Ben Houchen victory bucks anti-Tory trend as Labour wins three mayoral contests
The Conservatives retained the Tees Valley mayoralty with a reduced majority, while Labour won other contests in the East Midlands, North East, and North Yorkshire. [ more ]
Who is Dan Poulter: The Tory MP defecting to Labour in fury at NHS crisis
Dr. Dan Poulter defected to Labour, citing Conservative shift to right-wing nationalism. Criticizes Tories' NHS approach, praises Labour's focus on social determinants of health. [ more ]
Labour are ahead in the polls, but have they won hearts and minds? These charts suggest not
Keir Starmer's Labour Party faces challenges similar to those of Ed Miliband's tenure, with negative public perceptions and decreased support compared to the Conservatives. [ more ]
Labour hail victory in Rishi Sunak's electoral backyard
Labour's historic victory in Rishi Sunak's backyard showcases a significant shift in political dynamics, signaling potential challenges for the Conservatives in future elections. [ more ]
Local elections: Labour advances in London commuter belt including home of British Army
Labour sees success in Conservative strongholds in the Home Counties despite missing out on key target in Harlow, reinforcing a need for a general election. [ more ]
Conservatives are leveraging a report to align a narrative about Biden's administration potentially violating the First Amendment through backchannel communications with social media platforms, linked to a pending Supreme Court case. [ more ]
God Will Not Be Mocked': Conservatives Roast Biden For Celebrating Transgender Day Of Visibility On Easter Sunday
Conservatives criticize President Biden for celebrating Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter Sunday.
The White House's proclamation honoring transgender Americans on Easter Sunday faces backlash from Republican politicians and right-wing figures. [ more ]
School Board Member Being Investigated and Teacher Put on Leave Amid Ongoing 'Woke Kindergarten' Dustup In East Bay
Conservatives are outraged over federal funding for a program called Woke Kindergarten in a Bay Area school district.
The term 'woke' has become loaded with negative connotations and is associated with progressive indoctrination of children according to some Trump voters. [ more ]
UK voters deliver double blow to Rishi Sunak, electing Labour lawmakers in two special elections
Conservatives lose two English districts to opposition-party lawmakers, raising concerns about their chances in the upcoming national election.
Labour candidate Damien Egan won in Kingswood and Labour's Gen Kitchen took Wellingborough, seats that Conservatives held in the 2019 election. [ more ]
Reform UK pile fresh pressure on Sunak with radical promises on tax and immigration
Reform UK leader Richard Tice proposes radical policies like tax giveaways and immigration curbs to attract disenchanted Conservative voters.
The Reform Party, founded by Nigel Farage as the Brexit Party, poses a significant challenge to the Conservatives in upcoming elections with its support at approximately 10%. [ more ]
Kingswood and Wellingborough results leave Tories 'with mountain to climb'
The Conservatives suffered two by-election defeats and two gains for Labour, indicating that they still have a long way to go to regain their standing.
The swings in the by-elections, particularly in Wellingborough, were significant and not a major surprise given the standing of the parties in the opinion polls. [ more ]
Tories troll Keir Starmer with Kama Sutra guide to his changing positions
Conservatives troll Keir Starmer with a Valentine's Day-themed social media campaign called Starmer Sutra, highlighting his U-turns on various policies.
The campaign features mock front covers, including photoshopped images of Starmer in twisted positions, and calls him the 'father of U-turns.' [ more ]
Senior Tory MP Bob Neill to stand down at next general election
Senior Conservative MP Sir Bob Neill is stepping down at the next general election to support his wife, who had a stroke.
Neill has served as Bromley and Chislehurst MP since 2006 and chaired the Commons justice committee.
In a letter to his local Conservative association, Neill praised Rishi Sunak's leadership and expressed confidence in the Conservative Party winning the new seat. [ more ]
Reform UK leader accuses Tories of stealing' social housing policy
Reform UK accuses Conservatives of copying their policies on giving priority to British citizens for social housing.
The Conservatives' move to prioritize British citizens for social housing has sparked anger and criticism from some in government and opposition parties. [ more ]