Tag: United Kingdom
Business
Millions to see payslip boost as UK minimum wage rises to £12.71 per hour in April 2026
The UK government has raised the National Living Wage to £12.71 per hour for workers aged 21+ effective April 2026, boosting pay for millions. The Department for Business and Trade confirmed the increase, with workers aged 18-20 seeing the biggest jump.
UK Politics
Mahmood’s asylum overhaul: No more housing or cash for those who can work or break law
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has cut asylum housing and cash support for those who can work or break the law, replacing it with three capped resettlement routes. The UK's 2025 policy shift, modeled on Denmark, risks leaving thousands without shelter.
Business
Technical Glitch Delays £25 Million EuroMillions Draw on Oct 10, 2025
A technical glitch delayed the £25 million EuroMillions draw on Oct 10, 2025, but the National Lottery completed it under strict oversight, reassuring players and emphasizing responsible gaming.
