The Marshall Islands has launched a pioneering universal basic income scheme, offering $200 quarterly payments via cryptocurrency or cash. Discover how this Pacific nation is tackling the cost of living crisis.
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park has been granted planning permission near Bedford. The £500m part-publicly funded project promises 8,000 jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Read the full details.
The UK's first Universal Studios theme park has received planning permission near Cambridgeshire, promising 8,000 jobs and a massive £50 billion economic boost. Discover the details.
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.
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.
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.
A key CDC advisory panel has voted to recommend the hepatitis B vaccine for all adults in the US. This major policy shift aims to combat rising infection rates and reduce health disparities.
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.
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.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget decisions amid criticism over tax rises and fiscal headroom. Discover how £16bn downgrade shaped the economic plan.
The Office for Budget Responsibility reveals Rachel Reeves knew about improved forecasts weeks before dropping income tax rise, contradicting Treasury claims. Read the full investigation.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over OBR forecasts timeline. Key questions on what she knew before income tax speech. Read the latest developments.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to justify income tax threshold freeze raising £8bn, while PM condemns two-child benefit limit as a 'moral failure'. Read the latest budget analysis.
First Minister John Swinney commits to no new income tax rates or bands in Scotland's next budget. Discover the political fallout and what it means for taxpayers.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' first Budget extends income tax freezes until 2031, introduces new property taxes and shakes up pensions. Discover how these changes impact your wallet.
UK state pension set for £550+ annual rise under triple lock, bringing pensioners closer to income tax threshold. Discover the financial implications.
Sir Keir Starmer insists Labour 'kept to our manifesto' despite announcing 43 tax rises in Rachel Reeves' budget. Discover how income tax thresholds and pensions changes will affect you.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the tax threshold freeze until 2031. Use our calculator to see how much more tax you will pay as your salary increases.
Resolution Foundation analysis reveals Rachel Reeves's budget tax threshold freeze will disproportionately impact lower-income households. Discover the full economic consequences.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over Labour's tax manifesto pledge as leading think tanks question budget decisions. Follow live updates and analysis.
A new report reveals how sticking to Labour's manifesto tax promise has financially hurt low and middle earners. Discover the full analysis and what it means for future budgets.
Rachel Reeves' Budget freezes push millions into higher tax bands, with young graduates facing a 57% marginal tax rate. Discover the impact on your finances.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget after accusations she broke a manifesto promise not to raise taxes. Read the full analysis and have your say.
Australian regulator cracks down on high-risk lending as property prices surge. New rules limit mortgages over 6x income to protect financial stability and affordability.
Rachel Reeves announces £26bn tax rises including mansion tax and pension changes while scrapping two-child benefit cap. Full budget breakdown and analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces accusations of breaking Labour's tax promises after freezing income tax thresholds. Discover the truth behind the budget controversy.
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.