Crossbench Condemns Labor's FoI Fee Proposal
Labor's plan to charge for Freedom of Information requests faces fierce backlash from crossbench and opposition senators, who warn it damages democracy. Discover the details.
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MoD Blocks Release of Prince Andrew's Military Records
The Ministry of Defence refuses to disclose Prince Andrew's military files following a Freedom of Information request, as the royal continues to face scrutiny over his association with Jeffrey Epstein and Virginia Giuffre allegations.
Labour's Powell: Listen more to party members
In her first major speech as Labour's deputy leader, Lucy Powell calls for radical internal reforms to give party members greater influence over policy and direction.
Hargreaves Lansdown faces lobbying transparency questions
Exclusive FOI investigation reveals how Britain's largest investment platform engaged with government on behalf of insurance sector, raising transparency concerns.
GCSE and A-Level English reforms target literacy gap
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to English GCSEs and A-Levels to address England's stubborn literacy gap and regional achievement disparities.
Sussan Ley's Secret Trump Meeting Sparks Crisis
Explosive revelations emerge as Deputy Prime Minister Sussan Ley faces scrutiny over undisclosed meeting with Donald Trump during US trip, raising questions about government transparency and diplomatic protocols.
Queensland rewrites FOI laws after automated request deluge
The Queensland government is implementing sweeping changes to its Freedom of Information framework after being overwhelmed by automated requests, sparking debate about digital transparency versus bureaucratic sustainability.
Health Dept's £1M media unit faces transparency scrutiny
Revealed: The Department of Health's controversial media monitoring operation spent over £1 million while operating with minimal transparency, raising questions about government accountability and public spending.
FOI System at Breaking Point in England
Exclusive investigation reveals England's FOI system in crisis with soaring delays and rejected requests, threatening government transparency.
Government FOI crackdown fails as Ley praised
Labor's controversial freedom of information reforms face collapse as crossbench opposition grows, with Deputy Liberal Leader Sussan Ley receiving widespread praise for defending transparency.
Australia's transparency crisis: Govt breaks FOI pledges
Exclusive analysis reveals the Labor government is failing its own transparency commitments, with freedom of information delays and rejections reaching record levels despite election promises.
Kyle's Workers' Rights Reforms Transform UK Employment
Groundbreaking workers' rights reforms championed by Kyle promise to reshape Britain's employment sector with enhanced protections and fairer workplace practices.
SEND Reforms Risk Repeating Universal Credit Failures
A damning IFS report cautions that the government's planned special educational needs reforms risk mirroring the catastrophic rollout of Universal Credit, potentially leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Labour's Louise Haigh challenges Starmer's leadership approach
Shadow Transport Secretary Louise Haigh delivers a stunning rebuke to Keir Starmer's leadership, demanding radical reform and a return to party democracy in explosive internal clash.
Farage and Dorries Attack Labour's Reform Agenda
Brexit architect Nigel Farage and former Tory minister Nadine Dorries unite in fierce criticism of Labour's proposed reforms, warning of potential damage to UK democracy.
Trump-Style Politics Threatens UK Democracy: Guardian Warning
Exclusive analysis reveals how the upcoming party conference season could import disruptive Trumpian tactics into UK politics, posing a grave threat to democratic norms and civil discourse.
Scathing Report Condemns UK Benefit System for Fuelling Poverty
An official commission delivers a damning verdict on the UK's welfare system, revealing how complex bureaucracy and harsh policies are pushing vulnerable citizens into destitution.
Reeves Sets 6 March Budget Date, Tax Reforms Expected
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a pivotal Budget for 6 March, signalling potential capital gains tax reforms and confirming a new gambling levy to fund addiction services.
UK Police Chiefs Demand Reforms Amid Soaring Officer Assaults
National police leaders across England, Wales, and Scotland call for immediate legal changes and better support systems as assaults on officers surge, highlighting a growing crisis in law enforcement safety.
Labour faces internal fury over secretive FOI plans
The Australian Labor government is confronting a significant internal and cross-party backlash over proposed legislation that critics argue would severely restrict transparency and public access to government information.
Labour's National Insurance raid to fund free childcare plan
Exclusive investigation reveals Labour's radical plan to overhaul National Insurance, funding universal free childcare while sparking debate over fiscal responsibility and economic impact.
Starmer: Labour will block UK exit from ECHR
Sir Keir Starmer vows a Labour government will prevent the UK from leaving the European Convention on Human Rights, setting a clear battle line with the Conservatives on human rights law and immigration policy.
Reeves Forges New Pact with UK Banks to Boost Economy
Chancellor Rachel Reeves hosts landmark meeting with UK banking chiefs, unveiling a new 'shared commitment' to boost competitiveness and economic growth. Exclusive details on the new Mansion House reforms.
Labour's property tax bombshell: Rayner hints at major reforms
Exclusive: Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner signals major tax reforms targeting property investors and second homeowners, with a potential raid on capital gains and stamp duty. The plans could reshape the UK housing market.
Police Waste Millions on Bureaucracy Over Fighting Crime
A damning investigation reveals UK police forces are wasting millions on bureaucratic 'platitudes' and 'broken records' requests instead of tackling soaring crime rates. Victims are being failed as officers chase targets, not criminals.
Victoria Overhauls Working With Children Check Laws
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.
French PM Bayrou survives no-confidence vote in close call
Centrist Prime Minister François Bayrou narrowly survives a parliamentary confidence vote, securing 273 votes in favour amidst political turmoil over France's controversial education reforms.
Treasurer defends retiree tax breaks amid fairness push
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers defends generous superannuation tax concessions for retirees while promising intergenerational fairness reforms. Exclusive analysis reveals stark disparities in retirement benefits across age groups.
Childcare Reforms Threatened by Digital Exclusion Crisis
Major concerns emerge as the UK government's flagship childcare expansion, offering 15 free hours, is jeopardised by a complex and inaccessible digital application system, risking the exclusion of thousands of low-income and non-tech-savvy families.
Australia's Diplomatic Storm and Reform Controversy
Exclusive insight into Australia's escalating diplomatic row, the controversial 'Barry' roundtable reforms, and the political turmoil gripping Canberra. Discover the internal and external pressures shaping the nation's future.
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