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Reform UK Would Axe Northern High-Speed Rail Schemes

Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.

Labour's Next Deputy Leader: The Race Begins

The contest to become the next Labour Deputy Leader is officially on. Discover the frontrunners, the key policy battlegrounds, and what it means for the future of Keir Starmer's government.

Labour Civil War: Starmer and Rayner Face Left-Wing Fury

Sir Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner face a major rebellion from the Labour left after a controversial decision to block left-wing candidates from standing for Parliament, sparking accusations of a 'purge' and threatening party unity.

Starmer's Ruthless Cabinet Reshuffle Reshapes Labour

Prime Minister Keir Starmer executes a sweeping Cabinet reshuffle, ousting key figures and promoting allies in a decisive move to assert his authority and shape the future of the Labour government. Our in-depth look at the winners, the losers, and the str

Starmer's Crisis Reshuffle Amid 'Disastrous Start'

Sir Keir Starmer executes a dramatic cabinet reshuffle, ousting key ministers in a move allies call a recognition of Labour's 'disastrous' beginning. The shake-up comes amidst internal migration policy fury and with Nigel Farage waiting in the wings.

UK Economic Crisis as Borrowing Costs Soar to 10-Year High

Britain faces a severe economic storm as government borrowing costs hit alarming highs, sparking fears of a fiscal crisis. Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting pressure amid market turmoil and Labour's internal reshuffle.

Starmer Shakes Up Whitehall to Curb Treasury Power

Prime Minister Keir Starmer launches a radical restructuring of Number 10, aiming to decentralise power from the Treasury and reclaim control over domestic policy direction. The move signals a dramatic shift in how Downing Street operates.

London Tops UK Chart for Cycling Commutes

New data reveals London leads the UK in cycling to work, with a 7% surge in bike commutes. Discover the boroughs driving this green transport boom and the government's active travel strategy.

England's Coastal Towns: Paradise Lost for Young Residents

A startling investigation reveals the harsh realities of growing up in England's picturesque seaside towns, where economic decline, poor transport, and mental health crises create a 'perfect storm' for young residents.

Government Scraps Great British Railways Plan

Plans for the flagship Great British Railways body have been officially abandoned by the UK government, marking a major reversal in post-Brexit rail reform and sparking fury from industry leaders.

Reeves Poised to Overhaul Dreaded Council Tax

Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is on the verge of announcing the most significant local government finance reform in a generation, aiming to axe the widely criticised council tax and replace it with a fairer property levy. This seismic shift promises

English Rail Fares to Soar by 4.9% in 2025

Millions of rail passengers in England are bracing for an inflation-busting fare rise of up to 4.9% next year, adding hundreds of pounds to annual season tickets amidst a deepening cost of living crisis.

Westminster in 'Rail Power Grab' Row with Scotland and Wales

The UK government faces a furious backlash from Scottish and Welsh ministers over its plans to centralise control of Great British Railways in Westminster, bypassing devolution settlements and sparking a major constitutional row.

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