MP slams govt over Whitehall 'waste culture'
Labour MP Chris Bryant criticises the UK government for excessive spending on temporary staff and consultants, calling for urgent reforms in Whitehall.
Category : Whitehall
Trump's Smithsonian visit causes uproar
Former US President Donald Trump's unannounced visit to the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History in Washington has drawn criticism and raised eyebrows among historians and political analysts.
UK spent £1.6m transferring prisoners to Bulgaria
The Ministry of Justice faces backlash after spending £1.6m to transfer prisoners from England and Wales to Bulgaria, sparking outrage over costs and policy priorities.
Ministry of Justice faces backlash over court closure plans
The Ministry of Justice is under fire for its proposal to shut down multiple courts across England and Wales, raising concerns about access to justice and local communities.
Man, 54, dies mysteriously outside London hotel
A 54-year-old man tragically dropped dead outside a luxury hotel in Westminster, leaving authorities scrambling for answers. Detectives are treating the incident as unexplained.
Commons chief's £750k pay + £900k pension sparks fury
The House of Commons' top official enjoys a staggering £750,000 annual remuneration, with an additional £900,000 added to their pension pot over two years, sparking outrage amid economic struggles.
Civil servants host 'woke' music events on taxpayer money
Civil servants in Whitehall have sparked outrage by organising taxpayer-funded 'woke' music events promoting diversity, raising questions about the misuse of public funds.
Jess Phillips slams government over Whitehall failures
Labour MP Jess Phillips accuses the government of failing vulnerable individuals, citing poor conditions and lack of support in Whitehall.
Labour plans civil service internships for diversity boost
The Labour Party proposes new civil service internships to increase diversity and opportunity in government roles, aiming to break down barriers in Westminster.
UK civil service internships for working-class only
A bold new initiative by the UK government reserves civil service internships solely for working-class students, aiming to diversify Whitehall and break down barriers to entry.
Labour's secret plot to silence migrant hotel critics
Exclusive: A Whitehall internet monitoring unit is pressuring social media giants to remove posts criticising asylum seeker accommodations, raising concerns over free speech and 'two-tier policing'.
Duchy of Lancaster appointments under scrutiny
The government is facing fresh scrutiny over its handling of civil service appointments linked to the Duchy of Lancaster, raising concerns about transparency and accountability.
Michael Aspel's banned documentary shock after 20 years
A controversial documentary hosted by Michael Aspel, banned by the government for two decades, resurfaces with disturbing revelations.
Garrick Club members quit over gender row
London's elite Garrick Club is in turmoil as prominent members, including former MI6 chief Sir Richard Dearlove, resign amid ongoing controversy over its male-only membership policy.
Ex-Sun Editor David Dinsmore Joins Government
David Dinsmore, ex-editor of The Sun, takes on a pivotal government communications position, bringing decades of media expertise to Whitehall.
Whitehall sick leave surges under Starmer
Sick leave among Whitehall civil servants has surged dramatically, with new data revealing a sharp rise in absences since Keir Starmer took office. Experts warn of a growing crisis in public sector health and productivity.
Foreign Office chief holidayed during Afghanistan evacuation
A senior Foreign Office official went on holiday during the critical Afghanistan evacuation, then retired with a substantial payoff, sparking outrage.
Reeves recruits economic heavyweights to streamline advice
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is assembling a team of heavyweight economic advisers to refine policymaking and reduce bureaucratic overlap in Whitehall.
Dan Jarvis joins Microsoft UK as public sector director
Ex-shadow minister Dan Jarvis takes on a key role at Microsoft UK, focusing on government and public sector partnerships.
White House bars NYT and WSJ from press briefing
The Biden administration has excluded The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal from a White House press briefing, raising concerns over media access and transparency.
Daily Mail Clarifications & Corrections
The Daily Mail addresses recent clarifications and corrections to uphold the highest standards of journalistic integrity and accuracy.
UK used superinjunctions to hide Afghan failures - leaks
Shocking classified documents expose how the British government used legal gag orders to suppress damning revelations about its involvement in Afghanistan.
Guardian removes article from 2025
The Guardian has taken down an article published on 16 July 2025. Here’s why it was removed and what it means for readers.
HMRC criticised for failing to track billionaires' tax
A damning report reveals HMRC's failure to effectively track the tax obligations of the UK's wealthiest individuals, sparking calls for urgent reforms.
HMRC admits it can't track exit payments to civil servants
HMRC admits it has no idea how many civil servants received taxpayer-funded exit payments, sparking concerns over financial transparency and accountability.
Guardian’s Corrections: Key Updates
The Guardian has released its latest corrections and clarifications, addressing inaccuracies and providing updates across various reports. Stay informed with the most recent amendments.
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