Retail Chiefs Slam Labour's Essential Price Cap Plan
Retail bosses have reacted with fury to Labour's plan to cap prices of everyday essentials in return for easing regulations, calling it 'idiotic' and 'state control'.
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UK Experts Call for Maximum Workplace Temperature Law
Climate Change Committee chair Baroness Brown urges the UK to introduce a maximum workplace temperature law to protect workers from extreme heat, citing rising temperatures and productivity risks.
GPs to Stop Sick Notes in Trial to Cut Benefits Bill
GPs in England will stop issuing sick notes under a trial aimed at keeping people in work and reducing the benefits bill. Alternatives include job coaching and therapy plans.
Former Asda Boss Slams 'Idiotic' Price Cap Plans
Lord Stuart Rose calls government-imposed supermarket price caps 'idiotic' and 'unworkable', as Treasury minister denies plans amid falling inflation to 2.8%.
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HS2 Reset: Simon Calder's Analysis of the Railway Project
Simon Calder assesses the latest reset of the HS2 project, examining its reduced scope, cost overruns, and whether it will deliver promised capacity and economic benefits.
CSIRO Job Cuts Go Ahead Despite $387m Funding Boost
Scientists warn CSIRO job cuts will harm climate modelling; Adelaide program helps homeless; Ebola outbreak raises vaccine questions.
Sizewell C Costs May Outweigh Benefits Until 2064
The NAO warns that the £38bn Sizewell C nuclear plant's savings for households may be offset by construction support costs until at least 2064, with risks being immediate and substantial.
End 'Catastrophic Cycle' of IPP Recalls, Campaigners Urge
Campaigners call for a 56-day fixed recall period for IPP prisoners, citing £64m annual cost and high recall rates for non-criminal breaches.
NSW Premier Slams Federal Inaction on Bracket Creep
NSW Premier Chris Minns criticises the federal government for failing to address bracket creep, stating the 47% top tax rate forces high earners to work nearly half the week for the government.
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Simone Callahan's Birthday Tribute to Son Jackson Warne
Shane Warne's ex-wife Simone Callahan shares a touching birthday tribute to their son Jackson, now 27, reflecting on his growth and the late cricket legend's pride.
Gemma Collins DfE video sparks confusion online
The Department for Education teamed up with reality TV star Gemma Collins for a video that went viral, sparking confusion and criticism online. Collins met Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson to discuss reforms.
Starmer Urged to Make Tech Firms Meet Safety Standards for Under 16s
Keir Starmer meets campaigners demanding strict safety standards for tech firms before offering services to under 16s, as UK consultation on social media restrictions concludes next week.
Why T. rex Had Tiny Arms: UCL Scientists Solve Mystery
Researchers from University College London have solved the decades-old mystery of why Tyrannosaurus rex had such tiny arms, linking it to the evolution of its powerful head and jaws.
Pensions Overhaul Needed as Women Face Savings Gap
The Pensions Commission warns 15 million Britons are under-saving for retirement, with women holding half the savings of men. Auto-enrolment success offers cautious optimism for reform.
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Council Tax Shake-Up Aims to Raise £430m a Year
The UK government has launched an eight-week consultation on a new High Value Council Tax Surcharge targeting properties worth £2m+, aiming to raise £430m annually for local services.
Gemma Collins in UK Government Education Video
Reality TV star Gemma Collins visited the Department for Education to discuss education reforms with Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson, appearing in a promotional video.
European Airlines Urge EU Rethink on Compensation Rules
Dozens of European airlines have called on EU officials to reconsider passenger compensation reforms, citing soaring jet fuel costs from the Iran conflict that threaten regional aviation connectivity.
Gemma Collins DfE Video: Meeting Over Education Reforms
Reality TV star Gemma Collins met Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson to discuss education reforms, featuring in a DfE social media teaser video.
Burnham Criticises Blood Scandal Compensation Rules
Andy Burnham criticises the Government for creating 'dividing lines' in infected blood scandal compensation, as a memorial service is held at St Paul's Cathedral.
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Mothers and Midwives Demand Clean Water in Maternity Wards
Protesters at the World Health Assembly demand clean water in every health centre to save mothers and newborns, amid an Ebola outbreak in DRC.
Virtual NHS appointments risk missing serious conditions
Health leaders warn that plans to make millions of NHS hospital appointments virtual could lead to serious conditions like cancer being missed without face-to-face exams.
Rangers CEO Advocates VAR Investment Over Scrapping
Rangers chief executive Jim Gillespie believes Scottish Premiership clubs want to improve VAR through greater investment, not scrapping it, despite controversies.
MPs demand significant upgrade for 'tatty' Parliament gym
MPs have called for a major overhaul of the Parliamentary gym, citing decrepit showers, lack of locker space, and high fees. The cross-party committee says the facility is 'nowhere near the level we would expect'.
Trump EPA to Revoke PFAS Drinking Water Limits
The Trump administration proposes rolling back Biden-era limits on 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) in drinking water, citing regulatory overreach despite cancer risks.
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Ryanair Passengers Advised to Remove Heels on Flights
Ryanair advises passengers to remove high heels before boarding to prevent tripping and damage to emergency slides. Safety tips shared online highlight key rules.
Affordability Checks Threaten UK Racing Industry
New financial risk assessments for gamblers, set to be approved by the Gambling Commission, could cost British racing £250m annually as punters flee to black markets.
UK Tech Firms Face Tougher Rules on Intimate Image Abuse
Ofcom updates codes of practice to combat intimate image abuse, including revenge porn and AI deepfakes, amid rising concerns for women and girls.
Correcting Misleading Claims on Australia's 2026 Budget
Saul Eslake debunks myths about Australia's 2026 budget tax reforms, clarifying impacts on renters, startups, and inheritance tax claims.
Australia to Cut Health Rebates for Over-65s Despite Backlash
Labor will proceed with reducing private health insurance rebates for older Australians, affecting 3 million people, despite concerns from insurers and advocacy groups.
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Tax-Free Childcare: Up to £2,000 a Year, but Many Struggle
Only 580,000 of 800,000 eligible families use the UK's tax-free childcare scheme. Issues include quarterly payments, clunky admin, and conflicts with other benefits.
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