Reeves: Labour will end austerity in first budget
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves promises to break with austerity economics, vowing no return to 'Tory cuts' while ruling out wealth tax increases in Labour's first budget.
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UK faces backlash over Jamaica deportation flights
The Foreign Office faces mounting pressure as it defends controversial deportation flights to Jamaica while human rights groups highlight serious safety concerns for returnees.
Why Labour must tax wealth, not just income
As Labour prepares for government, experts argue that taxing wealth through mansion levies and council tax reforms could be the key to solving Britain's fiscal crisis without punishing ordinary workers.
Scottish Government 'irresponsible' over recycling scheme
The Scottish Government faces scathing criticism in court over its 'catastrophic' management of a failed recycling deposit scheme that cost taxpayers millions and left businesses in turmoil.
Starmer's First 48 Hours: Cabinet Reshuffle Begins
Exclusive look at how Prime Minister Keir Starmer is wasting no time implementing Labour's vision, with major cabinet appointments and immediate policy actions across government departments.
UK blocks Scottish Government's international offices
The UK Government has rejected a formal request from Scottish Ministers to open international offices, escalating tensions over foreign policy powers and devolved authority.
New Home Secretary Confronts Gaza Arms Export Dilemma
In her first major move as Home Secretary, Bridget Phillipson confronts the government's controversial position on Gaza arms exports, signalling potential policy shifts ahead.
UK pressured to reform Overseas Territories citizenship rules
The heartbreaking death of a British Overseas Territories citizen has ignited urgent calls for reform of UK citizenship laws, with campaigners demanding an end to 'second-class status' for territories residents.
UK troops won't fight in Ukraine, confirms Defence Secretary
In a major policy statement, John Healey confirms UK military personnel won't be deployed to fight Russian forces, despite ongoing support for Ukrainian defence efforts.
Miliband blocks Scotland's green energy scheme
Labour Energy Secretary Ed Miliband halts Scottish government's community energy scheme in major devolution showdown, blocking green projects across Scotland.
Britons trapped in Israel-Palestine conflict seek rescue
Exclusive: British citizens stranded in conflict zones make desperate pleas for evacuation as Scottish Government demands Westminster action on humanitarian corridors.
Great British Railways plan scrapped by government
Plans to create Great British Railways have been officially abandoned after years of delays and political uncertainty, dealing a blow to rail reform efforts across Britain.
China Spy Trial: Labour's Critical Security Test
As Britain confronts a major Chinese espionage case, the Labour government faces its first real test in demonstrating it understands the Beijing threat. Analysis of the political and diplomatic implications.
Starmer attacks PM over "dangerous" China policy inconsistencies
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer launches scathing attack on Conservative China strategy, warning that national security is being compromised by political inconsistency.
Business warns Reeves against budget tax rises
Labour's first major economic test looms as British Chambers of Commerce warns against tax hikes and calls for business-friendly policies in upcoming budget.
Council leaders banned from policy announcements without approval
Exclusive: Council chiefs and public servants across Britain have been ordered to seek government approval before making significant policy statements in dramatic Whitehall power grab.
French PM Lecornu Resigns in Political Shakeup
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has unexpectedly resigned from his position, creating political uncertainty in Paris and raising questions about the future direction of the French government.
Irish PM demands UK apology over Dublin bombing remarks
Taoiseach Micheál Martin calls for formal UK apology after government spokesperson suggested Dublin government 'should have expected' 1974 bombings that killed 26 people.
French PM Lecornu Resigns - Macron's Government in Crisis
France faces political crisis as Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu unexpectedly resigns, creating major challenges for President Macron's administration and sending shockwaves through European politics.
French PM Resigns After Weeks - Major Blow to Macron
In a stunning political development, France's newly appointed Prime Minister Sebastian Lecornu has abruptly resigned, dealing another embarrassing setback to President Emmanuel Macron's administration after recent election losses.
Minister: Radical Islamism creating 'carnival of hatred'
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch delivers powerful speech condemning the 'tolerance of radical Islamism' and warning of growing extremism threatening British values and social cohesion.
Czech populist Babis wins election, coalition talks begin
Populist leader Andrej Babis triumphs in Czech elections as his ANO party emerges victorious, sparking crucial negotiations to form a stable coalition government in Prague.
Dublin Council Defies UK Government on Palestine
Dublin City Council faces Whitehall backlash after voting to fly Palestinian flags and support sanctions against Israel in response to Gaza conflict.
Anna Turley: Farage's policies would decimate Britain
Former Labour MP Anna Turley launches blistering attack on Nigel Farage's political agenda, warning his policies would cause catastrophic damage to Britain's economy and society.
Scotland and Irish county forge historic transport partnership
In an unprecedented cross-border agreement, the Scottish Government has partnered with Ireland's County Donegal to create a revolutionary transport network, with Network Rail providing crucial technical expertise for this international collaboration.
US Government Shutdown Looms as Senate Deadlock Deepens
The United States faces another government shutdown as Senate Democrats and Republicans clash over spending bills, with federal funding set to expire this weekend amid political gridlock in Washington.
Whistleblower exposes HUD housing oversight failures
A federal watchdog investigation reveals systemic failures in HUD's oversight of affordable housing, putting vulnerable tenants at risk across America.
US Government Shutdown Avoided - Jobs Protected
A dramatic eleventh-hour agreement in Congress prevents US government shutdown, protecting thousands of jobs and maintaining economic stability as federal agencies remain operational.
UK officials threaten resignation over Gaza policy
Senior Foreign Office officials consider mass resignation over government's Gaza policy, exposing deep divisions within Whitehall about UK's approach to Israel-Hamas conflict.
UK Coalition Government Recycling Old Policy Ideas
Analysis reveals the UK coalition government is repackaging old policies rather than innovating, raising questions about political stagnation in Westminster.
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