External auditors EY have identified ten significant weaknesses at Tower Hamlets Council, warning of a cycle of government intervention without urgent action. The council's leadership says it agrees with the findings.
A National Audit Office report reveals GPs are struggling to provide adequate care for older people with frailty, with only 18% assessed for fall risk. Experts blame workload pressures.
Lloyds Banking Group CEO Charlie Nunn argues post-crisis deleveraging has hampered the UK economy. The Bank of England has now eased capital rules, citing robust bank strength.
Paragon Banking Group's CEO Nigel Terrington signals acquisition plans following a key regulatory reform. The lender's results show profit growth but rising provisions for motor finance and development loans.
The South Bank Employers' Group has appointed five new directors to its board, marking a major governance overhaul. Discover how this will shape the area's future.
A new digital business account from Allica Bank offers high interest on idle cash and cashback, potentially earning firms £10,000 a year. Discover how to boost your bottom line effortlessly.
Chilling video from Jenin shows Israeli soldiers killing two Palestinians after apparent surrender. As the IDF promises an investigation, precedents for accountability remain bleak.
Disturbing footage reveals Israeli soldiers shooting two Palestinian men at close range after apparent surrender in Jenin. Investigation promised but precedents show little accountability.
JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs announce major UK expansion after Chancellor Rachel Reeves spared banks from higher taxes in the budget. Discover how City lobbying secured the sector's prized status.
Video evidence shows two Palestinian men shot dead by Israeli forces in Jenin after appearing to surrender. Human rights groups condemn 'cold-blooded execution'.
Traders predict a 93% likelihood of a Bank of England rate cut in December to 3.75%, making borrowing and mortgages cheaper. Discover what this means for you.
George Osborne and other contenders will pitch their vision for HSBC's strategy to the board as Europe's largest lender seeks to replace Sir Mark Tucker. Follow the latest developments.
Lloyds and NatWest shares jumped as Chancellor Rachel Reeves spared banks from a tax hike in the Autumn Budget. Discover the market reaction and industry relief.
Leading accountancy body ICAEW demands urgent audit reforms as PwC faces scrutiny over WH Smith audits. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation.
Israeli armoured vehicles and hundreds of soldiers conduct largest West Bank military operation since Gaza ceasefire. Curfew imposed and families displaced in ongoing raid.
Australia's inflation rate climbs to 3.8%, driven by childcare and rent costs. Treasurer Jim Chalmers flags potential energy bill relief in upcoming budget update.
Kieran Naylor, 40, raped a woman, stole her bank card, and tried to buy a tracksuit from JD Sports. He has been sentenced to 14 years in prison. Read the full story.
UK bank stocks experience dramatic swings as Treasury's conflicting Budget leaks create market uncertainty. Lloyds and Barclays see-saw while tax hike rumours persist. Analysis inside.
NatWest, Lloyds and Barclays stocks rise as investors anticipate Rachel Reeves will spare lenders from further levy in this week's budget. Discover the market reaction.
Private equity giant Bridgepoint strikes £200m deal to acquire majority stake in crypto audit specialist HT Digital. Learn how this signals growing institutional crypto interest.
The Bank of England's historic Threadneedle Street headquarters is set for a major internal upgrade starting 2026. Discover how this heritage building is being modernised for the future while preserving its iconic façade.
Julius Baer shares plummet 12% as investors question CEO's transformation strategy. Can the Swiss bank regain market confidence? Analysis inside.
The British embassy in Tel Aviv faces allegations of violating UK sanctions law by employing an Israeli citizen who owns a home in an illegal West Bank settlement. Experts warn of legal and reputational risks.
Palestinian workers from Gaza have been living in a Nablus stadium for over two years, unable to return to their families due to the closed border. Read their stories of exile and loss.
Canterbury Food Bank faces unprecedented demand, distributing over 1,100 parcels monthly. With donations down £80,000, they're fighting a deepening cost of living crisis affecting families across Kent.
Discover why proving your identity to your own bank has become an absurd bureaucratic nightmare in the digital age. Read this eye-opening account of modern banking frustrations.
Ryan Cornelius, 71, detained since 2008 over disputed Dubai Islamic Bank loan. Family claims bank instrumental in extending sentence until he's 84. 146 UK parliamentarians appeal for clemency.
Two Palestinian teenagers, aged 16 and 18, were killed by Israeli forces in a West Bank raid. This occurs as UNICEF reports nearly two children killed daily in Gaza since the ceasefire. Follow for the latest developments.
Powerful images from Friday include South African women's anti-violence protest, Guatemalan gang leader capture, and West Bank tensions. See the world through Guardian's lens.
ECB President Christine Lagarde warns Europe's economy is designed for a fading global order, urging major reforms to spur growth and counter protectionist threats.