Former Labour Mayor Jamie Driscoll Joins Green Party
Jamie Driscoll, the former Labour North of Tyne mayor, defects to the Greens, citing a party serious about the country's long-term future. This follows a wave of Labour councillor defections.
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Barnaby Joyce joins Pauline Hanson's One Nation party
Former Deputy PM Barnaby Joyce has made a stunning political move by joining Pauline Hanson's One Nation, revealing a new role within the party. Explore the implications for Australian politics.
Leading Tory Peer and Donor Defects to Reform UK
Baron Malcolm Offord, a Conservative peer and major donor, joins Reform UK and will stand for the Scottish Parliament, denting Tory morale. Read the full story.
Tory Peer Malcolm Offord Defects to Reform UK
Lord Malcolm Offord resigns from the Conservatives to join Reform UK, announcing his candidacy for the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections. He criticises his former party for having 'given up on Scotland'.
Tory Lord defects to Reform UK, to stand for Holyrood
Conservative life peer and former Scotland Office minister Lord Malcolm Offord has defected to Reform UK, announcing he will stand in the Scottish Parliament elections next May. He accused the Tories of having 'given up on Scotland'.
Reform UK secures first peer with Tory defection
Lord Malcolm Offord defects from the Conservatives, giving Reform UK its first representative in the House of Lords. Explore the political implications of this significant shift.
Tory Lord defects to Reform UK for Holyrood campaign
Lord Malcolm Offord quits the Conservatives, saying the party has 'given up on Scotland'. He will campaign for a seat in the Scottish Parliament elections next May.
Tory Minister Defects to Reform UK, Targets Holyrood
Lord Malcolm Offord, a former Conservative exports minister, has joined Reform UK and will stand for the Scottish Parliament. He will resign his peerage. Read the full story.
Tory Lord defects to Reform UK for Holyrood campaign
Former Conservative minister Lord Malcolm Offord quits the Tories, joins Reform UK and announces he will run in the Scottish Parliament elections. Read the full story.
Millionaire Tory donor Lord Offord defects to Reform UK
Conservative peer and former minister Lord Malcolm Offord announces defection to Reform UK and plans to stand in the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections. Read the full story.
Olympic Diver Lyskun Stripped of Titles for Russia Switch
Ukrainian Olympic diver Sofiia Lyskun has been stripped of all national titles after announcing she will represent Russia. The federation condemns her 'categorically unacceptable' decision. Read the full story.
Gullis Defects to Reform After 'No Chance' Vow
Former Tory deputy chairman Jonathan Gullis joins Nigel Farage's Reform UK, despite a resurfaced clip where he swore he'd never defect. Read the full story of his political U-turn.
Jonathan Gullis defects to Reform UK after Tice spat
Former Conservative MP Jonathan Gullis has joined Reform UK, a dramatic U-turn after a public feud with the party's deputy leader, Richard Tice. Read the full story of his defection.
Barnaby Joyce defects from Nationals to One Nation
Former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce resigns from the party, sparking criticism from David Littleproud. His expected move to One Nation marks a major political shift. Read the full story.
Barnaby Joyce quits Nationals for One Nation
Former Deputy PM Barnaby Joyce confirms his defection from the Nationals, a major coup for Pauline Hanson's One Nation party amid rising poll numbers. Read the full story.
Barnaby Joyce quits Nationals for One Nation
Former deputy PM Barnaby Joyce defects to Pauline Hanson's One Nation, citing party rift and net-zero policy frustrations. Read the full story on this major political shift.
Hanson's burqa suspension fuels Joyce defection rumours
Pauline Hanson cooks Wagyu steak for Barnaby Joyce hours after Senate suspension over burqa stunt. Political fallout and defection speculation intensifies. Read the full story.
Trump's GOP Fealty Cracks Over Epstein Files
Donald Trump faces unprecedented Republican defiance over Jeffrey Epstein documents, forcing a humiliating U-turn. Explore the cracks in his political armour and the escalating war on media. Read the full analysis.
Labour civil war erupts over tax and benefit policies
Labour faces internal turmoil as new deputy leader Ellie Reeves defends manifesto vow against income tax hikes while Left demands wealth taxes and two-child benefit cap abolition.
Reform UK councillors defect to Conservatives in Kent
Two prominent Reform UK councillors in Kent have dramatically crossed the floor to join the Conservative Party, dealing a significant blow to Richard Tice's party ahead of local elections.
Tory MPs Threaten Reform UK Defection in Badenoch Clash
Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch confronts growing Conservative rebellion as senior Tory MPs consider defecting to Reform UK ahead of general election.
Reform UK councillor defects to Conservatives over policies
Conservative Party gains defector as Reform UK councillor switches allegiance over policy disagreements, highlighting internal tensions within right-wing politics.
Tory councillor defects to Reform UK in blow to Sunak
Conservative councillor James Buchan dramatically crosses floor to join Reform UK, dealing fresh blow to Rishi Sunak's leadership amid growing party discontent.
Tory councillor defects to Reform UK in blow to Sunak
Senior Conservative councillor James Buchan crosses floor to join Reform UK, citing broken promises on immigration and net zero in dramatic political shift ahead of general election.
Farage's Reform UK hit by councillor defection to Lib Dems
Reform UK suffers significant blow as Runcorn councillor Chris Rowe crosses floor to join Liberal Democrats, dealing fresh blow to Farage's political ambitions ahead of potential general election campaign.
Lucy Powell Leads Labour Deputy Leadership Race
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell is positioning herself as the leading candidate in Labour's deputy leadership race, creating internal tensions as Keir Starmer's party prepares for potential government.
Scottish Greens face councillor exodus to Corbyn's party
The Scottish Greens face internal turmoil as multiple councillors abandon ship to join Jeremy Corbyn's fledgling political movement, signalling significant discontent within the party ranks.
Barnaby Joyce may defect to One Nation in political shakeup
Exclusive analysis of Barnaby Joyce's potential party switch to Pauline Hanson's One Nation, examining the political earthquake that could reshape Australian politics ahead of the next election.
Four Reform UK councillors defect to Conservatives
Four Reform UK councillors from Tamworth dramatically cross the floor to join Conservative Party, citing disillusionment with Reform's direction and commitment to local community values.
Labour donor shops for new leader in Starmer challenge
Exclusive: Labour's biggest private donor demands new leader shopping list as Starmer faces internal rebellion over policy direction and party unity.
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