NHS to pay £1bn more for drugs under US trade deal
The NHS must find an extra £1bn annually for medicines under a new US trade pact, with no new Treasury funding. Health leaders warn of frontline service cuts. Read the full analysis.
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UK's 25% US Drug Price Deal: A 'Problematic Precedent'
The UK's agreement to pay 25% more for new US medicines has sparked warnings it could set a dangerous precedent for Australia's Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. Experts fear global ripple effects.
UK-US agree zero tariff deal on pharmaceuticals
The UK and US have struck a deal to maintain 0% tariffs on medicines for three years, alongside NHS commitments to increase spending on new drugs. Discover the implications for patients and industry.
UK-US Agree Zero-Tariff Pharmaceuticals Deal
The UK and US have finalised a landmark trade agreement to eliminate tariffs on pharmaceutical products. Discover how this deal aims to lower drug costs and boost medical innovation.
NHS drug costs to rise 25% in US trade deal
The NHS will pay 25% more for new medicines under a UK-US trade agreement, costing taxpayers £3bn. The deal secures zero tariffs for UK pharmaceutical exports to America. Discover the full impact.
Trump's golf trips could cost taxpayers $300m
Donald Trump's golf travel has cost US taxpayers $71m since January, with total spending potentially reaching a staggering $300m. Discover the full financial impact.
Christmas market stall rents hit festive traders hard
As UK Christmas markets open across the country, small businesses face eye-watering stall rental costs while visitors complain about high prices. Discover the true cost of festive trading.
Queensland's $48k BBQs and $60k Taps Shock Ratepayers
Shocking investigation reveals Queensland councils spending thousands on basic infrastructure like $48,000 barbecues and $60,000 taps due to excessive regulations.
Scottish Government costs surge £53m in one year
Scottish Government operating costs balloon to £856m despite remote working. IT spending rises £25m while accommodation savings remain minimal. Taxpayers face growing bill.
ADHD medication recalled over effectiveness issues
A popular generic ADHD medication is being recalled nationwide after tests showed it may not dissolve properly, failing to deliver the full dose. Patients urged to check their prescriptions.
Trump's plan to slash weight-loss drug prices
Former President Donald Trump proposes dramatic government intervention to cut costs of blockbuster drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, challenging pharmaceutical giants and reshaping US healthcare policy.
Trump pledges to cut weight-loss drug prices
Former President Donald Trump vows to dramatically reduce prices of GLP-1 medications including Ozempic and Wegovy if re-elected, targeting pharmaceutical giants in latest healthcare pledge.
Trump Pressures Novo Nordisk Over Ozempic Pricing
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly pushing pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk for major Ozempic price cuts in a move that could transform diabetes and weight loss treatment accessibility in America.
Big Pharma's Tax Breaks: Calls for Transparency Grow
Pharmaceutical giants face mounting pressure to justify massive tax incentives amid concerns over NHS funding and pandemic-era profit surges. Westminster demands clarity on whether public investment delivers fair returns.
EV Charging Costs Skyrocket 75% - Are You Paying Too Much?
New data reveals electric vehicle owners are facing massive price hikes at public charging points, with costs increasing by up to 75% in some areas. Discover which networks are charging the most and how to save on your EV charging bills.
4 Times Parents Needn't Pay for Child's Car
Discover the surprising situations where parents have no legal obligation to pay for their child's car, insurance, or running costs. Essential reading for UK families navigating motoring expenses.
50+ Ways to Slash Your Bills & Save £500+
Discover expert money-saving hacks that could save British households over £500 annually on energy, food, and household bills with simple lifestyle changes.
This Morning viewers stunned by £700 monthly car insurance
This Morning viewers were left in complete disbelief when a guest revealed her staggering £700-per-month car insurance premium, sparking outrage and debate about the UK's insurance crisis.
UK patients face treatment delays in pharma pricing crisis
A bitter pricing dispute between the UK government and pharmaceutical companies threatens to delay vital new medicines for NHS patients, with industry leaders warning of an escalating crisis.
GSK chief warns UK drug pricing reforms threaten industry
Emma Walmsley warns that proposed NHS drug pricing reforms could devastate Britain's pharmaceutical industry and drive investment overseas in stark government warning.
Child costs hit £250,000 in Australia
Shocking new research from the Australian Institute of Family Studies reveals the true cost of raising children in Australia, with housing and education driving expenses to unprecedented levels.
California declares emergency over insulin prices
Governor Gavin Newsom takes unprecedented action against pharmaceutical giants as insulin prices soar, making California first US state to produce its own affordable medication.
EVs Cost More Than Petrol Cars, New Study Reveals
Groundbreaking research from the UK shows electric vehicles are now more expensive to fuel than their petrol counterparts, challenging government net-zero policies and consumer assumptions about EV ownership costs.
Aisle seat surcharges hit Australian event-goers
Furious spectators are being hit with unexpected 'aisle seat' fees when they need to leave their seats during major sporting and entertainment events across Australia.
AstraZeneca cuts drug prices for NHS in Trump-backed deal
Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca agrees to major price reductions on life-saving medications for NHS patients in unprecedented deal supported by former President Trump, promising significant savings for Britain's healthcare system.
Trump pressured AstraZeneca on US drug prices
Exclusive investigation reveals how Donald Trump pressured AstraZeneca to slash US drug prices while keeping UK costs high, exposing stark transatlantic healthcare divide.
AstraZeneca to Provide Cancer Drugs to Medicaid Patients
In a groundbreaking healthcare development, AstraZeneca announces it will provide expensive cancer medications to low-income Americans through Medicaid, challenging pharmaceutical industry norms.
Trump Claims AstraZeneca COVID Drug Discount Amid Questions
Former President Donald Trump announces dramatic price reduction for AstraZeneca's COVID-19 antibody treatment, but details remain scarce and verification proves challenging.
Trump: Big Pharma 'held NHS to ransom' on vaccines
Former US President Donald Trump makes explosive allegations about pharmaceutical companies exploiting the NHS during pandemic negotiations, claiming Britain paid 'far more than other countries' for COVID vaccines.
UK family finds £20k private school paradise in Mauritius
Discover how one British family transformed their lives by moving from the UK to Mauritius, where their children now enjoy premium private education for just £20,000 annually while embracing island paradise living.
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