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MAFS UK: Davide ends any hope of reunion with Keye
MAFS UK's Davide breaks his silence after ex-husband Keye publicly expressed a desire to reunite. Discover his definitive response and why trust was broken.
Birmingham binman faked injury, caught as bouncer
A Birmingham City Council bin worker was forced to resign after being secretly filmed working as a pub bouncer while claiming a work injury left him in a wheelchair.
DWP's 'blanket' crackdown could debank benefit claimants
New DWP powers allow bank account checks on Universal Credit claimants. MPs warn of 'mass fishing' operations and threats to civil liberties. Read the full analysis.
Budget Crackdown on DWP Benefit Fraud Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a DWP fraud crackdown aiming to save £1.2bn. The Targeted Case Review scheme will investigate Universal Credit claims. Read the full details.
Carer Threatened with Prison in DWP Scandal
Unpaid carer Vivienne Groom faces jail for Carer's Allowance overpayment. Read her heartbreaking story and the urgent call for DWP reform.
DWP slammed over Carer's Allowance scandal letters
A damning report reveals the DWP's harsh treatment of unpaid carers, causing immense distress over overpayments. Discover the full story and the urgent need for reform.
DWP sends hundreds of carers for criminal prosecution
Exclusive: DWP refers 852 unpaid carers for criminal prosecution over honest mistakes in Carer's Allowance scandal. Read the shocking findings.
Carer loses home after ticking wrong DWP box
A 64-year-old carer was convicted of fraud and lost his home after a simple form error. Discover the systemic failures behind the Carer's Allowance scandal.
I'm A Celeb hit by second contraband scandal
A second contraband stash has been discovered on I'm A Celebrity, following Alex Scott's salt smuggling. Shona McGarty's air freshener baffles fans and campmates. Read the full story.
DWP to seize bank statements in benefit crackdown
New DWP powers will allow seizure of three months' bank statements to combat benefit fraud. Learn how this crackdown affects claimants and the safeguards in place.
Carers Face Prison in DWP Allowance Scandal
Unpaid carers face prosecution and huge debts due to DWP failures in the Carer's Allowance scandal. A damning review reveals systemic issues, with victims demanding justice.
DWP begins Universal Credit fraud crackdown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves greenlights a DWP crackdown on Universal Credit fraud, aiming to save £1.2bn. Claimants are told to gather financial evidence to avoid penalties.
Reeves pledges £1.2bn benefit fraud crackdown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves to announce £1.2bn savings from benefit fraud crackdown and scrap two-child limit in Autumn Budget. Read the full details.
Sarah Ferguson's Life After Epstein Scandal Revealed
Sarah Ferguson faces book deal chaos and potential UK exit after being stripped of royal titles. Discover the latest developments in this exclusive report.
DWP 'Zero Tolerance' Benefit Fraud Crackdown Begins
The DWP is launching a major new 'zero tolerance' crackdown on benefit fraud, starting in 48 hours. This coincides with the controversial £3bn lifting of the two-child benefit cap. Discover the full story.
I'm A Celebrity star caught breaking strict show rules
Alex Scott faces serious consequences after being caught smuggling contraband salt into the I'm A Celebrity camp. Discover the dramatic fallout and jungle rule-breaking history.
Princess Anne 'almost throttled' Sarah Ferguson
A royal biography reveals Princess Anne's fury at Sarah Ferguson after her 1992 toe-sucking scandal broke during a Balmoral breakfast. Discover the full story.
Woman charged with Oasis ticket fraud
Rosie Slater, 32, has been charged with 11 counts of fraud over alleged fake Oasis ticket sales. She is due in court in December. Read the latest on this case and new ticket resale laws.
HMRC stops Child Benefit over flight data error
A woman who booked a flight but never flew had her Child Benefit stopped. HMRC faces a data protection probe over 23,500 similar cases. Discover the fallout.
DWP to contact benefits claimants' families in crackdown
The DWP is set to contact benefits claimants' families using new anti-fraud powers. Learn how this crackdown aims to reduce the ballooning welfare bill.
Matt Hancock's £5m Fortune After Covid Scandal
Disgraced former Health Secretary Matt Hancock has built a £5 million fortune through reality TV and business ventures since the Covid scandal that ended his political career.
DWP expands bank account checks for benefits
The DWP is introducing new powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud, starting with Pension Credit, ESA, and Universal Credit. Experts warn of privacy concerns.
Strictly Come Dancing Star Arrested on Suspicion of Rape
A Strictly Come Dancing star has been arrested on suspicion of rape, Hertfordshire Police confirm. The alleged incident occurred in 2024, marking another blow for the BBC show.
DWP bank checks risk 'wrongly flagging' claimants
Experts warn new DWP powers could see Universal Credit, ESA and Pension Credit recipients wrongly flagged for bank account checks. Learn how verification failures may impact you.
Larry Summers Leaves Harvard Post Over Epstein Ties
Former US Treasury Secretary Larry Summers steps back from Harvard teaching as university investigates his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Read the latest developments.
Council stops £750k right-to-buy fraud attempt
Sandwell Council prevented a £750,000 right-to-buy scam as tenants rushed to beat a discount deadline. Discover how the council protected public funds and housing stock.
Wynne Evans Reveals Strictly Suicide Attempt
Opera singer Wynne Evans opens up about his suicide attempt following Strictly Come Dancing scandals and online abuse. Read his powerful story of recovery.
DWP's new fraud powers exempt state pension
The DWP gains new powers to deduct money from accounts to combat benefit fraud, with state pensions protected. Learn how these changes affect you and when they begin.
HMRC told to act on flawed Child Benefit suspensions
MP demands immediate government action as 23,500 families wrongly lose Child Benefit due to flawed travel data. Read the full investigation into this benefits system failure.
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