Stormont: Budget Fails Northern Ireland Public Services
Stormont Finance Minister John O'Dowd says Chancellor's £370m funding plan doesn't go far enough for frontline services. Read the full analysis of the budget impact.
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Labour MP: Devolution bill discriminates against Cornwall
Labour MP Perran Moon warns the English Devolution Bill ignores Cornwall's national minority status, fuelling resentment and Cornish nationalism. Read the full story.
Labour MP: Devolution Bill 'Discriminates' Against Cornwall
Labour MP Perran Moon warns the English Devolution Bill ignores Cornwall's national minority status, threatening a constitutional crisis. Read why he vows to oppose it.
SNP ministers accused of fantasy politics amid fiscal crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals Scottish Government ministers are avoiding harsh economic realities while presiding over growing budget black holes and failing public services.
IFS demolishes Lib Dem £2.5bn tax cut pledge
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey confronts mounting criticism after the Institute for Fiscal Studies dismantles his party's flagship £2.5bn tax cut proposal, revealing significant funding gaps and questioning economic credibility ahead of crucial elec
IFS urges Rachel Reeves to consider welfare cuts in budget
The Institute for Fiscal Studies delivers stark warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, stating benefit cuts cannot be ruled out in upcoming budget despite political risks.
IFS warns Reeves against rushed tax reforms
The Institute for Fiscal Studies cautions Chancellor Rachel Reeves against implementing 'half-baked' revenue-raising measures that could harm the economy and undermine business confidence.
IFS warns Labour of severe economic constraints in government
Leading economic think tank warns Rachel Reeves faces 'iron chancellor' reality with limited fiscal flexibility, challenging Labour's spending ambitions ahead of potential government.
IFS: Government has 'no credible' economic plan
The Institute for Fiscal Studies has launched a scathing critique of both Conservative and Labour economic policies, warning of 'unacknowledged trade-offs' and challenging Liz Kendall's welfare reform ambitions.
Reeves shatters Treasury fiscal rules in economic reset
Labour's first female Chancellor announces dramatic overhaul of Treasury spending rules, prioritising economic growth over rigid fiscal constraints in major policy shift.
Manchester Football Clubs Back Landmark Devolution Deal
Manchester United and Manchester City join forces with civic leaders to sign historic 'Trailblazer' devolution agreement, granting Greater Manchester unprecedented powers over transport, housing and economic development.
Reeves could raise £45bn in taxes without breaking pledges
Chancellor Rachel Reeves could raise £45bn through strategic tax reforms while honouring manifesto commitments, according to new economic analysis examining revenue-raising options.
Burnham demands radical devolution for Manchester
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham calls for unprecedented powers and funding transfer from Westminster in landmark speech, positioning the region as trailblazer for English devolution.
Foster: Westminster Interference Risks NI Government Collapse
Former DUP leader Arlene Foster issues a stark warning that meddling from London threatens to collapse Stormont's devolved government and undermine the delicate political balance in Northern Ireland.
Westminster's 'Undemocratic' Welsh Veto Power Exposed
Plaid Cymru's Liz Saville Roberts accuses the UK government of undermining Welsh democracy by granting itself powers to veto legislation passed by the Senedd. The controversial Welsh Bill provisions have sparked a major constitutional clash.
Swinney: Westminster's approach is 'deeply damaging'
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney delivers a stark warning, accusing the UK government of undermining devolution and damaging bilateral relations with a 'unilateral' and 'high-handed' approach.
Andy Burnham refuses to rule out Westminster return
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has ignited speculation by refusing to deny a potential return to Westminster politics, stating he will 'serve in whatever way I can' after his mayoral term ends. The 'King of the North' discusses devolution, Labour's
Burnham: Labour must devolve power or risk losing the North
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham issues a stark warning to Keir Starmer, demanding a radical devolution of power to English regions as the price for Labour's success in the North.
IFS Exposes £18bn Black Hole in Labour's Spending Plans
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces immediate economic reality check as Institute for Fiscal Studies exposes £18bn black hole in Labour's spending plans, forcing potential cuts to public services.
Lib Dems: The New Voice of England's Left-Behind?
As the Liberal Democrats gather for their conference, a new political analysis reveals their strategic positioning as the champions of England's overlooked towns and counties. This in-depth look explores their post-Brexit resurgence and the challenge they
UK Ministers Get Power to Override Northern Ireland Policies
A controversial new UK law spearheaded by Secretary Hilary Benn grants Westminster unprecedented power to override devolved Northern Ireland policies, sparking a major constitutional clash with unionists and the DUP.
Nandy's Devolution Ultimatum to Starmer's Labour
Senior Labour MP Lisa Nandy issues a stark ultimatum to Keir Starmer, demanding radical devolution of power from Westminster to avoid repeating past election failures and truly 'take back control' for communities across Britain.
Nandy backs Burnham for Westminster comeback
Labour's Lisa Nandy passionately endorses Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham for a return to national politics, citing his transformative leadership and advocacy for devolution.
Queen's 'lazy' Scottish Parliament remark caused palace row
A bombshell biography reveals how the late Queen's private critique of the Scottish Parliament sparked a major row over royal impartiality and the future of the Union.
Stormont Returns: £3.3bn Deal Ends NI's Two-Year Deadlock
Northern Ireland's power-sharing government has been restored at Stormont following a landmark £3.3 billion financial package from Westminster, ending a two-year political stalemate.
SNP Minister: Starmer 'Dancing to Tory Tune' on Devolution
Scotland's Drugs and Alcohol Minister launches a blistering attack on the Labour leader, claiming his stance on devolution aligns with the Conservatives and undermines Scottish interests.
Welsh Labour Faces Catastrophic Defeat in New Poll
Exclusive Savanta survey for ITV Wales shows Labour's support collapsing in Wales, with the Conservatives and Plaid Cymru gaining significant ground ahead of the next general election.
DWP Attendance Allowance Changes Must Protect Pensioners
Major reforms to the benefit system could see Attendance Allowance devolved to councils, raising fears over postcode lotteries and support for elderly and disabled claimants.
Andy Burnham's 'King in the North' Crown Challenged
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham faces a backlash as political opponents dissect his record, branding him a 'very, very poor minister' and challenging his 'King in the North' persona ahead of crucial local elections.
Andy Burnham challenges Starmer's Labour leadership
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham challenges Keir Starmer's leadership, calling for a radical devolution of power from Westminster and criticising Labour's timid stance on Brexit and EU relations.
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