Khan Vows to Protect London Free School Meals Funding
Mayor Sadiq Khan commits to safeguarding free school meals for all London primary pupils, saving families £500 per child yearly, despite a £19.2m budget gap.
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OBR Leaks Budget 40 Minutes Early, Sparks Investigation
The Office for Budget Responsibility accidentally published its full budget analysis online 40 minutes before the Chancellor's speech, moving markets and prompting a major inquiry. Discover the full story behind the breach.
Reeves' Budget Speech Delivers No Surprises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' budget speech contained no surprises after policy leaks. The OBR accidentally published the full budget online before delivery. Read analysis.
Racing celebrates 'Axe the Tax' Budget victory
Chancellor Rachel Reeves spares horse racing from tax hikes in new Budget, keeping betting duty at 15% after successful industry campaign. Read the full story.
Richmond Council drops legal challenge over funding
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
Ella Baron's Rachel Reeves Autumn Budget Cartoon
Political cartoonist Ella Baron delivers sharp commentary on Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget 2025. Discover the symbolism and critique behind this powerful visual response.
FCA investigates WH Smith accounting error
City watchdog makes inquiries into WH Smith's accounting blunder that wiped £600m off market value. Read the latest on the retailer's strategic shift.
Judge Throws Out Comey and James Criminal Cases
A federal judge dismissed criminal indictments against James Comey and Letitia James, ruling the prosecutor was unlawfully appointed. Read the full legal analysis.
Reform UK's £331m Council Savings Claim Questioned
Experts challenge Reform UK's claimed £331m council savings as EV cuts and IT deals face scrutiny. Are the numbers real or political rhetoric?
FCA Consumer Chief Sheldon Mills to Leave Watchdog
FCA executive Sheldon Mills is stepping down after eight years. He will lead a government review into AI's role in consumer financial advice. Discover the implications.
Child abuse victims denied compensation by CICA
Exclusive: Sky News reveals over 11,000 crime victims, including children, were denied compensation due to unspent convictions. Victims of grooming gangs and modern slavery affected.
SEND funding crisis pushes London councils to brink
London councils warn of bankruptcy as a 134% rise in children with special educational needs outpaces government funding. The capital faces a £500m deficit.
Brent Council uses AI to plug £10m budget hole
Facing a £10m deficit, Brent Council proposes AI service redesign and selling empty buildings. Council tax to rise 4.99%. Have your say on the draft budget by January 30.
Booking.com and hotel chains ads banned over prices
The ASA has banned ads from Booking.com, Accor, Travelodge, and Hilton for misleading consumers about room availability at advertised 'from' prices. Discover the full story and what it means for your travel bookings.
Farage rules out council tax freeze amid budget shortfalls
Nigel Farage admits Reform-run councils face massive financial problems, ruling out a council tax freeze. Most councils plan tax hikes to cover budget gaps.
Planner exodus threatens UK housebuilding goals
One in five UK planners plan to leave by 2028, creating severe capacity shortages that jeopardise Labour's 1.5 million home target. Discover the crisis facing local authorities.
CMA cracks down on misleading online pricing
The UK's competition watchdog investigates eight companies and warns 100 more over hidden fees and pressure selling. Discover how this protects your consumer rights.
Croydon Council sues government over £10.8m funding
Croydon Council launches legal challenge against government's decision to withhold £10.8m in funding, potentially affecting local services. Read the full story.
Bank protection limit increases to £120,000 from £85,000
UK banking watchdog raises deposit protection to £120,000, safeguarding customer funds against provider collapse. Discover how this affects your financial security.
Enfield Council's £1.2bn Debt Crisis
An auditor has issued statutory recommendations to Enfield Council to de-risk its £1.286bn debt, warning that its financial reserves have fallen below a safe threshold. Discover the full story.
SEND funding crisis pushes councils to brink
Spiralling special educational needs costs threaten to bankrupt most English councils by 2028. Experts demand urgent government action to fix the £6.6 billion deficit. Read the full report.
FCA hires US and Canadian regulators for international expertise
The Financial Conduct Authority strengthens its international team with senior hires from US and Canadian regulators. Mark White and Rob Hegarty join to enhance regulatory oversight.
Aberdeen Airport is UK's most punctual for 2025
New CAA data reveals Aberdeen Airport leads the UK with 83% of flights on time. Discover the best and worst airports for delays in our full report.
London council lobbies Lords over £82m funding cuts
Kensington and Chelsea Council campaigns against government funding cuts before Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget. Residents face service reductions and tax hikes.
Council failed to tell man his dad's care cost for 18 months
A South London man was hit with a huge bill after Wandsworth Council failed to provide care costs for over 18 months. The ombudsman ordered a £1,000 payment and apology. Discover the full story.
Lewisham Council pays £100 over complaint delay
A Lewisham resident received £100 compensation after the council took too long to handle her children's services complaint. The Ombudsman upheld her case.
Hackney Council pays £1k over care payment suspension
Hackney Council apologised and paid £1,000 compensation after suspending a vulnerable resident's care payments without a backup plan. Learn more about this complex social care case.
Nonita's Story: A Turning Point for UK Care System
The tragic death of 18-year-old Nonita Grabovskyte exposes systemic failures in Britain's care system. Her story reveals urgent need for reform to protect vulnerable care leavers.
Councillors face suspensions in government standards overhaul
Government unveils plans to suspend rule-breaking councillors for up to six months and withhold allowances to root out misconduct and restore public trust in local authorities.
Two West London Labour Councillors Resign
Two Hounslow Labour councillors resign, citing a 'toxic' environment and a 'deeply flawed' selection process ahead of the 2026 local elections. Read the full story on the internal party crisis.
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