks baristas strike in major UK union dispute
Thousands of Starbucks workers across Britain are walking out in what could become the largest strike in the company's UK history, demanding fair contracts and proper union recognition.
Police hunt prisoner mistakenly freed in London
Metropolitan Police launch urgent search for Mohammed Arage, mistakenly freed from custody while awaiting sentencing for serious offences. The public is warned not to approach.
Clearsprings Profits Plunge in Asylum Accommodation Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals dramatic profit decline at Clearsprings Ready Homes, the billion-pound firm housing asylum seekers across Britain, amid growing controversy over accommodation standards.
Woman fights off attacker in Muswell Hill - man arrested
A brave young woman fought back against a violent attacker in Muswell Hill during a shocking daylight incident that has left the community reeling.
Poorer areas suffer worst air pollution in England and Wales
Shocking new data reveals a stark environmental divide as deprived neighbourhoods across England and Wales suffer from significantly worse air quality, raising serious health equity concerns.
Denmark rushes to fix Chinese electric bus security flaw
Danish authorities scramble to patch security vulnerabilities in Chinese-made electric buses that could allow remote access to critical systems, raising national security concerns across Europe.
Sydney Transport Chaos: Trains Halt, Buses Gridlocked
Major transport disruption grips Sydney as signal failures cripple train services while road closures create bus gridlock, leaving thousands stranded during peak hours.
Second escaped monkey shot in Mississippi
Authorities in Mississippi confirm second monkey from research facility truck escape has been killed, raising questions about animal transport safety protocols.
Labor accused of hiding 'jobs for mates' report
Explosive allegations emerge as Labor faces accusations of concealing a damaging report revealing political favouritism in public sector appointments. Opposition demands transparency.
Killer's brother warned of murder risk years before Southport attack
Exclusive: Chilling warning from killer's brother about violent threats uncovered in Southport attack inquiry. Family feared tragedy years before it happened.
Child obesity hits highest level since pandemic
Shocking new NHS data reveals obesity levels in young children have reached their highest point outside of pandemic years, with stark inequalities between wealthy and deprived areas.
Artist apologises for controversial Nazi camp arch installation
A US artist faces widespread condemnation after constructing a replica Nazi concentration camp arch in Pennsylvania, sparking outrage from Jewish groups and prompting an emotional public apology.
Pregnancy drug victims demand public inquiry
Campaigners fighting for justice after anti-nausea drug Primodos caused devastating birth defects call for urgent government investigation into historic medical scandal.
Tommy Robinson found not guilty in public order case
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson has been acquitted of public order offences after a tense confrontation at a London hotel housing asylum seekers. The verdict concludes a controversial case that divided public opinion.
How fear is poisoning British politics
An alarming culture of intimidation is spreading through British politics, with public servants and MPs facing unprecedented threats that threaten the very foundations of our democracy.
Sydney Tobacco Stores Shut in Historic Health Crackdown
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements world-leading anti-smoking legislation targeting community health.
Londoners push for Tube snogging ban before 10am
New research reveals Londoners want to ban kissing and snogging on the Underground before 10am, with many commuters finding early morning PDA unacceptable during rush hour.
London council wins vape shop court battle
Havering Council secures major legal victory to shut down illegal vape retailer in Romford, setting precedent for crackdown on shops selling to children.
UK Government's AI Spending: Exclusive Figures Revealed
New data exposes the staggering amount UK government departments are pouring into artificial intelligence technology, with spending reaching unprecedented levels across Whitehall.
Mental Health Experts, Not Police, For Crisis Calls
Exclusive analysis reveals how sending mental health professionals instead of armed officers to emergency calls could save lives and transform public safety in the UK.
Labour leaders signal potential tax increases ahead of budget
Labour leaders hint at possible tax rises to fund public services, breaking with pre-election tradition in unusual pre-budget speech positioning.
Birmingham bus attacked with firework rocket launcher
Dramatic video captures the moment a Birmingham bus driver was targeted by a yob armed with a makeshift firework launcher, forcing passengers to flee in terror.
Train attacker's chilling warning before stabbing
Shocking details emerge as a knifeman on a London train warned passengers of his intentions moments before a brutal stabbing that's left the city on edge.
Huntingdon stabbings expose UK's failed security debate
The tragic Huntingdon train station attack reveals how political fixation on immigration numbers is failing communities and undermining real public safety solutions.
Train mass stabbing: 15 minutes of terror revealed
A detailed account of the horrific mass stabbing aboard a commuter train, where 15 minutes of violence left multiple victims and raised urgent questions about public transport safety.
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