Rishi Sunak has announced his interim shadow cabinet following a devastating loss for the Conservative Party in the recent general election, which saw them drop to a historic low of 121 MPs after losing 251 seats to Labour. Significant changes in leadership
UK inflation remained at the Bank of England’s target rate of 2% in June, according to the latest official data. While discounts on clothing helped offset higher hotel costs, the overall inflation rate remained unchanged from May, providing some relief after years
As schools break up for summer across the UK, the typical summer weather seems to be on holiday too. July has started off cool and wet, with many parts of England, including East Anglia, the Midlands, and the south-east, already receiving a
London (Parliament News) – Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham calls for a decisive break from austerity and urges early commitments to the Northern Powerhouse from the new administration. What Are Andy Burnham’s Plans for Northern Powerhouse? Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has
London (Parliament News) – Hundreds of pro-Palestine protestors braved the rain in central London, calling on the recently elected Labour government to take step over the situation in Gaza. Photos show proponents of the Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) gathering at Russel Square
London (Parliament News) – Hundreds of refugee and human rights NGOs have penned to Keir Starmer with a blueprint for an asylum approach which urges him to alter course from the policies of the previous government. The letter, which includes signatories from
The Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group announced on Sunday that it launched a drone attack on Mount Hermon in the Israeli-occupied Syrian Golan Heights, where Israel has a key surveillance centre. Hezbollah stated that this was its first bombing since it began engaging
LONDON — The U.K.’s opposition Labour Party has achieved a significant parliamentary majority in the general election, unseating the Conservative Party after 14 years in power. In the early hours of Friday, Labour surpassed the threshold needed to govern independently as outgoing
A Determined and Serious Leader with a Human Side Rachel Reeves, often described as “serious” and “determined,” is the first female Chancellor of the United Kingdom. However, friends and colleagues suggest her public persona doesn’t fully reflect her human side, including her
Housebuilders have rebounded sharply on the London stock market after Labour’s landslide general election success as investors bet that Keir Starmer’s commitment to bulldoze planning traditions and build 1.5m new homes would help the sector. Why did housebuilders see a sharp rebound
London (Parliament News) – Keir Starmer, the new UK PM, pledges stability and unity, emphasizing national renewal and restoring trust in politics. His government aims for public service and addressing social insecurities promptly. New PM Keir Starmer projected himself as a leader
Lisa Nandy has been named the UK Secretary of State for Culture, Media, and Sport by newly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Nandy, who has served as the Member of Parliament for Wigan since 2010, brings significant experience to the role. Prior
