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Tory minister suggests means-testing state pensions

A senior Conservative frontbencher has suggested implementing means-testing for state pensions, potentially stripping payments from older Britons with significant savings in a major welfare system shake-up.

Reform UK defections rock Tory conference

Rishi Sunak faces fresh crisis as Reform UK announces defection of senior Tory councillors during Conservative conference, signalling right-wing rebellion.

Badenoch: Tories must not become Reform UK

Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch delivers explosive speech warning Conservatives against sacrificing principles to Nigel Farage's Reform UK, as party faces existential crisis.

Tory Conference Faces Empty Seats in Manchester

As Conservative ministers gather in Manchester, sparse attendance and public indifference overshadow the party's key policy announcements, raising questions about Tory appeal beyond their core base.

Badenoch invokes Thatcher at Tory conference

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch invokes Margaret Thatcher's spirit in fiery Conservative conference speech, urging party to rediscover radical reforming zeal amid internal divisions.

Tories Unveil Radical Welfare Cuts Plan

The Conservative government announces sweeping welfare reforms that could significantly reduce benefits payments for millions, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.

Tory Conference Explodes Over Welfare and Immigration Clash

The Conservative Party conference descends into chaos as deep welfare cuts collide with controversial immigration policies, exposing major rifts within the party while Labour positions itself as the government-in-waiting.

Tory membership plummets to record low under Sunak

Exclusive analysis reveals Conservative Party membership has collapsed to its lowest level in decades, with activists abandoning ship as Rishi Sunak's government struggles to maintain support.

Tory Mayor: Party Must 'Pull Socks Up' to Survive

In a stunning intervention, West Midlands Mayor Andy Street declares the Conservative Party must urgently reform or face electoral oblivion, criticising infighting and lack of clear direction.

Tory welfare crackdown: Stride unveils benefit cut plans

Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride announces sweeping welfare reforms at Conservative conference, targeting long-term sick and disabled claimants with stricter assessments and potential benefit reductions.

Badenoch's Tax Cut Vision Dominates Tory Conference

Conservative Party Conference 2025 kicks off with Kemi Badenoch's rallying cry for economic growth, tax reductions, and party unity as Tories gather in Manchester to reshape their political agenda.

Tory civil war erupts as Stride and Badenoch clash

Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride faces Conservative party fury after urging members to avoid 'ideological purity' and embrace 'pragmatism' in his conference speech, drawing immediate criticism from Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch.

Badenoch's Last Shot: Tory Conference Crisis

As the Conservative Party gathers for its crucial autumn conference, Kemi Badenoch faces what may be her last opportunity to establish relevance and reshape the party's direction amid internal turmoil and electoral challenges.

Farage's Reform UK Launches 'Contract With Britain'

Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has launched its bold 'Contract with Britain' manifesto, pledging massive tax cuts, a freeze on non-essential immigration, and a direct challenge to the Conservative Party's traditional voter base ahead of the general electi

NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts

Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.

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