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.
Category : Politics
Asylum seeker hotel placements jump by 4,000
Official data reveals a 13% summer surge in asylum seekers housed in UK hotels, reaching over 36,000. Home Secretary cites migration pressure. Read the full analysis.
Poor CPR at Wandsworth Prison contributed to death
HMP Wandsworth staff delivered substandard CPR to dying inmate Peter Honnor, 55, with delays in emergency response and inadequate medical care revealed in watchdog report.
Budget leak investigation launched by OBR chair
OBR chair Richard Hughes expresses mortification over budget document leak 45 minutes early. Former cybersecurity chief Ciaran Martin to lead investigation into security breach.
UK Net Migration Drops 69% to 204,000
Official figures reveal UK net migration has fallen 69% to 204,000 in the year to June 2025. Explore the implications of this significant shift in immigration trends.
Metro News Retracts Article on Abuse Allegations
Metro News has deleted an article detailing domestic abuse claims made by Sandra Odufaderin after her former partner provided evidence denying the allegations. Read the full statement.
Cyber expert: London council attack 'serious breach'
Security expert warns cyber attack on Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster councils could be far more serious than revealed, with ICO involvement suggesting data loss. Critical services affected.
Trump's approval hits historic low in all polls
Donald Trump's approval rating turns negative across every major poll for the first time, with 55% of Americans disapproving. Discover what's driving this dramatic shift.
Europe scrambles to join Ukraine peace talks
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy insists his country can still win as European governments plan to influence US-led peace talks. Macron also unveils new French defence plans.
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.
Stars back powerful rape truce film for violence campaign
Jason Isaacs and Dame Harriet Walter among 120 voices in film demanding one day without rape. Marks International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women with stark statistics.
Podcast Reveals Budget's Hidden Problems
Sky News' Politics at Sam and Anne's podcast dives into Rachel Reeves's budget, questioning a return to austerity and the practicality of new taxes. Listen now for the full analysis.
Reeves defends budget as think tanks raise concerns
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over Labour's tax manifesto pledge as leading think tanks question budget decisions. Follow live updates and analysis.
Barnaby Joyce's Political Circus Continues
Barnaby Joyce claims to dislike the political circus while simultaneously creating one. Analysis reveals his contradictory behaviour continues to dominate Australian politics.
Two-Child Benefit Limit Abolished in UK Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abolishes the controversial two-child benefit limit, lifting 450,000 children out of poverty. Discover the impact and the political fallout of this landmark decision.
Drug dealer's fishing knife excuse fails in court
Louis Cummings claimed his knife was for fishing despite no equipment. Police found 130 NOS canisters at his Ashford home. Read the full sentencing details.
Labour tax pledge costs millions of workers
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.
Washington DC Shooting & Trump Legal News
Sky News' Trump100 podcast reacts to the Washington DC shooting and explores a potential legal victory for the former president. Listen now for the full analysis.
Jury Trial Scrap Plans Threaten UK Justice System
Leaked government proposals to restrict jury trials for offences carrying up to five years in prison have sparked fury from senior lawyers. Discover what this means for democracy and the 80,000-case backlog.
Ceiling collapse after council's 10 failed leak fixes
A North London man's ceiling collapsed after Camden Council failed over 10 times to fix a leak. The Housing Ombudsman found severe service failures. Read the full investigation.
UK Fiscal Repair 'Far From Complete' After Budget
Resolution Foundation analysis reveals UK faces major tax rises and public service cuts despite budget measures. Debt forecasts worsen as growth outlook downgraded.
Young Professionals Hit Hard by Labour Budget
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.
UK's Weak Fiscal Position After Budget Tax Rises
Economists warn the UK remains in a weak fiscal position post-Budget, with tax burden hitting a record high. Discover the analysis and market concerns.
Budget Leak Exposes £25bn Tax Rise & Economic Slowdown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget leaked before Commons speech, revealing record tax burden hitting 38.3% of GDP to fund £70bn welfare increase. Discover the full economic impact.
Farmers win inheritance tax concession after protests
Chancellor Rachel Reeves eases agricultural inheritance tax rules following tractor protests. New measures could save farmers £30m next year. Read the full budget analysis.
Britons React to Budget 2025 Amid Cost of Living Crisis
From childcare worries to pension changes, discover how Budget 2025 impacts real families across Britain. Read their stories and see where you stand.
Reeves' 2025 Budget Inflames Britain's Economic Mood
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' second budget statement has intensified Britain's economic concerns with multiple tax rises and reduced growth forecasts, failing to deliver promised stability.
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.
Australia Passes Environmental Law Reforms in Landmark Deal
Anthony Albanese secures major parliamentary victory with Greens deal on environmental protection laws, while Barnaby Joyce resigns from Nationals. Read the full analysis.
Teens fight Australian social media ban in High Court
Two 15-year-olds are seeking an urgent injunction against Australia's under-16s social media ban, arguing it violates constitutional rights to political communication.
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