UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Children’s charities urge Keir Starmer to scrap the two-child benefit cap, with polls showing broad voter support, including among swing voters. As reported by The Guardian, Labour-aligned organisations and children’s welfare charities are stepping up demands for
Albania (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer announced plans for international return hubs for failed asylum seekers, marking a new approach after scrapping the Rwanda deportation scheme. As reported by The Independent, formal talks have begun in the UK to send failed
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy urged Vladimir Putin to engage in serious talks as Europe considers new sanctions amid the escalating Ukraine conflict. As reported by The Independent, David Lammy has urged the Russian president to “get
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Keir Starmer pledged to lower migration but rejected a fixed cap, unveiling new rules aimed at reducing pressure on housing and public services. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour leader Keir Starmer assured the public
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, along with G7 counterparts, has called for de-escalation between India and Pakistan amid rising tensions. As reported by The Standard, Mr Lammy has urged immediate de-escalation between India and Pakistan to prevent
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer’s US trade deal sparks backlash over fears of substandard beef imports, despite government reassurances on food safety standards. As per The Telegraph, farming groups have sparked concern over an influx of low-grade American beef. The
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Following Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ tax changes, double cab pick-ups are now treated as company cars, leaving some drivers with increasing £8,000 yearly costs. As reported by GB News, Rachel Reeves‘ new tax rules on double cab pick-ups
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The IMF slashed the UK’s 2025 growth forecast, blaming President Trump’s tariffs, rising inflation, and energy costs, which will impact growth more than Europe. The International Monetary Fund has downgraded Britain’s economic forecast, warning that the UK
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Equalities Minister Bridget Phillipson says trans women should use male toilets, urging businesses to provide unisex options after the Supreme Court ruling. As reported by The Independent, the Equalities Minister has stated that trans women must use
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pays tribute to Pope Francis as a servant of the poor, whose humble leadership brought hope in times of war and suffering. As reported by The Standard, Keir Starmer called Pope Francis
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK candidate Sarah Pochin supported targeted winter fuel aid, clashing with Nigel Farage and Reform UK’s stance against Labour cuts to the allowance. As reported by The Independent, Reform UK’s by-election candidate backed means testing winter
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK leader Nigel Farage supports US chlorinated chicken imports, comparing it to pre-washed salads already found in UK supermarkets. As reported by The Guardian, with Reform UK poised to win the highest number of seats, Nigel
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK’s growing support in Scotland may benefit the SNP by further dividing the pro-Union vote, according to top pollster John Curtice. As reported by the Daily Record, a leading pollster believes the rise in support for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MPs oppose £5bn benefit cuts, rejecting proposed disability payment changes and demanding evidence before backing the legislation. As reported by the Guardian, dozens of Labour backbenchers, firm in their opposition to a £5 bn benefits cut, say
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rachel Reeves seeks to ease US-UK trade strains during her Washington visit, while the ECB cuts rates in response to Trump’s aggressive tariff hikes. Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to visit Washington next week for UK-US trade discussions,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British govt faces backlash over stalled adult social care talks, as Liberal Democrats cite months-long delays and lack of urgency on reform. As reported by The Guardian, ministers face criticism over inaction, as essential talks to build
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rupert Lowe, an ex-Reform UK MP, has filed defamation claims against Nigel Farage, Lee Anderson, and Zia Yusuf, alleging their bullying accusations were false. As reported by The Guardian, Rupert Lowe, the former Reform UK MP suspended
US (Parliament Politics Magazine) – US Vice President JD Vance warns no trade deal unless UK repeals hate speech laws, urging Starmer to back Trump’s free speech stance to secure US-UK agreement. As reported by The Independent, insiders close to JD Vance
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer delays holiday to attend an emergency session of Parliament focused on saving British Steel, amid concerns over the Scunthorpe plant’s future. As reported by The Independent News, the British Prime Minister has postponed his family
Young people are not registering to vote in anything like the same numbers as last year, a campaign group has warned. In the regulated campaign period for the 2024 local elections, nearly 168,000 applications were made by people under the age of
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK leader Nigel Farage earned £40,000 for a keynote speech at an event by Nomad Capitalist, a firm that helps the wealthy reduce taxes. As reported by The Independent, Mr Farage was paid £40,000 for speaking
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The UK’s first womb transplant baby marks a significant milestone, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting suggesting such procedures could be available on the NHS. As reported by The Independent, the birth of the UK’s first womb transplant
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer faces calls to tone down anti-migrant rhetoric following controversial comments at the International Immigration Crime Summit, from rights groups. As reported by the Guardian, over 130 refugee and human rights organizations have called on Keir
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a judicial review over her move to impose National Insurance hikes on care homes, risking further burden on the NHS. As reported by The Telegraph, care homes are taking legal action against the
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Trump’s tariffs reignite pressure on Keir Starmer to soften Brexit stance as Labour allies push for closer EU ties to support the economy. As reported by The Independent, Labour’s top financial supporters are urging Sir Keir Starmer
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer’s communication director, Matthew Doyle, has resigned, making him the second senior figure to exit within a year. As reported by The Guardian, Matthew Doyle has stepped down after nine months in Number 10. Why did
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Angela Rayner’s employment reforms face backlash over concerns they could impose excessive restrictions on workplace discussions. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour’s workplace speech reforms face backlash amid concerns they could trigger lawsuits over “hurt feelings.” What
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Institute for Fiscal Studies has warned that Chancellor Rachel Reeves may have to tax pensions and wealth if economic conditions worsen. As reported by The Guardian, the IFS suggests that Ms Reeves may need to raise
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledged not to accept free concert tickets after backlash over attending a show with a family member, citing public concerns. As reported by The Guardian, Ms. Reeves stated she will stop accepting free concert
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will co-host a Ukraine summit in Paris, accusing Vladimir Putin of making “hollow” promises in ceasefire talks. According to The Independent, during a high-level summit in Paris, the Labour leader will criticize
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Shadow Minister Victoria Atkins slammed Labour’s economic policies, saying most of the £20bn will go to NI hikes and pay rises instead of frontline services. Victoria Atkins has accused the government of misleading the public on NHS
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends deep spending cuts, citing global uncertainty and fiscal responsibility, but critics warn of impacts on struggling families. As reported by The Guardian, Ms. Reeves justified deep welfare and public spending cuts, pointing to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Wes Streeting condemned the NHS’s reliance on foreign recruits, calling it morally unacceptable, and pledged to focus on training British doctors. As reported by The Telegraph, Wes Streeting has urged the NHS to stop taking advantage of
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves promised £2bn for 18,000 affordable homes, yet questions remain as she faces pressure over potential spending cuts. To address the housing shortage, the government has revealed plans to build thousands of houses across England.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rachel Reeves faced backlash after accepting £276 in free theatre tickets at Christmas, with critics questioning her priorities amid financial concerns. As reported by the Telegraph, reports suggest Rachel Reeves received £276 worth of theatre tickets over
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Keir Starmer has been warned that Putin could exploit the European Court of Human Rights to target British troops in Ukraine. As reported by The Telegraph, Labour has been warned that British armed forces deployed
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK borrowing rose to £10.7bn in February, surpassing forecasts and posing a challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her spring statement. Britain’s borrowing reached £10.7bn in February, exceeding expectations and adding pressure on the Chancellor before
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Health Secretary Wes Streeting says it’s immoral for the NHS to take medical staff from countries in crisis, blaming government failures in workforce planning. Wes Streeting warns that Brexit has forced the NHS to depend on medics
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rachel Reeves plans to unveil the biggest UK spending cuts, targeting billions in Whitehall budget reductions, as economists warn of public service impacts. In next week’s spring statement, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will outline the largest spending reductions
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer advocates for Adolescence to be shown in schools and parliament, highlighting concerns over online influence on youth violence. Labour leader has expressed support for the campaign to screen Netflix’s Adolescence in schools and parliament, citing
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Downing Street rejects welfare reforms driven by fiscal concerns, insisting they are necessary for both moral and economic reasons. Number 10 has rejected claims that ongoing welfare system reforms are motivated by financial difficulties. What did Downing
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK leader Nigel Farage announced 29 councillors joining his party as he attempted to shift focus from party rifts after Rupert Lowe’s suspension. After Mr Farage introduced 29 new Reform UK councillors, it was revealed that
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Nigel Farage backs Keir Starmer’s NHS England scrap plan, calling it “difficult to disagree with,” as PM faces growing backlash from Labour and Tories. Keir Starmer‘s moves to scrap NHS England has garnered appreciation from Nigel Farage,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Health Secretary Wes Streeting has announced the abolition of NHS England, eliminating 10,000 jobs to cut costs and improve efficiency. As reported by The Guardian, Mr Streeting announces the abolition of NHS England, cutting 10,000 jobs to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British food and drink exports to the EU plunged by more than a third since Brexit, with businesses facing mounting challenges from stricter trade rules. New figures reveal Brexit-linked trade barriers have led to a sharp decline
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – MPs raise concerns over Keir Starmer’s plans to scrap NHS England, aiming to cut bureaucracy and redirect funds to frontline services. The British government’s decision to abolish NHS England sparked warnings in the Commons, with MPs warning
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer’s plan to freeze disability benefits sparks major opposition within Labour, with MPs voicing anger over the potential harm to vulnerable people. Sir Keir Starmer faces mounting rebellion within Labour, with numerous MPs expressing concern over
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism for halting Sustainable Farming Incentive applications, amid concerns the move could undermine rural communities. The government’s decision to pause applications for an essential post-Brexit farming scheme sparks outrage, with some describing it
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Keir Starmer assured Labour MPs about the necessity of welfare cuts, addressing concerns over increasing disability benefit costs. The Prime Minister addressed the Parliamentary Labour Party, urging MPs to take a realistic stance as he worked to
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MP Mike Amesbury resigns after assault conviction, triggering a by-election in Runcorn and Helsby, challenging Keir Starmer as Reform UK gains ground. Mike Amesbury’s resignation forced Keir Starmer into his first by-election as prime minister. For
