Lib Dems win Zetland by-election after Reform controversy
Alison Barnes, a familiar face in the Zetland community, clinched the seat, garnering just over 50% of the votes cast. Her success returns her to the council chambers, having previously…
John Healey refuses to give timescale on Ajax after soldiers left vomiting.
The Defence Secretary, John Healey, has declined to provide a definitive timeline for the conclusion of investigations into the profoundly troubled Ajax armoured vehicle programme. This refusal comes amidst mounting…
Chagossians trying to resettle on islands defy removal order
The four determined Chagossians made landfall on a secluded part of the archipelago on Monday, following an arduous sea voyage from Sri Lanka. Their audacious objective was clear: to establish…
Chagos Islands: Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK
Writing on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump declared unequivocally that "this land should not be taken away from the UK," warning that such a transfer would be "a…
John Swinney was told of Peter Murrell charges weeks before they became public
Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, received advance notice of criminal charges against Peter Murrell, the former chief executive of the Scottish National Party (SNP) and husband of ex-First Minister Nicola…
Ex Reform UK members form new group on Kent County Council.
Seven former Reform UK councillors on Kent County Council have officially united under a new political banner, forming an inaugural group for Restore Britain. This significant realignment within local politics…
Reform plans to keep UK’s budget watchdog
The decision to back the OBR represents a crucial step for Reform UK in solidifying its economic credibility. Just last January, Nigel Farage, in an interview with The Telegraph, had…
Reform UK names Robert Jenrick as pick for chancellor
Jenrick’s transition to Reform UK and his subsequent elevation to shadow chancellor represents a dramatic shift in his political career, which had previously been rooted firmly within the Conservative Party.…
Councils face ‘uphill struggle’ to be ready for elections by May
Initially, Local Government Secretary Steve Reed had sanctioned delays for elections in 30 English councils, pushing them back until 2027. This controversial move was justified by ministers who argued that…
Keir Starmer orders investigation into Labour Together claims.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has initiated a Cabinet Office investigation into serious allegations surrounding Labour Together, a prominent Labour-aligned think tank instrumental in his ascent to leadership. The move follows…
















