Reeves Launches £1.2bn Universal Credit Crackdown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a £1.2bn crackdown on Universal Credit fraud while scrapping the two-child limit. Discover the budget's impact on welfare and taxes.
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Rachel Reeves' Crucial Budget for Economic Stability
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a pivotal budget to restore economic calm. Can she deliver bold tax-and-spend decisions to make future budgets reassuringly dull?
Frank: Spurs Not Close to £100m Transfers Like Arsenal
Tottenham manager Thomas Frank discusses the club's transfer strategy, revealing they're not ready for £100m signings despite new investment. Can they challenge Arsenal?
Government can't track £1.4bn consultancy spending
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to halve the UK's £1.36bn consultancy bill, but a damning NAO report reveals inconsistent data hinders progress tracking. Discover the fiscal challenge.
Premier League clubs vote on financial overhaul
Premier League clubs meet to decide on new financial rules including spending caps and anchoring that could reshape English football's competitive balance.
Microsoft 'ripped off NHS' in £700m deal, say MPs
Labour MP alleges Microsoft overcharged the NHS in major software contracts as MPs call for more government spending with British tech firms. Discover the details.
UK military funding crisis exposes national vulnerability
Parliamentary committee warns UK lacks credible defence funding plan as armed forces shrink to historic lows. Read the stark assessment of Britain's military readiness.
Islington triples homelessness spending to £15m
Islington Council's homelessness budget soared from £5m to £15m in one year as temporary accommodation demand spikes. Discover how the borough is tackling London's housing crisis.
Reform and Tories Battle Over Budget Spending Cuts
Nigel Farage's Reform UK and Kemi Badenoch's Conservatives intensify pressure on Labour with £72bn spending cut demands ahead of crucial Budget. Read the full analysis.
Budget tensions rise as PM travels overseas
Exclusive analysis from Politics At Sam And Anne's podcast reveals growing concerns as the Prime Minister's overseas trips coincide with Whitehall budget tensions. Listen now for insider political insights.
EFL rejects League One salary cap plans
EFL chairman Rick Parry will not support radical proposals from League One clubs for a £4.7m salary cap and luxury tax system. Discover the future of football finance.
2026 UK & European Festival Line-Ups Revealed
Plan your 2026 summer with the best UK and European music festivals. From Glastonbury's break to exclusive Lily Allen shows and world-class headliners across Europe.
Hemp provision jeopardises US spending bill
A last-minute hemp ban in the US funding bill causes Republican dissent, threatening to derail efforts to end the government shutdown. Key industry figures react.
UK cuts AIDS, TB and malaria funding by £150m
The UK reduces its pledge to the Global Fund by 15%, a move charities warn jeopardises the fight against preventable diseases. Discover the impact on global health.
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.
7 BNPL Tips for a Debt-Free Christmas
Expert advice on using Buy Now Pay Later services wisely this festive season. Learn how to manage BNPL debt and protect your credit score with our essential tips.
Retail sales slump ahead of Budget and Black Friday
UK retail sales growth slowed to 1.6% in October, the weakest since May, as consumers tighten spending ahead of the Autumn Budget. Retailers pin hopes on Black Friday boost.
Tesco Loses Cheapest Supermarket Crown in Price Shake-Up
New retail analysis reveals Tesco is no longer Britain's cheapest traditional supermarket, while Aldi faces challenges maintaining its discount dominance amidst rising costs.
UK's Christmas splurge on pet gifts revealed
New research reveals UK pet owners plan to spend millions on Christmas gifts for cats and dogs, raising questions about festive spending priorities.
British Army's Ajax Vehicle: Worth the £5.5bn Price Tag?
The British Army's new Ajax fighting vehicles face intense scrutiny as noise injuries, delays and budget overruns plague the troubled defence programme. Are these high-tech machines worth their staggering price tag?
PMQs: Minister accused of £6bn defence spending error
Tensions flare at Prime Minister's Questions as Labour's David Lammy confronts Defence Minister James Cartlidge over a disputed £6 billion defence spending calculation error.
Roblox Child Safety Investigation: Hidden Dangers Exposed
New investigation reveals serious concerns about child safety, predatory practices, and inadequate parental controls within the popular Roblox gaming platform used by millions of children worldwide.
Reform UK Pension Plan Could Cost Billions Extra
Prospect union analysis reveals Reform UK's proposed public sector pension changes could add billions to government spending, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.
High Street Jewellery Giants Struggle as Sales Decline
Signet Jewelers and Watches of Switzerland face challenging times as consumer spending slows and competition intensifies in the UK jewellery market.
Arsenal's youth spending 'unprecedented' says Slavia chief
Slavia Prague director reveals Arsenal's extraordinary financial might in youth transfers, calling their spending 'absolutely unprecedented' in football history.
Canada's deficit soars as Carney fights Trump tariffs
In a dramatic fiscal shift, Canada's new Liberal government under Mark Carney unveils a budget adding tens of billions to the deficit, deploying massive spending to counter economic damage from Trump's tariffs.
Rachel Reeves blames predecessors for economic challenges
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism after blaming predecessors for economic challenges while avoiding questions about her own responsibility in navigating Britain's financial predicament.
Trump's Palace Project Amid American Hunger Crisis
As Donald Trump constructs his opulent Florida residence, millions of Americans face food insecurity in a stark tale of two Americas. The Full Story podcast investigates the growing inequality divide.
Shot put champion aims for bobsleigh at Winter Olympics
British shot put champion Amelia Strickler is trading the throwing circle for the ice track as she aims to pilot Team GB's bobsleigh at Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics in a remarkable sporting transformation.
Council's lavish spending on staff meals and hotels revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals Hounslow Council spent thousands on fine dining and luxury hotels while implementing austerity measures affecting local residents.
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