11,000 UK pubs fear closure ahead of Budget
A new poll reveals nearly 11,000 UK pubs fear closure within a year as publicans plead for VAT cuts and support in the upcoming Budget. Will the Chancellor act?
A new poll reveals nearly 11,000 UK pubs fear closure within a year as publicans plead for VAT cuts and support in the upcoming Budget. Will the Chancellor act?
Kensington and Chelsea Council campaigns against government funding cuts before Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget. Residents face service reductions and tax hikes.
The UK reduces its pledge to the Global Fund by 15%, a move charities warn jeopardises the fight against preventable diseases. Discover the impact on global health.
Major NHS restructuring in England will see 18,000 roles cut. Ministers promise £1bn savings for frontline care, while unions warn of expertise loss and service disruption.
Greenwich Council launches a public consultation on the future of its five adventure play centres, aiming to make savings amidst a £45.1m budget gap. Have your say from November 17.
Zimbabwe, Zambia and DRC announce major increases in domestic family planning funding to counter foreign aid cuts, protecting reproductive health access for millions.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy defends the BBC amid impartiality crisis and staff anger over board member Sir Robbie Gibb. Full details on the Trump lawsuit threat and leadership changes.
PCS union members strike at British Library over real-terms pay cuts while executives receive bonuses. Zadie Smith questions Britain's cultural values.
Outgoing BBC director-general Tim Davie addresses staff with upbeat tone despite recent crises, while insiders express relief at his departure. Read the latest developments.
Britain reduces Global Fund contribution by 15%, risking hundreds of thousands of preventable deaths. Charities warn this undermines decades of progress in disease elimination.
Health bosses warn St George's flags create intimidating 'no-go zones' for NHS staff, particularly black and Asian workers. Read about the impact on community healthcare.
NHS staff report feeling deliberately intimidated by St George's flags, creating 'no-go zones' in communities. Health leaders warn of a return to 'ugly' racism impacting patient care.
London Stock Exchange Group announces 3,000 job cuts as part of digital transformation strategy. Discover how this restructuring will reshape the financial giant's future operations.
Rockstar Games faces mounting criticism as employees stage dual protests against sudden termination of 30 workers during peak GTA 6 development phase.
Goldman Sachs International's London staff costs surge to £2.8bn amid booming investment banking fees, while parent company reports stellar Q2 earnings.
As living costs continue to squeeze household budgets, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to deliver meaningful income tax relief in her upcoming budget announcement.
American talk show host Jimmy Kimmel uses London platform to condemn SNAP benefit reductions while volunteering at food bank, highlighting growing poverty crisis.
Australian independent MP Monique Ryan calls for accelerated medical research funding amid concerns that Trump administration cuts could leave vulnerable patients behind in global healthcare race.
Lambeth Council faces backlash after confirming the closure of its key welfare support service, leaving vulnerable residents without critical assistance for benefits, housing and debt issues.
A resourceful mother took control of a crowded airport's PA system when staff shortages caused boarding chaos, successfully organising passengers for multiple flights in a viral travel triumph.
As ITV slashes budgets across its programming, a beloved Coronation Street veteran makes a passionate promise to fans that the iconic soap will overcome financial challenges and reclaim its glory days.
Nigel Farage is adopting Donald Trump's economic strategy, threatening UK stability with tax cuts for the wealthy and deregulation that could spark inflation and market turmoil.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting reveals shocking accounts of racist abuse against NHS staff, comparing current hostility levels to the worst periods of the 1970s and 80s.
An investigation reveals how some London eateries are allegedly using mandatory service charges to avoid distributing tips to their waiting staff fairly.
The incoming Trump administration announces plans to fund only half of food stamp benefits, sparking fears of a hunger crisis affecting millions of vulnerable Americans.
As the controversial closure of USAID sends shockwaves through international development circles, Guardian investigation reveals why many recipient countries view this as liberation rather than loss.
Donald Trump's proposal to slash SNAP benefits has ignited a political firestorm, with critics warning of catastrophic consequences for America's most vulnerable families.
Rail staff at Huntingdon station have been commended for their extraordinary bravery after confronting a knifeman during a violent attack that left a man with life-threatening injuries.
Facing its worst economic crisis in decades, Canada unveils a controversial budget featuring sweeping spending cuts and tax hikes that will impact every household.
Donald Trump proposes seismic shift in food stamp funding that could leave states scrambling to cover costs for millions of vulnerable Americans.