Education secretary to ask competition watchdog to review hidden childcare costs
Bridget Phillipson will ask the competition watchdog to examine costs that families are still facing in government-funded childcare....
Starmer ‘appalled’ by case of boys spared jail after raping teenage girls
The prime minister said it was “right” that the sentences were being urgently reviewed....
‘Shameful’ more spent on benefits than jobs for young people, says Milburn
Reforms are needed of the welfare system to tackle the high numbers of young people not in work or education, says Alan Milburn....
UK officials suggested single market for goods with Europe
Industry figures briefed on the move said the idea has not been taken forward at this point, after EU scepticism....
UK net migration needs to fall further, says Andy Burnham
Labour’s candidate for Makerfield also said government immigration reforms must “get the balance right”....
Former Green Party by-election candidate apologises for sharing ‘false flag’ post
The Green Party had announced Chris Kennedy withdrew as candidate for “personal and family reasons”....
Borrowing in April hit highest level since Covid
Borrowing was higher than expected last month and retail sales fell as fuel prices surged....
Rape sentences for teen boys unduly lenient, says Jess Phillips
The three teenagers avoided custodial sentences for their roles in the rape of two girls....
Starmer says he will campaign for Burnham in Makerfield
The prime minister says Labour needs to “all pull together and fight”, after a revolt against his leadership....
Reeves’ summer savings drive won’t stretch to energy bills
The chancellor is announcing measures aimed at easing the cost of living – but no help yet with energy bills....