Only 2% of tenant complaints lead to enforcement
Exclusive data shows English councils prosecuted just 64 landlords despite 300,000 tenant complaints about unfit housing. New rights may remain 'symbolic' without proper funding.
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Judge blocks Trump's UC funding cut over antisemitism
A federal judge has barred the Trump administration from cutting funding to the University of California over alleged antisemitism. Read the full ruling details.
Judge blocks Trump's UC funding cuts
A federal judge has permanently barred the Trump administration from withholding funds from University of California over vaccine policies. Read the full ruling details.
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.
Special needs services face 'total collapse' in England
Special educational needs services in England face total collapse with councils warning of £18bn deficits by 2030. Urgent reforms needed to prevent widespread bankruptcy.
Dick Harris: A Life for Disability Rights
Dick Harris, who spent a lifetime advocating for disability rights and independent living, has died aged 71. Discover his inspiring journey from institutional care to becoming a force for change.
Germany's New Voluntary Military Recruitment Model
Germany introduces a voluntary military service model to boost troop numbers, with compulsory conscription as a fallback option. Discover the new incentives and strategic goals.
NHS England to cut 18,000 jobs in major restructure
Around 18,000 NHS staff in England face redundancy as part of a sweeping government reform. Learn how the voluntary redundancy scheme works and the impact on the health service.
Ukraine Ministers Ousted in $100M Corruption Scandal
Ukraine's justice and energy ministers resign amid a major embezzlement scandal involving state nuclear power, as Zelenskyy cracks down on graft during wartime. Read the full investigation details.
UK Prison Crisis: Overcrowding and Underfunding
Revealing the dire state of UK prisons: chronic understaffing, outdated facilities, and the immense pressure on officers. Discover why urgent reform is needed now.
Zelenskyy fires ministers in corruption scandal
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy dismisses top ministers amid growing public outrage over a $100m energy sector bribery scheme, vowing 'maximum integrity' during wartime crisis.
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?
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.
Ukraine minister suspended in $100m corruption probe
Ukrainian Justice Minister German Galushchenko suspended amid a $100m energy sector corruption investigation. Read the latest developments on this major political scandal.
Pub Chain Chief Criticises Chancellor's Budget Strategy
Fuller's executive chair Simon Emeny demands new economic thinking as hospitality sector faces tax rises and record pub closures. Read the full analysis.
Care home manager loophole exposed after deaths
A grieving daughter reveals how a care home manager prevented from CQC registration now oversees multiple homes, exposing dangerous gaps in care sector regulation.
Menulog closes in Australia, impacting gig economy workers
Menulog is closing its Australian operations on 26 November, affecting thousands of delivery drivers and 120 employees. The Transport Workers' Union is fighting for fair exit payments.
Care providers make £256m profit in three regions
Private companies providing care services extracted £256m in profits across three English regions between 2021-2024, with over a third going to private equity and tax haven firms.
Trump Faces Government Shutdown Deadline With Senate
The US government heads toward a potential shutdown as President Trump and Senate Democrats clash over spending bills. Critical services at risk as Friday deadline approaches.
Ukraine Anti-Corruption Agency Investigates Energy
Ukraine's anti-corruption agency launches investigation into energy sector officials over alleged misconduct. Read the latest developments in this ongoing probe.
Legal sector defies headwinds with 4% headcount growth
UK legal firms show resilience with 4% headcount growth and rising partner profits, while navigating cyber threats and cautious AI adoption. Discover the sector's 2025 outlook.
Banks set to escape tax rises in Reeves budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to spare Britain's banking sector from tax rises in her first major Budget, despite previous Labour criticism of bank profits during the cost-of-living crisis.
Trump's Shutdown Crisis Over Venezuela Deal
Washington braces for potential government shutdown as Trump's controversial Venezuela oil agreement faces Senate backlash and bipartisan criticism over constitutional concerns.
UK construction sheds workers at fastest rate in 5 years
Britain's construction sector faces its steepest workforce decline in five years as rising costs and falling demand create a perfect storm for the industry.
US soldiers face food bank crisis in shutdown pay threat
American military personnel receive emergency guidance on accessing food banks and financial support as political deadlock in Washington puts their salaries at risk.
Legal Sector Charges Ahead with AI Governance as UK Government Lags
Britain's top law firms are taking artificial intelligence oversight into their own hands, developing comprehensive frameworks while Westminster delays crucial legislation.
Taxpayer Millions Funded Mediocre UK Films
Exclusive investigation uncovers how scores of low-profile British film productions received overwhelming public funding despite questionable quality and commercial prospects.
Reform UK Pension Plan Could Cost Billions Extra
Prospect union analysis reveals Reform UK's proposed public sector pension changes could add billions to government spending, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.
BBC licence fee shake-up: New payment options revealed
Major changes are coming to BBC licence fee payments with new flexible options and potential price increases. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming reforms.
Wetherspoon's cautious on outlook amid budget uncertainty
JD Wetherspoon sounds alarm over rising costs and economic pressures as budget uncertainty threatens pub chain's recovery momentum.
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