Five-Day NHS Doctor Strike Begins in England
Thousands of resident doctors in England begin a five-day strike over pay erosion. NHS warns of major disruption to appointments and operations as government refuses further pay uplift.
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Junior Doctors Announce New Strike Over Pay
Junior doctors in England are returning to picket lines in January 2026 after pay talks collapse. The BMA demands full pay restoration as the government faces another NHS crisis.
Junior doctors begin 13th NHS strike over pay
Thousands of junior doctors in England begin 13th strike since 2023 over pay erosion. Health Secretary refuses pay uplift as NHS warns of major disruptions to appointments and operations.
NHS Consultants Threaten Strike Over Pay Dispute
Hospital consultants demand 5.5% pay rise and threaten industrial action if government fails to meet December deadline. Read about the escalating NHS crisis.
Winter NHS crisis as doctors' strike begins
Health Secretary Wes Streeting confronts a five-day doctors' strike amid rising flu cases and record waiting lists. Can the NHS withstand this winter's pressure?
NHS waiting lists shrink under Wes Streeting
Health Secretary Wes Streeting sees a slight drop in NHS waiting lists amid a challenging week where he denied plotting against the Prime Minister. Sky News Daily podcast analysis.
NHS braced for toughest winter after record A&E waits
NHS England data reveals record October A&E waits, with 40% of patients delayed over 4 hours. Health chiefs warn of severe winter pressures amid rising flu and doctor strikes.
NHS England to cut 18,000 jobs in major restructure
Around 18,000 NHS staff in England face redundancy as part of a sweeping government reform. Learn how the voluntary redundancy scheme works and the impact on the health service.
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.
NHS to cut 18,000 jobs in major England reorganisation
Major NHS restructuring in England will see 18,000 roles cut. Ministers promise £1bn savings for frontline care, while unions warn of expertise loss and service disruption.
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.
Reeves rejects £1bn NHS redundancy funding plea
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has denied a £1bn emergency funding request from Health Secretary Wes Streeting to cover NHS redundancy payouts for 18,000 staff. Discover the implications for the health service.
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.
NHS staff face intimidation from St George's flags
Health bosses warn St George's flags create intimidating 'no-go zones' for NHS staff, particularly black and Asian workers. Read about the impact on community healthcare.
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.
NHS staff feel intimidated by flags creating 'no-go zones'
NHS staff report feeling deliberately intimidated by St George's flags, creating 'no-go zones' in communities. Health leaders warn of a return to 'ugly' racism impacting patient care.
NHS faces generic-only drug future warns AstraZeneca
The CEO of pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca warns that UK patients may be limited to generic medicines unless the NHS increases what it pays for innovative new treatments, raising concerns about healthcare quality and medical research funding.
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?
Junior Doctors Strike After Government Offer Rejected
Fresh wave of junior doctor strikes set to paralyse NHS after Wes Streeting's eleventh-hour pay proposal fails to avert industrial action. Thousands of appointments expected to be cancelled.
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.
London Doctor Jailed for NHS £268k Fraud
A South London GP has been sentenced to prison after admitting to a sophisticated fraud that drained nearly £270,000 from the NHS through fake invoices and false claims.
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.
NHS staff face '70s-style racism crisis
Health Secretary Wes Streeting reveals shocking accounts of racist abuse against NHS staff, comparing current hostility levels to the worst periods of the 1970s and 80s.
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