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.
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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's book ban bid targets Pigeon English
A Conservative councillor's attempt to ban Stephen Kelman's acclaimed novel 'Pigeon English' from schools sparks national debate about censorship, literary value, and cultural representation in education.
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.
Reform UK MP faces backlash over dual role defence
Sarah Pochin, Reform UK's first elected MP, faces criticism after defending her dual role as MP and councillor, claiming she works 'all hours' while opponents question her commitment to constituents.
Councillor's election celebration ends in life-changing attack
A newly elected councillor's celebratory drink turned into a nightmare when he was brutally attacked, leaving him with life-changing injuries and questioning public safety.
Reform UK councillor reported to police over migrant hotel
A Reform UK councillor has been reported to police after filming inside a migrant hotel while declaring his British heritage, sparking debate about immigration and political activism.
British councillor set on fire in targeted attack
A British councillor was doused in flammable liquid and set on fire in a terrifying daylight attack outside his family business in Sussex, leaving him with serious burns.
Labour councillor's fugitive brother in wedding scandal
Labour councillor Saqib Khan faces investigation after his convicted brother, on the run from authorities, made a brazen appearance at a family wedding, raising serious security concerns.
Tory councillor suspended over racist Facebook remarks
Conservative councillor for Scottish Borders, Gavin Logan, has been suspended by the party after making inflammatory comments about African-Scots on Facebook, prompting widespread condemnation.
Tory Rebel Launches Countdown Clock to Topple Kemi Badenoch
A Conservative MP has secretly launched a 500-day countdown to oust Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch from party leadership, exposing deep divisions within the Tory ranks as the party trails heavily in the polls.
Ex-Royal Marine Labour Councillor Quits Plymouth Council
Former Royal Marine Commando and Labour councillor Chris Webb steps down from Plymouth City Council, citing overwhelming professional demands. The resignation triggers a by-election in the key marginal seat of Ham.
Labour councillors defect over Gaza and internal party democracy
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts a growing rebellion as councillors quit over the party's stance on Gaza and internal democracy, forming a new independent group in protest.
Labour Councillor Charged in Westminster Blackmail Scandal
A 28-year-old Labour councillor from Wolverhampton has been charged with blackmail and sending unsolicited messages to MPs and parliamentary staff in a major Westminster scandal.
Police Investigate Death of Burnley Councillor Charlie Kirk
Lancashire Police launch investigation following the death of Burnley councillor Charlie Kirk after a controversial social media post. Colleagues pay tribute to a dedicated public servant.
Tory councillor quits over Charlie Kirk assassination remark
Conservative councillor John Lamb faces immediate dismissal after suggesting controversial commentator Charlie Kirk 'brought assassination upon himself' in a since-deleted social media post, igniting a firestorm of criticism and a swift party investigatio
TikTok Tourists Cause 'Carnage' In UK Village
A local councillor blasts TikTok-fuelled tourists for overwhelming the picturesque village of Castleton with chaos, parking nightmares, and disrespectful behaviour as visitor numbers explode.
Breakdancer 'Thilly' Runs for Cranford Council on Radical Platform
A former breakdancer known as 'Thilly' is causing a stir in Cranford's local elections with a radical manifesto pledging to tax developers and slash councillor allowances. Discover his unconventional campaign.
Badenoch Urges Liz Truss to Quit Conservative Party
Senior Conservative MP Kemi Badenoch has publicly called for former PM Liz Truss to leave the party, warning her continued presence risks fuelling defections to Nigel Farage's Reform UK.
Kemi Badenoch brands devolution a 'disaster' for UK
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch faces a fierce backlash after labelling devolution a 'disaster' for the UK. Critics, including Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething, have slammed her comments as 'bizarre' and 'offensive', igniting a fresh political row.
Green Party: Starmer's Labour are "red Tories"
Exclusive: Green Party deputy leader delivers scathing critique of Labour's policy agenda, accusing Keir Starmer of abandoning progressive principles and failing to offer real opposition to the Conservatives.
Tory MP Lee Anderson Sparks Fury with Anne Frank Comment
Conservative MP Lee Anderson faces a firestorm of criticism after suggesting Anne Frank would have 'believed in freedom' and avoided the Holocaust if she had been armed. Outrage erupts over the 'appalling' historical revisionism.
Reform Councillor in 'Racist' Leaflet Scandal
A Reform UK councillor in Thurrock is under investigation after distributing leaflets with a slogan linked to a far-right group, sparking outrage and a police assessment.
Reform UK councillor in ice cream vote scandal
A Reform UK councillor in Hartlepool is under investigation by police after allegedly offering free ice creams to residents in exchange for their postal vote applications, in a shocking case of electoral malpractice.
Former Tory MP David Warburton found dead at home
Conservative MP David Warburton, who resigned amid misconduct allegations, has been found dead at his Somerset residence. Police confirm no suspicious circumstances.
Former Tory MP David Warburton Found Dead
Former Conservative MP David Warburton has been found dead at his west London flat, months after resigning amid allegations of sexual misconduct and cocaine use. Police confirm no suspicious circumstances.
Tory MP David Warburton Dies Amid Sex and Drugs Scandal
Conservative MP for Somerton and Frome, David Warburton, has been found dead amidst an ongoing investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and cocaine use, prompting his resignation and a by-election.
Tory MP David Warburton resigns after cocaine scandal
Ex-Conservative MP David Warburton has officially resigned from Parliament following a 14-month suspension over allegations of cocaine use and sexual misconduct, triggering a crucial by-election in his Somerset seat.
Labour Civil War Erupts Over Angela Rayner 'Sleaze' Scandal
EXCLUSIVE: Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner is at the centre of a deepening 'sleaze' crisis, igniting a bitter internal civil war and raising serious questions about her suitability to succeed Sir Keir Starmer. The escalating row offers a major opport
Badenoch pledges to 'maximise' North Sea oil and gas extraction
Conservative leadership hopeful Kemi Badenoch is set to announce a major energy policy shift, pledging to turbocharge North Sea oil and gas production in a bid to boost UK energy security and create jobs, putting her on a collision course with environment
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