In a surprising twist within the Scottish Conservative Party, allegations have emerged that Douglas Ross, the current leader, plotted to resign over a year ago, intending to install his close ally Russell Findlay as his successor. Senior party figures have recounted a
In the forty-plus years I have been a member of the Conservative Party, the night of the 9th of April 1992 will always be ingrained on my memory. Polls had closed for the general election, and as the results came in, it
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby condemned the exploitation of Christian imagery by far-right groups during recent riots, calling it “an offense to our faith.” In an article for The Observer, he urged Christians to disassociate from such groups, stating they are “un-Christian.”
The Conservative Party is the most effective and successful political organisation in the world. We have formed the government more than any other party in the UK, and we have consistently delivered for the British people thanks to a reputation for good
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK housebuilder Bellway has withdrawn from a £720m takeover offer for its smaller rival Crest Nicholson after months of talks. Why Did Bellway Withdraw from the Crest Nicholson Bid? Bellway stated it “does not intend to
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Londoners raised £3,000 to send road sweeper Paul Spiers on a holiday, but Veolia, his employer, refused the funds due to contract restrictions. Instead, Veolia will donate the amount to charity. Why Did Beckenham’s Fundraising Efforts for
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The US private equity company Blackstone has sold more than 3,000 shared ownership homes to the UK’s biggest private pension fund in a £405m deal, the most delinquent by big investment companies in the UK housing sector.
A systematic review commissioned by the UK Civil Aviation Authority reveals that the risk of allergic reactions to peanuts during commercial flights may be lower than previously assumed. This challenges the common practice of banning nut products on planes, which was mainly
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Downing Street has expressed that the Government’s support for Ukraine “remains unchanged” by the country’s invasion of Russia. What Are the Implications of Ukraine’s Attack on Kursk? On August 6 Ukrainian troops penetrated Russian territory in the
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The number of UK drivers upset with the state of local roads has hit record levels, according to the RAC, as the administration faces pressure to improve the country’s battered infrastructure. What are the main concerns of
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Heathrow Airport has stated it experienced a 90,000 drop in passenger numbers on routes included in a £10 a person government plan. What impact has the £10 ETA fee had on Heathrow’s hub competitiveness? It represented the
In a decisive move to address the recent wave of riots across the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has cancelled his planned holiday, opting instead to remain engaged with ongoing efforts to restore order and public safety. This decision comes in the
