Labour's Holiday Tax Threatens Staycations
UKHospitality warns Labour's holiday tax could add over £100 to two-week breaks, costing 33,000 jobs and £2bn GDP, hitting working families hardest.
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Streeting's Mood Shifted After Starmer Meeting
Health Secretary Wes Streeting's body language changed dramatically after a meeting with PM Keir Starmer, as he reportedly prepares to quit and trigger a leadership contest.
Katie Price Fans Spot Clue Lee Andrews Never Left Dubai
Katie Price fans believe husband Lee Andrews never left Dubai after he missed a GMB interview. Sleuths spot airport ceiling match, suggesting he lied about being in Oman.
Starmer's King's Speech: Incremental Change Falls Short
Analysis of King's Speech reveals Labour's tinkering approach, EU alignment costs, leasehold reform risks, and youth unemployment challenges under Starmer.
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Pension Inheritance Tax Overhaul Sparks Alarm in City
City leaders raise concerns over HMRC's plan to bring unused pension pots into inheritance tax net, allowing 50% withholding for IHT bills.
Starmer Battle Raises City Support Fears
The Labour leadership contest raises concerns about Keir Starmer's backing for the City of London, with business leaders wary of policy shifts.
Jury Trial Reform Controversy in King's Speech
King's Speech includes controversial Courts Modernisation Bill to scale back jury trials, sparking debate over justice system reforms and public confidence.
DWP Lists 56 Health Conditions for Attendance Allowance
Over 1 million pensioners may miss out on Attendance Allowance worth up to £114 per week. DWP lists 56 qualifying conditions including arthritis, dementia, and COVID-19.
Westminster Drama Sabotages UK Productivity
John Oxley argues that the endless political drama in Westminster is distracting the nation, harming productivity, and deterring investment, calling for a return to boring politics.
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Corbyn Leads MPs Calling for Met Chief to Retract Remarks
Jeremy Corbyn leads over 30 MPs and four peers demanding Metropolitan Police chief Mark Rowley retract claims about pro-Palestine marches targeting synagogues, calling them baseless.
Pension Fund Buys Cheap UK Gilts Amid Political Turmoil
Standard Life buys UK government bonds at multi-decade lows as political uncertainty over Keir Starmer's future and the Iran war drive gilt yields higher.
Nigel Farage Faces Probe Over £5m Gift from Thai Donor
Nigel Farage is under investigation by the parliamentary watchdog over a £5 million gift from a Thailand-based cryptocurrency donor, received in 2024 before his election.
Boy's EV Essay Torn Apart by 82-Year-Old Politician
Fourth-grader Christian Mango wrote a letter supporting electric vehicles to Congresswoman Virginia Foxx. She responded harshly, calling his essay propaganda and attacking his teachers.
Wes Streeting Poised to Resign, Challenge Starmer
Wes Streeting reportedly set to resign as health secretary and challenge Keir Starmer for Labour leadership, upending King's Speech on EU trade deals.
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Ticket Tout Bill Branded 'Not Enough' as Labour Acts
Labour confirms ticket tout ban in King's Speech, but industry says draft bill 'not enough'. Resale price cap and CMA fines planned.
Cousin Guilty of Murder at West London Wake
Jahmel Joseph, 29, with schizophrenia, found guilty of murdering his cousin Jordan Rodney and injuring his brother at a family wake in Hammersmith.
Ministers Get New Powers Over Regulators Growth Agenda
UK ministers will receive statutory powers to direct regulators like Natural England and HSE to prioritize growth, as part of the Regulating for Growth Bill announced in the King's Speech.
Man Arrested for Bomb Threats Against Nintendo HQ
Japanese police arrested a 27-year-old man for sending bomb threats to Nintendo's Kyoto headquarters, claiming he planted multiple bombs. No explosives were found, and he admitted to charges.
Sole Traders Warned of Tax Change Deadline
Hundreds of thousands of sole traders risk missing the August 7 MTD deadline. Only 37% know the date, and confusion over HMRC rules is widespread.
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Paedophile Faked Disability to Dodge Trial Jailed 15 Years
John Siddell, 41, who pretended to be mute and wheelchair-bound to evade prosecution for child sex offences, has been jailed for 15 years after his deception was exposed by social media and CCTV.
Polish MEP Banned from UK, Threatens to Sue Starmer
Dominik Tarczynski, a right-wing Polish MEP, was denied entry to the UK for a Tommy Robinson rally and has threatened to sue Sir Keir Starmer personally.
Brent Council No Overall Control: Next Steps After Election
Labour lost overall control of Brent Council for the first time since 2006. With no party holding a majority, compromise and coalition talks are underway. Here's what residents can expect.
UK to Cut Red Tape for Major Sports Events Hosting
New Sporting Events Bill aims to simplify hosting major events like Euros, World Cup, and Olympics, with measures to tackle ticket touting and protect fans.
Martin Lewis's Scary Pension Rule: Halve Your Age for Savings
Martin Lewis shares a sobering pension rule: save half your age as a percentage of salary for a strong retirement. Start at 20, save 10%; at 40, save 20%.
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Only 40% of Gamers Think £100 GTA 6 Price Is Fair
A survey of 2,000 UK and US gamers reveals that only 40% consider a £100 price for GTA 6 reasonable, while 59% find it too expensive. Average expected price is £76.
FCA E-Money Licence Approvals Plummet 80% Since 2020
FCA approved only 35 e-money licences in 2025, down 80% from 2020. Experts cite a 'dual squeeze' from market saturation and regulatory pressure.
Labour Turmoil Could Cost Reeves £12bn, Goldman Warns
Goldman Sachs warns Labour infighting could cost Rachel Reeves £12bn in fiscal headroom, as political instability spooks bond markets and threatens growth.
Two SE London roofers jailed for conning elderly victims
Nelson Cooper and Scott Smith from Orpington were jailed for a roofing scam that defrauded elderly residents across Kent out of thousands of pounds.
Iran War Costs $29B as Trump Dismisses American Concerns
The Iran war has cost $29 billion, with no peace deal in sight. Trump says he doesn't think about Americans' finances, as inflation rises and job growth slows.
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Streeting exits No. 10 after 20-minute showdown with Starmer
Wes Streeting left Downing Street after a brief meeting with Keir Starmer, as Labour's union backers call for the PM to quit amid a deepening political crisis.
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