Engineer loses transgender toilet discrimination claim
Employment tribunal dismisses engineer's claims over transgender toilet policy. Maria Kelly plans to appeal, arguing the ruling misunderstands the law. Full story here.
Employment tribunal dismisses engineer's claims over transgender toilet policy. Maria Kelly plans to appeal, arguing the ruling misunderstands the law. Full story here.
PM Keir Starmer warns China poses 'real national security threats' but rejects binary foreign policy, balancing security with 'huge' economic opportunities. Read his full strategy.
West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford faces MPs' scrutiny over a controversial fan ban citing a 'fictitious' match. His job is safe for now. Read the full investigation details.
West Midlands Police chiefs face a parliamentary grilling over the controversial ban on Israeli fans for the Aston Villa match. Follow the latest developments and calls for resignations.
West Midlands Police face a parliamentary inquiry over the controversial decision to ban Israeli fans from a Villa Park match, amid claims of antisemitism and false intelligence.
McDonald's enforces a strict no-tipping policy across its UK restaurants. Discover the reason behind the rule and the charitable alternative for grateful customers.
From a controversial 24/7 casino approval to a rejected 'battery farm' HMO and a UK-first robotic pharmacy. Get the full update on Sandwell Council's major decisions this week.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves refuses to apologise for breaking Labour's tax pledge as Budget pushes tax take to record high. Read the full analysis of political reactions.
PM Keir Starmer claims Conservatives plan to means test the state pension. Amid triple lock debates, Labour commits to the policy. Read the latest Westminster clash.
Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi and Lidl face millions in new business rates after Treasury reversal. Find out how this will impact shoppers.
MP Marie Goldman advocates for a legal ban on smartphones in schools after hearing from teachers and parents about the damaging impact on children's mental health and learning.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses calls for bank tax hikes as lenders pledge support for Budget measures. Exclusive details on the Treasury's strategy to secure City backing.
Electric vehicle owners face charging costs up to 18p per mile as Rachel Reeves introduces new 3p road tax. Discover how this impacts UK drivers and the future of EV taxation.
Martin Lewis's MoneySavingExpert investigation forces 28 major retailers, including The Range and Home Bargains, to correct illegal online returns policies. Discover your consumer rights.
The DWP has established a new safeguarding unit following a scathing report from MPs demanding a 'deep rooted culture change'. Discover the department's new strategy.
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will confirm a £575 state pension rise for 2026/27 under the triple lock. Discover how this increase affects pensioners and the looming tax threshold issue.
Birmingham planners defer decision on Cotteridge HMO conversion amid resident objections. Councillor admits city 'needs HMOs' despite daily complaints. Read the latest.
New government plans will block migrants from claiming DWP benefits until they gain citizenship. Critics warn of 'expensive bureaucracy' and decades of uncertainty.
Lancashire County Councillor Tom Pickup suspended from Reform UK after alleged WhatsApp messages discussing 'hardline' immigration stance and mass deportations surfaced.
The government's free breakfast club expansion will save families £450 and 95 hours yearly, aiding the cost of living crisis. Over 500,000 children to benefit.
UK households are urged to trace lost pension pots, with the average forgotten fund for 55-75 year olds valued at £13,620. Act now to boost your retirement savings.
The Transport Committee challenges Labour's handling of the DVSA driving test backlog. Discover how resale bots and examiner shortages impact learner drivers nationwide.
Money expert Martin Lewis has reported Evans and Carluccio's to Trading Standards for misleading online returns policies. Discover your full consumer rights.
Home Office minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to demand more recognition for their work, citing the example of Birmingham bin workers. Discover the government's plan for schools.
Solihull Council rejects controversial Shirley home extension after planners cite 'conflicting information' over measurements and loss of light concerns. Read the full story.
HM Treasury has officially rejected calls to raise the personal tax allowance to £20,000, warning it would cost £50bn annually and risk essential public services.
Parenting coach and ex-teacher Abi Clarke refuses to make her children do homework, labelling it 'detrimental'. Discover why she's calling for its abolition.
Thousands of UK parents had child benefit payments wrongly stopped after HMRC used faulty Home Office travel data. Read the full story on the costly error and its impact.
A controversial five-bedroom luxury home in Solihull's Dorridge area gets planning approval. The planning chief expressed disappointment but found no grounds for refusal.