Zahawi defects to Reform UK in blow to Conservatives
Former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK, criticising Tory governance. Analysis questions his motives and the impact on both parties. Read the full story.
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Podcast: Foreign Crises & X Ban Threat in UK Politics
Sky News' Politics At Sam And Anne's podcast dissects the PM's week of global instability, defence spending gaps, and a potential ban on X over AI explicit images. Listen now for the full analysis.
Tories pledge social media ban for under-16s
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch pledges to ban social media for under-16s, citing addiction and mental health risks. The plan gains cross-party and union support.
Minister ducks questions on UK support for US action in Iran
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander refuses to say if UK would back US military moves against Iran, as Tory leader Kemi Badenoch suggests coalition strikes. Follow the latest political developments.
Conservatives pledge social media ban for under-16s
The Conservative Party pledges to ban social media for children under 16, citing online harms. The policy, announced by leader Kemi Badenoch, goes beyond previous smartphone school bans.
Conservative Plan: Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Kemi Badenoch announces Conservative policy to ban social media for children under 16 and smartphones in schools, mirroring Australian laws. Read the full details.
UK seeks 'peaceful transition' in Iran as protests intensify
UK ministers call for an end to violence in Iran and discuss regime change as protests defy a severe crackdown. Over 60 reported dead and thousands detained.
Labour's Pubs Tax U-Turn Damages Government Credibility
PM Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves forced into dramatic business rates reversal for pubs. Tory leader Kemi Badenoch says their credibility is 'shot'. Read the latest political fallout.
Conservative Party proposes social media ban for under-16s
The Conservative Party announces a plan to ban under-16s from social media. Kemi Badenoch leads the policy push, citing child safety concerns. Read the full details and political reactions.
Badenoch accuses Starmer of lying over Abramovich funds
Kemi Badenoch claims the PM lied about Lord Wolfson's role in the frozen Abramovich charity funds for Ukraine. Get the latest on the political clash.
Farage skips PMQs, calls Dulwich accusers 'fantasists'
Nigel Farage avoided the first PMQs of 2025, holding a lengthy press conference where he refused to apologise to former schoolmates and attacked London's safety. Read the full political sketch.
Labour urged to fast-track defence spending hike
Keir Starmer faces cross-party pressure to bring forward the 2034 target for 3% defence spending amid global threats. Read the latest from PMQs.
Shadow AG steps back from Ukraine advice over Abramovich link
David Wolfson, a Conservative peer, will not advise Kemi Badenoch on Ukraine due to his legal work for sanctioned oligarch Roman Abramovich. The move follows Labour criticism of a conflict of interest.
MPs to vote on UK peacekeeping troops for Ukraine, Starmer says
Keir Starmer commits to a parliamentary debate and vote before any British troops are sent on peacekeeping duties in Ukraine, following a summit in Paris.
Badenoch: Police Chief's Position 'Untenable' Over Fan Ban
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch calls for West Midlands Police chief to resign, accusing force of misleading parliament over Israeli football fan ban. Full details on the political fallout.
Badenoch: Thrilled to see back of international law
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch tells BBC's Nick Robinson she believes in a world where 'might makes right', criticises Starmer, and draws the line only at a US takeover of Greenland. Read the full analysis.
Badenoch defends US Venezuela raid as 'morally right'
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch breaks ranks to defend the US capture of Venezuela's president, calling it morally justified while questioning the international rules-based order. Read her full interview analysis.
Andy Murray's luxury hotel returns to profit
Sir Andy Murray's five-star Cromlix Hotel in Scotland is back in the black, posting a £193k profit after two years of heavy losses. The hotel now closes for a major refurbishment.
Starmer insists he'll still be PM in 2027 despite challenges
PM Keir Starmer defiantly states he will lead the country into 2027, dismissing internal party challenges and warning against Tory-style 'chaos'. Read the full analysis of the threats to his leadership.
Greens' Polanski: Work with Burnham, Not Starmer, to Stop Reform
Green Party leader Zack Polanski reveals he would consider a political partnership with Labour's Andy Burnham to counter the far-right, but rules out working with Keir Starmer. Gary Lineker also weighs in on BBC impartiality.
Shadow Attorney General Acts for Sanctioned Oligarch
Labour demands Kemi Badenoch act as her shadow attorney general, David Wolfson, represents Roman Abramovich in a £5.3bn Jersey asset freeze case, raising major conflict of interest concerns.
Farage, Badenoch Call for Deportation of British-Egyptian Activist
The political storm over activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah's old tweets raises a fundamental question: is British citizenship permanent or conditional on good behaviour? We examine the calls for deportation and the legal reality.
Andy Zaltzman on Comedy, Heckles and His Worst Gig
Comedian Andy Zaltzman discusses his accidental career, studying Aristophanes, a disastrous Irish gig, and his new show 'The Zaltgeist'. Read the full interview.
Ex-England Striker Andy Carroll Charged, Court Date Set
Former England and Liverpool striker Andy Carroll is due in court next week, charged with breaching a non-molestation order. The 36-year-old was arrested in April. Read the latest details.
Andy Carroll in court for breaching non-molestation order
Former West Ham and Newcastle striker Andy Carroll appears at Chelmsford Magistrates Court charged with breaching a non-molestation order. The 36-year-old could face a prison sentence.
Neonatology Pioneer Andy Whitelaw Dies Aged 79
Professor Andy Whitelaw, whose groundbreaking 'therapeutic cooling' and brain clot treatments saved countless premature babies, has died. Read about his life and legacy.
Andy Carroll charged with breaching non-molestation order
Former England and Liverpool striker Andy Carroll, 36, has been charged with breaching a non-molestation order and will appear at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court. Read the latest details.
US Poverty Rise: A Warning for UK & Europe
Rising US poverty, a result of minimal state capitalism, is championed by UK right-wing figures like Farage and Badenoch. Experts warn Europe against this dangerous import.
Starmer's Christmas call for kindness amid hardship
Prime Minister Keir Starmer encourages Britons to show kindness this Christmas, as political leaders broadcast festive messages focusing on community, faith, and hope.
Mayor Apologises for Police LGBTQ+ Discrimination
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham issues a formal apology for past police failings against LGBTQ+ people, contrasting with the Chief Constable's refusal. Read the full story.
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