Tories Vow £50bn Defence Fund from Green Projects
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces a £50 billion Sovereign Defence Fund, repurposing money from Labour's climate initiatives to bolster UK military readiness. Read the full plan.
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Reeves Denies North Sea Job Loss Figures
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
UK Inquiry to Probe Iran in Scottish Independence Debate
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Fugitive in Thames after water bottle clue reveals London hideout
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Switzerland votes on mandatory national service for women
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum that could compel women to undertake national service, a move testing European views on civic duty during the Ukraine war.
Swiss Vote: Women in National Service?
Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.
Brexit Failed on Immigration and Economy, Poll Reveals
New analysis reveals Brexit's failure to control immigration or boost the economy. With 57% of voters wanting to rejoin the EU, calls grow for a public inquiry into Brexit's management.
Reeves: No Scottish independence vote even with SNP win
Chancellor Rachel Reeves states there will be no second Scottish independence referendum, even if the SNP wins a Holyrood majority. Scottish ministers call it 'astonishing arrogance'.
Reeves rules out Scottish independence referendum
Chancellor Rachel Reeves states there will be no second Scottish independence referendum, even if the SNP wins a Holyrood majority, sparking accusations of arrogance from the SNP.
United Ireland Vote Must Avoid Brexit Chaos, Warn Experts
Leading journalists Fintan O’Toole and Sam McBride warn political establishments are unprepared for a potential Irish unity referendum, urging serious debate to prevent another Brexit-style crisis.
Missouri grassroots campaign challenges gerrymandering
Missouri citizens launch historic petition to stop Republican congressional map changes. Discover how voters are using a 1908 constitutional provision to fight political manipulation.
Australia's Push for Republic: Dreyfus Calls for Vote
Former attorney general Mark Dreyfus demands a new Australian republic referendum, as PM Albanese eyes a key EU trade deal at the G20. Follow the latest developments.
Starmer rejects death penalty referendum call
Sir Keir Starmer has dismissed a proposal for a referendum on the death penalty for foreign criminals, stating it 'is not the answer'. Read the full story.
Voice architect reveals why Australians voted No
Exclusive: One of the key architects behind the Indigenous Voice to Parliament reveals the real reasons behind the referendum's failure and launches stunning criticism against Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price.
Starmer refuses to rule out second Brexit referendum
Sir Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure as he declines to exclude another EU referendum, creating Labour divisions and Conservative attack opportunities ahead of potential election.
SNP accused of treating Scottish voters with contempt
Explosive revelations show SNP ministers have consistently prioritised independence over pressing public concerns, leaving Scottish voters feeling betrayed and ignored after years of empty promises.
Brexit Opponents Dine: Can Food Bridge Political Divide?
An intimate look at how two strangers with opposing Brexit views navigated political differences over dinner, revealing whether common ground is possible in today's divided Britain.
Sinn Féin demands Irish unity referendum in five years
Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald declares Irish unity referendum should happen within five years, challenging Irish government to establish parliamentary committee on constitutional future.
Farage admits Brexit campaign claims were misleading
In a stunning revelation, Nigel Farage concedes that Brexit campaign promises on NHS funding and immigration were misleading, while Boris Johnson faces renewed scrutiny over his role.
Poll: Majority would vote to rejoin EU in Brexit reversal
Exclusive polling shows significant shift in British public opinion on Brexit, with growing regret and majority support for rejoining the European Union.
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