Election tie decided by random draw in Worcestershire
In an extraordinary twist of fate, Reform UK and Conservative candidates tied in a crucial local election, with the winner determined by a dramatic random draw procedure.
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Lady Chu wins Westminster council seat after Tory disqualification
Labour candidate Lady Ming Qing Chu secures dramatic victory in Westminster council election after Conservative rival disqualified over nomination form errors, marking significant political shift in traditional Tory stronghold.
Reform UK candidate quits in Kent election setback
Exclusive: Reform UK's campaign in Kent hits turbulence as local candidate pulls out, raising questions about party organisation and leadership stability under Nigel Farage.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
Cardiff Council: Labour loses majority as Reform UK gains seat
In a dramatic political shift, Cardiff Council sees its first Reform UK councillor elected while Labour loses overall control, signalling potential changes in Wales' capital city governance.
Cardiff Council Faces Major Political Shake-Up After Elections
Cardiff Council is set for significant political changes following recent election outcomes, with Labour falling short of majority control. Discover how the new political landscape will shape Wales' capital city.
NHS Bed Blocking Costs £2.6 Billion Annually
Shocking new figures reveal how delayed discharges and social care failures are creating a devastating financial burden on Britain's health service, with thousands of beds occupied by patients who should have been released.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Missing Democrat candidate resurfaces after election defeat
Petros Krommidas, the Democratic candidate who vanished just before local elections, has resurfaced following his party's unexpected defeat in a traditionally safe seat.
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.
Isla Fisher's father Simon Barry runs for council seat
Simon Barry, father of actress Isla Fisher, is campaigning for a seat on East Suffolk Council in the upcoming local elections, bringing a touch of Hollywood glamour to UK politics.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Reform UK wins first council seat in Kent election
Nigel Farage's Reform UK celebrates its first council election victory in Kent, signalling potential disruption to Britain's political landscape ahead of the general election.
Maine candidate pushes 5G COVID conspiracy theories
Justin Cartier, a council candidate in Maine, faces scrutiny after his controversial views linking 5G technology to COVID-19 and opposing ObamaCare surface during his campaign.
Chris Robshaw's wife thanks voters after election triumph
Camilla Kershaw shares emotional gratitude as husband Chris Robshaw wins local council seat in dramatic political shift for former England rugby captain.
Reform UK Council Faces Total Political Blockade
A newly Reform-led council in Basildon faces immediate turmoil as opposition parties vow to block all initiatives, raising concerns about local governance paralysis.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
Trump backs Senate candidates in Nevada and Arizona races
Donald Trump shakes up critical Senate races with strategic endorsements in Nevada and Arizona, as Republicans battle for control of Congress ahead of midterm elections.
Reform UK Launches Trump-Style Boycott of Nottingham Post
Reform UK councillors in Nottinghamshire launch a Trumpian media boycott against the Nottingham Post, accusing it of biased reporting on their first 100 days in power. The dramatic move escalates tensions between the new administration and local press.
OpenAI Bans AI Use for Election Campaigning and Voter Suppression
OpenAI unveils a major policy shift to prevent its AI tools, like ChatGPT, from being misused in democratic processes. The new rules explicitly ban creating chatbots for campaigning, lobbying, and discouraging voting ahead of the 2024 global elections.
Dublin Airport evacuated over major security alert
Dublin Airport was plunged into chaos as a major security alert forced the full evacuation of Terminal 1, causing massive disruption and lengthy delays for travellers during a busy Sunday afternoon.
AI Deepfake Video Sparks Election Interference Fears in Assam
A deepfake video, falsely depicting Muslim clerics calling for voter suppression, has sparked outrage in Assam. The BJP's alleged use of AI raises serious concerns about digital election interference.
AfD Surges in German State Elections as Coalition Parties Slump
In a seismic shift for German politics, the far-right AfD has emerged as a major force in North Rhine-Westphalia's local elections, capitalising on voter discontent with the ruling traffic-light coalition's policies.
Twins Born Seven Weeks Apart in UK Medical Miracle
A mother shares her incredible story of delivering twins seven weeks apart after a rare delayed interval birth, defying medical odds in a groundbreaking UK case.
Gen V Season 2 Release Delayed After Star's Death
Exclusive: The Boys spin-off Gen V faces major production delays as cast and crew mourn the devastating loss of star Chance Perdomo. All filming suspended indefinitely.
Angela Rayner Resigns in Starmer Reshuffle
Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner has dramatically resigned from her shadow cabinet role, as Sir Keir Starmer initiates a major frontbench reshuffle following the party's local election results.
Breakdancer 'Thilly' Runs for Cranford Council on Radical Platform
A former breakdancer known as 'Thilly' is causing a stir in Cranford's local elections with a radical manifesto pledging to tax developers and slash councillor allowances. Discover his unconventional campaign.
Green Party Overtakes Lib Dems in London Assembly Shock
The Green Party has made significant gains in the London Assembly, overtaking the Liberal Democrats and challenging Labour's dominance in the capital, signalling a major shift in the city's political landscape.
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