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A new analysis outlines the steps required for the United Kingdom's government agencies to build the necessary organizational maturity and infrastructure to effectively deploy artificial intelligence technologies.
A British-funded program is under scrutiny following claims that public money was channeled into mental health care and other assistance for Israeli military personnel involved in operations in Gaza.
New social value rules are set to influence £90 billion worth of public contracts in the UK, aiming to ensure broader societal benefits from government spending.
The UK government has launched a fellowship scheme to place tech experts on 'high-impact tours of duty' within the public sector, aiming to integrate AI and improve services.
Andy Burnham, a potential future prime minister, has affirmed his commitment to fiscal discipline regarding UK public finances, vowing to adhere to Labour’s manifesto promises on tax.
Analysis reveals that a substantial portion of UK government spending on public contractors, nearly £24.4bn, is directed to private equity-run firms, sparking concerns about the impact on public services.
Public borrowing in the UK has seen a significant increase, a development occurring just before Andy Burnham is expected to launch his bid for leadership.
Britain's public sector borrowing decreased significantly in the fiscal year ending March, with the government undershooting its annual target. Monthly borrowing for March was reported at £12.6 billion.
As resident doctors in England go on strike, other public sector unions in the UK are preparing to push for pay increases to counter inflation, despite a weakening labor market.
British Prime Minister Starmer's skepticism about 'regime change from the air' in Iran resonates with the UK public, though it is less popular in Washington.
A Citi/YouGov survey indicates that public inflation expectations in the UK fell during January.
The United Kingdom's public finances recorded a record surplus in January.
The Reform Party has targeted unfunded public sector pension schemes, sparking a debate about their affordability and whether they pose a significant problem.
Acuity RM has been awarded a three-year contract by the UK public sector for its Stream software, enhancing its presence in government services.
Public bodies in the UK are now required to enforce the Supreme Court's ruling concerning biological sex, a decision that has significant implications for policy and practice.
A think-tank has warned that higher inflation, partly attributed to the Iran war, is projected to reduce the value of UK public spending by £24 billion, urging for new policy commitments to be fully funded.
The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has identified the UK's state pension triple lock, which links annual increases to inflation, wage growth, or 2.5%, as a key factor in future public spending pressure.
Reports suggest the Iran war has caused less damage to UK public finances than initially anticipated, though Britain's likely next prime minister may still consider raising taxes to fund spending plans.
Experts are expressing concern as private equity firms increasingly acquire UK care homes and other vital public services, driven by profit maximization, with a significant portion of public contractor spending going to these firms.
A UK technology committee has urged the government to reconsider Palantir's involvement in public data systems and trigger a break clause in its NHS contract, citing concerns about its significant role.
A debt charity reports that almost half of British adults are worried about their ability to pay their energy bills, a significant increase from earlier in the year.
Tory leader’s misreading of UK public opposition to Tehran stems from her worldview of a ‘clash of civilisations’
Rachel Reeves touts ‘stability’ of UK public finances in Spring Statement amid gilt sell-off
New Art UK chair Ben Terrett appointed as charity marks 10 years of building online database From a bronze Rodin sculpture of the naked Eve outside a Nando’s in Harlow to more than 6,000 artworks by JMW Turner, to a crumpled-up piece of A4 paper owned by Manchester Art Gallery, the UK’s public art collection is a wonderful and varied thing. It is huge, as demonstrated by the charity Art UK, which has announced it has reached a million artworks on its database and appointed a new chair who sai...
Justice can be slow… and then suddenly, it’s swift. Two months to the day after the US justice department first started releasing the Epstein Files the arrest of King Charles’ brother: Andrew had already been stripped of his titles over allegations of relations with sex trafficked minors. Now he’s accused of leaking state secrets to the disgraced financier from the time when his late mother had pushed for his appointment as trade envoy.
A loud, piercing emergency alert on phones across the UK caused public outcry, with many complaining about the 'overreach' while others criticized the lack of action on decarbonisation amidst wildfires.
Public services across the UK, including the NHS, transport, and farming sectors, are facing significant challenges in adapting to increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves. Millions of citizens are also struggling to cope in 'heat trap' homes, with calls now for the NHS to prepare for annual heatwaves with the same urgency as winter.
A new OECD report suggests that VAT is the most effective tax-raising tool for the UK if public finances falter, also recommending long-term reforms focused on spending restraint, including ending the pensions triple lock.
A team from The Guardian has undertaken an investigation into the extensive and often opaque involvement of private equity in Britain's public and essential services, highlighting the challenges posed by the scale and lack of transparency.
A recent poll indicates that the majority of the UK public supports the sale of the morning-after pill in corner shops. Many respondents noted difficulties in accessing emergency contraception on Sundays or after 10 PM.
Official figures show the UK borrowed £23.3 billion in May, nearly a third more than the previous year, leading to warnings about the 'fragile' state of public finances.
A UK public policy institute has proposed reducing speed limits on both urban and highway roads to decrease fuel demand, which has risen due to the ongoing war in Iran.
UK Technology Secretary Liz Kendall has encouraged the British public to embrace artificial intelligence, as the government makes its initial £500 million investment from a new fund into a British startup.
Prime minister believes majority of UK public supports his decision not to commit British forces to the conflict
Ahead of the Chancellor's Spring Statement, Rachel Reeves is expected to highlight the UK's strong public finances to withstand the shock of the Iran conflict, while public sentiment on personal finances remains stressed.
New Art UK chair Ben Terrett appointed as charity marks 10 years of building online database
The UK government achieved its largest January surplus on record, marking a significant turnaround from the previous month's deficit.