Scotland’s first deputy first minister Lord Jim Wallace dies, aged 71.

Lord Jim Wallace, a towering figure in Scottish politics and a beacon of liberal values, has passed away at the age of 71. His death occurred on Thursday following complications…

Do not always send suspended students home, government tells schools

Under the proposed changes, which will form part of broader reforms to the English school system, on-site suspensions are to be used specifically for pupils whose behaviour warrants removal from…

Wales’ first minister Eluned Morgan refuses to support Sir Keir Starmer

Morgan’s comments, made during an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme on Wednesday, underscored a clear message to the Welsh electorate: the Senedd election is not an opportunity for…

Starmer speaks to Burnham after by-election row

Speaking to reporters aboard his plane en route to China, Sir Keir firmly refuted allegations that Burnham had been informed in advance of the party’s intention to block his candidacy.…

UK can’t ignore China, says Keir Starmer ahead of Beijing trip

Sir Keir Starmer has emphatically stated that the UK cannot afford to overlook the substantial economic prospects presented by China, as he prepares to embark on a landmark visit to…

Ground rents to be capped at £250 a year for leaseholders

The comprehensive reforms are slated for publication within the draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill, which is set to be introduced to Parliament on Tuesday. This legislative move follows years…

Starmer defends blocking Andy Burnham from by-election run after backlash

Sir Keir Starmer has robustly defended the Labour Party’s contentious decision to prohibit Andy Burnham, the highly popular Mayor of Greater Manchester, from contesting an upcoming parliamentary by-election. The move,…

Ban phones throughout the school day, Phillipson tells teachers

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has issued a robust directive, instructing all schools across England to implement a comprehensive, school-wide ban on mobile phones for the entire duration of the school…

I joined the Conservatives for the partying, says Kemi Badenoch

Speaking to presenter Lauren Laverne, Badenoch explained that after graduating from university, her friendship group had dispersed "all over the world." In search of new connections and a vibrant social…

Decision time for Labour as Burnham waits to hear if he can stand as MP

The Labour Party’s ruling National Executive Committee (NEC) is poised to deliver a momentous verdict today on whether Andy Burnham, the popular Mayor of Greater Manchester, will be permitted to…