Starmer's 'robotic' first PMQs performance draws criticism
New Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced his first PMQs while battling a heavy cold, delivering what critics called a 'monotonous' performance that lacked energy and conviction.
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Gove questions Labour over Tommy Robinson meetings
Cabinet Minister Michael Gove challenges Labour to clarify alleged meeting with far-right activist Tommy Robinson during heated parliamentary debate over extremism definition.
Reeves launches brutal attack on Tory economic chaos
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered a devastating critique of Conservative economic management, accusing the government of leaving Britain's finances in tatters after 14 years in power.
Hegseth ends Pentagon women's advisory committee
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has disbanded a key Pentagon advisory committee focused on women's service, sparking immediate backlash from lawmakers and advocacy groups.
Commons Speaker accused of bias in Gaza ceasefire vote
Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle faces fury from MPs after altering parliamentary procedure to allow a vote on a Labour amendment regarding a ceasefire in Gaza, sparking accusations of bias and creating a major Westminster crisis.
Farage accused of stoking 'hate for foreigners' in ILR row
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faced fierce criticism in Parliament after suggesting migrants with indefinite leave to remain shouldn't feel secure, sparking accusations of divisive rhetoric from Labour MPs.
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.
Speaker halts Duncan Smith's China claim in Parliament
Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle halts former Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith for accusing a minister of being 'influenced by the Chinese government', citing a breach of parliamentary rules.
Commons Speaker in crisis over controversial China vote decision
Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle is under intense scrutiny after a controversial decision to allow a vote on an amendment regarding China's treatment of the Uyghur minority, sparking fury from MPs and raising questions about parliamentary procedure and d
Israel's £1.60 Laser Defence Shoots Down Missiles
Israel has revolutionised missile defence with its new 'Light Shield' laser system, capable of intercepting threats for a mere £1.60 per shot—a fraction of the cost of existing Iron Dome rockets.
UK's Submarine Spending Scandal: Billions Wasted
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering cost of Britain's submarine programme while revolutionary drone technology offers a fraction of the cost. Defence experts question spending priorities.
France pushes 30% cap on UK parts in EU defence fund
Paris proposes a 30% ceiling on the value of British-made components in EU defence projects, a move seen as a direct challenge to UK's defence industry and a new Brexit clash.
Labour MPs rebel against Starmer's Mandelson Foreign Office role
Keir Starmer faces Labour rebellion as backbenchers oppose rumoured diplomatic role for Peter Mandelson. MPs warn former minister's appointment would be 'deeply inappropriate' given controversial history.
Ex-Military Chief: Bureaucracy Delaying MOD Reform
A former head of the British Army, General Lord Dannatt, delivers a scathing critique, warning that remote meetings and bureaucratic inertia are dangerously delaying the Ministry of Defence's modernisation and preparedness.
Labour's Commons Shake-Up: Phillipson & Powell Appointed
Labour Leader Keir Starmer appoints Bridget Phillipson as Shadow Leader of the Commons and Lucy Powell as Shadow Commons Culture Secretary in a strategic pre-election reshuffle.
AUKUS Submarines Plagued by Critical Vulnerabilities
Exclusive: A damning parliamentary report reveals the $368bn AUKUS submarine programme is plagued by severe technological and workforce risks that could leave Australia's future fleet exposed.
UK's £1.2bn AUKUS Shipyard Investment for Nuclear Subs
The UK and Australian governments commit £1.2bn to modernise Henderson Shipyard, positioning it as a cornerstone of the AUKUS nuclear submarine programme and safeguarding thousands of skilled jobs.
MPs condemn Asda app over high-cost staff loans
A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.
US Police Denied UK Parliament Access in Security Alert
A major security protocol was triggered at the UK Parliament after two US police officers attempted to gain access without proper authorization, raising serious concerns about parliamentary security.
Tory Minister Skips Accessible Transport Debate in 'Shameful' Snub
Transport Minister Anthony Browne faces scathing criticism after skipping a crucial parliamentary debate on accessible transport, leaving disabled passengers and fellow MPs furious.
MPs Wear Wheat Badges in PMQs Farming Protest
MPs across the House of Commons united in wearing wheat sheaf badges during PMQs to highlight the severe challenges facing British farmers and to demand government action.
SNP MP demands MPs be allowed to bring children to Commons
SNP's Kirsty Blackman challenges archaic parliamentary rules, urging for a modernised Commons that allows MPs to care for their young children while representing constituents.
Quentin Letts' 'Istanbul Brothel' Jibe at Labour's Phillipson
Parliamentary sketch writer Quentin Letts delivers a blistering critique of Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson's hairstyle and performance during a heated PMQs exchange, drawing bizarre comparisons to a 'black satin curtain in an Istanbul broth
MPs Using ChatGPT for Speeches: Tugendhat's Security Warning
Senior Conservative Tom Tugendhat reveals MPs are using ChatGPT to draft speeches and parliamentary questions, raising serious concerns about national security and the integrity of British democracy.
Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.
Prank Call Triggers Major Westminster Security Overhaul
Exclusive: A major security review is underway in the House of Commons after a prank caller posing as a government official successfully bypassed protocols, raising serious concerns about parliamentary safety.
House of Commons bans mobile phones after disruptive prank
The House of Commons has imposed a strict ban on mobile phones in the public gallery following a major security breach caused by loud prank noises, sparking a debate over security and public access in Parliament.
Rayner accuses Tories of 'class war' in fiery PMQs clash
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner launched a blistering attack on the Conservative government, accusing them of waging a 'class war' and failing working people during a fiery PMQs clash with Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch.
Met Police Chief Faces Parliament Ban Over Gaza Protest Handling
Exclusive: Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley could be barred from Parliament after Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle's unprecedented move, citing safety concerns over Gaza vote chaos.
MP Apsana Begum reveals domestic abuse ordeal in Commons
Poplar and Limehouse MP Apsana Begum delivers powerful personal account of coercive control and survival, calling for greater awareness and support for victims.
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