Category : Westminster


SA Donation Ban Raises Concerns Over Lobbyist Influence

South Australia's new laws banning political donations to parties and candidates have experts warning that powerful third-party groups could dominate election discourse with undisclosed funding until after polls close.

Reeves Gives Mais Lecture on Europe, AI, and Growth

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers the annual Mais Lecture at Bayes Business School, focusing on Europe, artificial intelligence, and regional economic growth, marking her second appearance at this prestigious City event.

Reform UK Pledges Energy Tax Cut, Targets Labour

Reform UK's shadow chancellor Robert Jenrick announces plan to remove VAT and green levies from energy bills, saving households £200 annually while intensifying political battle with Labour over cost-of-living policies.

Voters Split on Starmer's Iran War Response, Poll Shows

Exclusive polling reveals voters are evenly split on Keir Starmer's handling of the Iran war, with 41% critical versus 37% supportive. Meanwhile, overwhelming public support emerges for government intervention on energy prices if conflict escalates.

Reform UK Leads Polls After YouGov Data Row

Reform UK maintains a polling lead in the latest YouGov survey, following a public challenge over methodology that led to increased data transparency from the pollster.

Trump's Demands Show Authoritarian Streak in Iran War

Donald Trump's recent accusations of treason against media outlets covering the Iran war reveal a pattern of attempts to control free speech and manipulate public perception, raising concerns about democratic erosion.

Sarkozy Faces New Trial Over Gaddafi Funding

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy returns to court for appeal trial on charges of receiving illegal campaign funds from Libya's Gaddafi regime, facing up to 10 years in prison.

Trump Pressures Europe on Hormuz, Warns NATO at Risk

Donald Trump escalates calls for European allies to protect the Strait of Hormuz, warning of severe consequences for NATO. Meanwhile, Oscars celebrate 'One Battle After Another' and a new liquid planet discovery emerges.

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