Young people risk benefits in new £820m work scheme
Nearly a million young people on Universal Credit must engage with new intensive support or face sanctions. The £820m plan aims to tackle rising NEET figures. Read the full details.
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350,000 new training places for young unemployed
The UK government is offering 350,000 training and job opportunities to young people on Universal Credit, with potential benefit sanctions for non-engagement. This aims to tackle the near-million youth 'Neet' crisis.
FCA urges credit union expansion to fight loan sharks
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?
Youth on benefits face sanctions in new work scheme
Young people on Universal Credit will be offered jobs in construction and hospitality. Those who refuse could lose benefits. The £820m scheme starts Spring 2026.
Labour's child poverty plan: Scrap two-child limit, hint at welfare reform
Labour launches a new child poverty strategy, pledging to end the two-child benefit cap. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden insists further welfare reform is still needed to tackle rising costs and inactivity. Read the full details.
UC claimants may get £1,149 monthly with PIP
Universal Credit recipients with health conditions are urged to check eligibility for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), potentially boosting monthly income to £1,149. Learn how to claim.
Why 2026 is private markets' regulatory reckoning
A wave of new rules from the FCA, SEC, and ESMA is set to transform private equity and venture capital by 2026. Discover the key changes and how firms must prepare now.
Putin: 'We will take Donbas by force' as Trump plan falters
Vladimir Putin threatens military action if Ukraine doesn't withdraw from Donbas, casting doubt on Trump's peace efforts. Read the latest on the stalled negotiations.
UK Pensioners' Guide to Benefits, Discounts & Freebies
From state pension to free prescriptions and travel discounts, discover the comprehensive list of financial help and perks available for seniors across the UK. Start saving today.
Budget 2025: DWP benefits and state pension increases confirmed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget pledges £15bn for welfare, with Universal Credit rising 6.2% and the two-child cap scrapped. See how much more you'll get from April 2026.
BoE Flags Hedge Funds, Private Credit & AI Bubble as Risks
The Bank of England warns of growing risks from hedge fund bets on UK debt, a $2 trillion shadow banking sector, and an AI stock bubble. Discover the key threats to financial stability.
Putin-Modi Summit Amid Global Geopolitical Shifts
Vladimir Putin's visit to India for talks with Narendra Modi signals a crucial realignment. We analyse the high-stakes summit, its impact on US relations, and the shadow of China.
Podcast Reveals UK Defence Vulnerabilities to Russia
Sky News' 'The Wargame' podcast uncovers UK defence gaps via interviews with ex-ministers. A live London event in Jan 2026 will decode the findings. Listen now.
Podcast Exposes UK Defence Gaps to Russian Threat
Sky News' 'The Wargame' podcast reveals candid insights from ex-defence secretaries on UK vulnerabilities. Join the live 'Decoded' event in London on 29 January 2026.
Putin: Russia 'ready now' for war with Europe
Vladimir Putin states Russia is prepared for immediate conflict with Europe, rejecting a 28-point peace plan. Experts warn Moldova and Baltic states could be next targets. Read the full analysis.
Gambling reform fails to deter Australia's heaviest betters
New research shows Australia's credit card betting ban had minimal impact on high-spending gamblers, who simply switched payment methods. Experts call for stronger action.
Starmer: China Poses Real Security Threat to UK
Prime Minister Keir Starmer warns China presents 'real national security threats' and criticises using Brexit as a foreign policy template. Read his full Guildhall speech analysis.
Brazil's Quilombolas Fight Landfill Threat Near COP30
Descendants of enslaved people in the Amazon demand land rights as a proposed landfill threatens their forest home. Their voices were sidelined at the recent UN climate summit.
Swiss Prosecutors Charge Banks Over Mozambique 'Tuna Bonds'
Swiss prosecutors file money-laundering charges against Credit Suisse and UBS over the 'tuna bonds' scandal that crashed Mozambique's economy. Read the latest on the legal fallout.
79-year-old widow chased for 2p energy debt
A 79-year-old disabled widow from Dudley was pursued for a 2p debt due to a computer error, threatening her credit rating and causing immense stress. Discover how the situation was resolved.
Election deniers hold key federal roles in Trump administration
Key figures who tried to overturn the 2020 US election now occupy powerful federal positions, raising concerns about election integrity and democratic processes for 2026.
Two-Child Benefit Cap Scrapped: London Impact
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps the two-child benefit cap, set to lift 350,000 UK children from poverty. Discover which London constituencies are most affected.
France Announces Voluntary Conscription Plan
France confirms a new voluntary military service model in response to the Russia war threat, as Putin denies plans to attack Europe. Get the full story.
RCHL Credit Downgraded Over Telegraph Takeover Bid
Daily Mail's parent company RCHL faces credit rating downgrade by S&P Global amid Telegraph Media Group takeover concerns. Read the latest business news analysis.
Macron Unveils New Military Service for French Youth
French President Emmanuel Macron announces a new 10-month volunteer military service for 18-19 year olds, citing the Russian threat. A €6.5bn defence boost also revealed.
France introduces voluntary military service for youth
President Macron announces 10-month voluntary military service for 18-19 year olds, aiming to strengthen France's defence capabilities against growing European security threats.
DWP Benefits Rise: Universal Credit & PIP Increase
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a £15 billion benefits boost, raising Universal Credit, PIP, and child benefits while scrapping the controversial two-child cap. Find out how this affects you.
France introduces voluntary military conscription
France announces voluntary military service to expand its armed forces as European nations prepare for potential conflict with Russia by 2030. Learn about the new defence strategy.
Budget 2025: Tax and NI Changes Explained
Analysis of how Chancellor Rachel Reeves's tax, NI and benefit measures impact single people, couples, families and pensioners across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
France Revives Military Service Amid European Defence Push
Emmanuel Macron to announce voluntary military service revival as Europe rushes to strengthen armies against Russian threat and uncertain US support. Discover Europe's defence shift.
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