Assisted dying bill will not now become law, say both sides

The journey of the Assisted Dying Bill through Westminster has been a contentious one, highlighting the profound ethical, moral, and practical complexities inherent in such a proposal. Initially introduced by…

Sir Ed Davey defends Lib Dem councils raising charges and taxes

Sir Ed highlighted the relentless upward trajectory of household expenses as the primary concern he was hearing from the public. He specifically cited soaring petrol and diesel prices, spiralling energy…

Two hereditary peers allowed to keep ceremonial roles

The individuals at the heart of this unique exemption are Edward Fitzalan-Howard, the 18th Duke of Norfolk, who holds the inherited royal title of Earl Marshal, and Lord Carrington, the…

Mandelson personal phone messages requested for files release

The Cabinet Office, the department responsible for supporting the Prime Minister and Cabinet, is currently in the advanced stages of preparing to release thousands of official files. These documents are…

King’s Speech to take place days after key May elections

King Charles III is set to deliver the King’s Speech on May 13, marking the ceremonial State Opening of Parliament and outlining the government’s legislative agenda for the upcoming session.…

Britain now ‘ready’ to seize Russian shadow fleet ships, Healey says

The breakthrough follows months of intricate legal and operational preparations, culminating in Prime Minister’s approval on Thursday for the military measure. While a legal basis for boarding sanctioned vessels was…

Chris Mason: How will the UK respond to US court verdict on social media?

Some critics of the tech giants are already calling this social media’s "big tobacco moment," a pivotal juncture reminiscent of the decades-long legal and public health battles waged against the…

Reform’s Offord backed by MSP as John Swinney condemns crude joke

The incident in question dates back to a London Scottish rugby club dinner in 2018, where Malcolm Offord, then serving as the club’s chairman, made a highly offensive remark during…

Streeting queries police dropping McSweeney phone theft inquiry

Morgan McSweeney, formerly Sir Keir Starmer’s influential chief of staff, recently resigned from his post last month amidst an escalating political row. This controversy centers on his involvement in the…

UK teenagers to trial social media bans and digital curfews

The trial involves approximately 300 teenagers whose digital habits will be meticulously observed and analyzed. Participants will be divided into distinct groups: some will have their social media applications entirely…