Sean McKiernan, a former Fine Gael councillor, has been sentenced to prison for stealing £150,000 from a mental health charity to fund male escorts and crystal meth. Read the shocking details of this breach of trust.
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party suffers a significant setback as five councillors in Brent, London, join the Green Party ahead of crucial local elections. Read the full analysis.
Keir Starmer suffers a setback as five Labour councillors in Brent join the Green Party, amid fears of a Green surge in next year's crucial local elections. Read the full analysis.
Three former Conservative MPs, including a deputy chairman, join Reform, claiming the Tories have 'lost touch'. Read the full story on the latest Westminster shake-up.
Three former Tory MPs have joined Nigel Farage's Reform UK, dealing a significant blow to the Conservative Party. Get the latest on the defections and what it means for the next election.
Hounslow Labour councillor Farhaan Rehman apologises for parking his £208,000 Lamborghini in a disabled bay without a badge. He avoids a £160 fine but steps down from committee role amid calls for resignation.
Birmingham Labour councillor Waseem Zaffar denies knowing a man he met four times was an alleged international drug lord wanted by UK police. Full details on the scandal.
Reform UK suspends Lancashire councillor Tom Pickup after leaked WhatsApp messages suggest a hidden hardline immigration stance. Investigation underway.
Remembering Howel Jones, a dedicated teacher, Methodist preacher, and Liberal Democrat councillor who served his community for decades. Discover his remarkable life story.
Edward Brandt, 61, found guilty of stalking Dame Penny Mordaunt. The ex-councillor sent numerous emails and messages. Read the full court details.
Four high-profile Republicans, including Marjorie Taylor Greene and Lauren Boebert, have backed a petition to force a vote on releasing withheld Jeffrey Epstein documents, defying President Trump's wishes and causing friction within the party.
Edward Brandt, a former councillor, is on trial for stalking MP Penny Mordaunt. He allegedly sent emails and visited her office 'to commiserate' over her leadership loss. Read the full court details.
Kent County Councillor Isabella Kemp becomes latest Reform UK member suspended as party faces mounting pressure over candidate vetting processes and internal standards.
Kent councillor James Parry has been suspended by Reform UK following revelations of racist and anti-immigration content shared on his Facebook profile, sparking fresh controversy for the party.
Conservative Party gains defector as Reform UK councillor switches allegiance over policy disagreements, highlighting internal tensions within right-wing politics.
Conservative councillor James Buchan dramatically crosses floor to join Reform UK, dealing fresh blow to Rishi Sunak's leadership amid growing party discontent.
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.
Former PM Theresa May delivers scathing attack on defecting Conservatives as Kemi Badenoch breaks ranks with warning about party's direction under Sunak
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.
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.
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.
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.
Conservative Party faces mounting crisis as key local representatives defect to Nigel Farage's Reform UK, signalling deeper turmoil within Tory ranks ahead of general election.
Rishi Sunak faces fresh crisis as Reform UK announces defection of senior Tory councillors during Conservative conference, signalling right-wing rebellion.
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 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.
Senior Liberal Democrat Sir Ed Davey claims moderate Tory MPs are privately discussing defection amid concerns over party direction and Nigel Farage's growing influence.
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.
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.
The Green Party of England and Wales reports a dramatic surge in new members following the public falling-out between Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, signalling a major shift in the UK's political landscape.