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.
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White House Chief Usher's 37-Year Memoir Revealed
Exclusive insights from Gary Walters, the longest-serving White House chief usher, on serving seven presidents, state dinners, and the day of 9/11. Discover the untold stories.
House Prices Hit Record High as Annual Growth Slows
UK house prices reached a new record high in November, but annual growth slowed to its weakest rate since March 2024. Experts cite budget uncertainty and affordability hurdles.
UK House Prices Stagnate, Retail Spending Weak in November
Halifax reports UK house prices were flat in November, while BDO data shows weak in-store sales growth. Affordability for first-time buyers hits strongest level since 2015. Read the full analysis.
Ex-Downing Street aide says 'too much briefing' in government
Sir Keir Starmer's former communications director, Matthew Doyle, says excessive media briefing harms government decision-making. He also did not deny reports of a potential peerage.
Environment Agency 'failed' to tell Lords about illegal waste
Peers express alarm after Environment Agency bosses omitted three large-scale illegal waste sites from evidence. The sites include a 25,000-tonne dump in Wigan and a river-polluting site in Oxfordshire. Read the full investigation.
Peer faces $1m lawsuit after Lords lobbying suspension
Lord Evans of Watford, suspended from the Lords for lobbying breaches, now faces US legal action over a $1m payment from a Kazakh asset sale. He denies all claims.
Starmer to Appoint 25 New Labour Peers
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.
Assisted Dying Bill Delayed by Lords' 1,100+ Amendments
A widower who accompanied his wife to Dignitas accuses peers of filibustering the assisted dying bill, creating bureaucratic trauma for the terminally ill. Read his powerful plea for change.
Hillsborough report finds police presented unsubstantiated evidence
A damning 366-page report reveals South Yorkshire Police 'consistently and intentionally' presented false evidence after the 1989 Hillsborough disaster, which claimed 97 lives. Read the key findings.
12 Officers Would Face Hillsborough Misconduct Cases
A police watchdog report reveals 12 officers would have faced gross misconduct cases for Hillsborough disaster failings, but none will be disciplined as all have retired. Read the full findings.
Hillsborough: 12 Officers Should Face Misconduct Charges
A police watchdog report reveals 12 officers should have faced gross misconduct charges over the Hillsborough disaster. Read the full findings and family reactions.
Police forces failing on sex crime policies, report says
A damning official report finds a quarter of police forces in England and Wales lack basic policies for investigating sexual offences, despite promises of change after Sarah Everard's murder. Read the full findings.
Ofsted: Profit motive 'bending' children's care system
Ofsted warns children's home providers are prioritising profit, creating a 'national scandal'. Costs soar to £30,000 a week in unregistered homes, while placements fail to match regional need.
BoE Cuts Bank Capital Buffer Amid Heightened Risk Warning
The Bank of England has trimmed capital requirements for UK banks to boost lending, while its stability report warns of increased risks from AI valuations and geopolitics. Read the full analysis.
Hillsborough police misconduct report published
The long-awaited IOPC report into police actions during and after the 1989 Hillsborough disaster is published today. Read the key findings on Britain's worst sporting tragedy.
Lords' 1,000 Amendments Stall Assisted Dying Bill
The Assisted Dying Bill, backed by MPs, faces a logjam in the House of Lords with over 1,000 tabled amendments. Critics call it a democratic outrage as dying people await a compassionate law.
FBI 'Paralysed by Fear' Under Director Kash Patel
A damning leaked report based on 24 FBI sources describes the agency as a 'rudderless ship' under Director Kash Patel, with plummeting morale and a climate of fear. Read the full details.
Inspectors praise City of London SEND services
A joint Ofsted and CQC report has praised the 'positive experiences' for children with special educational needs in the Square Mile. Read the full findings.
Inside the 2025 White House Christmas decorations
First Lady Melania Trump reveals this year's White House Christmas theme, featuring a Lego portrait, a gingerbread house, and tributes to Gold Star families. Discover all the festive details.
OBR report leaked twice due to staff technical errors
The OBR's fiscal report was leaked before the Budget due to technical errors, marking its 'worst failure' in 15 years. The watchdog pledges major changes to its publication process.
Trump: 'I wouldn't have wanted' second Caribbean strike
President Trump defends aide Pete Hegseth, denying he ordered a second lethal strike on a Caribbean boat. Get the full details on the controversial report and the White House response.
Public sceptical over who benefits from UK class actions
Public awareness of UK class actions is at its highest since 2020, but 70% believe lawyers and funders are the main winners. Discover the push for transparency and key findings from Portland's new report.
Nobel winner Stiglitz declares global inequality emergency
Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz warns rising inequality destabilises nations. His G20 blueprint offers economic renewal through tax reform and climate action. Read the urgent call.
UN: Israel has 'de facto state policy' of torture
A damning UN report accuses Israel of systematic torture against Palestinian detainees, including children. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes and impunity.
Ham House: UK's Most Haunted 17th Century Mansion
Explore Ham House in Richmond, home to 15 ghosts including the Duchess of Lauderdale. Discover the dark history behind one of Britain's most haunted properties.
UN Report: 80% of World Population Now Urban
A new UN report reveals over 80% of people now live in cities, with Jakarta becoming the world's most populous. Explore the costs and opportunities of rapid global urbanisation.
Lammy's plan to restrict jury trials in England & Wales
Exclusive: David Lammy's radical plan to abolish jury trials for most cases, affecting 30,000 trials annually. Discover the implications for Britain's justice system and why critics call it a 'shabby evasion'.
Report: Unelected Power Reshaping British Politics
A stark report reveals a 20-year surge in unelected power via Lords appointments and £47m political donations. Discover the impact on UK democracy and the call for reform.
Camden's £1m rubbish house for auction
A derelict Camden house filled with rubbish is on sale for £925,000. Discover why this prime London property is a developer's dream despite its shocking condition.
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