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#self-build
fromHomebuilding
6 days ago
Renovation

What is the Government's New Housing Bank? How funds might be available for your housing project

fromHomebuilding
6 days ago
Renovation

What is the Government's New Housing Bank? How funds might be available for your housing project

#venture-capital
#compensation
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Man denies trying to incite armed pandemic uprising

Paul Martin, 60, allegedly attempted to incite an armed uprising against the UK government during the Covid-19 pandemic, amassing an arsenal of weapons including crossbows, knives, and a stun gun.
UK politics
#artificial-intelligence
fromIT Pro
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

'A major step forward': Keir Starmer's 187 million tech skills drive welcomed by UK industry

fromIT Pro
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

'A major step forward': Keir Starmer's 187 million tech skills drive welcomed by UK industry

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

The government has created the perfect storm as nearly 1 million small businesses face closure - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The first change of UK government in 14 years has led to significant financial pressure on 5.5 million small businesses, heavily impacting employment and turnover.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Critics of UK role in Gaza war consider setting up independent tribunal

Critics of the UK's role in the Gaza war are considering setting up an independent tribunal if Labour blocks an official inquiry backed by Jeremy Corbyn.
UK politics
#investment
UK politics
fromHomebuilding
3 weeks ago

Britain's housing crisis gets a lifeline with 39bn committed to building affordable homes in Spending Review

UK government unveils £39 billion plan for 1.5 million affordable homes in a decade aimed at tackling the housing crisis.
UK politics
fromHomebuilding
3 weeks ago

Britain's housing crisis gets a lifeline with 39bn committed to building affordable homes in Spending Review

UK government unveils £39 billion plan for 1.5 million affordable homes in a decade aimed at tackling the housing crisis.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK bond yields rise sharply amid speculation over future of Rachel Reeves

UK government borrowing costs surged as speculation over Rachel Reeves's role as chancellor intensified. City investors flagged a multibillion-pound deficit due to Labour's welfare policy reversal.
UK politics
#palestine-action
#human-rights
#labour-party
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Industry chiefs sound alarm over 'horrific' packaging tax threatening UK businesses

Senior figures from various UK industries warn that the government's new packaging tax will be detrimental, with increased costs potentially passed onto consumers or leading to business relocation.
UK news
#technology
#protest-rights
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

PM 'agrees' welfare changes deal with Labour rebels

The government is expected to announce a deal shortly with Labour rebels on its planned benefits changes, indicating significant political pressures and concessions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Ministers refuse to name companies that lobbied them over foreign ownership of UK newspapers

The government's recent adjustment to foreign ownership laws for British newspapers, allowing 15% foreign ownership, reflects ongoing tensions around media influence and transparency.
UK news
#nhs
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Foreign Office faces inquiry over Harry Dunn case

Mr Dunn's mother Charlotte Charles stated, 'We hope this inquiry will be a genuine, independent search for truth, not just for our sake, but to ensure that no other family ever has to endure what we did.'
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Scientists criticise cut in UK funding for global vaccination group

Many thousands of children who could have lived will instead die; it’s hugely disappointing to see the UK government backsliding rather than driving progress on global poverty.
UK news
#palestine
fromTheregister
1 week ago

MPs question Fujitsu's continued role in UK public sector

Despite its previous pledge to halt bidding for UK public contracts due to the Horizon scandal, Fujitsu has successfully secured a new contract, raising questions.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Minister to meet food delivery firms over reports of illegal workers

The government will meet food delivery companies next week following reports that some asylum seekers are working illegally as couriers within hours of their arrival in the UK.
UK news
#steel-industry
#politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Headteachers in England threaten to quit as Ofsted inspectors over proposed overhaul

Headteachers are considering withdrawing as Ofsted inspectors unless the government revises proposed changes to school grading, stating this highlights their strong opposition.
UK politics
#national-security
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Farmers seek judicial review over inheritance tax clampdown

The legal claim, served on Tuesday to Chancellor Rachel Reeves and HMRC, calls for a judicial review of the government's decision to cap long-standing tax reliefs for farmland and family businesses without a full public consultation.
UK politics
fromIT Pro
1 week ago

'A huge national security risk': Thousands of government laptops, tablets, and phones are missing and nowhere to be found

"Sophisticated hackers can break into such devices, potentially opening a 'back door' to government departments. This creates a huge national security risk."
Information security
#keir-starmer
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Air India crash: Hundreds feared dead after plane comes down DW 06/12/2025

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expresses devastation over the Air India plane crash involving British nationals.
UK news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Air India crash: Hundreds feared dead after plane comes down DW 06/12/2025

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer expresses devastation over the Air India plane crash involving British nationals.
#green-energy
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK government unveils 275m investment in training and apprenticeships in England

The skills funding aims to end overreliance on foreign labour and ensure domestic talent for critical industries, countering national decline narratives.
UK politics
#climate-change
UK news
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

UK bets big and small on nuclear to meet DC demand

The UK is heavily investing in nuclear energy to address future energy demands and climate challenges.
UK news
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

UK bets big and small on nuclear to meet DC demand

The UK is heavily investing in nuclear energy to address future energy demands and climate challenges.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Millions more on benefits to get 150 off energy bills

The significant expansion of the Warm Home Discount will benefit 2.7 million more households across Britain, effectively providing much-needed energy bill support this winter.
UK politics
#hs2
#israel
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Britons in Israel told to notify Foreign Office to receive instructions on how to leave

David Lammy emphasized to MPs that the Foreign Office is urging all British nationals in Israel to register, ensuring the government can provide vital evacuation information.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Grooming gangs scandal: What is the new inquiry going to do after the Casey report?

At its heart, she identifies a deep rooted failure to treat children as children, a continued failure to protect children and teenage girls from rape, from exploitation and serious violence.
UK politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Britain's MI6 spy agency names first female chief

Blaise Metreweli, the first-ever female MI6 chief, will succeed Richard Moore, marking a historic milestone in the agency’s 116-year history as she embodies a new era of leadership.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Reeves vows to shield UK from Israel-Iran price shock

Chancellor Rachel Reeves emphasized the government's commitment to combating economic impacts from the Iran-Israel conflict, acknowledging rising energy costs as a major concern.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Minister to soften disability benefits shake-up

Kendall believes protecting the most vulnerable is essential, stating: "When we set out our reforms we promised to protect those most in need, particularly those who can never work."
UK politics
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

UK fusion reactor dream gets another 2.5 billion from gov't

UK government invests £2.5 billion in fusion energy project despite minimal progress reported.
Investment in STEP project indicates strong government support for fusion energy development.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Demob-happy IFS director tears into Rachel Reeves's spending review

Paul Johnson's final IFS press conference reveals his candid criticism of government's spending plans, indicating potential tax rises and unrealistic financial projections.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Data bill opposed by Sir Elton John and Dua Lipa finally passes

A contentious UK bill on data usage passed without amendments protecting artists' copyrights against AI exploitation.
UK politics
fromTheartnewspaper
3 weeks ago

UK department of culture faces cuts following government spending review

The DCMS faces funding cuts despite an increase in resource spending over the next few years.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

MPs to investigate potential for government digital identity scheme | Computer Weekly

The UK Parliament is investigating the risks and opportunities of digital identity schemes amid calls for a national ID system.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Growing proportion of aid budget to be spent on asylum hotels next year

‘Almost a quarter of the overseas aid budget will be spent on asylum accommodation in the UK next year while overall spending suffers dramatic cuts.’
UK politics
#spending-review
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago
UK politics

Rachel Reeves outlines boosts for NHS and housing

The UK government announced increased annual funding for the NHS and new investments while tightening budgets for some departments.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago
UK politics

Reeves's spending priorities leave little wiggle room

The Spending Review will be pivotal in shaping UK public spending and future priorities.
#economy
UK politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

How the UK Plans to Boost Its Economy

The British government is prioritizing economic growth with significant investments in defense, healthcare, and infrastructure.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Casement park rebuild given boost after Government pledges 50m in spending review

The redevelopment of Casement Park has received £50 million of funding from the UK Government.
UK politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

How the UK Plans to Boost Its Economy

The British government is prioritizing economic growth with significant investments in defense, healthcare, and infrastructure.
#legislation
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Rough sleeping to be decriminalised in England and Wales

Rough sleeping will be decriminalised as the UK government scraps the 200-year-old Vagrancy Act.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Rough sleeping to be decriminalised in England and Wales

Rough sleeping will be decriminalised as the UK government scraps the 200-year-old Vagrancy Act.
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago
UK politics

Michelle Mone-linked PPE firm faces 122m high court battle with government

The UK government is suing PPE Medpro for £122 million over unsuitable Covid-era surgical gowns.
PPE Medpro was awarded contracts through a controversial fast-track procurement process.
#sizewell-c
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

No blank cheque for Sizewell C nuclear project, says PM

The UK government is investing £14.2 billion in Sizewell C to enhance energy security and create jobs, despite concerns over costs and environmental impacts.
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