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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours ago

Brexit has not been good for Britain, Reeves says

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves criticizes Brexit's economic impact and advocates for closer EU alignment to improve trading relations and economic growth.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 hours ago

Starmer's chief of staff used personal email to communicate with Mandelson'

Sir Keir Starmer's former chief of staff allegedly used private email and WhatsApp to communicate with Peter Mandelson before his appointment as US ambassador, raising cover-up concerns.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 hours ago

King must delay state visit if Iran-US war continues, former ambassador warns

A former British ambassador suggests King Charles and Queen Camilla should postpone their planned US visit if Middle East conflict continues, citing diplomatic complications and public perception concerns.
#royal-family
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

Prince Harry spokesperson brands new biography a deranged conspiracy'

Prince Harry's spokesperson dismissed allegations from a biography claiming Queen Camilla said Meghan had brainwashed him, calling the claims a deranged conspiracy.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Beatrice and Eugenie still have houses in Royal Palaces'

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie rent properties within Royal Palaces under an agreement arranged by their father Prince Andrew to maintain their London residences.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

Prince Harry spokesperson brands new biography a deranged conspiracy'

Prince Harry's spokesperson dismissed allegations from a biography claiming Queen Camilla said Meghan had brainwashed him, calling the claims a deranged conspiracy.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Beatrice and Eugenie still have houses in Royal Palaces'

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie rent properties within Royal Palaces under an agreement arranged by their father Prince Andrew to maintain their London residences.
#peter-mandelson
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

Peter Mandelson is still human, Cherie Blair says after Epstein scandal

Lady Blair defends Peter Mandelson's right to fair treatment amid Jeffrey Epstein scandal allegations, emphasizing his humanity despite media scrutiny.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Starmer's pick of Epstein 'pal' as top British envoy haunts prime minister

Prime Minister Keir Starmer appointed Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite warnings from senior advisers and Mandelson's ties to Jeffrey Epstein, creating significant political damage.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Mandelson due diligence report raised serious questions', minister admits UK politics live

A minister confirmed that Keir Starmer received a due diligence report raising serious concerns about Peter Mandelson's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein before appointing him US ambassador, and Starmer claims he was misled by Mandelson's reassurances.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Mandelson still a human being who's entitled to fair trial, says Cherie Blair

Cherie Blair defends Peter Mandelson's right to fair trial after his arrest on misconduct charges, emphasizing he remains a human being deserving compassion despite serious allegations involving Jeffrey Epstein and confidential information disclosure.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

Peter Mandelson is still human, Cherie Blair says after Epstein scandal

Lady Blair defends Peter Mandelson's right to fair treatment amid Jeffrey Epstein scandal allegations, emphasizing his humanity despite media scrutiny.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Starmer's pick of Epstein 'pal' as top British envoy haunts prime minister

Prime Minister Keir Starmer appointed Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite warnings from senior advisers and Mandelson's ties to Jeffrey Epstein, creating significant political damage.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Mandelson due diligence report raised serious questions', minister admits UK politics live

A minister confirmed that Keir Starmer received a due diligence report raising serious concerns about Peter Mandelson's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein before appointing him US ambassador, and Starmer claims he was misled by Mandelson's reassurances.
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fromIrish Independent
35 minutes ago

No delay to carbon tax hike despite spiralling energy costs, Taoiseach says

The Taoiseach rejects delaying carbon tax increases despite energy cost pressures from geopolitical conflict, while considering fuel excise duty cuts instead.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
16 hours ago

Swinney says he would not take teenage son to an Old Firm derby after latest disorder

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney condemned violent disorder at an Old Firm Rangers-Celtic match and stated he would not take his teenage son to such games due to safety concerns.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

NHS and MoD will be urged to buy British tech to drive growth amid Iran crisis

The UK government will establish a rapid innovation procurement taskforce to accelerate purchases of British AI technology by the NHS and Ministry of Defence, positioning AI as central to economic growth strategy.
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fromwww.bbc.com
11 hours ago

Chancellor to offer support over rising heating oil costs

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a support package for households facing higher heating oil costs due to global price increases, with funding identified and details expected early next week.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Could be the making of him': Starmer's allies praise stance on Trump and Iran

Keir Starmer gains political advantage by refusing to support US strikes on Iran, balancing American relations with British public opposition to military intervention.
#house-of-lords-reform
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fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

Doomed hereditary peers spy chance to stay in the Lords

The 92 remaining hereditary seats in the House of Lords will be eliminated when Parliament ends in May, though a compromise allows 15 Conservative hereditary peers to convert to life peerages.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

So long, hereditary peers but the Lords is still full of absurd anachronisms | Polly Toynbee

Hereditary peers were removed from the House of Lords after Conservatives fought fiercely against abolition, violating the Salisbury convention despite 66% public support for a democratically elected second chamber.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
14 hours ago

Doomed hereditary peers spy chance to stay in the Lords

The 92 remaining hereditary seats in the House of Lords will be eliminated when Parliament ends in May, though a compromise allows 15 Conservative hereditary peers to convert to life peerages.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

So long, hereditary peers but the Lords is still full of absurd anachronisms | Polly Toynbee

Hereditary peers were removed from the House of Lords after Conservatives fought fiercely against abolition, violating the Salisbury convention despite 66% public support for a democratically elected second chamber.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

We are a completely different political party': inside the Greens' membership boom

The Green Party's membership tripled to 215,000 under new leadership, creating cultural tensions between longtime members and recent arrivals from Labour, raising questions about organizational identity and direction.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Ashes gagging orders and a storm over a teacup: it must be the new cricket season | Barney Ronay

The ECB's management of the Hundred and recent controversies, including a shadow ban on Ashes discussion and handling of player conduct issues, reveals problematic crisis management strategies that often backfire.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Phil Woolas, former Labour MP and minister, dies of brain cancer aged 66

Phil Woolas, former Labour MP and minister who served throughout New Labour's 13-year tenure, died of brain cancer at age 66.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

UK will not follow Trump's decision to ease Russia sanctions, minister says

The UK maintains strict sanctions on Russian oil despite the US temporarily easing restrictions, risking diplomatic tension with the Trump administration.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

British politics is hooked on flashy fake numbers and the AI investment debacle proves it | Jonathan Portes

UK government announcements about investment and job creation often conflate existing commitments with aspirational future plans, inflating headline figures disconnected from actual economic impact.
#post-office-horizon-scandal
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Fujitsu yet to contribute a penny' to Post Office Horizon victims

Fujitsu faces criticism for not financially contributing to the £1.5 billion Post Office Horizon scandal redress bill, while MPs demand urgent action to quash wrongful convictions from the faulty accounting system.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Post Office scandal 'taken 21 years of my life'

Post Office Horizon scandal victims remain uncompensated over 15 years later, with accountability and criminal prosecution of responsible parties demanded alongside financial redress.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Redress schemes for Post Office Horizon scandal have serious failings, MPs find

Post Office Horizon scandal redress schemes have critical structural failings causing unacceptable delays, inadequate compensation offers, and retraumatization of wrongly prosecuted operators.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Fujitsu yet to contribute a penny' to Post Office Horizon victims

Fujitsu faces criticism for not financially contributing to the £1.5 billion Post Office Horizon scandal redress bill, while MPs demand urgent action to quash wrongful convictions from the faulty accounting system.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Post Office scandal 'taken 21 years of my life'

Post Office Horizon scandal victims remain uncompensated over 15 years later, with accountability and criminal prosecution of responsible parties demanded alongside financial redress.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Redress schemes for Post Office Horizon scandal have serious failings, MPs find

Post Office Horizon scandal redress schemes have critical structural failings causing unacceptable delays, inadequate compensation offers, and retraumatization of wrongly prosecuted operators.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Petrol retailers accuse ministers of inflammatory language'

The Petrol Retailers Association accused UK ministers of using inflammatory language about fuel pricing that incited abuse against forecourt workers before a meeting with Rachel Reeves.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

BBC World Service funding freeze risks opening door to hostile states', MPs say

Freezing BBC World Service funding risks allowing hostile state media to gain influence while undermining international trust in British broadcasting during a critical period of global instability.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Give mayors more powers to tackle youth unemployment crisis, says Alan Milburn

Mayors need greater powers to address youth unemployment crisis concentrated in northern England and Midlands to prevent long-term regional economic scarring.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Lost nuclear bunker discovered beneath medieval castle

A Cold War-era nuclear defense bunker built for Royal Observer Corps volunteers was discovered during an archaeological dig at Scarborough Castle in North Yorkshire.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Casey's review of adult social care offers hope | Letters

Local authorities must stabilize existing systems through adequate funding and joint commissioning to enable a successful national care service transition.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Miliband unveils plans to speed up nuclear power generation for UK

The UK government is cutting nuclear regulations and bureaucracy to accelerate power station development while claiming environmental protections remain intact.
UK politics
fromTheregister
1 day ago

UK plans regulatory reset to boost nuclear power

Britain's government is implementing nuclear regulatory reforms to accelerate atomic projects by reducing bureaucratic processes and environmental approval requirements.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Watchdog says he 'can't trust ministers' with Sturgeon inquiry files

Scotland's information commissioner threatens legal action against the Scottish government for repeatedly failing to release documents about Nicola Sturgeon ethics investigation and missing freedom of information deadlines.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Survivors of Ireland's mother and baby homes will not have UK benefits cut

UK government agrees to protect benefits for Irish mother and baby home survivors accepting compensation, preventing loss of means-tested support.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Nearly three-quarters of England's woods inaccessible to public, study finds

73% of English woodland is publicly inaccessible, with ancient trees particularly restricted, prompting campaigns for right-to-roam legislation.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Oil price profiteering will not be tolerated, says Miliband

The government will not tolerate energy firm profiteering from rising oil prices and will use competition watchdog intervention to prevent petrol price rip-offs, while rejecting new North Sea exploration licenses as ineffective for bill relief.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Reeves puts watchdog on 'high alert' over petrol price profiteering - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has raised concerns over petrol pump profiteering and has officially put regulators on 'high alert' regarding this issue. In response to rapidly rising fuel prices, she has summoned key stakeholders, including fuel retailers and energy suppliers, to Downing Street for crucial discussions to address the situation.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Rachel Reeves to set out extra support for UK households facing surge in heating oil costs

Rachel Reeves will announce additional support for UK households facing surging heating oil costs due to Middle East conflict, targeting low-income and vulnerable populations particularly in rural areas.
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Petrol retailers pull out of meeting with Reeves amid 'inflammatory language' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Petrol retailers withdrew from a meeting with Chancellor Rachel Reeves, citing inflammatory government language that has increased public abuse of forecourt staff and jeopardized their safety.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
18 hours ago

Ethics adviser rejects Tory call for inquiry into PM over Mandelson appointment

The prime minister's ethics adviser found no grounds to investigate Sir Keir Starmer over Lord Mandelson's US ambassador appointment, determining proper procedures were followed.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK petrol retailers claim inflammatory language' of ministers led to staff abuse

UK petrol retailers claim government's inflammatory language about price gouging has incited public abuse against forecourt staff amid fuel price rises from Middle East tensions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Andrew and Peter Mandelson pictured in bathrobes with Jeffrey Epstein

A newly discovered photograph shows Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Peter Mandelson in bathrobes with Jeffrey Epstein, released among millions of DOJ files, with no wrongdoing implied by their appearance in documents.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Reeves vows to crack down' on energy and fuel bosses exploiting Britons through rip-off' prices UK politics live

Chancellor Rachel Reeves directs the CMA to investigate fuel price exploitation amid Middle East conflict driving oil prices above $100 per barrel, threatening UK recession.
#reform-uk
#peter-mandelson-appointment
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

No 10 rejects claims it covered up Starmer's role in Mandelson appointment

Downing Street denies covering up Keir Starmer's role in appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, stating normal procedures were followed despite blank approval boxes in official documents.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

No 10 rejects claims it covered up Starmer's role in Mandelson appointment

Downing Street denies covering up Keir Starmer's role in appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, stating normal procedures were followed despite blank approval boxes in official documents.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Dozens of MPs urge Greens to officially ditch normal' childbirth policy immediately

Green Party leader Zack Polanski faces pressure from over 50 Labour MPs to officially abandon the party's controversial maternity policy that sought to reduce Caesarean sections.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Council leader bullish on no-confidence vote chances

A 19-year-old Reform UK council leader faces a no-confidence vote over allegations of bringing the authority into disrepute, but maintains he is performing well and dismisses the challenge as a political stunt.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Farage regrets move to run 'bankrupt' council

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage regrets taking control of Worcestershire County Council due to its severe financial crisis requiring a 9% council tax increase and emergency government support.
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Watchdog: Capita's pension 'fiasco', now a 370M DWP gig

The chair of the Public Accounts Committee sought reassurance that the Cabinet Office had shared details of Capita's performance on the CSPS before the DWP made its award to the outsourcing firm to provide HR, finance, and payroll services to the DWP, the Ministry of Justice, the Home Office, and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
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#student-loans
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Pressure mounts on Starmer to fix student loans as MPs launch inquiry

Parliament's Treasury select committee launches inquiry into student loans system fairness, examining whether graduates face unfair terms and excessive taxation on repayments.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

MPs launch student loans inquiry amid perfect storm' for young people in UK

Young adults in the UK face compounding economic pressures from student loans, housing costs, inadequate pensions, and AI-related job threats, prompting a Treasury select committee inquiry into student loan reform.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Pressure mounts on Starmer to fix student loans as MPs launch inquiry

Parliament's Treasury select committee launches inquiry into student loans system fairness, examining whether graduates face unfair terms and excessive taxation on repayments.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

MPs launch student loans inquiry amid perfect storm' for young people in UK

Young adults in the UK face compounding economic pressures from student loans, housing costs, inadequate pensions, and AI-related job threats, prompting a Treasury select committee inquiry into student loan reform.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Inquiry into student loans launched by MPs

MPs are launching an inquiry into student loans due to widespread dissatisfaction over repayment terms, particularly regarding the frozen threshold for Plan 2 loans in England.
#lord-mandelson
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Politics latest: Outraged' minister says Mandelson should donate 75,000 payout

A government minister demands Lord Mandelson donate his £75,000 US ambassador severance to charity, while Starmer faces scrutiny over Mandelson's appointment due to undisclosed Epstein connections revealed in Cabinet Office due diligence files.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Chris Mason: Some nuggets but no huge revelations in first batch of Mandelson files

Released documents about Lord Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador reveal disputes over his Epstein connections but lack conclusive evidence, with key correspondence withheld pending police investigation.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Politics latest: Outraged' minister says Mandelson should donate 75,000 payout

A government minister demands Lord Mandelson donate his £75,000 US ambassador severance to charity, while Starmer faces scrutiny over Mandelson's appointment due to undisclosed Epstein connections revealed in Cabinet Office due diligence files.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Chris Mason: Some nuggets but no huge revelations in first batch of Mandelson files

Released documents about Lord Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador reveal disputes over his Epstein connections but lack conclusive evidence, with key correspondence withheld pending police investigation.
#uk-migration-policy
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Starmer's flagship one in, one out' scheme returning just 12 people a week to France

Sir Keir Starmer's migrant returns scheme averages 12 people weekly to France, far below the promised 50, while facing legal challenges from migrants.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago
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Only 12 migrants a week returned to France under Starmer's one in, one out' policy

UK's migrant returns scheme to France achieves only 12 weekly deportations versus promised 50, with legal challenges from trafficking victims questioning its lawfulness and adequacy of French support services.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Starmer's flagship one in, one out' scheme returning just 12 people a week to France

Sir Keir Starmer's migrant returns scheme averages 12 people weekly to France, far below the promised 50, while facing legal challenges from migrants.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Only 12 migrants a week returned to France under Starmer's one in, one out' policy

UK's migrant returns scheme to France achieves only 12 weekly deportations versus promised 50, with legal challenges from trafficking victims questioning its lawfulness and adequacy of French support services.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Perilous' financial position of NHS trusts laid bare as 780m deficit revealed

NHS trusts collectively ran a deficit exceeding 780 million pounds in 2024/25, forcing health leaders to make difficult choices impacting patient care and potentially resulting in job cuts.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

UK aid often lacks clear priorities and often isn't value for money, watchdog warns

Britain's aid watchdog criticizes the government for managing the UK's international development budget without clear strategy, prioritizing spending targets over development goals and redirecting poverty-fighting funds to domestic refugee support.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Leading disability charities issue warning about Motability cuts

Seventy charities urge the government to reconsider planned cuts to the Motability scheme, warning disabled people will face barriers to employment, education, medical care, and independent living.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Why the hell did Starmer pick Mandelson? The latest mug on the media round had no idea | John Crace

A Cabinet minister was hastily assigned to defend Peter Mandelson's controversial appointment on morning media, armed only with talking points about the prime minister's apology and lacking substantive explanation for the rushed vetting process.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer may face more resignations after release of Mandelson WhatsApp messages, say sources

Further ministerial resignations are expected when additional Peter Mandelson WhatsApp messages are released, with officials examining communications from current and former senior government figures.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

There is no denying Labour is in crisis but in a strange way, Keir Starmer is equipped to save it | Zoe Williams

Labour faces internal tension between pursuing left-wing values and right-wing electoral victory, with greater risk from left-wing voter defection than Reform competition.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Minister defends PM's handling of Mandelson appointment

A senior minister defended Sir Keir Starmer's handling of Lord Mandelson's US ambassador appointment despite acknowledging government damage, citing reforms to power structures after accepting a mistake.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

'I was pursued for fraud for having two council jobs at once'

Remote work has enabled some public sector employees to secretly hold multiple full-time jobs simultaneously, leading to fraud investigations and contract terminations when discovered.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Threats against female MPs having chilling effect' on women in public life, minister says

Threats against female MPs are deterring talented women from entering public life, prompting the government to announce new security measures and a national threat assessment centre for elected representatives.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Celebrity dog trainer sues government for 8m over HS2 upheaval

A dog training business owner seeks £8 million compensation from the UK government after his kennels were compulsorily acquired for the HS2 high-speed rail project.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Several Labour MPs in talks with Greens about defecting to the party, sources say

Several left-wing Labour MPs are negotiating potential defections to the Greens, seeking electoral guarantees and attracted by the party's perceived radicalism under leader Zack Polanski.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Sons were suspects in almost one in five killings of UK women in last year, study shows

Nineteen women killed by their sons in the past year represent the highest matricide rate in 16 years of UK data, with mental health collapse, substance abuse, and housing insecurity identified as contributing factors.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Mandelson papers reveal a prime minister who would rather not hear from dissenting voices | Gaby Hinsliff

Peter Mandelson's appointment as Washington ambassador proceeded despite Cabinet Office warnings about reputational risks, revealing a Downing Street operation dismissive of civil service due diligence.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Labour workers' rights law could hit Gen Z jobs hardest, retailers warn

The Employment Rights Act risks reducing flexible and entry-level job opportunities for young workers, potentially worsening Britain's youth unemployment crisis.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

I've lost friends since joining Reform, says Lord Offord

Malcolm Offord, a former Conservative peer turned Reform UK Scotland leader, lost friendships over his defection to Nigel Farage's party but views it as a necessary sacrifice for his political cause.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Asylum appeal backlog doubles in a year, Home Office statistics show

Asylum appeal backlogs doubled to over 80,000 cases in a year, with average wait times reaching 63 weeks, undermining the government's pledge to close asylum hotels by 2029.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

New Green MP calls for tolerance and inclusivity in first Commons speech

Four weeks ago today I was in college, a plumber learning how to plaster, and today I'm in parliament, as an MP. And being here is the honour of my life. But I don't want this to be unusual or exceptional. I truly believe that anyone doing a job like mine should get a seat on these benches.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago

Restore Britain surges in political betting with 100,000 members - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Restore Britain have been firmly backed to win an overall majority at the next general election. Rupert Lowe's party were backed by 71% of bets this week; the newly founded party's odds have tumbled from 80/1 into 20/1 as punters rally behind them.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

'Horrifying' situation sees convicted sex offenders among criminals free to work as paramedics

Weak legal regulation of paramedics is being blamed for a "horrifying" situation where criminals, including at least eight known convicted sex offenders, are free to work as paramedics. A confidential report seen by the Irish Independent confirms the Health Minister was informed of the issue in September 2025, but did not respond until a second "urgent" letter was delivered on December 10, 2025.
UK politics
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Whitehall drops 100K to keep airport model from crashing

The module is part of the National Aviation Passenger Allocation Model, or NAPAM, which forecasts passenger airport choices. It consists of about 10,000 lines of code written in a Microsoft .NET C++ environment with Excel used for data input and output. It carries out iterative calculations until these hit a set value such as an airport's maximum number of passengers.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Gerry Adams was leader of IRA, ex-police officers tell high court

Two former RUC officers testified in court that Gerry Adams led the Provisional IRA, contradicting his denial of IRA membership, in a case where three injured bombing victims seek damages from him.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Enoch Burke's behaviour on trip to hearing precipitated prison transfer, High Court hears

Enoch Burke, a jailed anti-transgender teacher, was transferred from Mountjoy to Castlerea Prison due to behavioral concerns during court escort, resulting in loss of enhanced regime status.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

It's too late don't delete anything': Inside a government inquiry

The Independent provides free, accessible journalism across major issues including reproductive rights, climate change, and tech accountability, funded by reader donations rather than paywalls.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Overseas 'content farms' creating political deepfakes uncovered

I don't think you'll find a politician who hasn't had this done to them... to say it out loud makes me feel quite sad. Several Welsh politicians told the BBC about their experiences as victims of deepfakes, highlighting the widespread nature of AI-generated manipulated content targeting elected officials across the UK political landscape.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Why Populists Are Winning and How to Beat Them by Liam Byrne review a surprisingly original prescription

Liam Byrne's book attempts to address rightwing populism by advocating centrist deference to populist voters, but this approach lacks persuasiveness given populist voters are often motivated by factual myths rather than legitimate grievances.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Rachel Reeves accepts valid' criticism against major Budget tax hike

Chancellor Rachel Reeves acknowledges valid criticisms of increased employer national insurance contributions while defending the policy as necessary for funding public services and NHS improvements.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Labour MP tells parliament she waited 1,088 days for her rape case to reach court

A Labour MP disclosed her rape and 1,088-day wait for trial while opposing government plans to restrict jury trials in criminal cases.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Peers vote to scrap non-crime hate incidents

UK peers voted to abolish non-crime hate incidents, acts motivated by hostility based on protected characteristics that don't constitute criminal offences.
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