Badenoch: Tories Must Remain Party of the Right
Kemi Badenoch insists the Conservative Party remains firmly on the right after defections to Reform UK. Read her full warning to MPs about internal discipline and ideological clarity.
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Badenoch's Ultimatum to Tory MPs Over Reform Defections
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch warns backbenchers against internal damage as defections to Reform UK mount. Read the latest on the Conservative Party's internal crisis.
Cartoon Satirises Tory Defections to Reform UK
Martin Rowson's latest cartoon skewers the Conservative Party's turmoil as MPs defect to Reform UK. Explore the symbolism and political fallout in this analysis.
21 Tory MPs who have defected to Reform UK revealed
Robert Jenrick's dramatic defection to Reform UK follows a string of Conservative MPs crossing the floor. Discover the full list of 21 defectors and what it means for British politics.
20 Former Conservative MPs Defect to Reform UK
A comprehensive look at the 20 former Conservative MPs who have switched allegiance to Nigel Farage's Reform UK party since 2024, reshaping the British political landscape.
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?
Five Labour councillors in Brent defect to Green Party
Five sitting Labour councillors in Brent have joined the Green Party, criticising Labour's shift from socialist principles. The defections signal a 'Green surge' in London ahead of local elections.
4th Hounslow Labour councillor defects to Tories
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.
Streeting's NHS Reform: Sink or Save for Labour?
Health Secretary Wes Streeting unveils radical NHS restructuring plan to cut 18,000 jobs and redirect £1bn to frontline care. Can this high-stakes gamble save both the health service and Labour's political future?
Police and Crime Commissioners to be abolished
Labour government scraps PCC roles, transferring powers to mayors in policing shakeup that promises £100m savings by 2029. Read the full details.
Young Brits Reveal Why Reform UK Gains Traction
A panel of young Britons explains why Nigel Farage's Reform UK appeals to disillusioned youth and offers solutions beyond Westminster politics. Discover their insights on rebuilding political engagement.
Green Candidate: Break Up Met Police After Racism Report
Hackney's Green mayoral candidate Zoë Garbett calls to dismantle the Met following a damning report revealing systemic racism. Discover the findings and political reactions.
Reform UK accused of racism over student leader pick
Reform UK faces racism accusations after appointing Matthew Goodwin, who claims minority ethnic Britons aren't always 'British'. Political backlash grows.
Reform UK pulls out of BBC documentary
Nigel Farage's Reform UK ceases cooperation with BBC documentary after controversial Trump speech edit. Party cites lost trust in broadcaster. Full details on the fallout.
Business Leaders Call for Bold Tax Reform in London
Senior business leaders gathered in Westminster to demand pro-growth tax policies, warning that current high taxes are driving wealth overseas and stifling UK economic recovery.
Reform UK pulls out of BBC film over Trump edit row
Reform UK cancels participation in BBC documentary after trust breakdown over edited Trump speech. Party cites 'disinformation' as US president threatens $1bn lawsuit against broadcaster.
Care home manager loophole exposed after deaths
A grieving daughter reveals how a care home manager prevented from CQC registration now oversees multiple homes, exposing dangerous gaps in care sector regulation.
Starmer: Racism returning to UK politics
PM Keir Starmer warns divisive hard-right politics is tearing Britain apart and signals end to two-child benefit cap in budget. Read the full interview analysis.
5-Year State Pension Guarantee Proposed for UK Families
Former pensions minister Sir Steve Webb proposes a 5-year minimum State Pension guarantee, allowing heirs to inherit payments if retirees die early. Discover how this reform aims to create fairness.
London's Retail & Culture Sectors Seek Investment Boost
Top industry leaders call for regulatory reform and cultural investment to sustain London's global position. Discover the key insights from the Central London Alliance panel.
Howard Backs Four-Year Parliamentary Terms
Former PM John Howard joins current leader in rare bipartisan call for four-year parliamentary terms, marking 50th anniversary of Whitlam's dismissal. Read the full story.
Reform UK AMs Criticised for Missing Remembrance Event
Reform UK's London Assembly Members face criticism for absence from City Hall's Remembrance Day service. Discover the reasons given and political reactions.
Gender Divide in 1950s UK Schools' Curriculum
Guardian readers reveal how 1950s gender-segregated lessons shaped lives. From home economics to algebra, discover the lasting impact of Britain's educational divide and modern calls for reform.
Reeves to remove two-child benefit cap in budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals plan to abolish two-child benefit cap, potentially lifting 350,000 children from poverty. Budget announcement expected this month.
Mamdani's Policies Reshape New York Politics
New York State Assembly member Zohran Mamdani's once-controversial policies on housing and healthcare are becoming mainstream political discourse, signalling a significant shift in American urban politics.
Labour MPs revive Tribune to challenge Reform party
In a dramatic political move, Labour MPs are resurrecting the legendary Tribune group to counter the growing threat from Nigel Farage's Reform party, signalling a major shift in Westminster's power dynamics.
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
Judge orders Chicago immigration facility improvements
A US district judge mandates immediate improvements to Chicago's overcrowded immigration processing centre, citing 'unacceptable' conditions and constitutional violations.
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.
Schwimmer urges Reeves to unleash £100bn stock market boom
London Stock Exchange chief Julia Hoggett joins forces with former boss Xavier Rolet in urgent plea to Rachel Reeves to unlock Britain's investment potential and spark £100bn market boom.
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