Peers Lobbying Scandal: Lords Reform Now Essential
Fresh lobbying scandal reveals peers exploiting positions for profit. Comprehensive Lords reform is vital to restore public trust in UK democracy. Act now.
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Two Lords Suspended in Lobbying Scandal
Peers Richard Dannatt and David Evans face lengthy suspensions from the House of Lords after a Guardian investigation exposed breaches of lobbying rules, raising serious questions about standards and the future of the unelected chamber.
Two Lords suspended for breaking lobbying rules
Two peers face hefty suspensions for breaking House of Lords lobbying rules, exposing systemic issues in the unreformed second chamber. Read the full analysis.
Two-Day Test Costs Cricket Australia Millions
Travis Head's explosive batting ends Adelaide Test in just two days, leaving Cricket Australia facing massive revenue losses from abandoned days. Analysis of financial impact.
Lords block assisted dying bill in democratic outrage
Unelected peers are filibustering the assisted dying bill with hundreds of amendments, blocking the will of the elected Commons and public opinion. This democratic outrage must end.
UK Driving Test Changes Start November 24 2025
Major changes to the UK driving test begin November 24, 2025. Learn how fewer stops, reduced emergency stops and flexible independent driving affect your test.
TikTok's Bio Age Test: Experts Reveal The Truth
Discover why the viral 'Bio Age' test is taking TikTok by storm and what longevity experts really think about this quick knee-jump assessment claiming to measure your biological age.
Lords challenge government sentencing powers after murder case
Ministers confront House of Lords rebellion as peers demand changes to sentencing rules following Olivia Pratt-Korbel's tragic murder case.
Out of Touch Lords Face Fury Over Rwanda Bill Block
Unelected peers warned of constitutional crisis as they threaten to derail Rishi Sunak's flagship Rwanda bill, setting up explosive Commons-Lords showdown.
Lib Dem Peer Lord Taverne Dies Aged 97
Tributes pour in for Liberal Democrat peer Lord Taverne, the former Labour MP who dramatically quit the party over Europe policy and served in Parliament until his death at 97.
UK Driving Test Postcode Lottery Revealed
Exclusive DVSA data uncovers shocking regional disparities in driving test pass rates across Britain, with some test centres seeing nearly 70% failure rates while others boast 60% success.
Labour's Lucy Powell unveils plan to fix broken politics
Shadow Cabinet Office Minister Lucy Powell outlines Labour's radical constitutional reforms to fix Westminster's 'dysfunctional' system and restore public trust in politics.
15-Second Animal Personality Test Reveals Your Traits
Discover how a simple visual test involving four animals can uncover your deepest personality traits and provide surprising insights into your character in just seconds.
Former Lord Speaker suspended over police lobbying scandal
Exclusive: Baroness D'Souza receives unprecedented suspension after secretly lobbying Met Police Commissioner about speeding fines, sparking Westminster ethics scandal.
Michelle Mone faces OBE stripping calls over PPE scandal
Baroness Michelle Mone faces mounting pressure as politicians and public figures demand she be stripped of her OBE following the controversial PPE Medpro government contracts worth over £200 million.
Lords block 'Bill of Life' after Shipman case review
Peers reject government proposal that would have granted doctors absolute immunity from murder prosecutions, citing grave concerns after Harold Shipman inquiry revelations.
Lords revolt over Human Rights Act replacement
Leading legal experts and human rights organisations condemn government plans to scrap Human Rights Act, warning of dangerous consequences for British justice system
Lords face legal challenge over life sentence bill
Peers in the House of Lords are confronting a potential legal battle as human rights lawyers prepare to challenge new legislation that could keep prisoners incarcerated indefinitely without meaningful review.
House of Lords Faces Radical Overhaul in New Government Bill
In a dramatic constitutional shake-up, the government proposes legislation to dramatically reduce the size of the House of Lords and introduce retirement options for peers, addressing long-standing concerns about the chamber's bloated membership.
Labour blocks Tory bid on sex offender sentences
Conservative attempt to prevent shorter jail terms for serious sexual offenders defeated in parliamentary showdown as Labour peers rally against the measure.
Bank of England's Bailey admits inflation forecast failures
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey admits to 'very big lessons' learned after inflation forecasts repeatedly missed the mark during cost of living crisis.
Starmer faces backlash over John Mann peerage
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer under fire for appointing former MP John Mann as anti-semitism tsar amid ongoing party tensions and criticism over peerage system.
Mone's PPE firm faces £122m repayment deadline
Baroness Mone's PPE Medro faces crucial deadline to repay millions to taxpayers after controversial pandemic contracts, as pressure mounts over undisclosed involvement.
Tory Lords block Labour's DWP deductions scrap bid
Conservative peers defeat Labour motion to abolish DWP's 'maximum deduction rate' that leaves thousands of claimants with just £15 per week after debt repayments.
Mone-linked PPE firm misses £122m repayment deadline
A PPE company at the centre of the Michelle Mone controversy has failed to repay £122m of taxpayer money by the government's deadline, escalating the high-stakes legal battle.
Starmer's constitutional revolution: Labour's bold reforms
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer unveils groundbreaking constitutional reforms that could dramatically alter how Britain is governed, with sweeping devolution plans set to be published next week.
Johnson criticised for Williamson peerage in honours list
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson under fire for awarding peerage to Gavin Williamson amid ongoing criticism of his honours list decisions
Ex-Lord Speaker Faces Suspension Over Speeding Scandal
Exclusive: Baroness D'Souza faces parliamentary suspension after investigation finds she attempted to improperly influence authorities over a speeding offence, raising serious questions about conduct standards in Westminster.
Ex-Lord Speaker faces suspension over lobbying scandal
Baroness D'Souza accused of improper lobbying after contacting Met Police Commissioner about speeding tickets in potential breach of parliamentary rules.
Government rewrites bill after Lords rebellion
Ministers have been compelled to make significant changes to their flagship legislation following a major defeat in the House of Lords, marking a dramatic parliamentary showdown over constitutional powers.
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