DWP boss blames carers for £300m allowance scandal
A top DWP civil servant has blamed claimants for the carer's allowance crisis, contradicting an official review that found systemic failures. Over 180,000 carers face life-changing debts.
A top DWP civil servant has blamed claimants for the carer's allowance crisis, contradicting an official review that found systemic failures. Over 180,000 carers face life-changing debts.
Discover the standout poetry collections of 2025, from Forward Prize winners Karen Solie and Vidyan Ravinthiran to Seamus Heaney's collected works and Simon Armitage's new verse. Explore the year's most innovative and powerful poems.
Your guide to the week's top streaming releases. Simon Cowell hunts for a new boyband on Netflix, Taylor Swift's Eras Tour documentary lands on Disney+, plus new Star Wars, Percy Jackson and more.
Simon Cowell launches a new Netflix show to find a boyband, but must adapt his brutal judging style for a social media-savvy generation. Can the old formula still work?
A new book showcases Scotland's finest Brutalist architecture, revealing the social vision behind the concrete. Discover the buildings that defined a postwar era.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils a significant cabinet reshuffle, promoting allies and shifting key portfolios. Discover the new political landscape and its implications.
Simon Cowell addresses Liam Payne's revelations about One Direction's confinement struggles and reflects on the late singer's tragic death. Read his emotional response.
Discover what's on this week, from Sydney Sweeney's boxing biopic Christy to Sabaton's arena tour and a Neil Young album reissue. Your complete guide to UK culture.
Professor Simon Lavington, who preserved Britain's computing heritage and led youth sailing trips, has died at 85. Discover his remarkable legacy in technology and education.
Simon Jordan urges Arne Slot to drop Mohamed Salah for Liverpool's crucial West Ham match. Can the Reds halt their three-game losing streak? Read the latest.
Biffy Clyro frontman Simon Neil issues a heartfelt apology after a visa application error forces the band to postpone their US tour. Find out the new dates and the band's reaction.
Simon Cowell reveals his extreme 'blood washing' treatment to stay young. The music mogul also opens up on contemplating cryopreservation and addresses the tragic death of Liam Payne.
Former EastEnders heartthrob Nick Berry looks completely different with thick grey beard in Essex sighting. The 61-year-old actor who played Simon 'Wicksy' Wicks left acting to become stay-at-home dad.
A 40-year-old Tottenham man is accused of murdering two women found in similar positions and raping a third. He appeared at the Old Bailey via videolink.
Simon Harmer's six-wicket haul seals a dominant 408-run victory for South Africa, completing a 2-0 Test series sweep against world champions India in Guwahati.
Tributes pour in for Simon Rietbergen, the forestry expert who helped establish the UN's Great Green Wall Initiative to combat deforestation in Africa's Sahel region.
Simon Cowell addresses criticism over Liam Payne's tragic death in emotional interview. The music mogul defends his role in One Direction star's career while remembering their final conversation.
Simon Levy faces new murder charge for killing Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo while already accused of another woman's death. Police appeal for witnesses to come forward.
A 40-year-old man faces charges for the murders of two women in London and the rape of a third victim in a complex police investigation. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
Simon Levy faces charges for murders of Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo and Sheryl Wilkins, plus rape of another woman. Police urge victims to come forward.
Simon Levy, 40, faces charges for the murders of two women and the rape of a third. Police are appealing for information as court hearings proceed.
HP's Neil Sawyer warns UK firms to get ahead of rising cyber threats. Learn why attacks are inevitable and how proactive defence is crucial for business security.
Millwall manager Alex Neil confirms two fresh injury concerns for Zak Sturge and Derek Mazou-Sacko ahead of crucial Championship matches against Sheffield Wednesday and Southampton.
Former cabinet secretary Simon Case warns voters may abandon centrist parties if Rachel Reeves' budget fails to address UK's deep-rooted economic problems. Read the full analysis.
Kings of Leon, Neil Young and The Coral lead the bill for the brand new State Fayre music festival in Chelmsford. Tickets on sale November 28.
Millwall face a double injury concern as Mihailo Ivanovic and Daniel Kelly return early from international duty. Get the latest team news ahead of their Championship clash with Portsmouth.
Our review of Marvel's Deadpool VR for Meta Quest. Experience the mercenary's fourth-wall breaking humour and chaotic combat in this polished VR adventure.
Discover how sports lawyer Simon Leaf handles everything from £1bn deals to heart condition diagnoses for footballers. Learn about the unseen legal world shaping modern sports.
Mark Selby and Neil Robertson face off for a Champion of Champions final spot against Judd Trump. Expert predictions from Hendry, McManus, and Doherty analysed. Who will triumph?
Simon Leviev, the conman from Netflix's 'The Tinder Swindler', is released from a Georgian prison after Germany withdrew its extradition request. Discover the full story.