Food Banks: Church of England and MPs urge UK government to reform benefits
The All-Party Parliamentary Inquiry into Hunger in the UK is set to release its report today.
Tony Blair calls for democratic reform across the free world to counter populism
The former UK prime minister warns that democracy is 'not in good shape'.
Stormont finance minister refuses 'foolhardy' guarantee on Northern Ireland libel laws
Simon Hamilton says the NILC's report will give him an independent perspective for consideration.
London's American food boom uncovered
There is an American food boom in Britain at the moment, with countless burger restaurants, BBQ joints and 50's diners dotted across the country, offering a large slice of Americana
UK IKEA workers get early Christmas present with 10% bonus after bumper year
The world's largest retailer says it made the move to thank its staff after an 11% sales hike.
George Osborne attacks BBC over 'totally hyperbolic' coverage of government's spending cuts
The Chancellor launched the challenge after tough questioning from John Humphrys.
Labour's Ed Balls backs Osborne's stamp duty cut but warns on VAT hike
Shadow Chancellor says it is a good move and will help those on middle and low incomes.
Autumn Statement 2014: Ed Balls blasts Osborne over 'failure' to balance Britain's books
The Shadow Chancellor made the comments in reaction to the 2014 Autumn Statement.
Autumn Statement 2014: George Osborne unveils £7bn 'Northern Powerhouse' plan
Chancellor announces plans to transform north's road network and cement it as a leader in science.
Autumn Statement 2014: Postgraduates will get access to £10,000 student loans
Chancellor said move will mean more 'bright students from poorer backgrounds' doing further study.
Autumn Statement 2014: Small business rates relief doubled to £1,500 for 500,000 firms
High-street shops, pubs and cafes to benefit as government announces review into the tax.
Autumn Statement 2014: George Osborne abolishes 55% 'death tax' on unused pension pots
George Osborne made the announcement during the 2014 Autumn Statement.
Autumn Statement 2014: Osborne and Lord Hutton's pension reforms to save £1.3bn a year
The chancellor has committed to 'fully implementing' the reforms set out by Lord Hutton.
Autumn Statement 2014: Unemployment set to fall to 5.4% next year – OBR
George Osborne also says the OBR estimates the jobless rate will dip to 5.3% in 2016.
Prime Minister's Questions: Miliband attacks Cameron over 'broken' immigration promise
Cameron pledge to reduce net migration to the UK to less than 100,000 by May 2015.
Autumn Statement 2014: Lord Heseltine calls for minimum wage hike to save 'billions in benefits'
The Conservative peer enjoys saying 'mad things' as a government adviser.
Autumn Statement 2014: Osborne dealt blow as UK economic optimism slumps
UK voters have become more pessimistic about the economy over the last nine months.
UK government to pay off £1.9bn First World War debt
George Osborne is expected to make the announcement on 3 December.
Autumn Statement 2014: George Osborne will 'launch review' into business rates system
The Confederation of British Industry called on the Chancellor to reform the system.
Autumn Statement 2014: George Osborne gives small firms £900m lending boost
The Chancellor made the announcement ahead of this year's Autumn Statement.
Green Party membership doubles in England and Wales ahead of 2015 General Election
Natalie Bennett says the 'Green surge' has been boosted by people signing up for various reasons.
Gordon Brown's 'brilliance' stopped Tony Blair from sacking New Labour Chancellor, says Alistair Campbell
Campbell's comments come after Brown announced he is to resign as an MP at the general election.
Ex-police minister calls on Theresa May to cap bail at four weeks
Damian Green says the move would stop people languishing in 'legal limbo'.
Nick Clegg unveils £100m garden city for Bicester ahead of Autumn Statement
Clegg says the Oxfordshire town will get 'significant' funding from the government.
Ineligible foreign private college students handed £5.4m in grants and loans
Hodge warned the government of the 'extraordinary' rate of expansion of private colleges.
Ed Miliband must assume 'true leadership' to save Labour from 'serious trouble'
The findings are part of a four-year project from Aston University academic Professor John Gaffney.
Firefighters to stage 24-hour strike in England over pension row
The FBU claims that the UK government has not listened to them.
Gordon Brown to 'announce resignation as Labour MP' at 2015 general election
The Fifer served as prime minister from 2007 to 2010 after Tony Blair resigned as Labour leader.
Shared parental leave: What do the new rules mean for employees and employers?
IBTimes UK looks at the new regulations, which came into force today.
Alan Johnson turned down Ed Miliband's offer to return to Labour's front bench
The heavyweight says he would be 'more interested' after a Labour majority.
