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Humza Yousaf to stand down and warns over Elon Musk's UK election threat

Humza Yousaf plans to leave frontline politics, citing concerns over Elon Musk's influence in UK elections and hoping to inspire future public servants.
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Nigel Farage, man of the people, welcomes his latest billionaire to Reform

Nigel Farage capitalizes on public discontent, gaining traction over the struggling Tory and Labour parties in the UK.

How Funny Is Britain's Labour Government?

Rosie Holt uses satire to navigate and critique political landscapes, especially during significant elections like the recent UK general election.

A year on, how the Hamas attack has profoundly affected UK political life

Shockat Adam's election signifies a shift in UK political sentiment, driven by a growing pro-Palestine movement amidst ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Liz Truss claims she would have done better than Rishi Sunak at general election

Truss claims she would have improved Conservative election results if she had remained in power. Her tax policies could have countered Reform UK.

Starmer's popularity hits record low as voters turn on Labour after 100 days

Sir Keir Starmer's approval ratings have fallen sharply, reflecting public disappointment with the Labour government's early actions.

When's Nigel coming back?' Farage absence looms large over Reform UK conference

Reform UK's party conference showcased pledges on tax cuts and immigration control.
Absence of Nigel Farage looms over Reform UK party conference.

Nigel Farage, man of the people, welcomes his latest billionaire to Reform

Nigel Farage capitalizes on public discontent, gaining traction over the struggling Tory and Labour parties in the UK.

How Funny Is Britain's Labour Government?

Rosie Holt uses satire to navigate and critique political landscapes, especially during significant elections like the recent UK general election.

A year on, how the Hamas attack has profoundly affected UK political life

Shockat Adam's election signifies a shift in UK political sentiment, driven by a growing pro-Palestine movement amidst ongoing conflict in Gaza.

Liz Truss claims she would have done better than Rishi Sunak at general election

Truss claims she would have improved Conservative election results if she had remained in power. Her tax policies could have countered Reform UK.

Starmer's popularity hits record low as voters turn on Labour after 100 days

Sir Keir Starmer's approval ratings have fallen sharply, reflecting public disappointment with the Labour government's early actions.

When's Nigel coming back?' Farage absence looms large over Reform UK conference

Reform UK's party conference showcased pledges on tax cuts and immigration control.
Absence of Nigel Farage looms over Reform UK party conference.
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#labour-party

UK general election polls open as millions of voters make their final decision

Labour party predicted to win big majority in UK elections.

U.K. election: Labour set to thump long-ruling Conservatives

Labour, under Starmer's leadership, is projected to win a significant number of seats in the upcoming elections despite challenges in the economy and a tumultuous political landscape.

Does Reform UK's election success signal a far-right future for Britain?

Nigel Farage's political project peaked, Labour triumphed, Tories suffered a great defeat, and a minor party led by a right-wing populist made significant gains in the UK elections.

Starmer to say he's changed' Labour as party rules out raising income tax or NI

Labour will not raise income tax or national insurance if elected, focusing on fully costed and funded promises for public services.

Keir Starmer pledges to slash sky high' migration numbers

Keir Starmer promises to reduce immigration numbers significantly if Labour wins the election.

We are going to keep our manifesto pledges' says Starmer amid tax rise reports

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer reaffirmed commitment to manifesto pledges despite potential tax increases in upcoming budget.

UK general election polls open as millions of voters make their final decision

Labour party predicted to win big majority in UK elections.

U.K. election: Labour set to thump long-ruling Conservatives

Labour, under Starmer's leadership, is projected to win a significant number of seats in the upcoming elections despite challenges in the economy and a tumultuous political landscape.

Does Reform UK's election success signal a far-right future for Britain?

Nigel Farage's political project peaked, Labour triumphed, Tories suffered a great defeat, and a minor party led by a right-wing populist made significant gains in the UK elections.

Starmer to say he's changed' Labour as party rules out raising income tax or NI

Labour will not raise income tax or national insurance if elected, focusing on fully costed and funded promises for public services.

Keir Starmer pledges to slash sky high' migration numbers

Keir Starmer promises to reduce immigration numbers significantly if Labour wins the election.

We are going to keep our manifesto pledges' says Starmer amid tax rise reports

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer reaffirmed commitment to manifesto pledges despite potential tax increases in upcoming budget.
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#cybersecurity

Poor security let hackers access 40 million voters' details

Personal details of millions of UK voters were left vulnerable to hackers due to inadequate security measures. Software updates and password changes were neglected, leading to data breach.

Dowden guarantees UK elections will be safe from Chinese cyber attacks

UK ensures safe elections from cyber attacks, sanctions China-linked hackers.
UK aligns with US against Chinese cyber threats.

Poor security let hackers access 40 million voters' details

Personal details of millions of UK voters were left vulnerable to hackers due to inadequate security measures. Software updates and password changes were neglected, leading to data breach.

Dowden guarantees UK elections will be safe from Chinese cyber attacks

UK ensures safe elections from cyber attacks, sanctions China-linked hackers.
UK aligns with US against Chinese cyber threats.
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Sunak rejects Farage's offer of electoral deal with Reform party

Rishi Sunak rejects a deal with Nigel Farage, emphasizing a vote for Reform is a vote for Labour, positioning only him or Keir Starmer as potential Prime Ministers.
#conservative-party

Farage yanks UK Conservatives toward populism, giving the GOP a peek at its future

Nigel Farage aims to create a new populist force in the UK by leveraging the upcoming general election.

Civil war, what civil war? The so-called Tory moderates never even put up a fight | Rafael Behr

Hope is not a strategy for the Conservative party in the UK elections.

UK general election live: Rishi Sunak says Labour would cause irreversible damage within 100 days'

Rishi Sunak defends UK's progress under Conservative leadership, acknowledges recent challenges
Warning from Oliver Dowden about Russian interference in the UK elections

From Battle Bus' to Tactical Voting': Understanding the Terms of the U.K. Election

UK elections have unique political terminology blending tradition and modernity.

The Observer view on the Tories: A chance to pass judgment on 14 years of misrule

Conservative MPs stepping down indicates lack of confidence in party leadership and a historic defeat in the upcoming election.

Tory MP tells voters to back Reform so Lee Anderson can return to Westminster

Conservative MP faces calls for expulsion after endorsing Nigel Farage's Reform party.
Tory party infighting intensifies, with potential impact on upcoming elections.

Farage yanks UK Conservatives toward populism, giving the GOP a peek at its future

Nigel Farage aims to create a new populist force in the UK by leveraging the upcoming general election.

Civil war, what civil war? The so-called Tory moderates never even put up a fight | Rafael Behr

Hope is not a strategy for the Conservative party in the UK elections.

UK general election live: Rishi Sunak says Labour would cause irreversible damage within 100 days'

Rishi Sunak defends UK's progress under Conservative leadership, acknowledges recent challenges
Warning from Oliver Dowden about Russian interference in the UK elections

From Battle Bus' to Tactical Voting': Understanding the Terms of the U.K. Election

UK elections have unique political terminology blending tradition and modernity.

The Observer view on the Tories: A chance to pass judgment on 14 years of misrule

Conservative MPs stepping down indicates lack of confidence in party leadership and a historic defeat in the upcoming election.

Tory MP tells voters to back Reform so Lee Anderson can return to Westminster

Conservative MP faces calls for expulsion after endorsing Nigel Farage's Reform party.
Tory party infighting intensifies, with potential impact on upcoming elections.
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Young people in the UK: what are the most important general election issues for you?

The Guardian is seeking input from young UK residents under 30 on their voting priorities for the 2024 general election.

In an increasingly unstable world, Britain can't afford to isolate itself from its allies | David Miliband

Foreign policy not a focus in UK elections
UK needs to understand its global position and power
#northern-ireland

Unionists under pressure to keep seats ahead of UK general election

Pro-British DUP facing competition from Alliance Party and Sinn Féin in Northern Ireland's 18 seats in upcoming UK elections.

Northern Ireland's DUP leader Donaldson steps down after sex offence charges

Jeffrey Donaldson stepped down as leader of Northern Ireland's largest unionist party due to historic sexual offense charges.
His resignation plunged the Democratic Unionist Party into uncertainty ahead of U.K. elections, impacting Northern Ireland's political landscape.

Unionists under pressure to keep seats ahead of UK general election

Pro-British DUP facing competition from Alliance Party and Sinn Féin in Northern Ireland's 18 seats in upcoming UK elections.

Northern Ireland's DUP leader Donaldson steps down after sex offence charges

Jeffrey Donaldson stepped down as leader of Northern Ireland's largest unionist party due to historic sexual offense charges.
His resignation plunged the Democratic Unionist Party into uncertainty ahead of U.K. elections, impacting Northern Ireland's political landscape.
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UK elections 'unaffected' by China's cyber-interference

China's unsuccessful attempt to undermine UK elections confirmed by UK's deputy prime minister.
UK and US officially cite China's state-sponsored cyber aggression incidents in 2021.

What is voter ID and why is it controversial?

Voter ID now required for certain elections in the UK.
Different forms of accepted photographic ID listed for UK elections.

Britain's democracy under threat from Chinese cyber attackers, government warns | Computer Weekly

Chinese cyber attacks targeted UK voters and senior politicians
Calls for increased sanctions against China are expected.
#voting-rights

I'm voting in the general election after 40 years abroad'

Around two million British expats living abroad over 15 years can now vote in UK general elections.

Millions of overseas Brits now eligible to vote in UK general elections

3.5 million Britons living overseas can now vote in UK general elections, following a change in the law.
The change is the most significant expansion of the electorate since 1928.

I'm voting in the general election after 40 years abroad'

Around two million British expats living abroad over 15 years can now vote in UK general elections.

Millions of overseas Brits now eligible to vote in UK general elections

3.5 million Britons living overseas can now vote in UK general elections, following a change in the law.
The change is the most significant expansion of the electorate since 1928.
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UK election debate: what are Sunak's and Starmer's attack lines likely to be?

Both leaders, Sunak and Starmer, prepare for their first election debate, aware of the impact, with previous debates showing significant shifts in poll numbers and perceptions.

Stats watchdog criticises PM's 2,000 tax claim

The UK's statistics watchdog criticizes PM over misleading tax burden claims during the general election.

Traders remain cautious - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Sterling appreciates due to positive market sentiment amid UK elections.

From red wall to King's Speech, UK elections have a vocabulary all their own. Here's what to know

Understanding the distinct vocabulary and symbolism used in the United Kingdom elections provides insight into the political landscape.

31%: The jump in food prices irking UK voters as they go to the polls

Voters in the UK prioritize cost of living issues as they head to elections, discontent over living standards drives potential power shift from Conservatives to Labour.

What is the first past the post voting system used in UK elections?

First-past-the-post system in UK elections means winners take all while critics argue votes are not accurately represented in the House of Commons.

Brexit Still Haunts the UK as Conservatives Flail Before the General Election

Elections in the U.K. are brief and relatively inexpensive compared to the U.S.

This AI politician is competing in UK general elections to reshape traditional democracy

AI Steve, the first AI candidate in UK elections, aims to involve locals in policy creation and validation for a more democratic approach.
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