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Stride pledges to protect OBR in clash with Farage

Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride commits to safeguarding the independent Office for Budget Responsibility, creating a clear divide with Reform UK's Nigel Farage on economic policy. Read the full analysis.

Zahawi Joins Reform, Testing Alliance with Farage

Nadhim Zahawi's defection to Reform UK bolsters Nigel Farage's ranks but raises questions over past clashes and the party's identity. Can the former Tory chancellor and the insurgent leader work together?

Farage and Zahawi's history of insults revealed

Nadhim Zahawi's defection to Reform UK is overshadowed by years of bitter social media exchanges with leader Nigel Farage. Explore their history of enmity and political opportunism.

Ex-Tory Chancellor Zahawi defects to Reform UK

Former Conservative chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK, calling his old party a 'defunct brand' and endorsing Nigel Farage for PM. Read the full story on this major political shift.

Zahawi's Reform defection: A new route to the top?

Former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi defects to Reform UK, bringing establishment experience to Nigel Farage's insurgent party. Analysis of the risks and rewards for both sides in the shifting political landscape.

Former Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK

Former Conservative Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has defected to Reform UK, declaring the country 'needs Nigel Farage as Prime Minister'. The high-profile move deals another blow to Kemi Badenoch's Tories.

Ex-Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK

Former Conservative Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has defected to Nigel Farage's Reform UK, becoming the most senior ex-Tory to join. He cites high taxes and censorship as key motivations. Read the full story.

NHS software firm TPP pays out £50m dividend

TPP Group, the healthcare tech firm owned by Tory donor Frank Hester, has paid a £50m dividend following a surge in sales and profits from NHS contracts. Explore the financials and political connections.

Boyfriend hid me from parents due to my tattoos

A woman shares how her two-year relationship ended after her boyfriend admitted his conservative parents would disapprove of her body art. She explores the stigma around tattoos and finding self-worth.

Why Gen Z loves Theresa May on TikTok

Former PM Theresa May is an unlikely TikTok star. We explore why Gen Z is creating viral edits, from 'defensive fandom' to nostalgia for a 'simpler' political time. Discover the trend's impact.

Bongino leaves FBI deputy role, eyes media comeback

Dan Bongino steps down as FBI deputy director after a brief stint. Trump hints at a return to his lucrative conservative media career. Explore the revolving door between right-wing media and government.

Ex-Tory donor Richard Walker set for Labour peerage

Iceland supermarket executive chair Richard Walker, a former Conservative supporter, is to be appointed as a Labour peer by Keir Starmer. Discover the details of his political transformation.

Tory Peer Malcolm Offord Defects to Reform UK

Reform UK secures its first member of the House of Lords as Conservative peer Malcolm Offord defects. The former Scotland Office minister will stand for the party in next year's Holyrood elections.

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