Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall claims some benefit claimants exploit the system, citing a supportive report. Benefits Claimants Taking the Mickey Says Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall thinks some benefit claimants cheat the system. A report supports her view. Almost half feel they will never work again. Most also expect their health to…
Councillor Steve Edwards is out after criticizing Keir Starmer. He accused Starmer of betraying working-class voters. Dudley Councillor Expelled After Attacking Keir Starmer’s Leadership The Labour Party expelled a Dudley councillor after his harsh words about Keir Starmer. Councillor Steve Edwards represents Brockmoor and Pensnett. He claimed Starmer lied and abandoned working people. Edwards sent…
Education Minister Paul Givan faces questions regarding funding disparities between schools needing repairs and those receiving sports facility grants. Givan Queried on Sports Funding Leaking School Roofs The Education Minister faced questions about money. Some schools got sports funding while others need repairs. Paul Givan answered queries about Lisneal College’s funding, which received over £700,000.…
Councillor Kairin van Sweeden is cleared of conduct breach for the “New Scot” comment. An ethics hearing found no discriminatory intent. Aberdeen Councillor Cleared After New Scot Comment, No Conduct Breach Found An Aberdeen councillor faced scrutiny over a remark. People questioned Kairin van Sweeden’s “New Scot” comment, which was made during a meeting in…
Belfast City Council approved a 5.99% district rate increase, leading to heated debates over national insurance funding and party disagreements. Belfast Faces District Rate Rise Amid City Hall Dispute Over National Insurance Belfast City Council voted to raise district rates. The increase is nearly six percent. This decision created arguments at City Hall, as the…
Victims’ families share how officials avoided an Omagh bomb probe, with one even dozing off. A new inquiry brings a chance for justice. Omagh Bomb Families: Minister Fell Asleep During Meeting; No Public Inquiry Families criticized officials about the Omagh bomb inquiry. They said some former leaders didn’t want a probe. One minister even fell…
Justice Minister Long stresses family involvement in the review of Jonathan Creswell’s case after Katie Simpson’s death in Co Derry. Family of Katie Simpson Must Be at “Very Heart” of Creswell Review, Says Long Katie Simpson’s family must be central to a case review. This review concerns Jonathan Creswell’s case. Katie Simpson died at age…
Scotland’s First Minister claims the UK Government misled the public about GB Energy’s impact on energy bills and job creation. UK Government Accused of Misleading Public on GB Energy by John Swinney Scotland: Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, has accused the UK Government of misleading the public about GB Energy. He claims they promised lower…
Belfast City Council has approved a 5.99% rates increase for the 2025/26 budget, impacting various property types. The council aims to balance community support and service maintenance. Belfast City Council Approves 5.99% Rates Increase for 2025/26 Budget Belfast: The city council has voted for a 5.99% rates increase. This decision was made during a meeting…
Sinn Féin has halted plans for a new electric car for the Belfast Mayor, seeking clarity on costs and specifications before proceeding with the upgrade. Sinn Féin Blocks Upgrade to Belfast Mayor’s Car to Get More Details Belfast: Sinn Féin is pushing back against plans for a new electric car for the Lord Mayor. They…