The dramatic scenes at Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, where tens of thousands of people crossed from Morocco in a short period, have once again brought immigration to the top of Europe's political agenda. While many of those who crossed later returned to Morocco, the incident served as a reminder that migration pressures can escalate rapidly and unexpectedly.
As the Chancellor prepares to deliver the Autumn Budget on 28 October, households and businesses across the UK are wondering what changes lie ahead. While no one knows the final contents until Budget Day, the economic pressures facing the Government mean we can already make some educated predictions.
Money worries can keep us up at night, but could decades of financial stress leave a lasting mark on the brain itself? That’s the question my colleagues and I set out to answer in a new study – and the answer, it turns out, is yes. Most research on money and brain health looks at people’s financial circumstances at just one point in time.
For much of the last half-century, Western economies appeared to accept that manufacturing was in decline and that the future belonged to services, finance and technology. But after decades of factory closures and overseas outsourcing, governments on both sides of the Atlantic are now asking a different question: did the world move too far away from industrial production? The answer is becoming increasingly important.
The United Kingdom is approaching a significant demographic milestone. With the population now around 69.5 million people, the country is likely to pass 70 million during 2027 if current trends continue.
Urgent work to take place to protect bereaved families. Proposals for formal regulation of the funeral sector to be developed following harrowing case in Hull.
When the European Union expanded eastwards in 2004 and beyond, many expected the biggest impact to be political. However, one of the most significant changes was economic: Eastern and Central Europe became a major manufacturing centre for the continent.
Finding good financial advice can be stressful – and expensive. That’s one reason why chatbots have become an increasingly popular and free alternative.
The Chancellor has confirmed that the date of the Budget will be Wednesday 28 October 2026. In a video message posted this afternoon, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, John Healey MP said: This government is working fast to restore hope and back Britain’s communities.
Want the UK to ‘Get On With It’ on North Sea Energy The debate over the future of the UK’s North Sea oil and gas sector has become one of the most emotionally charged issues in British politics. Yet beneath the political noise, a clear public mood is emerging — one that is less ideological, more practical, and increasingly impatient.
Funding set to unlock land for development across Clyde Gateway. More development plots for businesses, housing and infrastructure in the Clyde Gateway area will be unlocked thanks to Scottish Government investment of £3.5 million.
John Christensen knows because he was there. As Jersey's Head of the Government Economic Service, he witnessed first-hand how political power, financial interests and official secrecy combined to protect wrongdoing.
Underwater surveys discover remarkable collection of rare and previously unknown seaweeds. Natural England’s underwater surveys of maerl beds off the south coast of Cornwall have uncovered a remarkable array of rare and scientifically important seaweeds, including species never before recorded in the UK.
In offshore energy, “shovel‑ready” means: The field is fully appraised. Engineering design is complete.
Bev Craig's victory in Manchester to become the new mayor: a relief for Labour, but not a landslide. Bev Craig, Labour's candidate and former leader of Manchester City Council, won the Greater Manchester mayoralty after Andy Burnham left the role to move into national politics.
A major £8.4bn investment in the UK’s nuclear deterrent, delivering jobs and opportunity for young people for years to come, is set to be announced by the Prime Minister. Prime Minister announces major £8.4 billion investment in next stage of UK’s Dreadnought nuclear deterrent submarine build programme during visit to Barrow-in-Furness.
New MOD campaign demonstrates how military personnel can remain hidden during training. The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has challenged the public to test their observation skills through a new, interactive “Spot the Sniper” campaign.
For many aspiring homeowners, the dream of buying a first property has become increasingly difficult. While headlines often focus on house prices, it is now the cost of borrowing that is proving to be one of the biggest barriers to getting onto the property ladder.
The UK will continue to be kept safe for decades to come, as major investments will progress the next phase of the next generation nuclear deterrent submarines. £8.4 billion government funding committed to drive forward construction of the Dreadnought Class submarines.
The Prime Minister will today launch the biggest transfer of power from Westminster in a generation, giving communities greater control over the decisions that shape jobs, transport, housing and public services in their area. Biggest transfer of power, funding and responsibility from Westminster in a generation.