Sir Patrick Duffy, Former Labour MP, Dies Aged 105
Sir Patrick Duffy, a Labour MP and defence specialist who served as Navy Minister and NATO Parliamentary Assembly President, has passed away at 105. Read his remarkable life story.
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Gov Road Strategy & Trump Diplomacy: Key Plans for UK Drivers
The UK government's new road safety strategy, impacting every driver, is unveiled. Plus, navigating Trump's unpredictability and an AI surge in Parliament. Listen to the full podcast analysis.
MPs' Written Questions Double, AI Blamed for Surge
Exclusive: The number of written questions to Whitehall departments nearly doubled in 2025, with senior sources blaming AI. MPs deny wasting resources. Follow the latest.
Brexit Reset Bill Sparks Fresh Parliamentary Clash
A new bill to enact the UK-EU 'reset' deal will reignite fierce Brexit debates in Parliament. Discover the key points of contention and the potential £9bn economic impact.
Nato leaders rebuke Trump over Greenland threats
UK PM Keir Starmer joins European allies in a firm statement upholding Greenland's sovereignty after US threats. Read the latest on the Arctic security crisis.
Ukraine on Agenda as Leaders Meet in Paris
European leaders meet in Paris to discuss Ukraine aid, as the US's Venezuela actions upend geopolitics. Follow the latest on security guarantees and the Trump threat.
Labour's 'Incumbency First' Plan to Protect Sitting MPs
Deputy leader Lucy Powell tells Labour MPs the party will focus on defending existing seats and training MPs to be community leaders. She urges an end to infighting to secure the government's future.
Greenland not for sale, leaders tell Trump
Greenland's PM and Denmark's PM Mette Frederiksen firmly rebuff Donald Trump's renewed interest in acquiring the Arctic territory. Frederiksen warns such a US attack would end NATO.
Trump's Greenland Ambitions Risk NATO Crisis
Donald Trump doubles down on plans to annex Greenland for 'national security', sparking a fierce diplomatic row with Denmark and warnings of a NATO collapse. Read the latest.
Trump's Greenland Threat Could End NATO, Warns Denmark
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen warns NATO would be 'finished' if the US attacks Greenland, as Sir Keir Starmer backs her stance. Read the latest on the escalating diplomatic crisis.
Starmer sides with Denmark over Trump's Greenland comments
Sir Keir Starmer aligns with Danish PM Mette Frederiksen after Donald Trump's Greenland remarks. The US leader's comments follow the capture of Venezuela's president, raising NATO concerns.
Trump's Greenland Demand Threatens NATO Alliance
President Trump renews US claim to Greenland, citing defence needs. Denmark's PM firmly rejects annexation, warning of disrespect to a close ally and raising fears of a Venezuela-style operation.
Danish PM rebuffs Trump's Greenland takeover claims
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen condemns US President Trump's threats to annex Greenland, calling them 'senseless'. Nordic leaders unite in support as Trump doubles down on national security claims. Full analysis.
European Defence Spending Soars Amid Trump & Ukraine Fears
European nations are urgently boosting defence budgets, driven by the Ukraine war and a potential Trump return. Discover the key trends reshaping the continent's security strategy.
Labour's Lords Struggle: 111 Defeats and Counting
Labour peers reveal how a Tory-dominated House of Lords has slowed virtually every bill, inflicting 111 defeats. Key manifesto pledges on energy, rail, and employment rights face obstruction. Discover the battle for reform.
Rushed NSW inquiry into banning 'intifada' phrase criticised
A NSW parliamentary inquiry into banning hate slogans like 'globalise the intifada' faces criticism for its short deadline and lack of public hearings. Read the latest on the proposed legislative changes.
Green Leader Polanski Challenges Khan and Labour Government
Green Party leader Zack Polanski tells the LDRS it's 'impossible' to separate London's issues from national Labour failures. Read his exclusive City Hall interview.
Labour warned over Starmer leadership as crisis deepens
Labour faces historic failure if it keeps Keir Starmer as leader, warn party members. Letters to the Guardian cite Gaza, protests, and electoral reform as key issues eroding public trust in 2025.
Finland seizes ship over Baltic Sea cable damage
Finnish authorities detain cargo vessel suspected of damaging a vital undersea telecoms cable between Helsinki and Tallinn. The incident raises security concerns in the strategically sensitive Baltic Sea.
Romanian villagers on frontline of Ukraine war
Residents of Plauru, Romania, live in fear as Russian drones target Ukrainian ports across the Danube. A Guardian report reveals the psychological toll and isolation of NATO's eastern edge.
Secret 2005 Push for MP Lifetime Pensions Exposed
Newly released cabinet papers from 2005 expose a controversial proposal for lifetime pensions for MPs, spearheaded by Philip Ruddock. Explore the details and political fallout.
Hanson's Rinehart Jet Trip Sparks Rules Scrutiny
One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson flew to a US conservative conference on Gina Rinehart's private jet but has not declared the travel, potentially breaching parliamentary rules. Read the full investigation.
Algeria Passes Law Declaring French Colonisation a Crime
Algeria's parliament has unanimously approved a law declaring France's 132-year colonisation a 'state crime', demanding an apology and reparations. Explore the details and diplomatic fallout.
NSW's rushed anti-protest laws face court challenge
New South Wales is fast-tracking another anti-protest bill after a terror incident. Constitutional experts warn it may be overruled, like past laws. Read the analysis.
PM Albanese announces cuts to MP family travel entitlements
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces major cuts to taxpayer-funded travel for MPs' families, including a ban on business class flights. Read the full details of the new rules.
Russia offers legal pledge not to attack EU or NATO
Russia's deputy foreign minister says Moscow is ready to legally confirm it has no intention of attacking the EU or NATO. This comes as Ukraine offers concessions on NATO membership for security guarantees. Read the latest diplomatic developments.
NATO unprepared for long war with Russia, warns UK admiral
A senior Royal Navy commander warns NATO must bolster defences against military and cyber threats from Russia. Discover the alliance's critical vulnerabilities and the urgent call for investment.
MPs Question Vodafone Over Franchisee Treatment
Vodafone executives face parliamentary scrutiny over claims its commercial agreements harmed franchisees' mental health and finances. Read the full investigation.
Readers on Phone 'Zombification' and War Fears
Metro readers share strong views on phone addiction, AI threats, and European security. From London to Glasgow, see what's sparking debate. Have your say in the comments.
Aukus Parliamentary Group Faces Lobbying Scrutiny
The launch of a Parliamentary Friends of Aukus group, sponsored by a defence lobbying firm, sparks integrity concerns and potential rule breaches. Read the exclusive details.
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