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.
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.
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.
A scathing review of 'The Liz Truss Show' at the Soho Theatre, where the former PM's 49-day tenure is satirised as a chaotic spectacle of ideological fervour and failure.
Former PM Liz Truss returns with a YouTube talk show and a £500,000-per-head private members' club, aiming to 'save the West' from a 'doomloop'. Will anyone tune in?
Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, has secured a historic £9 million donation from former Conservative supporter Christopher Harborne. Explore the implications for UK politics ahead of the 2026 elections.
Analysis: Surging support for Reform UK and internal Tory strife could lead to a historic defeat for Rishi Sunak's party. Is this the end for the Conservatives as we know them? Read the full report.
Keir Starmer is set to appoint 25 new Labour peers, including key aides and union leaders, to rebalance the House of Lords and push through legislation. Exclusive details inside.
Nigel Farage rejects a Financial Times report of a potential pre-election pact with the Conservatives, but his nuanced comments suggest a future realignment of the right. Read the full analysis.
Rev Dr Michael Fox recalls a surprising school interview from 20 years ago where children of immigrants expressed hardline immigration views, foreshadowing the current stance of Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood.
Conservative Party petitions for Rachel Reeves' dismissal, accusing Chancellor of misleading public about OBR forecasts before £26bn tax hike Budget. Sign up for latest political analysis.
Daily Mail owner Lord Rothermere reignites his two-decade ambition to acquire Telegraph titles, potentially creating Britain's most powerful conservative media empire. Read the full analysis.
On 28 November 1990, Margaret Thatcher left Downing Street after 11 years as PM. Discover the dramatic events that led to her downfall and legacy. Read the full story.
Over 2,000 Westerners, including a Texan family, have applied for Russia's 'shared values' visa, seeking refuge from what they call 'woke' policies. Discover their journey.
Exclusive: Meet the Western families fleeing 'woke' policies for Russia's conservative society. Discover why 2,275 applicants have sought the Shared Values visa since August 2024.
Chicago lawyer Daniel Suhr has become influential in US media regulation through FCC chair Brendan Carr, securing unprecedented changes at major networks through legal complaints about bias.
Peckham's GALA Festival could expand to two weekends in 2025, featuring Afrobeats and Mahrajan events, despite local opposition over noise and park damage.
Former Conservative MP Danny Kruger explains his defection to Reform UK, sharing controversial views on family policy, flags, and why Nigel Farage is 'top dog'. Read his startling theories.
IDC Ventures files High Court petition to block Curve's £125m sale to Lloyds, alleging governance failures wiped out £670m shareholder value. Read the latest developments.
Over 1,500 residents petition Hackney Council to reopen roads closed by Low Traffic Neighbourhoods, as data questions their environmental impact. Discover the local divide.
Over 600 Bromley residents demand traffic calming measures after speed humps were removed from Hawes Lane near three schools. Campaigners report dangerous speeding on the resurfaced road.
Residents of Bishops Cleeve rallied with a 1000-signature petition to block a Tesco Timpson store, saving a beloved local cobbler's business and protecting their high street.
John Crace reflects on how Labour's first year in power defied predictions of stable governance, revealing unexpected chaos and political missteps that continue to dominate Westminster.
The US House has overwhelmingly passed a bill forcing the release of all Jeffrey Epstein files. Only one representative voted against. Discover what happens next.
Former culture commissioner Neil Mendoza questions why Conservative government's massive cultural investments remain unacknowledged by sector. Explore the funding facts.
Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage presented rival economic visions in London, trading accusations and unfunded policies. Discover the details of their political showdown.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch commits to keeping the state pension triple lock but warns future depends on economic growth and Labour's legacy. Read the latest analysis.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch commits to triple lock pension but warns future depends on economic growth and Labour's budget legacy. Read the latest UK political analysis.
New analysis reveals the BBC's political bias debate continues as Cardiff University study finds Conservative-leaning coverage. Explore the evidence behind impartiality claims.
West London councillor Vickram Grewal leaves Labour for Conservatives, citing financial mismanagement. The fourth defection in a week signals turmoil ahead of 2026 local elections.
Sydney Sweeney's film Christy records one of the worst opening weekends in box office history, raising questions about the predicted 'unwokening' of Hollywood. Discover why audiences aren't showing up.