Howel Jones: Lib Dem Leader and Methodist Dies at 96
Tribute to Howel Jones, who served 17 years as Liberal Democrat leader while maintaining Methodist faith and Liverpool FC devotion. Read his remarkable life story.
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Robert Reich: Trump's Self-Memorialisation Threatens Democracy
Former US Labour Secretary Robert Reich argues against Trump's self-glorification efforts, warning they mirror fascist tactics and threaten American democracy.
Reform UK's rapid rise and chaotic fall in Cornwall
Reform UK's political dominance in Cornwall unravels as resignations and infighting leave party in disarray. Discover how internal conflicts and national interference led to their dramatic downfall.
Labour MPs fear election wipeout amid leadership crisis
Labour MPs predict catastrophic local election results as leadership turmoil deepens. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces career crisis after budget U-turn. Read the latest political analysis.
Enfield Council's £1.2bn Debt Crisis
An auditor has issued statutory recommendations to Enfield Council to de-risk its £1.286bn debt, warning that its financial reserves have fallen below a safe threshold. Discover the full story.
English councils sell assets to avoid bankruptcy
Survey reveals most English councils are selling public assets like sports centres to fund soaring social care costs, with many also planning council tax hikes.
SEND funding crisis pushes councils to brink
Spiralling special educational needs costs threaten to bankrupt most English councils by 2028. Experts demand urgent government action to fix the £6.6 billion deficit. Read the full report.
Poll: Widespread Dissatisfaction with Democracy
A major Ipsos survey reveals deep public concern about democracy's future across Western nations, with fake news and corruption seen as major threats. Discover the findings and what citizens want changed.
Spain's Community Energy Revolution Empowers Locals
Discover how Spanish communities are taking control of their energy future through renewable cooperatives, reducing bills and carbon emissions while creating local jobs.
Peers mount offensive against assisted dying bill
Peers table nearly 1,000 amendments to potentially filibuster the assisted dying bill, sparking anti-democracy warnings from senior figures. Will the Lords respect Commons' mandate?
Minister intervenes in Tower Hamlets council concerns
Communities Secretary Steve Reed meets officials overseeing Tower Hamlets council amid persistent governance worries and councillors' overseas political ambitions. Read the latest developments.
Billionaire Media Control Threatens Democracy
As ultra-rich owners tighten control over major media outlets, public protests erupt against censorship. Discover how concentrated media power threatens democratic integrity and what can be done.
London council lobbies Lords over £82m funding cuts
Kensington and Chelsea Council campaigns against government funding cuts before Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget. Residents face service reductions and tax hikes.
Brent Conservative leader de-selected ahead of elections
The leader and deputy leader of Brent Conservatives have been blocked from standing in the 2026 local elections, following a similar purge of eight Labour councillors. Discover the political upheaval in this North London borough.
Council failed to tell man his dad's care cost for 18 months
A South London man was hit with a huge bill after Wandsworth Council failed to provide care costs for over 18 months. The ombudsman ordered a £1,000 payment and apology. Discover the full story.
Lewisham Council pays £100 over complaint delay
A Lewisham resident received £100 compensation after the council took too long to handle her children's services complaint. The Ombudsman upheld her case.
Hackney Council pays £1k over care payment suspension
Hackney Council apologised and paid £1,000 compensation after suspending a vulnerable resident's care payments without a backup plan. Learn more about this complex social care case.
Nonita's Story: A Turning Point for UK Care System
The tragic death of 18-year-old Nonita Grabovskyte exposes systemic failures in Britain's care system. Her story reveals urgent need for reform to protect vulnerable care leavers.
Councillors face suspensions in government standards overhaul
Government unveils plans to suspend rule-breaking councillors for up to six months and withhold allowances to root out misconduct and restore public trust in local authorities.
Two West London Labour Councillors Resign
Two Hounslow Labour councillors resign, citing a 'toxic' environment and a 'deeply flawed' selection process ahead of the 2026 local elections. Read the full story on the internal party crisis.
Australia Needs Political Shake-Up: Mamdani-Style Reform
As Australian politics faces mounting criticism over stagnation and disconnect, experts are calling for radical reform. Discover why a transformative 'Mamdani-style' overhaul might be exactly what Westminster-style democracy needs to reconnect with citize
Reform UK suspends Kent councillor in latest party crisis
Kent County Council member Isabella Kemp becomes the latest Reform UK representative suspended amid internal party turmoil and mounting controversies.
Sky News Exposes Political Bias in X's Algorithm
An exclusive Sky News investigation reveals how X's algorithm systematically amplifies right-leaning political accounts while suppressing left-wing voices, raising serious questions about digital democracy.
Beyond the Ballot Box: Democratising UK Schools
New research reveals a worrying 'democracy deficit' in UK schools, with students feeling excluded from decisions that shape their education. Discover how giving young people a genuine voice could transform classrooms.
Lambeth Council axes 'lifeline' welfare support service
Lambeth Council faces backlash after confirming the closure of its key welfare support service, leaving vulnerable residents without critical assistance for benefits, housing and debt issues.
Trump Slams Voter Reform as 'Night for Democracy'
In a fiery response, former President Donald Trump condemns the newly passed voter reform legislation, labelling the Democratic victory a 'dark moment' for American democracy as the political battle over election integrity intensifies.
Trump's 'Enemy of the People' Warning to Journalists Returns
Donald Trump's renewed attacks on journalists as 'the enemy of the people' raise serious concerns about press freedom and democratic norms in Western politics.
London MP Arrest: Wake-Up Call for UK Democracy
Labour MP Zohran Mamdani's detention during a peaceful protest raises urgent questions about political freedoms in the UK. Discover why civil liberties defenders are sounding the alarm.
Cheney's Explosive Trump Attack: Grave Danger Warning
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney delivers blistering condemnation of Donald Trump, warning of 'grave danger' to democracy and revealing unprecedented Republican concerns ahead of 2024 election.
Cheney's blistering Trump attack ahead of election
Former Republican congresswoman Liz Cheney delivers blistering critique of Donald Trump's fitness for office, warning of 'grave threat' to US democracy ahead of 2025 election.
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