Tory MP's long suspension sparks Labour reform demands
Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell remains suspended from Parliament after 20-month fraud investigation as Labour plans sweeping reforms to restore public trust in politics.
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WHO demands UK Parliament ban tobacco promotion
World Health Organisation investigation reveals how tobacco firms exploit parliamentary rules for promotion, calling for immediate ban on smoking in Palace of Westminster.
Labour rebellion over Starmer's Gaza stance grows
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts significant internal rebellion as frontbenchers and MPs openly challenge his position on Israel-Gaza conflict, with multiple resignations and protests shaking the party.
Macron reshuffles government to break French political deadlock
French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a new government team in a bold attempt to overcome political paralysis that has gripped France since snap elections left no party with a clear majority.
Pro-Palestine protests banned from Parliament estate
In a dramatic security overhaul, new measures will prohibit pro-Palestine protests from the parliamentary estate following concerns about intimidation and disruption to democracy.
Labour leadership faces Gaza criticism from own MPs
Keir Starmer and Yvette Cooper face mounting criticism from Labour MPs over their response to the Gaza conflict, with growing dissent within party ranks threatening unity.
Diane Abbott admits late £40k earnings declaration
Long-serving Labour MP Diane Abbott faces scrutiny after disclosing £40,000 in earnings 18 months late, blaming overwhelming parliamentary demands for the oversight.
Parliament cleaner sacked over security breach
A cleaner at the Houses of Parliament has been dismissed following a serious security breach, raising concerns about protection protocols within one of Britain's most sensitive political institutions.
Taliban's internet blackout silences Afghanistan
The Taliban's systematic internet shutdown represents a calculated strategy to crush dissent and consolidate power, creating an information vacuum that isolates millions of Afghans from the world.
Starmer rattled by largest Labour rebellion over Gaza
Keir Starmer confronts his most significant internal challenge yet as 56 Labour MPs defy the whip on Gaza ceasefire vote, exposing deep party divisions.
Lammy blasts Poundland over 'pathetic' political mugs
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy launches scathing attack against Poundland's 'Britain Needs a New Government' mugs during parliamentary debate, calling the merchandise 'pathetic' and questioning retailer's political stance.
Labour's Mahmood under fire over £700k think tank role
Labour's Shabana Mahmood faces scrutiny for her role at a think tank that paid her over £700,000 while she served as an MP, raising questions about second jobs and transparency.
Commons nursery provider praises Reform UK in article
Exclusive: The official House of Commons nursery provider faces scrutiny after publishing an article endorsing Nigel Farage's Reform UK conference, raising serious questions about political impartiality in parliamentary services.
Corbyn faces suspension over new party registration
Ex-Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn faces potential suspension from Parliament after registering 'The Jeremy Corbyn Peace and Justice Project' as a political party, triggering a parliamentary standards investigation.
Corbyn and Sultana clash in dramatic Labour split confrontation
Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana engage in a fiery parliamentary confrontation, exposing the deep ideological rift within the Labour movement over the party's future direction and leadership.
Starmer's Human Rights Act Overhaul: Democratic Liability?
Exclusive analysis reveals Sir Keir Starmer's controversial plans to expand the Human Rights Act could trigger a constitutional crisis, empowering unelected judges over Parliament and jeopardising national security.
Man charged in Westminster blackmail scandal targeting MPs
A 46-year-old man from Sussex has been charged with blackmail in connection with an alleged plot targeting Members of Parliament. The investigation involves multiple police forces and has sent shockwaves through Westminster.
Labour Councillor Charged in Westminster Blackmail Scandal
A 28-year-old Labour councillor from Wolverhampton has been charged with blackmail and sending unsolicited messages to MPs and parliamentary staff in a major Westminster scandal.
Liberal MP's shock confession on deputy leader rocks party
In a stunning political revelation, rising Liberal star Andrew Hastie has confessed to harbouring deep-seated reservations about Deputy Leader Sussan Ley, exposing a dramatic rift within the party's ranks and challenging the official narrative of unity.
Black Women Face 'Appalling' NHS Maternity Care Gap
A damning parliamentary report exposes a stark racial divide in UK maternity care, revealing Black women are disproportionately harmed by systemic NHS failures and neglect.
MPs Maul Foreign Office Over Mandelson Scandal Fall Guy
Westminster erupts as Foreign Office officials are brutally interrogated by MPs over the handling of the Lord Mandelson diplomatic row, exposing deep tensions and a search for scapegoats.
Pussy Riot Members Jailed for Anti-War Protest
Two members of the Russian protest group Pussy Riot have been sentenced to prison for an anti-war performance in a Moscow supermarket, amid a continued Kremlin crackdown on dissent over the Ukraine invasion.
Labour's Safe Seat Shake-Up Exposes Democratic Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals how Labour's proposed constituency reform in Knowsley, Liverpool, exposes a deep crisis in British democracy. Discover why safe seats are undermining voter representation and what it means for the future of UK politics.
Tory Government Suffers Humiliating Parliamentary Defeat to Labour
In a stunning parliamentary upset, Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party defeats the Conservative government, signalling a seismic shift in Westminster power dynamics and foreshadowing potential election turmoil for the Tories.
MP Researcher Charged with Spying for China
A parliamentary researcher has been charged with espionage offences for allegedly spying for China, in a major national security breach that has sent shockwaves through Westminster.
Holyrood Spends More Time on Palestine Than Scottish Issues
Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Parliament is spending disproportionate time on international affairs like Palestine while domestic crises in Perthshire, Paisley and across Scotland demand urgent attention. Critics question Holyrood's misplaced pr
Farage Admits Parliamentary Rule Breach Over Trump Event
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces investigation after admitting to violating parliamentary rules by using his taxpayer-funded office for a Donald Trump campaign event. Full details of the breach.
Ghana Parliament Brawl Over Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Halts Vote
Chaos erupted in Ghana's parliament as lawmakers came to blows during a heated debate on a stringent new anti-LGBTQ+ bill, delaying a critical vote and drawing international condemnation.
MPs Demand Urgent Overhaul of Failing Charity Commission
A powerful cross-party committee of MPs has issued a scathing report demanding a major overhaul of the Charity Commission, citing a 'catastrophic failure' in its duty to hold charities accountable and protect public trust.
UK Government Unveils Radical ECHR Reform Plan
The Conservative government has proposed a major overhaul of its relationship with the European Court of Human Rights, aiming to assert parliamentary sovereignty and curb the court's influence over UK law.
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