Civil Service workforce reaches highest level in nearly 20 years
New figures reveal the UK Civil Service has grown to 554,000 staff, its largest size since 2006. Explore the drivers behind this surge and the government's plans for future reform.
New figures reveal the UK Civil Service has grown to 554,000 staff, its largest size since 2006. Explore the drivers behind this surge and the government's plans for future reform.
Explore the secret world of royal property, from Andrew's £30m Royal Lodge to William's market rent. Discover who pays what for their palatial homes.
Ofsted warns of a 'national scandal' as children's homes chase profit, clustering in cheap areas and charging up to £30,000 a week. Vulnerable children are being failed, says watchdog.
Families are abandoning Toronto as soaring property costs and rising street drug use shatter dreams of a secure family life. Discover why even six-figure incomes aren't enough.
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum that could compel women to undertake national service, a move testing European views on civic duty during the Ukraine war.
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.
Explore five downsizing property options across England, from a London apartment to a Kent cottage. Discover homes perfect for a simpler lifestyle amid potential tax changes.
A 92-year-old man and his 87-year-old wife face stress and anxiety as their neighbour, a wealthy fund manager, plans to demolish and rebuild the attached property in Norfolk's 'Chelsea-on-Sea'.
Former England striker Michael Owen reveals he purchased an entire street of houses for his family when he was just 19 years old. Discover this remarkable act of generosity from his football career earnings.
The US Postal Service reports a $9.5bn loss, proposing significant price increases and warning of an 'urgent need' for legislative changes to ensure its survival.
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway makes emotional decision to sell £4 million Islington townhouse after husband's death, marking new chapter for her family.
Discover why wealthy New York families are flocking to Greenwich, Connecticut, creating a property boom and transforming this affluent suburb into the new Manhattan escape.
Exclusive insight reveals how Meghan Markle's choice to decline a traditional royal home sparked unprecedented tensions within the monarchy and reshaped her relationship with the Royal Family.
Exclusive details reveal how the Duke of York and Sarah Ferguson are fighting to retain their lavish Windsor residence despite mounting financial pressures and royal family tensions.
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking state of military accommodation as service families face mould, vermin and collapsing ceilings while defence spending soars.
Shocking figures reveal HMRC failed to answer 85 million taxpayer calls over ten years, exposing a broken customer service system leaving millions frustrated and unheard.
Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure experienced widespread service disruptions, affecting businesses and users globally with login failures and connectivity issues.
A spectacular Sydney mansion in The Ponds has shattered property records with a staggering $60 million price tag, becoming one of Australia's most expensive residential sales ever.
The modest Queens residence where Donald Trump spent his formative years is now on the market, offering a rare glimpse into the childhood of the controversial political figure before his White House ambitions.
Nigel Farage announces radical plan to cut Civil Service by 140,000 positions, making it easier to dismiss officials while banning diversity initiatives in sweeping Whitehall overhaul.
Exclusive look at the Duke of York's dramatic downsize from 30-room mansion to Meghan-inspired cottage with Soho House aesthetics and royal repercussions.
Discover the astonishing Sydney residence that maintains a historic brick warehouse facade while concealing one of the city's most spectacular and innovative luxury homes behind its unassuming exterior.
Australia considers importing Japan's revolutionary prefabricated homes costing just £5,000 as radical solution to catastrophic housing shortage and affordability crisis.
Eleven UK councils are embracing radical prefabricated housing estates as temporary solutions to combat soaring homelessness and migrant accommodation pressures. Discover how this post-war approach is making a surprising comeback.
Discover the groundbreaking aged care facility in Surrey that's redefining senior living, where residents in their 50s and 60s are thriving through innovative care approaches and community integration.
A seemingly ordinary semi-detached house in England conceals an incredible architectural surprise that's stopping traffic and amazing locals. Discover the property that's anything but what it seems from the outside.
Discover how interior designer Laura Butler-Madden masterfully converted an 18th-century farmhouse in the Cotswolds into a breathtaking family home blending historic charm with contemporary elegance.
Discover the top family-friendly hotels in Mallorca that promise unforgettable Mediterranean escapes with childcare, kids' clubs, and stunning beachfront locations.
Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.
Discover how Scandinavian-inspired bathroom designs are transforming UK homes with eco-friendly solutions that combine minimalist aesthetics with water-saving technology and sustainable materials.