'You've Been Lied to About Buying Property': Multimillionaire On Why He Rents and Refuses To Buy Real Estate
Millionaire busts real estate investment myths, and explains why renting can be better and you should see your properties as expenses rather than investments.
London Still Awaits Olympic's Promised 'Affordable' Housing
More than a decade after London hosted the Olympic Games, cranes are still everywhere in and around the Olympic Park in Stratford, where an array of buildings are under construction.
London Mayor Wants to Sell Homes of 'Putin Cronies' to Fund Building of 4,000 Low-Cost Homes
Khan's call comes days after the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
UN Representatives Praise Iraq's Progress
UK, US, and French UN reps praise Iraq's progress in stability, citing successful elections as a milestone amid corruption challenges, as Iraqi government intensifies service delivery efforts.
Labour's Ambitious Home Insulation Plan Faces Uncertainty Amid Debt Concerns
The initiative, aimed at addressing climate change and improving energy efficiency, now faces scrutiny over the potential impact on national debt and the feasibility of implementation.
Proposal to Prioritize UK Citizens for Social Housing Raises Concerns of Increased Homelessness
The proposal intends to address the housing crisis and alleviate the pressure on social housing resources by focusing on the needs of the domestic population.
New Net Zero Funding for UK Businesses in Non-Industrial Areas Announced
The UK government is helping UK businesses across various sectors to make the net zero switch to green energy with a new net zero funding announcement of £190 million to 12 projects.
UK Housing Market Set for 3% Rise in 2024 Amidst Economic Resilience
Anticipation of interest rate cuts by the Bank of England has injected newfound optimism into the property sector.
Reported £19 Billion Surge in Mortgage Costs as Fixed-Rate Deals Near-Expiry
Around 1.5 million households are anticipated to have increased mortgage costs due to the housing crisis as the period of fixed-rate deals is ending.
Working Class Households Will Finally Receive Funding To Fight Soaring Energy Bills
As inflation continues to dominate low-income households across the UK, the government have offered to fund their transition towards green energy.
Refugee Charities Call Sunak's Emergency Rwanda Treaty 'Cruel And Nasty'
After ignoring two unlawful rulings, the UK Government implemented an emergency Rwanda Treaty "to ensure our plan cannot be stopped".
Microsoft Set To Spend £2.5 Billion On The UK's AI Infrastructure, Here's How It Will Benefit People
Microsoft believes its plans to create a large AI infrastructure in the UK will help create jobs, improve services and protect public security.
The Economy, Stupid? UK PM Sunak's 'Only' Chance Of Re-election
UK leader Rishi Sunak's hopes of turning around his beleaguered Conservative party's fortunes before a likely general election next year hinge on a British economic recovery, observers say.
UK Unveils Voter-friendly Budget With Election On Horizon
Britain's Conservative government launched plans Wednesday to stimulate growth and woo voters for the next general election, delivering a massive tax-cut sweetener for workers but also forecasting sharply lower growth and stubbornly high inflation.
Retail Sales Are At An All Time Low Since Lockdown, According to Reports
Due to the dramatic increase in prices across the UK, retail sale volumes are the lowest that they have ever been since 2021.
UK Government Prepares Crunch Budget With Eyes On Next Election
Britain's Conservative government this week unveils a budget update that could determine its chances of re-election -- or the size of its defeat -- with promises to reinvigorate the economy as the party lags badly in the polls.
UK Inflation Falls Sharply, Relieving Pressure On PM Sunak
UK inflation hit the lowest level in two years last month after consumer prices fell sharper than expected on easing energy bills, official data showed Wednesday, relieving a cost-of-living crisis and pressure on embattled Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
UK Ministers Urged to Expand Financial Support for Cost of Living Crisis
With the cost of household gas and electricity remaining notably elevated, the cost of living crisis continues to plague Britons.
'It All Adds Up Campaign' Relaunched To Help UK Homes Battle Cost-of-living Crisis This Winter
Ahead of the general elections, the UK government is building on last winter's effect of 80 per cent of UK homes using at least one energy-saving tip from the 'It All Adds Up Campaign'.
Why is Singapore's birth rate so low?
Singapore, one of the most expensive countries to live in, hit a record-low birth rate in 2022 after years of consistent decline, and the government introduced new benefits to couples who are starting families.
Ministers collaborate to encourage veterans' self-declaration for specialised healthcare
Ministers Mercer and Barclay are promoting veterans' specialised healthcare pathways in England, urging ex-service personnel to declare as veterans for tailored physical and mental health support through NHS England programmes.
Green Prescribing could address the mental health pandemic in Brits
A recent study showed how the NHS could more than £600 million yearly if green prescribing becomes a norm as it can address mental health issues like depression.
Investing in England's worst quality housing could generate over £135 billion
Restructuring England's poor housing could yield £135 billion in societal benefits, according to the Building Research Establishment.
UK and New Zealand announces shared visa schemes expansion
The UK and New Zealand have expanded their shared visa schemes, allowing more young Brits and Kiwis to explore, work and forge lasting connections abroad.
Parents struggle to keep up with childcare expenses amid the cost-of-living crisis
Parents speak out about the cost of raising a child. Childcare expenses already take up to 60 per cent of a parent's average monthly salary.
Industry bodies unite to oppose proposed Infrastructure Levy
Thirty industry bodies, including housebuilders, housing associations, and charities, oppose the proposed Infrastructure Levy, warning it threatens affordable housing and infrastructure development in England.
London Mayor urges UK government to reconsider contentious Illegal Migration Bill
Khan raised concerns about the potential impact of the Illegal Migration Bill, including the rejection of asylum claims, and increased risk of detention.
London Design Biennale explores design-led collaboration
Projects from over 40 participants will be on display at Somerset House until June 25.
Night shelters receive a boost in government funding
Rough sleepers are being offered support and safe accommodation as the government announced a funding boost of over £3 million for night shelters.
How the UK government anti-drug abuse programs will benefit everyone
Eradicating drug use completely is impossible, but the UK government can do much to minimise the amount that reaches the streets. Businesses are suffering and families are being torn apart.