Government Plans to Curtail Jury Trials

Radical proposals by Sir Brian Leveson aim to remove jury trials for thousands of cases in England and Wales to prevent 'total system collapse'. Explore the controversial reforms.

Play the Budget Game: Be Chancellor for a Day

Step into Rachel Reeves' shoes and try to balance Britain's budget in our interactive game. Can you keep MPs happy and bond markets calm while tackling a £22bn shortfall?

Three charged over missing ashes and fraud probe

Three individuals charged in Police Scotland's Operation Koine investigation into alleged mishandling of ashes and funeral funds at A Milne Independent Funeral Directors. Support available.

Could Andy Burnham Return to Westminster?

Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham faces speculation about challenging Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. Learn about his political journey and potential Westminster comeback.

Can Democrats flip a red Tennessee district?

In Tennessee, Democrat Aftyn Behn is building a 'coalition of the pissed off' to challenge a Republican stronghold. With the cost of living crisis central to her campaign, could she turn this seat blue for the first time since 1983?

Readers Clash Over Labour's Immigration Proposals

Metro readers passionately debate Labour's controversial new immigration policies, with accusations of racism and political capitulation. Have your say on this heated national discussion.

Bolsonaro faces imminent prison sentence in Brazil

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro faces imminent incarceration after receiving a 27-year sentence for attempting to annihilate democratic institutions. Discover the dramatic downfall.

Council Tax Reform: Who Faces Biggest Bills?

Exclusive analysis reveals how proposed council tax reforms could add thousands to annual bills for homeowners in England. Discover which regions face the hardest hits.

Coalition offers deal on Labour's environment laws

Opposition leader Sussan Ley says the Coalition will support Labour's rewritten Environment Protection Act if 'sensible amendments' are accepted. Read the latest on the political negotiations.

EU debates Ukraine 'capitulation' peace plan

EU foreign ministers meet in Brussels to discuss a secretive US-Russia draft peace plan for Ukraine, denounced as capitulation. Follow live updates on the diplomatic crisis.

Gender Wars and G20 Challenges for Starmer

As PM Keir Starmer heads to the G20, a Ukrainian corruption scandal threatens war support. Back home, a single-sex spaces row erupts and the Covid inquiry report looms.

Drug dealer jailed after fist-bump arrest in Crawley

Jamie Gabriel, 28, has been sentenced to over five years in prison for supplying cocaine and cannabis in Crawley. The dealer was caught after officers witnessed him fist-bumping customers. Read the full story.

Mark Speakman steps down as NSW Liberal leader

Mark Speakman resigns as NSW Liberal leader, endorsing first-term MP Kellie Sloane as his replacement. Discover the reasons behind the leadership change and what's next for the party.

Amber snow warning for North-East England

The Met Office issues an amber snow warning for north-east England, forecasting blizzard conditions, travel disruption, and potential power cuts. Stay informed.

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