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Barnaby Joyce defects to One Nation party

Former deputy PM Barnaby Joyce stuns colleagues by joining Pauline Hanson's One Nation, signalling a major rightward shift in Australian politics. Read the full story.

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.

Top History & Politics Books 2025 Reviewed

Explore the year's standout history and politics books, from Middle East revolutions and brutalist architecture to the Tory implosion and Starmer's rise. Discover essential reads.

Danny Kruger: Why I Joined Reform UK

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.

Second Tory Councillor Defects to Reform UK

Westminster City Councillor Alan Mendoza defects to Reform UK, citing 'abject crisis'. He will advise Nigel Farage on foreign policy. Read the latest political shift.

Major Search for Missing Royal Navy Sailor

A major search is underway off the coast of Ireland for a missing Royal Navy crew member. Multiple agencies are involved in the rescue effort. Follow for live updates.

Man found guilty of stalking Penny Mordaunt

Edward Brandt, 61, convicted of stalking former Tory minister Penny Mordaunt after bombarding her with calls and jumping office barrier. Read the full court details.

Tory MP slams Kate Garraway over David Lammy GMB clash

Conservative MP Brendan Clarke-Smith accuses Good Morning Britain of biased treatment during intense political debate with Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy, sparking fresh concerns about media impartiality.

Tory Leadership Battle: Badenoch vs Jenrick

The Conservative Party faces internal warfare as Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick emerge as rival contenders, exposing deep ideological divisions over immigration, Brexit legacy, and electoral strategy.

Badenoch's Tory rebuild: One year on as leader

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch marks her first anniversary with ambitious plans to rebuild the party, reshape its identity and reconnect with voters ahead of the next election.

Tory MPs turn on Badenoch as May elections loom

Conservative MPs are turning against former leadership contender Kemi Badenoch, with colleagues warning her political influence is waning ahead of crucial local elections that could determine her future.

Kemi Badenoch's Tory transformation plan revealed

Exclusive insight into Kemi Badenoch's first year leading the Conservative Party, revealing her strategy to rebuild, reconnect with voters, and prepare for the next general election.

Grandfather and Archbishop's Relative Sues Tory Party

A former Conservative Party member, who is also the grandfather of the Archbishop of Jerusalem, has launched a High Court lawsuit against the party, alleging serious misconduct and demanding justice.

Reform UK Councillor Defects to Conservatives

A senior Reform UK councillor has dramatically crossed the floor to join the Conservatives, citing growing discomfort with his former party's direction and leadership.

Labour councillor defects to Greens in North London

In a stunning political move, Highbury West councillor Praful Nargund has abandoned Labour to join the Green Party, citing fundamental disagreements with Keir Starmer's leadership and controversial ULEZ expansion.

Boris Johnson joins Tory revolt against Badenoch policies

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has launched a stunning attack on Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch's approach, becoming the third ex-Tory leader to publicly criticise her policies in a major Conservative Party split.

Boris Johnson's shock attack on Tory green policies

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson makes dramatic political comeback with blistering critique of Conservative environmental agenda, warning current policies risk 'economic suicide' for Britain.

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