Universal Credit claimants soar to 8.3 million
New government figures reveal a surge of 1.1 million Universal Credit claimants in a year, with nearly half not required to work. Discover the latest on the UK's welfare reforms.
New government figures reveal a surge of 1.1 million Universal Credit claimants in a year, with nearly half not required to work. Discover the latest on the UK's welfare reforms.
Cross-party group of 75 MPs urges environment secretary to review welfare of 15 gentoo penguins held for 14 years at Sea Life London Aquarium. Join the call for animal welfare.
Fury erupts as Pets Corner CEO's lavish fireworks display at his £4m estate leaves horse dead. Residents demand fireworks restrictions as CEO apologises.
Arsenal and Crystal Palace have successfully requested Premier League fixture changes ahead of their Carabao Cup quarter-final clash. Discover how this affects both teams.
75 MPs join animal welfare campaign demanding urgent review of Gentoo penguins' welfare at Sea Life London Aquarium. Owners insist birds are 'thriving' in ground-floor habitat.
Political pressure mounts as 75 MPs demand release of 15 gentoo penguins held in Sea Life London Aquarium basement. Campaigners call conditions 'un-British' after 14 years captivity.
A cross-party group of 75 MPs demands the relocation of gentoo penguins from the Sea Life London Aquarium, calling their 14-year captivity 'un-British'. Discover the ongoing controversy.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals plan to abolish two-child benefit cap, potentially lifting 350,000 children from poverty. Budget announcement expected this month.
A mother with incurable cancer faces financial ruin after the DWP stopped her disability payments because she became too sick abroad to return to the UK within time limits.
A New Zealand wildlife park faces difficult choice as two elderly lions are humanely euthanised due to severe age-related health complications.
Metropolitan Police launch urgent search for missing 11-year-old South London boy last seen on Thursday evening. Public asked to report any sightings immediately.
American talk show host Jimmy Kimmel uses London platform to condemn SNAP benefit reductions while volunteering at food bank, highlighting growing poverty crisis.
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.
Amidst ongoing crises, an intricate web of informal care continues to sustain vulnerable people across the UK, revealing the hidden resilience of our social fabric.
Shocking revelations emerge from a controversial reality TV show where contestants faced extreme violence, sleep deprivation, and genuine fear for their lives in a Squid Game-inspired competition.
A shocking investigation reveals prisoners in Victoria are completing their entire jail terms in police cells, sparking human rights concerns and calls for urgent prison reform.
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.
Exploring how the complex language used in UK benefits applications creates psychological barriers and exacerbates claimant anxiety in the welfare system.
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.
Discover how hundreds of thousands of pensioners could be missing out on vital financial support worth up to £4,800 annually. Learn eligibility criteria and how to claim this underclaimed benefit.
Donald Trump proposes seismic shift in food stamp funding that could leave states scrambling to cover costs for millions of vulnerable Americans.
Former First Lady Melania Trump makes a powerful comeback with a reshaped East Wing team and an ambitious policy agenda focused on children's welfare, signalling her most active political role yet.
In a devastating Coronation Street twist, Tyrone Dobbs uncovers a terrifying secret about young Ruby's wellbeing that will change their lives forever.
Firefighters across England are responding to a dramatic increase in animal rescue callouts, from swans trapped in fishing lines to deer caught in fencing, revealing the hidden demands on emergency services.
Victoria's prestigious Ballarat Grammar school takes drastic action, suspending new boarding placements following disturbing child safety reports. Internal review reveals systemic failures as authorities investigate.
Major Centrelink compliance operation sees welfare payments suspended for thousands of Australians failing to meet mutual obligation requirements. Experts warn vulnerable recipients are at risk.
Exclusive: The mother of Private Jaysley Beck condemns the British Army for failing to implement crucial welfare reforms following her daughter's tragic death, claiming 'this doesn't feel like justice'.
In a bold move challenging fiscal restraint demands, Labour commits to maintaining higher annual spending on animal welfare and environmental standards, signalling a major policy shift.
The equestrian world mourns as three-year-old colt Pancho is put down following a catastrophic leg injury during the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf, reigniting safety debates in horse racing.
A woman travelling from Italy to Britain had her child benefit payments suspended after failing to board her flight, raising questions about the DWP's real-time monitoring systems.