4th Hounslow Labour councillor defects to Tories
West London councillor Vickram Grewal leaves Labour for Conservatives, citing financial mismanagement. The fourth defection in a week signals turmoil ahead of 2026 local elections.
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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.
Taskmaster New Year's special gets two-part format
Taskmaster's festive special features Big Zuu, Jill Scott, Rose Ayling-Ellis, Sam Ryder and Susie Dent competing across two episodes. Discover the format change and Champion of Champions news.
Is the UK's fiscal black hole actually real?
Sky News Daily podcast explores whether the UK's fiscal black hole is genuine or self-imposed as Sir Keir Starmer faces budget pressures. Listen now for expert analysis.
English Rugby's £34m Crisis: Six Clubs Insolvent
Shocking audit reveals English rugby's financial crisis with £34m losses. Former star Haskell warns the sport is heading 'off a cliff'. Discover the urgent reforms needed.
Three Quarters of Brits Pessimistic About UK Future
New polling reveals 76% of Britons believe the UK is heading in the wrong direction amid economic concerns. Discover what's driving this pessimism ahead of the Autumn Budget.
Teen killer jailed for 16 years over NYE murder
Harry Pitman's family say justice has been done as his teenage killer receives 16-year sentence for Primrose Hill murder. Read the full story.
New Zealanders Planning to Leave Country: Survey
The Guardian investigates why growing numbers of New Zealanders are considering leaving their country. Share your experience if you're planning to depart.
London NYE Fireworks: Official Ticket Scam Warning
Sadiq Khan and City of London Police warn against fake New Year's Eve fireworks tickets. Only buy from official partner Ticketmaster to avoid scams and inflated prices.
Prison Service in Crisis as Inmates Wrongly Freed
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking prison release errors while Elon Musk dominates word of the year lists. A look at the stories shaping Britain today.
Reeves' Budget: Tax Cuts to Ease Living Costs?
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.
Arsenal's youth spending 'unprecedented' says Slavia chief
Slavia Prague director reveals Arsenal's extraordinary financial might in youth transfers, calling their spending 'absolutely unprecedented' in football history.
Chelsea's £150M buffer against FFP fines revealed
Football finance experts reveal Chelsea have built a significant £150 million buffer that could protect them from substantial penalties despite ongoing Financial Fair Play investigations.
HMRC child benefit error freezes payments for thousands
A major HMRC system error has left thousands of parents without vital child benefit payments, prompting urgent parliamentary scrutiny and demands for immediate solutions.
US Election Day 2025: Polls Open in Key States
Millions of Americans head to the polls in critical off-year elections that could reshape political power in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City amid intense national focus.
Prince Andrew's Royal Title Removal and Financial Settlement
Buckingham Palace confirms dramatic changes to Prince Andrew's royal status, including title removal and multi-million pound financial restructuring following sexual assault lawsuit settlement.
Prince Andrew in line for royal payout and annual stipend
Exclusive sources reveal the Duke of York is in line for a substantial six-figure payment and ongoing annual stipend as part of King Charles's financial arrangements for the monarchy.
Prince Andrew's uncertain future after royal exile
As Prince Andrew retreats from public life, questions mount about his royal status, financial future, and whether he'll ever return to public duties following the Epstein scandal.
Prince Andrew ordered to leave Royal Lodge mansion
The Duke of York has been ordered to leave his 30-room Windsor mansion in a dramatic royal downsizing, sparking speculation about his future residence and funding.
Treasury's 'deplorable' budget strategy sparks fury
Exclusive: Leading economic experts condemn government's pre-election budget approach as 'fiscally irresponsible' and warn of dire consequences for public services and economic stability.
Prince Andrew forced to leave Royal Lodge in royal shake-up
The Duke of York faces a dramatic reduction in royal lifestyle as King Charles III orders his departure from the 30-room Royal Lodge in latest monarchy restructuring.
Bexley Council's £22.5m budget gap warning
Exclusive: Bexley Council faces £22.5 million budget gap amid soaring costs and service demands, with council tax hikes likely for residents.
Harry Pitman: First image of teen charged with murder
Exclusive details emerge as 16-year-old boy appears in court charged with the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Harry Pitman during London's New Year celebrations.
Teen guilty of Hampstead Heath New Year's killing
A 17-year-old boy has been found guilty of killing 16-year-old Harry Pitman during an altercation on Hampstead Heath as crowds gathered for fireworks.
MPs question Prince Andrew's 'peppercorn rent' at Royal Lodge
Cross-party politicians are challenging the government to reveal the true cost of Prince Andrew's controversial rental agreement for his 30-room Windsor mansion.
Vice-Chancellor Pay Crisis Hits UK Universities
As UK universities face financial turmoil with course cuts and staff redundancies, an investigation reveals vice-chancellors continue to receive staggering pay packages exceeding £500,000, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling instit
MPs probe Prince Andrew's peppercorn rent at Royal Lodge
Cross-party committee investigates Crown Estate's decision to charge Prince Andrew minimal rent for his 30-bedroom Windsor mansion amid financial scrutiny.
Teen guilty of Harry Pitman's New Year's Eve murder
A 16-year-old boy has been found guilty of murdering 16-year-old Harry Pitman during violent clashes on Primrose Hill as London welcomed 2024, in a case that has shocked the capital.
Teen guilty of Primrose Hill New Year's murder
A 17-year-old has been convicted of stabbing a schoolboy to death during Primrose Hill's New Year's Eve celebrations, in a case that has shocked the community.
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