Five London boroughs are among six councils given permission to raise council tax above 5% in 2026/27. Some have pledged not to, despite facing major budget gaps. Read the latest on the Fair Funding Review.
Donald Trump gives a wide-ranging interview to Vanity Fair, discussing Joe Biden, Vladimir Putin, and his potential future political ambitions. Read the full analysis here.
PPE Medpro, the company connected to ex-Tory peer Michelle Mone, has been wound up. It owes the UK government £148m for supplying unusable PPE during the Covid pandemic. Read the full story.
Croydon Council is set for a £120m funding boost over three years after a historic government review. The new Fair Funding 2.0 model aims to better reflect local need, but the borough's massive debt remains a challenge. Read the full story.
A new 'Fair Funding' formula reshapes council finances, boosting deprived areas. But with most councils still hiking tax, is the crisis over? Explore the winners, losers, and impact on your bill.
Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel and Seth Meyers dissect shocking Vanity Fair interviews with Trump's chief of staff Susie Wiles, revealing a chaotic White House culture. Read the full breakdown here.
The launch of a Parliamentary Friends of Aukus group, sponsored by a defence lobbying firm, sparks integrity concerns and potential rule breaches. Read the exclusive details.
Susie Wiles gives a remarkably frank interview about Trump's second term, from 'odd' Musk to 'painful' tariffs. Read the key revelations that have rocked Washington.
A Vanity Fair podcast reveals shocking claims from Trump's inner circle, sparking a White House crisis and a $10bn lawsuit against the BBC. Get the full story.
Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.
In a rare interview, Trump's chief of staff Susie Wiles reveals the president's belief in limitless power, plans for retribution, and internal clashes over key figures like Elon Musk. Read the full exposé.
A new £820m scheme for young unemployed faces criticism for contradicting policies that restrict flexible work. Experts warn it masks a shrinking opportunity landscape.
Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.
The FCA launches a plan to double the mutuals sector, aiming to provide affordable credit and protect vulnerable borrowers from illegal lenders. Could a 'Fair Banking Act' force high street banks to help?
Exclusive report reveals London councils' £555m reliance on consultants and outsourcing firms for basic services, raising democratic concerns. Read the full investigation.
Vanity Fair suspends Olivia Nuzzi after a controversial interview with Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Learn about the ethical breach and its impact on media standards.
Leicester City marks a painful anniversary, a decade on from their historic Premier League win. Explore the club's financial struggles, relegation, and uncertain future.
Political writer Olivia Nuzzi's temporary contract at Vanity Fair expires this month, with her future uncertain following a series of damaging allegations published by her ex-fiancé, Ryan Lizza. Read the full analysis.
A 16-year-old girl was among three people shot at a California shopping centre on Black Friday, causing 'complete chaos'. Police say the incident was isolated. Read the full report.
British energy bill payers will fund £2bn annually to EDF for Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C nuclear plants. Discover how Contracts for Difference impact your bills.
The Professional Cricketers' Association advises players against signing The Hundred contracts amid a dispute with franchise owners over controversial 12-month release clauses. Learn more about the standoff.
Transport for London discloses it spent £4 million annually with O2 before switching to Vodafone. Discover the full financial details revealed by a Freedom of Information request.
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
Protesters demand proper maternity pay for Lambeth leisure centre staff on 'fake casual' contracts. Join the fight for workers' rights in Brixton.
An ATO call centre worker employed by Probe Operations applies for a 'same job, same pay' order, challenging the tax office's use of outsourced labour. Could this set a new precedent?
Croydon's Mayor commits to a maximum 5% council tax increase despite new government rules allowing higher rises for struggling councils. Get the latest on local finances.
Arsenal are progressing on a new Bukayo Saka deal as we break down every first-team player's contract expiry date. Discover the Gunners' long-term plans.
From Trump's bizarre 'piggy' comment to Vanity Fair's all-male Hollywood issue and a reporter's sexting scandal. Explore this week's most talked-about stories in our UK news digest.
Glenn Close hits back at critics of the poorly reviewed series All's Fair, praising co-star Kim Kardashian's professionalism and blaming the show's weak start. Discover her full defence.
RMT union demands London Underground cleaning contracts be brought in-house, as over 2,000 outsourced cleaners are denied sick pay and fair pensions. A demonstration is planned at City Hall.