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Lammy defends PMQs silence on prisoner error

Shadow Justice Secretary David Lammy justifies his decision not to raise a serious prisoner release error during Prime Minister's Questions, arguing it was inappropriate for the political theatre of the Commons.

Starmer appoints Yvette Cooper as Home Secretary

In a major cabinet reshuffle, Prime Minister Keir Starmer appoints Yvette Cooper as Home Secretary while facing diplomatic challenges with Caribbean nations over climate reparations.

MPs want police access to encrypted messages

Home Secretary faces parliamentary pressure to force Samsung, Apple and Google to provide access to encrypted messages in criminal investigations, raising privacy concerns.

Labour unveils ambitious education reform plans

Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum overhaul, teacher recruitment, and early years investment.

Steve Reed accused of smearing Muslim charity

Labour frontbencher Steve Reed faces criticism after suggesting a respected Muslim charity in East London had extremist links without providing evidence, sparking accusations of Islamophobia.

Yvette Cooper scraps Rwanda asylum scheme

New Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has officially terminated the controversial Rwanda asylum plan, marking a dramatic shift in UK immigration policy under the Labour government.

Cleverly's empty chair moment over Rwanda scheme

Home Secretary James Cleverly faces embarrassment after dodging a televised interview about the controversial Rwanda asylum policy, leaving presenter Paul Brand to question an empty chair in a dramatic political moment.

Police enter wrong home in Peacehaven blunder

Sussex Police faces serious scrutiny after officers mistakenly forced entry into a family home while searching for the Home Secretary's residence, raising urgent questions about police procedures and accountability.

Home Secretary plans to remove jury trials for protesters

Exclusive: The Home Secretary is considering removing the right to jury trials for protesters in England and Wales, sparking outrage from legal experts and civil liberties groups who warn it undermines a fundamental pillar of British justice.

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