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Amid speculation about potential tax hikes in the upcoming budget, Treasury minister James Murray faced probing questions about the government’s definition of “working people”. Although promising to maintain their manifesto commitment to “protect working people”, Murray was cagey when asked directly by BBC Radio 4’s Nick Robinson whether this group included individuals such as landlords,… Continue reading Minister put on spot over 'working people' definition

Thames Water has received a loan of up to £3bn, securing the company’s immediate future until October next year. The UK’s largest water firm reportedly faced going out of business by Christmas if the loan was not approved. Thames Water has recently been under speculation that it could be taken over by the UK government… Continue reading Thames Water secures £3bn loan to survive into 2025

As the UK’s Budget approaches, there is renewed scrutiny of the Labour party’s tax plans. Despite pledging not to increase taxes on working people in the leadup to the general election, Labour has indicated a need for some tax increases in order to support public services. Such a move could include tax increases on shares… Continue reading Keir Starmer struggles to define 'working people' tax pledge

An artist and campaigner who was bullied at school says she is not surprised by a report that almost half of ethnic minority students in Northern Ireland have been victims of racist bullying and harassment. Njambi Njoroge says parents come to her to tell her their children are facing similar experiences in school. The European… Continue reading Almost half of NI's ethnic minority students receive racist abuse

In order to access the quiz, some mobile users may encounter difficulties. For those who are unable to see the quiz, an external link has been provided for ease of use. To view last week’s quiz, or to browse through the archives, relevant links have been included. Ben Fell has compiled the quiz, and it… Continue reading Quiz of the week: Who blocked the King and Queen’s view?

During a speech to Commonwealth leaders, the King emphasized that the past cannot be changed but suggested leaders could understand and learn from it. He asked members to commit to “finding creative ways to right inequalities that endure.” The biennial summit took place in Samoa with the King speaking as the head of the 56-member… Continue reading Commonwealth must 'right inequalities that endure', King says

A pioneering surgery has enabled the removal of large brain tumours through patients’ eyebrows, a world first in Scotland. Consultant neurosurgeon Anastasios Giamouriadis developed the technique, which expands the already-existing eyebrow method to remove larger growths. Patients experienced fewer complications, shorter operating and recovery times, and less scarring as a result. Unlike traditional surgery for… Continue reading Pioneering eyebrow surgery removes large brain tumours

The upcoming week is an important one for British politics and will signify the end of the post-election era and the beginning of what is to come. The Conservative Party will elect their new leader on Saturday, replacing the current symbol of the past, Rishi Sunak. This new leader will become a pivotal character of… Continue reading A big week ahead and a chance for a government reset

Dean Forbes has topped the Powerlist 2025, a list celebrating influential black Britons, due to his remarkable success story. After failing to succeed as a footballer in his youth, Forbes, who had been homeless twice, began his career in a call centre, but has since become the CEO of several software companies. Although he grew… Continue reading Black Powerlist: Dean Forbes named as most influential black Briton