Market Place Food Hall has opened in London's West End with five floors of surprisingly affordable food from 16 traders. Discover the must-try dishes and why it's a game-changer for pre-theatre dining.
The UK's Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate after finding undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
A stark economic divide defines the 2025 holiday season. While a wealthy minority fuels luxury spending, many face rising costs and poverty. Explore the data behind the 'K-shaped' economy.
The UK government has unveiled a new strategy to tackle child poverty. We break down the key measures, funding, and what it means for families across the nation. Read the full analysis.
The new Labour government has abolished the controversial two-child benefit limit. While a vital step, experts urge further action to meet child poverty targets. Read the analysis.
Labour launches a new child poverty strategy, pledging to end the two-child benefit cap. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden insists further welfare reform is still needed to tackle rising costs and inactivity. Read the full details.
The Guardian and Observer's 2025 charity appeal launches, supporting four UK partners tackling poverty, homelessness, and social isolation. Discover how you can help.
A London food lover sampled 10 festive dishes at the city's newest Christmas market near Tottenham Court Road. Discover her top pick and full reviews to plan your visit.
Labour's new child poverty strategy targets lifting 550,000 children above the poverty line by 2030, tackling the stark reality that most poor children now live in working families. Discover the plan's key measures.
The Labour government unveils its child poverty strategy, targeting 550,000 children by 2030 with expanded childcare, free school meals, and support for vulnerable families. Read the full details.
Labour's new strategy tackles child poverty by lifting the two-child benefit cap and funding early years support. Discover the impact on families and the political shift.
Nigel Farage accuses the BBC of hypocrisy, countries boycott Eurovision, and the World Cup draw looms. Get the latest UK news and analysis in our daily briefing.
Residents on a Central London estate hit with new £250+ energy bills after safety works. Pensioner Kelvin says he's 'struggling' and fears eviction. Council admits billing errors.
The government's new child poverty strategy pledges to lift half a million children out of poverty by 2030, with the scrapping of the two-child benefit cap as its centrepiece. Critics argue the plan lacks long-term ambition.
The government's new child poverty strategy pledges to lift half a million children from poverty by scrapping the two-child benefit cap. Critics argue the plan lacks long-term ambition. Read the full analysis.
The UK government's new child poverty strategy includes help to leave temporary housing and childcare support, aiming to lift over half a million children out of poverty by 2030.
We review the £40 'Best of British' Michelin-star menu by Tommy Banks, delivered via Uber Eats in London. Was it a luxury treat or expensive takeaway?
Across the UK, a grassroots movement of sharing homemade food is quietly building social connections and combating loneliness. Discover how this gentle trade is fostering community spirit.
Families across five continents reveal their daily struggle against ultra-processed foods targeting children. New Lancet study warns of long-term health harms as obesity rates soar. Read their stories.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces new measures to help families choose affordable, regulated baby formula, saving up to £500 annually. Part of a wider strategy to tackle child poverty.
A new study finds concerning levels of persistent PFAS chemicals in popular cereal products across Europe, raising health alarms. Discover the findings and what they mean for consumers.
A leaked report reveals how poverty overwhelms hospitals in England's most deprived areas, impacting staff and patient care. Explore the systemic challenges facing the NHS.
Real Food Market launches festive markets at London Bridge and King's Cross stations for 2025. Find artisan food, gifts & cheer until Dec 22. Discover the details.
A viral essay argues the US poverty line for a family of four is $136,500, sparking debate on the true cost of living. Read the analysis and join the conversation.
UK shoppers are switching to pork mince as beef prices surge 27%. Waitrose sales jump 16% as home cooks adapt recipes like bolognese. Discover the cost-saving food trends.
A $6.25bn donation from Michael Dell for new 'Trump accounts' raises key questions about eligibility, withdrawals, and impact on child poverty in the US. Discover the details.
The beloved Lewisham street food market is set to return in spring 2026 after a five-year closure. It will feature retro 1950s styling, live music, and a focus on local vendors.
Save the Children's powerful 2025 Christmas advert cleverly mimics Coca-Cola's iconic trucks to highlight urgent aid needs. Discover the campaign's message and shocking child poverty research.
A Guardian analysis reveals a sharp rise in areas where extreme wealth and deprivation exist side-by-side in England, with a stark metal barrier in Grimsby becoming a physical symbol of the divide.
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