Labour's funding shake-up could trigger council tax rises
Economists warn Labour's council funding raid could force tax increases across the UK, with six areas facing unlimited rises from 2027. Discover the impact on your bills.
Economists warn Labour's council funding raid could force tax increases across the UK, with six areas facing unlimited rises from 2027. Discover the impact on your bills.
A new 'fairer' funding system for England will divert central cash to the most deprived areas, pressuring councils in London and the South East. Five London boroughs will see council tax caps removed.
English councils get a £78bn funding boost with a 23% spending power rise. Council tax rises capped at 3%, with extra for social care. Find out what it means for you.
A major review by Baroness Hodge finds Arts Council England has sidelined artistic excellence in favour of box-ticking bureaucracy. Read the full report and reactions.
CBS Sports Radio cancels 'The Zach Gelb Show' as part of a major network restructuring. Host confirms final broadcast this Friday. Read the full story.
Michigan State University receives a transformative $401 million donation from Greg and Dawn Williams, the largest in its history, to boost academics and athletics. Discover the impact.
The Missouri Gaming Commission hails the smooth rollout of legal sports betting, with over 250,000 active accounts on the first day. Discover the key figures and industry reaction.
Cricket fans have renewed fierce criticism of TNT Sports' Ashes commentary, calling it 'shocking' and a 'poor product'. Discover why viewers are demanding a return to Sky Sports.
A record 1,082 grassroots sports clubs have applied for Flutter's £500k Cash4Clubs grants, highlighting a severe funding crisis. Discover which clubs need help most and how the money is used.
Britain's National Education Union threatens national strikes as 500,000 teachers may walk out over school funding concerns following the Budget. Find out why.
Scottish and Welsh Labour leaders praise a £2bn funding boost and the abolition of the two-child benefit cap in the new budget, hoping it will reverse their fortunes in upcoming elections.
Missouri sports betting launches December 1, 2025. Compare the best sportsbooks, welcome bonuses, and key regulations for the Show-Me State's new market.
Sky Sports' Halo TikTok channel aimed at women was pulled after just three days. Discover why this marketing misstep highlights a fundamental flaw in how sports engage female audiences.
The World Health Organisation announces significant staff reductions and programme cuts following US funding withdrawal. Learn how this impacts global health security.
New Zealand's unique approach to sports betting distribution is generating millions for sporting bodies like basketball and table tennis, creating a model Australia is watching closely.
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Sky Sports has scrapped its female-targeted Halo brand just days after launch following a furious backlash accusing it of being patronising. Read the full story.
Sky Sports faces criticism for its new female-targeted TikTok channel 'Halo', branded the 'lil sis' of main content and accused of patronising women with pink branding. Discover the full story.
Missouri's legal sports betting market, launching 1st December, is projected to generate a massive $3.88bn handle in its first year. Discover the key figures and driving forces behind this economic surge.
Historic Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet becomes the first UK state school to launch an overseas branch in Dubai. The venture aims to generate funds for its British counterpart amid funding shortages.
Former President Donald Trump's pressure on Republican lawmakers threatens to trigger a massive federal government shutdown, putting millions of workers and essential services at risk.
Police Scotland faces its most severe financial crisis since its creation, with chiefs warning they need an additional £140 million annually just to maintain current service levels amid rising operational costs.
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
Exclusive investigation reveals English councils' home-to-school transport costs have surged by 24%, leaving vulnerable families and local authorities in financial distress.
NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.
India's historic Women's World Cup victory could reshape global cricket's landscape, with strategic investment poised to challenge Australia's dominance and inspire a generation.
Exclusive: University of Dundee confronts financial turmoil after Scottish ministers block emergency funding, sparking job security fears and union outrage over government intervention in higher education.
Former US President Donald Trump faces criticism for hosting lavish Halloween festivities while UK government reduces support for children with special needs through Snap funding programme.
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As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.