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Pothole Map Shames Labour Councils as Worst Performers
A new government map reveals Labour-run councils are failing worst on pothole repairs. See the traffic light ratings ahead of May's crucial local elections.
Reform Councils 'Worst at Fixing Potholes'
New government data reveals a quarter of Reform-led councils received the worst 'Red' rating for road repairs. Discover which areas are failing motorists and the £7.3bn funding pledge.
Farage Rally Defends Leader Against Historic Racism Allegations
Nigel Farage's Reform UK rally in London saw supporters dismiss historic racism claims as a 'smear campaign'. Exclusive report on the event's merchandise and political defence. Read more.
Starmer's Cabinet plots poll comeback with cost of living focus
Keir Starmer rallies his first Cabinet of 2026, focusing on the cost of living crisis. Chief of staff Morgan McSweeney cites international political revivals as a blueprint for Labour's recovery.
Farage: We'll fight Labour's Brexit reset 'all the way'
Nigel Farage pledges to battle Keir Starmer's EU realignment, warning it surrenders sovereignty. Reform UK also readies a court challenge over delayed local elections. Read the full story.
Reform's flagship council plots 4% council tax rise
Kent County Council, won by Reform UK in 2025, proposes a 3.99% council tax increase despite election pledges to cut taxes. Opposition brands it a 'total betrayal'. Read the full story.
Reform's flagship council plots 4% council tax rise
Kent County Council, won by Reform UK in 2025, plans a 3.99% council tax increase despite election pledges to cut taxes. Opposition brands it a 'total betrayal'. Read the full story.
Reform UK's flagship council plans 4% council tax hike
Kent County Council, Reform UK's flagship authority, proposes a 3.99% council tax rise, breaking election promises. Average Band D households face a £67.47 annual increase. Read the full story.
Celebrities Who Swapped Showbiz for Politics
From Katie Price to Donald Trump, discover the TV and reality stars who made the leap into the political arena. See who won power and who fell short.
Supermarkets Could Help UK Shoppers Eat More Local Fish
A new study reveals UK supermarkets could improve diets and support local economies by shifting from imported 'big 5' fish to sustainable, nutritious local catches like sprats and sardines.
Five women save local Kent pub from demolition
Meet the 'Forester Five' who saved their 19th-century Deal pub from developers. Their story is a beacon of hope as UK pubs close at an alarming rate. Read their inspiring journey.
Starmer pledges to remain Labour leader in 2026
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer insists he will still be in No 10 by 2027, despite backbench discontent, as he launches a new pitch to voters focused on easing the cost of living crisis.
Pakistan health worker defies family to run for local office
Naushaba Roonjho was told to stop studying at 17. Now, after years of polio vaccination and health work, she is campaigning for political office in Pakistan's Sindh province to champion girls' education and clean water.
Health worker Naushaba Roonjho runs for office in Pakistan
After years of community work in family planning and polio vaccination, Naushaba Roonjho is campaigning for local elections in Pakistan's Sindh province, determined to improve girls' education and basic services.
Welsh Communities Turn from Labour to Reform and Plaid
Exclusive report from the South Wales valleys where economic despair is fuelling a historic political shift. Labour faces a catastrophic defeat in May's Senedd elections as voters turn to Reform UK and Plaid Cymru. Read the full analysis.
Lord Offord aims to lead Reform UK in Scotland
Former Tory minister Lord Malcolm Offord confirms he wants to lead Reform UK in Scotland ahead of the Holyrood elections, aiming to oust the SNP. Read his exclusive interview.
Reform Leader's New Year Speech Slams UK Gloom, Promises Change
Reform UK leader targets economic woes and 'fanatical' net zero in Greenwich speech, pledging to make Britain a crypto hub and restore national pride ahead of crucial 2026 elections.
5 Characters in Every UK Community Facebook Group
From the Lost Cat Crusader to the Planning Permission Protester, we explore the quintessential personalities that define Britain's local Facebook groups. Discover who's in your neighbourhood feed.
Labour optimistic for 2026 as parties target local elections
Labour chair Anna Turley expresses confidence for 2026 despite polling dips, as all Westminster parties prioritise May's crucial local and devolved elections. Read the full analysis.
UK calls for Suu Kyi release amid Myanmar sham elections
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper urges Myanmar's junta to free Aung San Suu Kyi, detained for 27 years, as UN condemns violent, unfree elections. Read the UK's full response.
Labour Could Deny Millions Vote by Cancelling Elections
A polling expert warns Labour may delay local elections fearing a wipeout, with Reform UK poised to gain. Millions in Essex, Hampshire, and elsewhere could be affected. Read the full analysis.
May 2026 Vote Could Decide Starmer's Future, Expert Warns
A polling expert warns Labour faces heavy losses in May 2026 elections, potentially deciding Keir Starmer's future. Badenoch's position may be shored up by London gains.
Reform's Council Chaos Reveals Future Government Risks
After winning 677 council seats, Reform UK's local government experiment faces infighting, scandal, and policy U-turns. What does this mean for their national ambitions?
Lib Dems: Election delay breaches voters' rights
The Liberal Democrats accuse Labour of unlawfully postponing local elections, breaching voters' rights, but cannot confirm their own councils will hold votes. Read the full story.
Reform UK's Kent Council in Hypocrisy Row Over Adviser Hire
Reform UK councillors in Kent vote to spend thousands on political assistants despite budget crisis and pledges to cut waste. The move sparks accusations of hypocrisy. Read the full investigation.
Local elections delayed to 2027, sparking democratic concerns
The government is postponing May's local elections, with some councils unchanged for seven years. Critics call it a democratic outrage that could hinder Reform UK's momentum. Read the full analysis.
Local Elections Could Be Delayed in 63 Council Areas
The government is consulting 63 council areas on postponing local elections until 2027, citing reorganisation pressures. Opposition accuses Labour of being 'scared of voters'. Read the full story.
Labour accused of 'running scared' over election delays
Keir Starmer faces accusations of undermining democracy as Labour invites 63 councils to postpone local elections. Critics say the move, affecting 10 million voters, is a political ploy to limit losses. Read the full story.
Reform's Kent Council reveals £60m budget deficit
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, projects a £60 million deficit for 2026-27, with warnings it could worsen. Discover the impact on council tax and public services.
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