HMRC wrongly stopped child benefit for 15,000 parents
New figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud crackdown wrongly targeted 15,000 legitimate UK families. Discover the full scale of the fiasco and its impact.
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Foreign Office hacked, ministers say no personal data at risk
A minister confirms the Foreign Office suffered a hack in October but states the government is 'fairly confident' individual data is safe. Get the latest on this security breach.
UK Government Borrowing Overshoots Expectations in November
UK public sector borrowing reached £11.7bn in November, surpassing City forecasts. Year-on-year borrowing fell due to higher tax receipts from NI changes. Read the full analysis.
Massive data centre's water demand raises environmental concerns
Plans for the UK's biggest data centre in Northumberland face scrutiny over its colossal water needs, equivalent to a town of 50,000 people. Local campaigners warn of environmental strain.
Westminster Council warns personal data copied by hackers
Westminster City Council confirms hackers likely copied sensitive resident data in a November cyber attack. The council is investigating the breach's full impact. Find out which services are affected and how to get help.
Snicko Operator Error Costs England Crucial Ashes Wicket
A Snicko operator error denied England a vital Alex Carey wicket in the Ashes. Carey admitted he edged the ball but went on to score 106. BBG Sports accepts culpability.
Pornhub data breach exposes 200m premium user records
Hackers accessed viewing habits and search history of Pornhub Premium users. The breach, linked to ShinyHunters, involves data from before 2021. Read the full details.
England consider complaint after Ashes Snicko error
England weigh a formal protest after a Snicko technology blunder reprieves Alex Carey, who went on to score a crucial century on day one of the third Ashes Test. Read the full story.
Great Lakes water crisis as AI data centres move in
Water levels across the Great Lakes are falling, just as energy-hungry mega-scale data centres move into the region. Communities in Ohio and Michigan are fighting back against the threat to their water supply. Read the full investigation.
Citi and LSEG Strike Major Data Partnership
Citi partners with London Stock Exchange Group to integrate Workspace data, aiming to boost efficiency for its 35,000 investment bankers. Discover the strategic move.
Speed camera error leads to thousands of incorrect fines
A technical fault with variable speed cameras has led to thousands of incorrect fines since 2021. Find out if you're affected and what action is being taken.
Pension Error Forces Retiree to Repay £25,000
A retired UK civil servant must repay over £25,000 after a pension scheme miscalculation. Discover the implications for public sector retirees and how to check your pension.
Labour's Facial Recognition Plan Sparks Privacy Fears
Labour's nationwide facial recognition consultation raises alarms over data security and state surveillance. Experts warn of inevitable leaks and misuse. Read the full analysis.
AI Boom's Hidden Cost: Huge Water Demand for Data Centres
Experts warn Australia's AI-driven data centre boom will strain water resources, with Sydney's needs alone exceeding Canberra's drinking supply. Read the full analysis of the environmental challenge.
Post Office reprimanded by ICO over data breach
The Information Commissioner's Office has issued a formal reprimand to the Post Office for a significant data breach exposing personal details of over 350 individuals. Read the full investigation.
Crossbench fury over Labour's 'undemocratic' FOI changes
Opposition and crossbench MPs slam the government's proposed Freedom of Information reforms, including new fees and extended response times, warning of a threat to democratic accountability.
UK Economy Grows in Q3 2025 on Data Centre Boom
The UK economy grew by 0.2% in Q3 2025, ending a technical recession. A surge in data centre investment and a rise in household spending drove the recovery. Read the full analysis.
Pete Hegseth's 'Franklin the Turtle' Gaffe Causes Stir
Fox News host Pete Hegseth's bizarre claim about Benjamin Franklin inventing a turtle character has ignited widespread mockery and a debate on historical knowledge. Discover the full story and fallout here.
12 more prisoners released in error, two at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 further mistaken prisoner releases in England and Wales since November, with two still at large. He insists the trend is downwards.
Two mistakenly freed prisoners remain at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals 12 more prisoners were mistakenly released in a month, with two still at large. Get the latest on this ongoing prison system failure.
12 more prisoners mistakenly freed, two at large
Justice Secretary David Lammy admits 12 further erroneous prisoner releases since November, with two still at large. Get the latest on this ongoing prison system fiasco.
Two violent prisoners mistakenly released still on run
Justice Secretary David Lammy reveals two prisoners mistakenly freed remain at large, as 91 erroneous releases occurred between April and October. Follow for latest UK justice news.
46,000 drivers wrongly fined for ULEZ charges
Transport for London has overturned over 46,000 fines issued to drivers of compliant vehicles in the Ultra Low Emission Zone. Discover how DVLA data errors led to the penalties and what to do if you're affected.
The Secretive Process of Joining a Government Board
An insider's look at the opaque and often baffling process of securing a seat on a UK government board. Discover the unspoken rules and hidden pathways to public appointments.
OBR report leaked twice due to staff technical errors
The OBR's fiscal report was leaked before the Budget due to technical errors, marking its 'worst failure' in 15 years. The watchdog pledges major changes to its publication process.
Elderly left in cold by faulty energy meter and poor service
An elderly woman in Stafford was left without heating due to a faulty British Gas prepayment meter, highlighting systemic customer service failures across UK energy suppliers, including billing errors and threats to minors.
£100 parking fine after machine error during dad's cancer
Matt Browne shares his distressing battle with a parking firm after a ticket machine error led to a £100 fine while buying slippers for his dying father. Read his full story.
79-year-old widow chased for 2p energy debt
A 79-year-old disabled widow from Dudley was pursued for a 2p debt due to a computer error, threatening her credit rating and causing immense stress. Discover how the situation was resolved.
MPs probe Afghan data leak handling by government
MPs investigate the Tory government's handling of a leak exposing 19,000 Afghans. A whistleblower reveals Taliban used abandoned UK equipment to track targets.
FCA investigates WH Smith accounting error
City watchdog makes inquiries into WH Smith's accounting blunder that wiped £600m off market value. Read the latest on the retailer's strategic shift.
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