Football Regulator to Investigate Bad Owners from Next Week
The new Independent Football Regulator will begin investigating unsuitable club owners from 12 December, with powers to remove them. New era for football governance begins.
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World Cup 2026 Draw: Worst-Case Scenarios Revealed
Ahead of Friday's World Cup 2026 draw, we analyse the toughest possible groups for England, Scotland, USA and Australia, and identify a potential 'group of death'. Read the full analysis.
Report: London could cut transport project costs by half
A London Assembly report reveals adopting European planning methods could slash infrastructure costs by 50%, reviving stalled projects like Crossrail 2 and the Bakerloo Line extension.
Guardian Football Weekly Wins Double at FSA Awards
The Guardian's Football Weekly and Women's Football Weekly podcasts have both been honoured at the Football Supporters' Association Awards. Discover the details of this prestigious double victory.
Clubs Face £56m Policing Bill in Home Office Review
Premier League clubs and major sports bodies fear multi-million pound increases in policing costs as the Home Office launches a funding review. Could taxpayers be off the hook?
Wrexham AFC gets £18m grant despite Hollywood owners
Wrexham AFC received £18m in Welsh government grants despite Hollywood ownership. Explore the controversy surrounding taxpayer funding for the celebrity-backed football club.
Football Matchday Live: Build-Up and Breaking News
Join our live football matchday coverage for all the pre-game build-up, breaking news, and major stories. Share your team's plans and predictions with us now!
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.
Public Consultation on Permanent Lower Road Cycleway
Southwark Council consults Londoners on making the Lower Road cycleway permanent. Have your say on the future of this key cycling route before the December 14 deadline.
Young footballer dies in fake agent extortion scheme
The tragic death of 18-year-old goalkeeper Cheikh Touré exposes a growing crisis of fake agents scamming young African footballers with false promises of professional contracts.
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.
Tourist Tax Introduced for Overnight Stays in England
The government announces a new visitor levy for England, allowing mayors to charge for overnight stays to fund local transport and tourism infrastructure. Discover the impact.
Heathrow's £33bn Third Runway Approved
The UK government has selected Heathrow Airport's £33 billion third runway plan, a major infrastructure project requiring M25 re-routing and village demolition. Read the full details.
Six killed in Russian missile and drone strike on Kyiv
A massive Russian assault on Kyiv's energy infrastructure leaves six dead and 14 injured as US-brokered peace negotiations commence. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Is London's £1.7bn DLR Extension the Wrong Choice?
Analysis reveals the Thamesmead DLR extension may be a poor investment, costing £1.7bn for limited gains. Discover why a West London project offers better value for taxpayers and growth.
Fifa's $1bn Saudi deal for global football pitches
Fifa partners with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, pledging $1bn for discounted stadium loans to developing nations. Explore the growing ties shaping football's future.
Government backs £49bn Heathrow expansion plan
The UK government is set to approve Heathrow's controversial £49bn third runway, opting for the airport's ambitious proposal over a rival bid. The decision comes despite airline warnings over soaring costs.
Tech consulting market set to exceed £312bn by 2026
The technology consulting market is booming, set to grow 7% and surpass £312bn in 2026. Discover how the Big Four and AI are driving this surge in business spending.
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.
Abu Zafar: London's 'Bicycle Mayor' Dies at 74
Tributes pour in for Abu Zafar, London's pioneering 'Bicycle Mayor' who championed cycling for four decades. Discover his remarkable legacy and impact on UK cycling infrastructure.
UK Petrol and Diesel Car Ban Moved to 2030
Labour confirms the ban on new petrol and diesel car sales will start in 2030, five years earlier than planned. Get the latest on the EV transition and industry concerns.
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.
UK Construction Productivity Stuck in 1990s
A damning report reveals UK construction productivity is lower than in 1997. Decades of under-investment are blamed. Discover the urgent need for modernisation.
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.
World Cup playoff draw sets dramatic qualifiers
FIFA's World Cup playoff draw revealed challenging paths for UK nations as Wales face Bosnia, Northern Ireland meet Italy, and Republic of Ireland take on Czech Republic. Follow the road to North America.
London office shortage threatens 2.2m jobs
London faces a major economic risk as office space shortage threatens 2.2m jobs. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to act now to protect UK competitiveness against global rivals.
World Cup Play-Off Draw Sets Up Tense Battles
Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland discover their World Cup play-off opponents. Find out the fixtures and paths to North America 2026.
World Cup 2026 Playoffs: Wales, NI, Ireland Learn Fate
Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland discover their paths to the 2026 World Cup. The draw sets up potential home finals and tough away trips. Read the full analysis.
Reeves funds DLR extension to Thamesmead in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves greenlights DLR extension to Thamesmead, set to create 10,000 jobs and unlock 30,000 new homes in major London transport upgrade.
Russia boosts defences against Ukrainian strikes
Moscow passes new laws to protect critical infrastructure from Ukrainian drone attacks, deploying reservists and imposing internet blackouts. Explore the Kremlin's response to the escalating conflict.
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