Working households with three children would need £71,000 in pay to match the income available on benefits, a report claims. It says out-of-work families are £18,000 better off than neighbours on the living wage after the Budget scrapped the two-child cap, prompting calls for the Chancellor to resign.

Defence chiefs are reviewing whether RAF pilots and aircrew may use weight‑loss drugs as obesity rises. Aviation medics warn side‑effects could compromise safety and erode strict fitness rules, notably ejection‑seat limits. These medicines are currently not approved for aircrew.

Business groups say further tax rises expected in the 26 Nov Budget could trigger widespread high street closures. Pubs and shops are most exposed, with industry forecasts of over 2,000 pub closures and 12,000 jobs at risk unless the Chancellor eases costs and offers targeted relief.

The MoD will cover travel and related costs for veterans attending remembrance events abroad, ensuring they can honour fallen comrades without personal expense. The guaranteed funding, secured after a public campaign, offers certainty for ageing veterans and families.