Crossbench fury over Labour's 'undemocratic' FOI changes
Opposition and crossbench MPs slam the government's proposed Freedom of Information reforms, including new fees and extended response times, warning of a threat to democratic accountability.
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The Secretive Process of Joining a Government Board
An insider's look at the opaque and often baffling process of securing a seat on a UK government board. Discover the unspoken rules and hidden pathways to public appointments.
Musk's Government Efficiency Department Closes Early
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has been dissolved months before its scheduled end date, with staff moved to other roles. Discover what happened.
Wimbledon Debentures Exempt From Ticket Resale Ban
Wimbledon's premium debenture tickets, selling for up to £116,000, will be exempt from the UK government's proposed crackdown on ticket resales. Discover how this impacts investment.
Labour's Public Service Reforms Lack Strategy
A damning Institute for Government report reveals Keir Starmer's government entered office without a clear plan for public service reform, leading to chaotic policymaking and minimal progress.
Minister intervenes in Tower Hamlets council concerns
Communities Secretary Steve Reed meets officials overseeing Tower Hamlets council amid persistent governance worries and councillors' overseas political ambitions. Read the latest developments.
US Government Shutdown Becomes Longest in History
As the US experiences its lengthiest government shutdown in history, discover the real-world consequences affecting millions of federal workers and essential services across America.
Australia bans social media: Reddit and Kick blocked
Australia becomes the first Western nation to implement a comprehensive social media ban, with platforms including Reddit and Kick now completely inaccessible to millions of users following controversial new laws.
UK launches banking scheme for homeless people
A pioneering government initiative will connect homeless individuals with basic bank accounts, tackling financial exclusion and helping vulnerable people rebuild their lives.
US shutdown triggers flight chaos as controllers protest
A partial US government shutdown has triggered widespread flight delays and cancellations across America as air traffic controllers stage mass sickouts, creating travel chaos for thousands of passengers.
US Government Shutdown: Senate Critical Vote After 35 Days
After 35 days of political gridlock, the US Senate faces a crucial funding vote that could end the longest government shutdown in modern history, with federal workers and services pushed to the brink.
Australia's rental crisis: 60% of income spent on housing
New data reveals Australia's rental affordability crisis has worsened dramatically, with low-income households spending over 60% of income on rent as the government faces calls for urgent intervention.
US Government Shutdown: Real Consequences for Americans
As the US government shutdown continues, millions of federal workers face financial uncertainty while essential services from food safety to national parks feel the strain. Discover how this political stalemate is affecting everyday citizens.
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.
Rachel Reeves's dangerous economic gamble revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's recent speech promises economic stability, but experts warn it's built on precarious foundations. Analysis reveals the hidden risks in her fiscal strategy.
Rachel Reeves: Why tax rises shouldn't feel taxing
Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines her surprising approach to tax rises, focusing on economic growth and fairness rather than traditional revenue-raising measures.
Government's Massive Crime & Policing Bill Unveiled
The UK government has announced its most significant crime and justice reforms in decades, introducing harsher sentences for serious offences and expanding police authority in a sweeping new bill.
Startup Bank Fuels New Careers for Unemployed Brits
A revolutionary government-backed banking initiative is transforming unemployment into entrepreneurship across Britain, offering funding and support to help job-seekers launch their own businesses.
Mythical Dorsetshire to get two new towns in housing plan
Government reveals ambitious plans for two new towns in the fictional county of Dorsetshire, addressing housing shortages with 40,000 new homes and community infrastructure.
Judge blocks Tennessee National Guard deployment in Memphis
A federal judge has halted Tennessee Governor Bill Lee's controversial deployment of National Guard troops to Memphis, ruling the move likely violates constitutional rights and represents government overreach.
Reeves's Budget: Honest About Tax?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as her first major budget raises questions about transparency and future tax decisions. Analysis reveals what the numbers really mean for British households.
Sir Alan Bates Secures Post Office Scandal Settlement
After years of fighting for justice, former subpostmaster Sir Alan Bates has reached a significant settlement with the government, marking a pivotal moment in the Horizon IT scandal that ruined hundreds of lives.
New York City Elects New Mayor in 2025 Election
New Yorkers have cast their decisive votes in the 2025 mayoral election, choosing new leadership to guide America's largest city through critical challenges ahead.
Benefits anxiety: How bureaucratic language creates barriers
Exploring how the complex language used in UK benefits applications creates psychological barriers and exacerbates claimant anxiety in the welfare system.
Croydon's £32M funding gap vs Lambeth sparks outrage
New analysis reveals staggering funding inequality between Croydon and Lambeth, with South London boroughs facing a postcode lottery in government support that threatens local services.
US Veterans Benefits Face Funding Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of American veterans could lose crucial financial support as key government benefit programme faces imminent funding crisis.
Reeves won't rule out tax rises in Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting speculation as she refuses to rule out tax increases ahead of next week's crucial Autumn Budget, leaving households and businesses anxiously awaiting her announcement.
Reeves dodges tax question before budget speech
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny after repeatedly avoiding questions about potential tax increases during a pre-budget press encounter, raising speculation about the government's fiscal plans.
Australia's Free Solar Power Scheme to Cut Household Bills
Groundbreaking government initiative will provide free solar installations to thousands of Australian homes, offering significant relief from soaring electricity costs while accelerating the nation's renewable energy transition.
Labour's poverty dilemma: 450,000 children wait
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's cautious approach to child poverty, opting for gradual reform over immediate universal credit expansion despite rising hardship across Britain.
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