Labour has postponed the reform of social care until 2028, delaying a long-promised overhaul to build national consensus and address short-term and long-term challenges in the system.
NHS managers’ salaries have increased by over £1.1 billion, prompting criticism due to ongoing challenges in meeting performance targets and public concerns about healthcare service quality.
Ministers are set to launch an extensive independent commission to reform adult social care in England, aiming to address growing challenges and improve outcomes for older and disabled individuals, as a Labour manifesto commitment promises to inject millions into the system to prevent hospital admissions and ease family burdens.
The UK government plans to mandate the installation of heat pumps in most homes to reduce emissions and tackle the climate crisis, with costs potentially reaching £5,690 after a government grant, while ensuring homes also have improved insulation.
WW2 veterans are being encouraged to participate in commemorative events for VE and VJ Day, as these may be the last opportunities to honour them in person.
Labour is facing criticism for blocking a full public inquiry into grooming gangs, with concerns centred around accusations of racism and potential scrutiny of Keir Starmer’s previous role at the CPS.
As the UK braces for an imminent cold snap with severe snow and ice warnings, travel companies are witnessing a surge in last-minute holiday bookings, as people seek to escape to warmer climates.
As the UK braces for a severe winter storm with heavy snow and icy conditions, travel firms report a surge in holiday bookings as people seek warmer destinations to escape the harsh weather.
Kemi Badenoch has insisted on a national inquiry into organised abuse groups, highlighting its necessity due to past incidents across the UK.
The sluggish economic growth in the UK is leading economists to predict that tax increases are likely unavoidable, as government revenues struggle to meet expectations amidst ongoing fiscal challenges.