Newspoll Shock: Albanese Slumps as Dutton Gains
Exclusive Newspoll reveals a dramatic slump for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, with Peter Dutton and the Coalition narrowing the gap. Discover the key issues driving voter sentiment.
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NSW Liberals in Crisis After Kiama By-Election Catastrophe
The NSW Liberal Party faces an existential crisis after a catastrophic by-election defeat in Kiama. With a 25% swing against them, questions mount over Mark Speakman's leadership and the party's future direction.
Victorian Liberals in crisis: 'Unite or face oblivion'
The Victorian Liberal Party is on the brink of crisis as internal warfare between moderates and conservatives threatens its viability. The party president issues a stark warning: unite or face electoral irrelevance.
Climate Action: A Legal Duty, Not Charity
A landmark legal ruling establishes that combating climate change is a binding legal obligation for governments, not a voluntary act. This pivotal decision could reshape environmental policy and enforcement across the UK and beyond.
UK to rejoin UN Green Climate Fund under Labour government
In a major environmental policy reversal, the new Labour government announces the UK's return to the UN Green Climate Fund, signalling a renewed commitment to international climate cooperation and global leadership.
Coalition Chaos: Ley Contradicts Dutton in Nuclear Policy Leak
Exclusive: Leaked audio reveals deepening rift within the Coalition as Deputy Leader Sussan Ley contradicts Peter Dutton's nuclear energy plans, sparking internal chaos and leadership tensions ahead of the next election.
Victoria Liberal Director Quits in Women's Council Mockery Scandal
Exclusive: Victorian Liberal Party state director Michael Lean resigns after leaked messages reveal disparaging remarks about the party's own Women's Council, triggering internal turmoil ahead of crucial elections.
Jane Hume on rebuilding trust in the Liberal Party
Shadow Finance Minister Jane Hume speaks candidly about the Liberal Party's path to redemption, internal reforms, and reconnecting with disillusioned voters in a revealing Australian Politics podcast.
Liberal Party's internal struggle over Jacinta Nampijinpa Price
An in-depth analysis of the growing ideological rift within Australia's Liberal Party, centred on Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price and her contentious stance on Indigenous affairs. Discover how this internal conflict is reshaping the party's direction and
The Climate 100: UK's Top Environmental Leaders for 2024
Discover The Independent's definitive ranking of the 100 most powerful and impactful leaders in Britain's climate sector, from policymakers to green innovators shaping our sustainable future.
Liberal Senator's defiant stand on net zero and wildlife
South Australian Liberal Senator Andrew McLachlan launches an impassioned defence of Australia's net zero target and calls for stronger action to protect endangered species, putting him at odds with his own party's climate sceptics.
Politicians underestimate UK public support for climate action
Groundbreaking research exposes a critical misjudgment by UK politicians who significantly underestimate public appetite for bold climate action, creating a damaging 'perception gap' hindering effective policy.
Spain's €3bn Climate Plan: Green Investment & Flight Ban
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announces a sweeping €3 billion investment in green infrastructure and a ban on short-haul flights, positioning Spain as a European leader in the fight against climate change.
Trump White House Orders Purge of Federal Climate Websites
The Trump administration has directed federal agencies to dismantle and archive US government climate change websites, erasing vital public data on global warming, emissions, and clean energy in a sweeping online purge.
Top pandemic doctor Nick Coatsworth joins Liberal Party
Exclusive: Dr Nick Coatsworth, Australia's former Deputy Chief Medical Officer during the pandemic, makes shock move into politics by joining the Liberal Party, signalling a major coup for the opposition.
Nominate Britain's Climate Heroes for The Independent's 2025 List
The Independent is calling for nominations to identify the UK's most influential climate leaders in its prestigious Climate 100 list for 2025. Discover how to put forward environmental pioneers making a tangible difference.
Consultancy group threatens MPs over net zero policy
A shadowy consultancy group has bombarded Liberal MPs with threatening emails, demanding they abandon net zero policies or face consequences, sparking outrage.
David Speirs named SA Liberal leader
David Speirs has been elected as the new leader of the South Australian Liberal Party, promising a fresh direction after a turbulent period for the party.
Starmer urges UK to lead on climate or fall behind
Labour leader Keir Starmer calls for urgent climate policy reforms, warning that the UK risks losing its leadership role in global environmental efforts.
NSW Liberal leader faces leadership crisis amid party turmoil
New South Wales Liberal leader Mark Speakman is under intense scrutiny as internal divisions threaten his leadership. Key MPs voice concerns over party direction.
Tory MPs urged to back Labour climate reforms
Conservative MPs are facing calls to support Labour's ambitious climate policies as internal divisions within the Tory party grow over environmental commitments.
Lib MP warns Coalition over net zero backlash
Liberal MP Simon Kennedy urges the Coalition to heed voter concerns on net zero policies, warning of electoral consequences if ignored.
UN climate chief's 'ludicrous' UK claim sparks fury
Simon Stiell, the UN's climate chief, has faced backlash after suggesting the UK is not doing enough to combat climate change—despite the nation leading global green initiatives. Critics call his remarks 'detached from reality'.
Zoe McKenzie on Liberal Party reform and climate action
Liberal MP Zoe McKenzie discusses the party's need for reform, climate policies, and strategies to regain trust among women voters in Australia.
Coalition leaders clash over net zero emissions targets
Internal divisions within Australia's Coalition government escalate as Barnaby Joyce and Michael McCormack publicly feud over net zero emissions policies, exposing deep rifts in the Liberal-National alliance.
Lammy: Davey 'ducking responsibility' on Gaza
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy criticises Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey for his position on Gaza, calling it a failure of leadership.
Tasmania Election Battle Amid SA Algal Bloom Crisis
The latest updates on Tasmania's heated election campaign, Labor and Liberal strategies, and the environmental crisis unfolding in South Australia due to a severe algal bloom.
Albanese Under Fire as Labor Support Collapses in New Poll
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the Labor Party face a dramatic drop in voter support, sparking speculation about the future of his leadership. Read the latest analysis.
Tasmania election delivers another hung parliament
Tasmania faces another hung parliament as both major parties vie for crossbench alliances following a snap election. Political uncertainty looms as negotiations begin.
Abbott and Ley clash over Liberal Party future
Former PM Tony Abbott and senior Liberal MP Sussan Ley engage in a heated public dispute over the party's future, exposing deep divisions within the ranks.
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