UK Defies Trump, Keeps Digital Services Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves maintains UK's Digital Services Tax despite US pressure, generating £800m from tech giants. Discover the political standoff and economic implications.
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Tax Threshold Freeze Extended: Calculate Your Bill
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the tax threshold freeze until 2031. Use our calculator to see how much more tax you will pay as your salary increases.
Nigeria Welcomes St Kitts Delegates After Visa Deal
Nigeria welcomes its first official delegation from St Kitts and Nevis following a historic visa-free travel agreement, signalling a new era of Afri-Caribbean cooperation.
Trump excludes South Africa from 2026 G20 summit
Donald Trump bans South Africa from 2026 G20 meeting in Florida amid escalating diplomatic tensions. Read the full story on the punitive measures and South Africa's response.
Reeves' Budget: Short-Term Relief, Long-Term Pain
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a high-stakes budget offering immediate relief but deferring significant tax increases. Will this gamble pay off for Labour's political future? Analysis inside.
Tax freeze hits low earners harder than rate rise
Resolution Foundation analysis reveals Rachel Reeves's budget tax threshold freeze will disproportionately impact lower-income households. Discover the full economic consequences.
NHS Doctor Suspended Over Antisemitic Social Media Posts
An NHS trauma doctor has been suspended for 15 months pending a GMC investigation into alleged antisemitic social media posts. Read the full tribunal findings.
Reeves defends budget as working people face tax rise
Chancellor Rachel Reeves admits working people will pay more tax but defends budget choices. Read her full response to critics and economic forecasts.
DWP Benefits Rise: Universal Credit & PIP Increase
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a £15 billion benefits boost, raising Universal Credit, PIP, and child benefits while scrapping the controversial two-child cap. Find out how this affects you.
Asylum seeker hotel placements jump by 4,000
Official data reveals a 13% summer surge in asylum seekers housed in UK hotels, reaching over 36,000. Home Secretary cites migration pressure. Read the full analysis.
Poor CPR at Wandsworth Prison contributed to death
HMP Wandsworth staff delivered substandard CPR to dying inmate Peter Honnor, 55, with delays in emergency response and inadequate medical care revealed in watchdog report.
Budget leak investigation launched by OBR chair
OBR chair Richard Hughes expresses mortification over budget document leak 45 minutes early. Former cybersecurity chief Ciaran Martin to lead investigation into security breach.
UK Net Migration Drops 69% to 204,000
Official figures reveal UK net migration has fallen 69% to 204,000 in the year to June 2025. Explore the implications of this significant shift in immigration trends.
Metro News Retracts Article on Abuse Allegations
Metro News has deleted an article detailing domestic abuse claims made by Sandra Odufaderin after her former partner provided evidence denying the allegations. Read the full statement.
Cyber expert: London council attack 'serious breach'
Security expert warns cyber attack on Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster councils could be far more serious than revealed, with ICO involvement suggesting data loss. Critical services affected.
Trump's approval hits historic low in all polls
Donald Trump's approval rating turns negative across every major poll for the first time, with 55% of Americans disapproving. Discover what's driving this dramatic shift.
Europe scrambles to join Ukraine peace talks
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy insists his country can still win as European governments plan to influence US-led peace talks. Macron also unveils new French defence plans.
France introduces voluntary military conscription
France announces voluntary military service to expand its armed forces as European nations prepare for potential conflict with Russia by 2030. Learn about the new defence strategy.
Stars back powerful rape truce film for violence campaign
Jason Isaacs and Dame Harriet Walter among 120 voices in film demanding one day without rape. Marks International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women with stark statistics.
Podcast Reveals Budget's Hidden Problems
Sky News' Politics at Sam and Anne's podcast dives into Rachel Reeves's budget, questioning a return to austerity and the practicality of new taxes. Listen now for the full analysis.
Reeves defends budget as think tanks raise concerns
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over Labour's tax manifesto pledge as leading think tanks question budget decisions. Follow live updates and analysis.
Barnaby Joyce's Political Circus Continues
Barnaby Joyce claims to dislike the political circus while simultaneously creating one. Analysis reveals his contradictory behaviour continues to dominate Australian politics.
Two-Child Benefit Limit Abolished in UK Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abolishes the controversial two-child benefit limit, lifting 450,000 children out of poverty. Discover the impact and the political fallout of this landmark decision.
Drug dealer's fishing knife excuse fails in court
Louis Cummings claimed his knife was for fishing despite no equipment. Police found 130 NOS canisters at his Ashford home. Read the full sentencing details.
Labour tax pledge costs millions of workers
A new report reveals how sticking to Labour's manifesto tax promise has financially hurt low and middle earners. Discover the full analysis and what it means for future budgets.
Washington DC Shooting & Trump Legal News
Sky News' Trump100 podcast reacts to the Washington DC shooting and explores a potential legal victory for the former president. Listen now for the full analysis.
Jury Trial Scrap Plans Threaten UK Justice System
Leaked government proposals to restrict jury trials for offences carrying up to five years in prison have sparked fury from senior lawyers. Discover what this means for democracy and the 80,000-case backlog.
Ceiling collapse after council's 10 failed leak fixes
A North London man's ceiling collapsed after Camden Council failed over 10 times to fix a leak. The Housing Ombudsman found severe service failures. Read the full investigation.
UK Fiscal Repair 'Far From Complete' After Budget
Resolution Foundation analysis reveals UK faces major tax rises and public service cuts despite budget measures. Debt forecasts worsen as growth outlook downgraded.
Young Professionals Hit Hard by Labour Budget
Rachel Reeves' Budget freezes push millions into higher tax bands, with young graduates facing a 57% marginal tax rate. Discover the impact on your finances.
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