The government’s scaled-back Universal Credit Bill has passed through the House of Commons, despite internal Labour opposition and concerns over its long-term impact on the welfare system. The legislation, originally aimed at tightening eligibility for disability benefits, was significantly weakened after Labour backbenchers threatened to revolt. The Universal Credit (UC)[Read More…]

Labour ministers have dropped a key measure from the Renters’ Rights Bill that would have allowed landlords to require pet insurance, sparking a renewed debate over how to balance tenant rights with landlord protections. Conservative peers have responded with a proposal for an optional pet deposit, setting the stage for[Read More…]

King Charles III and President Emmanuel Macron have emphasised the enduring strength of the UK-France relationship during a state banquet at Windsor Castle, while also acknowledging the shared responsibility to tackle illegal migration across the Channel. The visit blends tradition with pressing political issues, particularly border control and security. On[Read More…]

The cost of the UK’s state pension triple lock is projected to reach £15.5 billion annually by the end of the decade, three times higher than originally expected, according to new figures from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). The Labour government insists it will maintain the policy, despite warnings[Read More…]

As French President Emmanuel Macron visits the UK, talks are underway to forge a new agreement aimed at curbing illegal small boat crossings across the Channel. While Downing Street claims progress, concerns remain over the Labour government’s ability to deliver meaningful deterrents amid rising numbers and European resistance. French President[Read More…]

Ministers have insisted that children’s legal rights to support under Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) will be protected, despite rising concerns about potential cuts and inconsistencies in provision. The reassurance follows widespread criticism from parents, educators, and campaigners over plans to reform the special educational needs system in England.[Read More…]

A parliamentary vote is expected on plans that would require the Premier League to broadcast selected football matches on free-to-air television. Supporters say the move would broaden public access to Britain’s most-watched sport, while critics warn it could undermine the league’s global revenue and competitiveness. The proposal, which could be[Read More…]

A landmark moment in the long-running Post Office inquiry will take place today, as the first part of the final report is published, focusing on the human toll and compensation issues surrounding one of the gravest miscarriages of justice in British legal history. Thousands of sub-postmasters were wrongly accused of[Read More…]

London, 8 July 2025 – Former sub-postmasters impacted by the Horizon scandal are bracing for the publication of a compensation report this week, while critical findings on responsibility and institutional failure remain months away. The delay in accountability continues to fuel concern among victims and observers. The Post Office Horizon[Read More…]

The UK government is facing mounting resistance from campaigners, parents, and education experts over its proposed overhaul of the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system. Critics warn the changes could restrict children’s legal rights to support and place further strain on already overstretched local authorities. The overhaul, which is[Read More…]