UK politics

UK politics

Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden supports Israel's campaign in a challenging environment.

UK's stance on arms sales to Israel remains unchanged unless international law is violated. [ more ]

20% of Conservative MPs and Scottish National Party MPs are leaving the House of Commons at the upcoming general election.

Parliament members may depart due to personal reasons, political trends, or to avoid potential electoral losses. [ more ]

China identified as security threat to the UK

Shadow Cabinet Minister challenges Rishi Sunak on funding proposal [ more ]

Labour warns China against interference in UK democracy and announces fresh sanctions against Beijing-linked hackers.

Labour's shadow Asia minister, Catherine West, raised concerns about Chinese interference in British democracy, committing to a clear-eyed approach and conducting an audit of UK-China relations. [ more ]

UK accuses China of hostile activities

Government calls out Chinese state-affiliated actors [ more ]

Chinese state-backed hackers targeted UK democratic institutions and politicians.

UK government imposed sanctions on individuals linked to Chinese cyber-group APT31 for cyber-attacks on UK politicians and institutions. [ more ]

The UK has seen increasing immigration despite promises to reduce it.

Government choices, not small boats, are driving the rise in immigration. [ more ]

Labour maintains ban on zero-hours jobs

Keir Starmer's new deal includes more worker rights [ more ]

Cameron's role as a 'prime minister for external affairs' is marked by his unique approach and sense of urgency in the Foreign Office.

Cameron's return to government as foreign secretary is seen as an effort to reshape his legacy after the Brexit referendum. [ more ]

Senior Labour figures want to water down proposed legislation decriminalizing abortion in England and Wales.

Support exists from MPs on both sides of the house and senior doctors' groups for Diana Johnson's proposal to abolish the criminal offence associated with abortion. [ more ]

Conservatives preparing to criticize Labour for financial mismanagement despite facing similar accusations

Concerns within the Conservative party about potential losses in mayoral elections and leadership issues [ more ]

Steve Barclay faced scrutiny for undeclared conflict of interest in opposing waste-to-energy plant in his constituency.

Barclay recused himself from the approval decision, raising questions of transparency and integrity. [ more ]

Opposition to London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez) expansion

Debate and challenges in passing legislation related to Ulez [ more ]

Individual learning accounts scheme was initially deemed successful but turned out to be a massive fraud program.

John Healey, a shadow defense secretary, provides valuable advice to Labour colleagues on staying political in the midst of government work. [ more ]

Backing Plaid Cymru offers a different future from the past in UK politics

Plaid Cymru aims to bring hope back to politics and prioritize Wales' interests [ more ]

Chronic low pay affecting civil service morale

Recruitment challenges due to declining salaries [ more ]

Esther McVey claimed thousands in expenses for London flat despite husband's nearby property.

MPs' expenses and government spending efficiency are under scrutiny. [ more ]

Invest in improving public transport for economic and environmental goals.

Focus on protecting HS2 and making buses a public good. [ more ]

Leadership stability is essential for the Conservative party post-election.

Rishi Sunak could potentially stay on as opposition leader if he leads the Tories to defeat. [ more ]

The speech by Rachel Reeves emphasized the need for a radical agenda to address economic, political, and climate crises.

There are concerns that Labour's response falls short in adequately tackling the challenges presented by the crises. [ more ]

Vaughan Gething to be sworn in as Wales' fifth first minister.

Gething will be the first black leader in any European country. [ more ]

Chronic underfunding affecting adult social care in England

Concerns about staffing shortages and inadequate government leadership [ more ]

Simon Case aims to reform all-male Garrick Club from within.

Prominent figures like judges, lawyers, and lawmakers are part of the club. [ more ]

Councils must consider local residents' views before implementing low traffic neighbourhoods (LTNs).

Draft guidance recommends engagement with community, businesses, and emergency services before introducing LTNs. [ more ]

Government should not use diversity as an excuse to avoid tackling racism

Politicians, including advisers and ministers, need to do better in addressing racism and discrimination [ more ]

Rishi Sunak to lead Conservatives into election despite rebellion reports

Backbench Tory MPs express concerns over potential wipeout at the polls [ more ]