Reform UK's turbulent first seven months in local power
After taking control of 10 councils, Reform UK's 'anti-woke' agenda faces the reality of local government in Lancashire. Helen Pidd reports on care home closures and rising complaints.
After taking control of 10 councils, Reform UK's 'anti-woke' agenda faces the reality of local government in Lancashire. Helen Pidd reports on care home closures and rising complaints.
The Post Office warns 8 December will be its busiest day for Christmas post. A third of Britons plan to send gifts by mail. Post early and check deadlines to ensure delivery.
The Post Office warns Friday 8 December will be its busiest day, as a survey shows a 33% surge in Britons planning to send gifts. Royal Mail hires 20,000 temps. Post early to avoid stress.
US Senate leader Chuck Schumer's New York offices received emailed bomb threats referencing rigged election claims. Law enforcement responded. Read the latest details.
Police are weighing corporate manslaughter charges in the Post Office Horizon scandal, linked to 13 suicides. The unprecedented investigation involves over 3,000 victims. Read the latest.
Royal Mail is replacing over 3,000 traditional post boxes with modern, solar-powered versions across UK cities. Discover how this Christmas change affects parcel posting and community traditions.
New research reveals how the rapid disappearance of local shops and services is pushing rural communities to the brink, with devastating consequences for elderly residents and local economies.
New research exposes Britain's workplace revolution as millions of employees now bring their furry companions to the office, with dogs dominating the trend.
Discover how British households are transforming traditional living spaces into home offices, gyms, and creative zones in a radical rethinking of domestic life.
A 92-year-old war veteran has been left penniless after the Post Office scandal saw his life savings vanish. Dennis Skinner's desperate fight for justice exposes the human cost of Britain's most shocking financial miscarriage.
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
Discover the clever design secret of Britain's iconic red post boxes that's been hiding in plain sight for generations - and why it's absolutely brilliant.
Exclusive: Australian Federal Police execute search warrants at WiseTech Global's Sydney headquarters as part of an ongoing criminal investigation into serious financial offences.
The first 5p coins featuring King Charles III enter circulation across UK post offices, marking a new era in British currency with subtle design changes.
The UK Government has rejected a formal request from Scottish Ministers to open international offices, escalating tensions over foreign policy powers and devolved authority.
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
Food and beverage giant Nestlé announces significant workforce reduction across UK operations, cutting 289 positions while creating 187 new roles in strategic realignment.
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
A grieving father makes an emotional appeal after ITV's powerful drama highlights the Post Office Horizon scandal that devastated his family, mirroring his daughter's tragic story.
Exclusive investigation reveals how faulty Horizon IT system destroyed lives across Britain while executives received massive bonuses. Victims demand justice and compensation.
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey issues emotional apology for his ministerial inaction during the Post Office Horizon IT scandal while facing protests from victims.
Post Office scandal hero Alan Bates condemns 'madness' as victims wait for justice while former executives receive huge payouts and bonuses.
Exclusive investigation reveals how faulty Horizon software destroyed hundreds of lives in the UK's most widespread miscarriage of justice. Victims speak out as compensation battle continues.
Young British workers are using TikTok tutorials and AI tools like ChatGPT to outperform experienced colleagues, creating a new digital skills gap in offices across the UK.