Labour in panic as Reform surge threatens election plans
Exclusive: Labour deputy leader Lucy Powell reveals deep concerns about Reform UK's growing influence as internal polling shows potential vote splitting catastrophe for Keir Starmer.
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Labour blocks Lucy Powell's deputy leader bid
Former Cabinet Minister Lucy Powell faces rejection as Labour's deputy leader candidate amid internal party power struggles, dealing a significant blow to Sir Keir Starmer's authority.
Labour's Lucy Powell unveils plan to fix broken politics
Shadow Cabinet Office Minister Lucy Powell outlines Labour's radical constitutional reforms to fix Westminster's 'dysfunctional' system and restore public trust in politics.
Labour unveils ambitious education reform plans
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum overhaul, teacher recruitment, and early years investment.
Labour must clarify purpose, warns senior MP Powell
Shadow Leader Lucy Powell issues stark warning that Labour must urgently define its purpose amid concerns voters don't understand what party stands for under Keir Starmer's leadership.
Family seeks £180k 'English gentleman' tutor for boy
A wealthy family is offering an unprecedented £180,000 salary for a full-time tutor to transform their 11-year-old son into a 'modern-day English gentleman' through intensive classical education.
Labour's Powell urges government to drop donor legal action
Shadow leader intervenes as ministers pursue legal proceedings against company linked to major Labour donor, warning of potential political consequences and taxpayer costs.
College Reforms: A Mixed Bag for Further Education
The government's latest post-16 education reforms offer some promise but fall dangerously short on funding and long-term strategy for England's struggling further education colleges.
University of Arizona rejects Trump education compact
The University of Arizona has rejected former President Donald Trump's 'American Dream' compact, joining a growing rebellion against what critics call politically motivated interference in higher education.
Labour demands general election as Tories 'cannot govern'
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell declares the Conservative government 'unable to govern' and calls for voters to decide Britain's future amid political turmoil.
Lucy Powell rejected Starmer's deputy leader offer
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell discloses she turned down the deputy leadership role, preferring to focus on policy development and Labour's renewal beyond Westminster.
A-Levels Face Replacement by New 'V-Levels' System
The UK government is considering a major overhaul of post-16 education that could see A-Levels replaced by a new broader qualification system called 'V-Levels', marking the biggest change to England's education system in decades.
Major GCSE Shake-Up: 'Mickey Mouse' Courses Axed
The UK government announces radical reforms to post-16 education, phasing out low-value qualifications and creating new 'Advanced British Standard' combining A-Levels and T-Levels.
Harman backs Powell for Labour deputy leader role
Former Labour deputy leader Harriet Harman throws her support behind Lucy Powell in what could mark a significant generational shift within the party's leadership structure.
Harman: Labour MP would be suspended if elected Speaker
Senior Labour MP Harriet Harman delivers bombshell warning that her colleague Lucy Powell could face suspension from the party if elected as Commons Speaker, revealing deep internal tensions.
Labour's Powell: Budget timing is 'political stunt'
Shadow culture secretary Lucy Powell condemns the government's budget timing as a cynical election ploy, drawing parallels to Gordon Brown's 1997 pre-election manoeuvres.
Minister's private China meeting sparks security concerns
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch faces scrutiny over private meeting with Chinese official where government policy was allegedly undermined, raising serious national security concerns.
Mass layoffs hit special education department
Exclusive: The Department for Education has announced sweeping cuts to special educational needs support, eliminating 1,100 positions and raising serious concerns about the future of SEND provision across England.
Labour warned against local election complacency
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
Ex-Labour chief advises shadow minister amid China work
Exclusive: Tony Blair's former right-hand man Jonathan Powell engages with Chinese officials while advising Labour's Bridget Phillipson on education policy, raising questions about foreign influence in British politics.
Bridget Phillipson Appointed Education Secretary
Labour MP Bridget Phillipson takes charge of education department as new government begins sweeping reforms. Discover what this means for UK schools and universities.
Vanessa Stoykov rejects private school for son
Wealth education expert Vanessa Stoykov explains her surprising decision to withdraw her son from private education, challenging conventional wisdom about privilege and parenting.
SNP Education Secretary faces fire over misleading school stats
Scottish Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth faces mounting pressure after admitting to providing inaccurate statistics about school closures in Aberdeen, sparking opposition calls for greater transparency in government data.
Jenny Powell's daughter hospitalised for hysterectomy
Jenny Powell opens up about her daughter Connie's sudden hospitalisation and life-changing hysterectomy procedure in an emotional family health update.
Labour deputy leader battle: Phillipson and Powell frontrunners
Keir Starmer orchestrates major Labour Party reshuffle as Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell emerge as frontrunners for deputy leadership position, signalling new political direction.
Labour MP's stark warning: Party can't sugarcoat crisis
Shadow Leader Lucy Powell delivers brutal assessment of Labour's struggles, warning against 'sugarcoating' the party's dire situation amid policy U-turns and internal divisions.
Labour's Powell vows tough AI talks with tech giants
Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell pledges to challenge Big Tech on AI safety and misinformation in exclusive Mirror interview, promising Labour will prioritise public protection over corporate interests.
Why UK vocational training needs more than money
New research reveals that simply pouring money into vocational education won't solve Britain's skills crisis. Discover why deeper systemic reforms are crucial for creating the workforce of tomorrow.
Starmer's Best Friend Reveals Their 20-Year Bond
Shadow Leader of the Commons Lucy Powell opens up about her 20-year friendship with Keir Starmer, sharing intimate details about their bond and how it shapes Labour's political strategy.
Kinnock endorses Lucy Powell for Manchester seat
Former Labour leader Lord Neil Kinnock makes significant endorsement of Lucy Powell in key Manchester constituency, praising her as 'exactly what Britain needs' ahead of crucial election.
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