TUC calls for reform of personal independent payment scheme Unions are calling for reform of the personal independence payment scheme (Pip) amid new research showing the high unemployment level of disabled people. The TUC said its study showed that disabled people are more than twice as likely to be unemployed compared with non-disabled people. The
Nearly two thirds of NHS organisations expect to cut services this year – poll Almost two thirds of NHS organisations have told a survey they expect to cut or reduce services this year while more than half said they expect to slash jobs. One trust chief executive warned that an “overriding focus” on finances will
UK holidaymakers preparing for European border delays because of EES – poll Nearly three out of five (59%) UK holidaymakers travelling to Europe this year expect delays linked to the EU’s entry-exit system (EES), a new survey suggests. Almost half of respondents to the poll commissioned by travel company Booking.com said they fear missing flights
England secure fifth consecutive Grand Slam with victory over France in Bordeaux England clinched a fifth successive Grand Slam as Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach ran in two tries each in a 43-28 triumph over France in Bordeaux. Hot on the heels of last year’s World Cup triumph, the Red Roses secured their eighth consecutive
Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings dies aged 61 The British and Irish Lions centre won 65 caps in an 11-year Test career that began in 1986 and was part of the most recent Scotland team to win the Grand Slam in 1990. A statement released by his son Corey and daughter Kerry-Anne revealed that he
Officers at Windsor Castle investigated over allegations of sleeping on duty Police officers protecting the royal family at Windsor Castle are under investigation over allegations they slept while on duty. A number of officers on protective duties from the Metropolitan Police’s Royalty and Specialist Protection team are being investigated after concerns were raised, The Sun
Labour woman leader ‘long overdue’, Lisa Nandy says, but rules out running A woman leader of the Labour Party is “long overdue”, Lisa Nandy said, expressing frustration that those jostling to oust Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer are all men. But the Culture Secretary also warned Labour against turning inwards, and said the public had
Xabi Alonso appointed Chelsea manager on four-year deal Xabi Alonso’s appointment as Chelsea manager has been confirmed on a four-year deal. The former Real Madrid boss will take charge of the Blues from July 1 in what is his first managerial role in the Premier League. Callum McFarlane has been in interim charge since the
Labour leadership rivals caught up in debate over EU ties Two of the men hoping to oust Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister have been caught up in a debate over whether Labour should seek to take Britain back into the European Union. Wes Streeting, the former health secretary, on Saturday set out his desire
Police officers injured during ‘serious disorder’ after Celtic’s title win Officers were injured during “serious disorder” as police dispersed crowds in the Trongate area of Glasgow where Celtic fans gathered following their Scottish Premiership title win. Around 3,000 supporters gathered in the area to celebrate their team’s victory against Hearts. Some fans were seen climbing