Mandelson’s lawyers say his arrest was due to ‘baseless’ flight claims
On 23 February, Lord Mandelson was arrested at his London home on charges of misconduct in public office and later released on bail pending further investigation. His lawyers said the arrest was made…
By-election: Reform member suspended for racist and misogynistic social media posts
Reform UK has suspended a campaign figure in the Gorton and Denton by-election, which they hope to win, after reported social media posts containing racist and misogynistic remarks. Adam Mitula, said to be…
Local council elections reinstated after government U-turn
Thirty English councils are scrambling to reinstate local elections after the Government reversed plans to delay them until 2027. The ballots, affecting more than 4.5 million voters, will now go ahead on 7…
Many Londoners to vote tactically to stop Nigel Farage becoming PM
New YouGov polling suggests large numbers of Londoners are prepared to vote tactically at the next general election to prevent Nigel Farage becoming Prime Minister. The survey indicates that in several potential Reform…
Tommy Robinson announces rally to unite UK 'under God'
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson has announced plans for a new ‘Unite the Kingdom’ rally in central London, promoting the theme 'Four Nations. One Kingdom. Under God.' In a promotional video, Christian language and…
Peru: congress ousts president after four months
There is continuing political instability in Peru after congress removed interim president José Jerí only four months after he was appointed. Secret meetings with businessmen and allegations of influence-peddling triggered public outrage and…
Latest vetting row raises fresh concerns over Starmer's judgement
A fresh political row has raised new questions about Keir Starmer’s judgment following controversy over the appointment of Lord Matthew Doyle to the House of Lords. Former Downing Street communications director Tim Allan…
Are Starmer’s days as PM numbered amid fury over Mandelson?
Labour MPs have warned that Keir Starmer’s leadership is under serious threat following intense backlash over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the USA. Fury erupted after Starmer admitted he was…
Union threatens Labour after Andy Burnham blocked from by-election
Fresh divisions have emerged within the Labour party after the decision to block Andy Burnham from standing in a parliamentary by-election in Greater Manchester. The move, approved by Labour’s National Executive Committee, has…
Jenrick sacked by Tories, defects to Reform UK
Robert Jenrick’s political journey has taken another dramatic turn after his sacking from the Conservative shadow cabinet and his decision to align himself at once with Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party. Long known…
