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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.

Labour demands probe into Cabinet Secretary's Tory links

Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.

Starmer summons top civil servant in power move

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer calls Cabinet Secretary Simon Case to shadow cabinet meeting, signalling significant changes to civil service operations if Labour wins power.

Hilary Benn dismissed in Labour reshuffle

Sir Keir Starmer's surprise cabinet reshuffle sees Hilary Benn removed from his Northern Ireland role, with significant implications for Labour's approach to devolution and cross-border relations.

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.

Cabinet Secretary blocked Starmer's China meeting

Exclusive: Britain's top civil servant Simon Case intervened to prevent Labour leader Keir Starmer from meeting Chinese diplomats over national security concerns, raising questions about political access to sensitive foreign officials.

Badenoch under fire for Welsh Government remarks

Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch has sparked outrage after referring to the Welsh Government as a 'Labour-run local authority' during a fiery exchange about steel industry policy, prompting accusations of disrespect and constitutional ignorance.

Lammy heckled at Manchester synagogue vigil

Labour MP David Lammy faced vocal opposition from attendees during what was intended to be a solemn vigil at a Manchester synagogue, with protesters shouting 'shame on you' as he attempted to address the gathering.

Scottish Labour minister snubs Starmer in PM endorsement

In a stunning political development, Scottish Labour's Education Secretary has refused to endorse Sir Keir Starmer as the next Prime Minister, creating a major rift within the party ahead of crucial elections.

Lammy's Washington Mission: New Foreign Secretary's US Visit

Newly appointed Foreign Secretary David Lammy embarks on a critical mission to Washington D.C., aiming to reset UK-US relations and strengthen the 'special relationship' with key meetings at the White House and State Department.

Labour rift: Burnham blocks Gwynne from stepping aside

Explosive internal rift rocks Labour as Mayor Andy Burnham intervenes to prevent MP Andrew Gwynne from stepping aside, defying Keir Starmer's leadership and exposing deep factional divides within the party.

Labour Ministers Quit in Liverpool Selection Row

Labour's election campaign faces turmoil as two senior shadow ministers, Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson, resign after being barred from standing in Liverpool. The dramatic move exposes deep internal tensions and raises questions about Keir Starmer's l

Lammy Stays as Foreign Secretary in Starmer's Cabinet

Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms David Lammy will remain as Foreign Secretary, praising his 'excellent start' despite previous criticisms of the role. The decision signals continuity in Labour's foreign policy approach.

Sultana's Fiery Plea to Starmer: 'Give Us Our Party Back'

Labour MP Zarah Sultana delivers a blistering attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, accusing him of purging the left and betraying the party's core values. In a defiant conference speech, she demands the return of a member-led Labour Party.

Labour MP Accuses Starmer of Purging Left-Wing Members

Norwich South MP Clive Lewis launches a scathing attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, alleging a systematic purge of left-wing voices and comparing the party's internal culture to that under Peter Mandelson.

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