Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.
Plan your year ahead! Here is the full, confirmed list of 2025 bank holidays for England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, including key dates for your diary.
Exclusive: A father's stage 4 cancer battle triggers a financial crisis as his bank account is frozen and he's forced into over £30,000 of debt. This is the heartbreaking human cost of the disease.
Expert reveals the three common bank holiday travel blunders that could leave you stranded and out of pocket. Discover how to avoid the traffic nightmare and save your long weekend.
Get the latest Met Office forecast for the Late May Bank Holiday weekend. Discover which UK counties will bask in sunshine and which should keep an umbrella handy.
Kazakhstan's parliament has passed a stringent new law mandating chemical castration for convicted child sex offenders, alongside public naming and lifetime GPS tracking, in one of the world's toughest anti-paedophilia measures.
Santander announces the closure of its popular 123 current account, impacting cashback and savings for thousands of UK customers. Here's the full breakdown.
Your complete guide to August Bank Holiday 2025 trading hours. Find out when major supermarkets like Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury's will be open, plus pub hours and which shops will be trading.
The Department for Work and Pensions is urging millions of Brits to check their bank accounts as a major £5,000 cost of living support payment is being issued. Here's who qualifies and how to claim.
Plan your August Bank Holiday 2025 shopping with our complete guide to Tesco's opening hours. Find out when your local Tesco Extra, Superstore, and Express will be open or closed.
New EU data exposes a devastating climate impact as wildfires in Spain emitted a staggering 20.8 million tonnes of CO2 in 2023, the highest level since records began in 2003.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced the date when it will start checking bank accounts of benefit claimants. Find out how this could affect you.
Lloyds Bank has introduced a new savings account offering an impressive 6.25% interest rate. Find out if this limited-time deal is the right move for your money.
The DWP has confirmed the start date for monitoring bank accounts of benefit claimants. Here's everything you need to know about the new rules and how they could affect you.
The Trump White House is reportedly monitoring the timekeeping practices of a key aide amid allegations of manipulating the system. Read the full investigation.
PwC has introduced a traffic light dashboard to track employee office attendance in the UK, sparking debate on workplace surveillance and hybrid work policies.
A woman's Oura ring flagged potential health issues long before doctors diagnosed her with cancer, showcasing the life-saving potential of wearable tech.
Halifax is offering £175 to eligible customers who switch to its Reward Current Account. Find out if you meet the criteria and how to claim your bonus.
Discover the pros and cons of the WHOOP 5 fitness tracker in our in-depth review. Is it worth the investment for serious athletes and fitness enthusiasts?
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is rolling out a new bank monitoring initiative to detect and prevent fraudulent benefit claims, potentially affecting millions of accounts.
ANZ, Bendigo Bank, Westpac, and Commonwealth Bank are issuing hefty refunds to customers after financial misconduct. Find out if you're eligible.
The UK government plans to grant the DWP sweeping powers to scrutinise bank accounts of benefit claimants in an effort to reduce fraud, sparking privacy concerns.
Labour leader Keir Starmer faces backlash over proposals to have police monitor migrants' social media activity to preempt potential unrest. Critics slam the move as an overreach of state surveillance.
Furious protesters in Epping vow to continue demonstrations until their concerns over a local migrant hotel are addressed, accusing authorities of ignoring their voices.
Specialist officers are tracking online activity amid fears of escalating tensions ahead of planned demonstrations in Epping. Authorities are on high alert to prevent unrest.
Abbott's latest innovation, the Lingo glucose monitor, promises to revolutionise health tracking by offering real-time glucose monitoring without needles. Discover how this wearable tech could change lives.
A leading UK bank is offering customers £200 just for switching their current account. Find out how to claim this limited-time cash bonus.
Money-saving expert Martin Lewis has issued a stark warning to UK bank account holders about potential financial pitfalls and how to avoid them.
TSB is offering a £310 cash bonus to customers who switch to its Spend & Save or Spend & Save Plus accounts. Find out eligibility criteria and how to apply.
An independent body will monitor the implementation of the Police Race Action Plan in England and Wales, ensuring accountability and progress in tackling racial disparities in policing.