#austerity

#austerity

The drugs crisis in prisons is the worst it has ever been, with experts warning that the prevalence of illicit substances is making jails increasingly difficult to manage positively.

The resolution of that crisis—deep cuts in public spending—was the opening act in a global five-decade austerity campaign that has yet to end.

Expect perfection. That's the slogan Martine Rose has used on her clothes for a few seasons - but I'm never quite sure if it's a challenge Rose is throwing down to herself, or a reflection of the demands placed on young designers.

What was announced was more spending equivalent to an additional £190bn over the parliamentary term.

Local elections have often been mysterious, with experts parsing results for hidden meanings, yet the reality frequently points to a general discontent with established parties.

In a remarkable, if not exactly serendipitous coincidence, the show comes out at a time when fiscal austerity is top-of-mind for so many Americans.

The challenge for modern football clubs lies in maximizing revenue while facing limitations in sponsorships and merchandise sales, leading some to cut costs instead.

Millions of public sector workers expected to receive above-inflation pay rise after a decade of belt-tightening, with costs estimated up to 10bn and 5.5% suggested increase for NHS and teaching staff.