2025 Local Elections: Key Dates and Voter Eligibility Explained
On Thursday 1 May, select regions across England will head to the polls to elect new councillors and mayors. These local elections mark the first since the general election in…
Badenoch Criticizes Government Over Handling of Grooming Gangs
Kemi Badenoch has criticised the government for failing to honour its commitment to establish five local inquiries into grooming gangs, following a previous pledge. The Conservative leader stated that Sir…
Is Welsh Labour Distancing Itself from Keir Starmer?
As the countdown begins to the next Senedd election, is Welsh Labour approaching a pivotal moment? There is growing sentiment within the party that UK Labour may not fully comprehend…
Labour Stands by Net-Zero Agenda Following Blair’s Critique
The government has reiterated its commitment to net-zero objectives following Sir Tony Blair’s assertion that efforts to curb fossil fuel use are “doomed to fail,” calling for a fresh course…
Minister Deems Scrutiny of Supreme Court Gender Ruling ‘Unacceptable’
The Justice Secretary has stated that challenging the legitimacy of the Supreme Court is “absolutely unacceptable” following its decision that the term “woman” is defined by biological sex. Appearing before…
MPs’ Standards Commissioner Investigates Reeves’ Theatre Tickets Disclosure
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is currently under investigation by Parliament’s standards commissioner for failing to declare complimentary theatre tickets within the required deadline. The Chancellor reportedly attended the National Theatre over…
Additional Kneecap Performances Canceled Following ‘Kill Your MP’ Controversy
Three additional Kneecap concerts have been called off in Germany. This development follows the revelation that a video showing a band member advocating for violence against MPs is under review…
2025 Local Elections: Polls Set to Open Across England
Voters are preparing to cast their ballots in a series of local and mayoral elections taking place across parts of England on Thursday. Elections will be held for 24 of…
Milkshakes and Lattes May Fall Under Proposed Sugar Tax
The sugar levy currently imposed on carbonated soft drinks may soon be broadened to include pre-packaged milkshakes and lattes, according to new government proposals. Officials are seeking public feedback on…
New Law Bars Sex Offenders From Seeking Asylum Rights
The UK government has announced that asylum seekers convicted of sexual offences will be barred from remaining in the country. Currently, those sentenced to over a year in prison, as…