Canada Water affordable housing cut from 35% to 3%
Sadiq Khan to decide on future of multi-billion pound Canada Water Masterplan after developer British Land seeks drastic affordable housing reduction. Read the latest.
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Before the Millennium review: A powerful theatrical reckoning
A powerful new play at Oxford's Old Fire Station explores the legacy of Section 28 and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Discover this must-see theatrical reckoning.
South Londoner battles eviction by homelessness charity
A Lewisham tenant faces court after a homelessness charity served a Section 21 notice. Kim Mansell disputes £1,885 arrears, claiming the charity aims to raise rent before new laws. Read the full story.
Labour's £2bn Budget Boost for Scotland and Wales
Scottish and Welsh Labour leaders hail £2bn funding increase and end of two-child benefit cap in Rachel Reeves' budget, hoping to reverse polling deficits ahead of May elections.
Richmond Council drops legal challenge over funding
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
Keeps Secures £1.2M Funding from Investor Rush
London-based sports platform Keeps closes £1.2 million funding round as investors target sports sector. Discover how this impacts UK sports technology investment landscape.
London schools repay £653k after postcode error
London nurseries and schools must repay over £650,000 after a data entry mistake with postcodes led to significant funding overpayments. Councils are now recovering funds.
Council funding shake-up boosts North and Midlands
Deprived towns in northern England and the Midlands secure major funding increases in a landmark local authority reform, redirecting cash from affluent areas to post-industrial communities.
Section 21 Evictions Banned from May
England bans no-fault evictions from May, but Guardian analysis reveals two-thirds of councils failed to prosecute a single landlord in three years. Will new renters' rights be enforced?
Croydon Council sues government over £10.8m funding
Croydon Council launches legal challenge against government's decision to withhold £10.8m in funding, potentially affecting local services. Read the full story.
Up to 350 jobs cut at Australia's CSIRO
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 further job cuts, described as 'some of the worst cuts ever seen' for publicly funded science.
Bezos launches AI startup with $6.2bn funding
Jeff Bezos appoints himself co-CEO of new AI venture Project Prometheus, securing massive $6.2bn funding and hiring 100 staff from top tech firms. Discover the details.
UK SMEs start with less than £6,000
New research reveals the average UK small business starts with under £6,000, with many founders relying on personal savings and loans. Discover the financial tightrope and the support available.
Gap Years: More Than Just Travel for UK Students
Discover why gap years are becoming essential for UK students to save money and gain maturity before university, especially for those from regional areas facing financial pressures.
Only 2% of tenant complaints lead to enforcement
Exclusive data shows English councils prosecuted just 64 landlords despite 300,000 tenant complaints about unfit housing. New rights may remain 'symbolic' without proper funding.
Judge blocks Trump's UC funding cut over antisemitism
A federal judge has barred the Trump administration from cutting funding to the University of California over alleged antisemitism. Read the full ruling details.
Enfield Council's £1.2bn Debt Crisis
An auditor has issued statutory recommendations to Enfield Council to de-risk its £1.286bn debt, warning that its financial reserves have fallen below a safe threshold. Discover the full story.
University Leader Slams International Student Levy Plan
Manchester University Vice-Chancellor warns proposed 6% surcharge on international fees will 'hurt the sector' and damage UK's global education standing. Read why this policy concerns universities.
UK's 6% Student Tax Risks £621m University Funding
MP Virenda Sharma warns Britain's proposed international student tax undermines trade relations with India and risks driving talent to competitors like Canada and Australia.
Why Running the BBC Remains an Impossible Job
Exploring why leading the BBC has become Britain's most challenging media role amid political pressure, funding crises and digital disruption. Discover the key challenges.
UK cuts Global Fund by 15%, risking African health crisis
Britain reduces Global Fund pledge by £150m despite co-hosting replenishment drive. Campaigners warn cuts will force African nations to make impossible healthcare choices and risk thousands of lives.
Judge blocks Trump's UC funding cuts
A federal judge has permanently barred the Trump administration from withholding funds from University of California over vaccine policies. Read the full ruling details.
English councils sell assets to avoid bankruptcy
Survey reveals most English councils are selling public assets like sports centres to fund soaring social care costs, with many also planning council tax hikes.
SEND funding crisis pushes councils to brink
Spiralling special educational needs costs threaten to bankrupt most English councils by 2028. Experts demand urgent government action to fix the £6.6 billion deficit. Read the full report.
Assisted Dying Bill Fuels Palliative Care Debate
As the assisted dying bill progresses, UK lawmakers and medical professionals debate the crucial balance between palliative care improvements and end-of-life choice.
15th-Century Flemish Triptych Worth £3.5m Found in Dorset
A 15th-century Flemish triptych discovered during almshouse renovations in Sherborne, Dorset, has been valued at £3.5m. The artwork will be auctioned to fund social housing projects in the historic market town.
Special needs services face 'total collapse' in England
Special educational needs services in England face total collapse with councils warning of £18bn deficits by 2030. Urgent reforms needed to prevent widespread bankruptcy.
Your Party Rejects £600k Donation Transfer
Jeremy Corbyn's Your Party faces internal conflict as allies reject Zarah Sultana's £600,000 transfer offer. Discover the full story behind the funding dispute.
Renters' Rights Act Start Date: May 2026
The UK Government confirms the Renters' Rights Act starts May 1, 2026, ending Section 21 evictions. Discover what the new tenant protections mean for you.
Tasmania approves $1.3bn Hobart stadium project
Tasmanian parliament greenlights contentious Macquarie Point stadium while federal government commits $37m to childcare safety reforms. Read the latest developments.
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