Abandon some jury trials or fund crisis-hit system, former chief justice says
Jury trials may need to be reconsidered in light of a funding crisis in the justice system.
Children's centres to close and parking charges to rise so London council can save 50m
Lambeth Council is implementing major cuts and charging increases to tackle a severe funding crisis driven by rising homelessness costs.
Many digital health startups are quietly raising down rounds and closing up shop. Here's why.
Healthcare startups face a severe funding crisis, with many reducing valuations or shutting down.
Donald Trump's policies would drain Social Security's finances faster, report finds
Trump's policies could significantly accelerate the depletion of Social Security's trust fund, affecting benefits for millions of Americans.
Arts centre risks closure over short-term funding
Applecart Arts in East London faces imminent closure due to a lack of funding, needing to raise £100,000 to maintain operations.
The venue is crucial for local artists and community engagement, emphasizing the need for immediate financial support.
Children face 'lifetime cost' of council crisis
Local services cuts threaten children's welfare significantly due to government budget shortfalls.
The Children's Commissioner advocates for protecting children's services amidst financial constraints.
Libraries and buses under threat as chancellor warned over 54bn council black hole
Councils face a funding crisis with a projected £54 billion shortfall due to rising social care costs, risking cuts to essential local services.
Syria funding crisis leaves vital Idlib hospital on brink of closure
Bab al-Hawa hospital in Idlib faces closure due to funding shortages, jeopardizing essential services for thousands of patients in desperate need of medical care.
The state of animal welfare in New York City? Not great, advocates say at City Council hearing * Brooklyn Paper
New York City's animal welfare is in crisis, requiring urgent city funding and support to alleviate overcrowded shelters and help struggling pet owners.
Ontario autism services enrolments decline in some weeks despite large waitlist | CBC News
Ontario's autism program faces a growing gap between demand for services and the number of children actually receiving them.
Thames Water proposes huge new bills hike
Thames Water plans to raise customer bills by up to 59% by 2030 due to funding crisis and infrastructural needs.
City Doesn't Have Enough Medical Examiners, Union Says
New York City's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) faces a crisis due to inadequate funding and staffing, impacting forensic services.
Column: News business needs help in California. Is government the answer?
State legislation in California may require big internet platforms like Google to contribute money to save journalism, essential for holding governments accountable and maintaining a healthy democracy.
NewsMatch Helps Local Nonprofit Newsrooms Raise Millions - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
Nonprofit institutions are stepping up to support local news amidst a crisis of closures and funding cuts.
Op-ed | Community media is still here * Brooklyn Paper
Public access television facing funding crisis due to declining cable subscriptions.
Existential threat to community media centers due to lack of financial support from streaming networks.
Opinion: The 'existential threat' facing New York public media - Brooklyn Magazine
Community media is vital for providing platforms for local stories and diverse perspectives.
Public access centers face funding crises due to declining cable subscriptions and the rise of streaming services.
London council rips out playgrounds to build houses then runs out of cash
Families in south London have stopped children from playing outside due to boarded-up play areas after a funding crisis.
The lack of play spaces illustrates a funding crisis in social housing and a need for better laws to protect children's play areas.
Councils in England warn of growing financial crisis
More councils in England are at risk of going bust after the government set out its tax and spending plans last month
Local authorities say a lack of funding in the Autumn Statement has left many facing effective bankruptcy
NSW police urged to improve mental health training after string of deaths involving vulnerable people
Improving mandatory mental health training for police officers is crucial to prevent harm and distress in mental health crises.