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fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Labour falls into fourth place behind Greens weeks before crunch local elections

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

There may be no NHS if Nigel Farage becomes prime minister, warns Wes Streeting

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the potential threat to the NHS from Reform UK policies.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Councils slammed as hundreds of employees found to earn more than the Prime Minister

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and local government salaries without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Police to review complaint over Farage's free energy bills competition

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
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4 days ago

Cuts in international aid mean investing in development has never been more important

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and global aid reductions, emphasizing the need for support to maintain reporting integrity.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

I was right about increasingly unpredictable and dangerous' Trump, Polanski says

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Labour falls into fourth place behind Greens weeks before crunch local elections

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

There may be no NHS if Nigel Farage becomes prime minister, warns Wes Streeting

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the potential threat to the NHS from Reform UK policies.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Councils slammed as hundreds of employees found to earn more than the Prime Minister

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and local government salaries without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Police to review complaint over Farage's free energy bills competition

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Cuts in international aid mean investing in development has never been more important

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and global aid reductions, emphasizing the need for support to maintain reporting integrity.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

I was right about increasingly unpredictable and dangerous' Trump, Polanski says

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
#labour-party
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Take heart, Keir Starmer Australia's PM faced similarly dim prospects, and he triumphed | Tim Soutphommasane

Labour faces significant challenges, but the success of Australia's Labor Party under Albanese offers a potential model for recovery.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Take heart, Keir Starmer Australia's PM faced similarly dim prospects, and he triumphed | Tim Soutphommasane

Labour faces significant challenges, but the success of Australia's Labor Party under Albanese offers a potential model for recovery.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
13 hours ago

What I Learned at the Liberal Convention as Carney Clinches His Majority | The Walrus

The Liberal Party of Canada, under Mark Carney, emphasizes pragmatism and has secured a majority government following the 2025 election.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
8 hours ago

The GOP Needs Discipline, Gets Trump's Chaos Instead

Republicans aim to maintain congressional control in 2026, focusing on affordability messaging amidst various distractions and challenges.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

What you need to know as Hillingdon heads into local elections

Hillingdon is the second-largest and one of the greenest boroughs in Greater London, with a rich history and diverse demographics.
Germany politics
fromwww.thelocal.dk
1 day ago

Danish PM opens up government negotiations to centre-right parties

Mette Frederiksen is negotiating with right-wing parties to form a centrist government after an ultimatum from Lars Lkke Rasmussen.
#nhs
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Sarwar puts NHS at heart of Scottish Labour's election pitch

Improving the NHS is the central focus of Scottish Labour's campaign ahead of the Holyrood election.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Voting for populist parties in local polls will put NHS at risk, says Streeting

Voting for populist parties in upcoming elections could jeopardize the NHS, according to Wes Streeting.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Sarwar puts NHS at heart of Scottish Labour's election pitch

Improving the NHS is the central focus of Scottish Labour's campaign ahead of the Holyrood election.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Voting for populist parties in local polls will put NHS at risk, says Streeting

Voting for populist parties in upcoming elections could jeopardize the NHS, according to Wes Streeting.
#strait-of-hormuz
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Starmer says UK will not support US blockade of Strait of Hormuz

UK will not support US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the need to reopen the vital waterway for global oil supplies.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Starmer says UK will not support US blockade of Strait of Hormuz

UK will not support US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the need to reopen the vital waterway for global oil supplies.
#keir-starmer
Dining
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

In the UK, Keir Starmer has few fans. I learned that in China it's a very different story | Martin Rowson

Keir Starmer's popularity in China surged after his visit, where he embraced local culture and cuisine.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Starmer says he's fed up' with Trump and Putin's actions pushing up energy bills for Britons UK politics live

Keir Starmer and Donald Trump discussed restoring shipping through the Strait of Hormuz following a ceasefire in the Middle East.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Starmer says he is fed up' with Trump and Putin's impact on UK energy costs

Keir Starmer criticizes Trump and Putin for their impact on British energy costs and condemns Israel's strikes on Lebanon.
Dining
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

In the UK, Keir Starmer has few fans. I learned that in China it's a very different story | Martin Rowson

Keir Starmer's popularity in China surged after his visit, where he embraced local culture and cuisine.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Starmer says he's fed up' with Trump and Putin's actions pushing up energy bills for Britons UK politics live

Keir Starmer and Donald Trump discussed restoring shipping through the Strait of Hormuz following a ceasefire in the Middle East.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Starmer says he is fed up' with Trump and Putin's impact on UK energy costs

Keir Starmer criticizes Trump and Putin for their impact on British energy costs and condemns Israel's strikes on Lebanon.
#journalism
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Farage under increasing pressure to sack Tice over allegations he failed to pay tax

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

UK could align with EU single market rules under new legislation

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and plans for UK legislation to align with EU rules without full parliamentary scrutiny.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Farage under increasing pressure to sack Tice over allegations he failed to pay tax

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

UK could align with EU single market rules under new legislation

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and plans for UK legislation to align with EU rules without full parliamentary scrutiny.
#defense-spending
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Local elections profile: Greenwich

Greenwich is a historic borough in south-east London known for its naval connections, green spaces, and diverse population.
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

Mark Carney's Liberals secure majority, calling it Canada's time to come together'

Mark Carney stated, 'This is a time to come together so we can build a Canada strong for all,' emphasizing the need for bipartisan collaboration and ambition in the coming months.
Canada news
fromIrish Independent
15 hours ago

Motion of confidence in Government gets underway in Dail; Danny Healy-Rae refuses to say how he will vote

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald stated that the Government is 'utterly disconnected, utterly incompetent' and has 'aggravated and escalated the level of protest.'
Europe politics
London
fromianVisits
1 day ago

Tickets Alert: A chance to visit 10 Downing Street's back garden

The ballot for public tours of the private gardens at 10 Downing Street is now open until May 5, 2025.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Viktor Orban inspired rightwingers across the EU and in Britain. His defeat could represent a turning of the tide | Polly Toynbee

European liberal democratic values triumphed in Hungary, defeating the populist-nativist right and weakening authoritarian forces across Europe.
#reform-uk
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Reform UK local election candidate was twice disciplined by Tories over racist comments'

Reform UK candidates face scrutiny over past offensive comments and conspiracy theories as council elections approach.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Drip feed of Reform UK controversies puts party's policy drive in shade

Reform UK faces significant internal issues, including high attrition rates and controversial statements from candidates.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on Britain's religious right: using and abusing faith in the pursuit of power | Editorial

Reform UK's policy aims to prevent church conversions to mosques, exploiting cultural division for political gain despite rare occurrences of such conversions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Nige and Zia set out plan to send Boriswave' traitors to the gulag

Nigel Farage reflects on Viktor Orban's departure and discusses immigration issues during a Reform UK press conference, highlighting dwindling audience interest.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Reform UK local election candidate was twice disciplined by Tories over racist comments'

Reform UK candidates face scrutiny over past offensive comments and conspiracy theories as council elections approach.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Drip feed of Reform UK controversies puts party's policy drive in shade

Reform UK faces significant internal issues, including high attrition rates and controversial statements from candidates.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
17 hours ago

UK conscription warning over Labour plan to extend call-up to over-65s - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Opponents of the idea claim that any expansion of eligibility for national service-style schemes to older age groups would represent a significant shift in defence policy and could raise practical and ethical questions about fitness, capability and operational effectiveness.
UK politics
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UK politics
fromnews.bitcoin.com
11 hours ago

UK Opposition Urges Watchdog to Probe Nigel Farage's Crypto Dealings

Liberal Democrats requested FCA to investigate Nigel Farage's cryptocurrency activities, citing potential market abuse and conflicts of interest.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Lib Dems call for inquiry into Farage Bitcoin deal

Liberal Democrats urge investigation into Nigel Farage's cryptocurrency promotion for potential market abuse.
fromwww.bbc.com
22 hours ago

Welsh Liberal Democrats to unveil manifesto for next Senedd election

Jane Dodds has promised to protect the NHS by investing 300m in social care, extra help for childcare, and to ensure that 'not a penny' is spent on moves towards Wales leaving the United Kingdom.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
23 hours ago

Chris Mason: How Lammy and Vance's unlikely friendship is being leveraged

David Lammy's relationship with US officials is leveraged for discussions on international conflicts despite ongoing tensions with Donald Trump.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Farage makes 2m bitcoin purchase as he backs Kwarteng's cryptocurrency firm

Nigel Farage's Reform UK party is actively engaging with the cryptocurrency sector, including significant bitcoin purchases and pledges to liberalize the market.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
13 hours ago

Jenrick demands emergency fuel VAT cut as pressure mounts on Reeves - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

People are suffering right across the country. Everyone is finding life challenging at the moment. A temporary VAT cut could reduce the cost of fuel by around 13p per litre for petrol and 16p for diesel.
UK politics
fromBitcoin Magazine
16 hours ago

UK Lawmaker Calls For Probe Into Nigel Farage's Bitcoin Ties

Daisy Cooper urged the Financial Conduct Authority to investigate Nigel Farage over his involvement with bitcoin treasury firm Stack BTC, following a promotional video where Farage executed a £2 million bitcoin purchase on its behalf.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

Lib Dems call for GP guarantee on new housing developments

"Too often new developments don't come with the services and infrastructure they need. Our policy would get new or expanded GP surgeries up and running to serve new developments, right from the moment the first homes are sold."
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Messy and unpredictable: What I learned from election tour of the UK

Next month's elections in Scotland, Wales, and local councils will significantly test public opinion ahead of the 2024 general election.
#conservative-party
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Tories pledge to scrap carbon taxes on industry

The Conservative Party plans to eliminate carbon taxes to protect jobs in energy-intensive industries.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

We're quietly chirpy': some Tories glimpse ray of hope, but others see abyss at May elections

The Conservative party faces significant electoral challenges despite some optimism among its members, particularly in upcoming local elections.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Tories only party with a plan, says Badenoch as she launches election campaign

Kemi Badenoch launched the Conservative local election campaign, claiming her party is the only one with a plan to fix Britain through welfare cuts, reduced business rates, and 10,000 new police officers.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Tories pledge to scrap carbon taxes on industry

The Conservative Party plans to eliminate carbon taxes to protect jobs in energy-intensive industries.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

We're quietly chirpy': some Tories glimpse ray of hope, but others see abyss at May elections

The Conservative party faces significant electoral challenges despite some optimism among its members, particularly in upcoming local elections.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Tories only party with a plan, says Badenoch as she launches election campaign

Kemi Badenoch launched the Conservative local election campaign, claiming her party is the only one with a plan to fix Britain through welfare cuts, reduced business rates, and 10,000 new police officers.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

The UK is now willing to undermine British institutions to protect Israel

His decision to step down was prompted by what he described as the political and media frenzy surrounding the ban on Israeli fans of Maccabi Tel Aviv from their team's match with Aston Villa in Birmingham. Days earlier, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood publicly stated that she had lost confidence in Guildford's leadership after sustained political and media pressure; it was the first time in two decades a home secretary has done so.
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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Anas Sarwar asks voters in Scotland to give Labour five years to fix SNP's mess'

Anas Sarwar urges voters to give Labour five years to address issues caused by the SNP, promising tax cuts and more affordable homes.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Tice 91,000 tax row is 'minor administrative error', party claims

Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice's property company faced scrutiny for failing to pay tax before dividends, labeled a minor error by his party.
#uk-politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Conservatives vow to outlaw council four-day week

A Conservative government plans to ban council staff from a four-day workweek for full pay, citing value for money concerns.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

NHS questions dominate election leaders' programme

Welsh NHS faces a crisis with high waiting lists and newly qualified paramedics urged to seek jobs abroad.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Is the Trump-Starmer bromance over?

The unexpected relationship between Trump and Starmer has evolved, showcasing both initial success and recent tensions in UK-US relations.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Bexley voters mull choice between shades of blue

Voters in Bexley face a choice between the Conservatives and Reform UK, with local issues influencing their decision.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Scottish Conservatives pledge tax cuts in election manifesto

Scottish Conservatives plan to cut income tax and raise the personal allowance to benefit taxpayers and pensioners.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trussonomics still haunts parties' economic promises in run-up to UK local elections | Phillip Inman

Local and regional elections in the UK reveal extravagant spending promises from various parties, often funded by cuts or borrowing without clear economic consequences.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Remove VAT from energy bills for three years, Tories urge

The Conservatives propose removing VAT from energy bills for three years to alleviate living costs amid rising energy prices due to the Middle East conflict.
#local-elections
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign

May's local elections are viewed as a referendum on Sir Keir Starmer's leadership by Nigel Farage and Reform UK.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
UK politics

Ed Davey accuses Reform UK and Tories of importing Trump-style divisive politics'

Ed Davey criticizes divisive politics and emphasizes community-focused solutions for local elections, particularly addressing energy bill support for middle-income families.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign

May's local elections are viewed as a referendum on Sir Keir Starmer's leadership by Nigel Farage and Reform UK.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ed Davey accuses Reform UK and Tories of importing Trump-style divisive politics'

Ed Davey criticizes divisive politics and emphasizes community-focused solutions for local elections, particularly addressing energy bill support for middle-income families.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month 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.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month 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.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Ministers offer Tories more peers to end hereditary bill standoff

Ministers offer increased life peerages to Conservatives as compromise to pass legislation abolishing remaining hereditary peers from the House of Lords.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Conservatives pledge to boost defence spending by bringing back two-child benefit cap

The Conservative Party plans to reinstate the two-child benefit cap and redirect the estimated £3.2 billion annually to defence spending and deficit reduction if elected.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Tories call for rethink of Parliament revamp

The Conservatives are calling for a proposed renovation of the Houses of Parliament to be paused and "refocused" over concerns about costs potentially running into the tens of billions. MPs have been presented with proposals to refurbish the ailing Palace of Westminster, including a plan that could cost almost 40bn and take 61 years to complete. The project team has warned delaying the restoration of the historic building, which costs 1.5m a week to maintain, would lead to "an expensive managed decline of the Palace".
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Tory kicked out of party for 'talking to Reform'

James Evans has been removed from the shadow cabinet and had the whip withdrawn making him an independent, Tory Senedd leader Darren Millar has said. Millar said he did so on Tuesday morning "after being informed by James that he was continuing to engage with Reform representatives about the possibility of defecting to the party in spite of his personal assurances on Friday that he had rejected an approach they initiated last week".
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Welsh Tory leader's staff defect to Reform on eve of conference

Two senior aides to the leader of the Welsh Conservatives defected to Reform UK days before the party conference.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

New party Advance UK unveils by-election candidate

Nick Buckley, an author and YouTuber, will represent right-wing party Advance UK in the Gorton and Denton by-election, focusing on reducing knife crime and anti-social behaviour.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Triumphant Tories might miss Robert Jenrick more than they think they need the voters he represents | Henry Hill

Jenrick's defection risks encouraging Tory complacency and retreat to a comfort zone, undermining pressure for change and strengthening Kemi Badenoch's leadership.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Farage effect is starting to wear off': Readers say Reform slump is helping Badenoch

The Independent relies on reader support to fund on-the-ground, paywall-free journalism that reports across the political spectrum on issues from reproductive rights to Big Tech.
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