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.
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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.
Chinese National Faces Spy Trial in London Court
A Chinese national stands accused of spying for Hong Kong intelligence in a landmark London trial, while political tensions simmer over defence spending and constitutional reforms.
Mone's luxury birthday during PPE contract scandal
Controversial Tory peer Michelle Mone celebrated her 50th birthday at five-star Chewton Glen while her PPE company faced scrutiny over £200m government contracts during COVID pandemic.
Streeting: Hospice experience shaped my NHS vision
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting reveals personal hospice experience that's shaping Labour's radical NHS reform plans, promising fundamental system change.
Flintoff's 13-pint celebration after Lords century
England cricket legend Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff reveals his epic 13-pint celebration after scoring a century at Lords and shares hilarious stories from his 10 Downing Street visit with Kevin Pietersen in exclusive Daily Mail interview.
Lord Howarth's Final Political Plea From Beyond Grave
Labour peer Lord Howarth of Newport's remarkable posthumous letter calls for political renewal and civility in public life, offering a powerful critique from beyond the grave.
Farage: Britain Being 'Killed' By Current Politics
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage delivers explosive critique of Britain's trajectory, warning of national decline and calling for fundamental change in Westminster politics.
Michelle Mone Faces House of Lords Suspension
Conservative peer Michelle Mone could be suspended from the House of Lords after a standards investigation found she brought parliament into 'disrepute' through her involvement in the PPE Medpro controversy.
Mone defends COVID contracts: 'Business isn't plain sailing'
Michelle Mone breaks her silence on the PPE Medpro controversy, claiming business isn't 'plain sailing' while defending her involvement in the £200 million government contract during the pandemic.
Petition to strip Michelle Mone of peerage gains massive support
A growing public outcry demands Baroness Michelle Mone lose her title after revelations about her involvement in a PPE company that secured massive government contracts during the pandemic.
Michelle Mone: No return to Lords amid PPE scandal
Tory peer Michelle Mone breaks silence, stating she has no intention of returning to Parliament as pressure mounts for her to be stripped of peerage following controversial PPE Medpro contract revelations.
Archbishop demands UK democracy reforms
Justin Welby issues urgent warning about Britain's broken political system and calls for radical constitutional reforms ahead of potential Labour government.
Michelle Mone admits lying about PPE Medro involvement
Baroness Michelle Mone finally confesses to extensive role in PPE Medro company after years of denials, raising serious questions about government contracts and transparency.
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