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Labour's conference crisis as Farage threat emerges

As Labour's first conference in government unfolds, internal tensions and the growing challenge from Nigel Farage's Reform party threaten to derail Keir Starmer's agenda. Analysis reveals a government struggling to define its mission.

Burnham: UK Needs Political Overhaul to Avoid Decline

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham delivers powerful critique of Westminster's centralised power, calling for radical devolution and political reform to rebalance the nation and tackle regional inequality.

Reform Overtakes Tories in Shock Poll - Farage Demands Action

Exclusive: Nigel Farage's Reform UK overtakes the Conservatives in a dramatic new poll, piling pressure on Keir Starmer's government over its handling of the immigration crisis. Political earthquake rocks Westminster as Farage demands emergency action.

Farage Calls for Radical Overhaul of UK Welfare System

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage calls for a complete overhaul of the UK's welfare system, claiming it discourages work and fosters dependency. He targets 'sick note culture' and pledges to make employment more attractive than benefits.

Farage: Stop Benefits for Those Who Refuse Work

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage unveils a hardline welfare policy, proposing to strip benefits from those refusing employment, in a major intervention on the UK's welfare debate.

Reform UK Launches Trump-Style Boycott of Nottingham Post

Reform UK councillors in Nottinghamshire launch a Trumpian media boycott against the Nottingham Post, accusing it of biased reporting on their first 100 days in power. The dramatic move escalates tensions between the new administration and local press.

Unelected Lords Block Bill to Scrap Hereditary Peers

The House of Lords has inflicted a major defeat on the government, blocking a bill that would have scrapped the role of Hereditary Peers. This move sets the stage for a fierce parliamentary battle over the future of the unelected chamber.

DWP to Scrap PIP Benefit in Major Welfare Overhaul

Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions is set to replace the PIP system with a new personalised benefit, marking the biggest welfare shake-up in a decade. Get the full details on the new timeline and what it means for millions of claimants.

Scottish Government in Legal Advice Standoff Over Gender Bill

The Scottish Government faces mounting pressure to disclose its legal advice on the Gender Recognition Reform Bill after a controversial Section 35 order from Westminster blocked the legislation. Scottish Secretary Alister Jack defends the move as 'necess

UK Scraps Two-Child Benefit Cap in Major Policy U-Turn

The UK government has abolished the controversial two-child benefit cap, a move hailed as a 'monumental step' that will lift thousands of children out of poverty and end years of financial hardship for struggling families.

Labour's Safe Seat Shake-Up Exposes Democratic Crisis

Exclusive analysis reveals how Labour's proposed constituency reform in Knowsley, Liverpool, exposes a deep crisis in British democracy. Discover why safe seats are undermining voter representation and what it means for the future of UK politics.

Fury over £4m 'Bat Bridge' funded by taxpayers

A Reform UK councillor in Bexley is leading a revolt against a £4 million 'eco-bridge' designed for bats and other wildlife, branding it a scandalous waste of public money amidst a cost-of-living crisis.

Government rejects paid bereavement leave bill

Ministers under fire after blocking Labour's proposed paid bereavement leave legislation, with Shadow Minister Peter Kyle accusing the government of failing grieving families.

UK Government Unveils Radical ECHR Reform Plan

The Conservative government has proposed a major overhaul of its relationship with the European Court of Human Rights, aiming to assert parliamentary sovereignty and curb the court's influence over UK law.

Reeves Declares War on 'Antiquated' UK Planning System

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a radical overhaul of England's planning system, vowing to fast-track 1.5 million new homes and critical infrastructure to kickstart economic growth, despite warnings from retail leaders.

Reeves Declares War on Housebuilding Blockers

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a sweeping pro-growth agenda, vowing to force through major housing projects and reinstate mandatory local building targets to boost the UK economy.

Hanson's One Nation pledges to abolish Australian state governments

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has announced a radical new policy platform, 'One Nation, One Law', aiming to abolish state governments and create a single, unified national system. The controversial plan promises massive savings and streamlined services

Labour's Mission: Halting Nigel Farage's Political Rise

As Nigel Farage's Reform UK surges in the polls, the new Labour government faces its first major crisis. This in-depth analysis explores the political battle for Britain's future and the strategic choices facing Keir Starmer.

French PM survives no-confidence vote over pension fury

French Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne narrowly survives a no-confidence vote triggered by her use of constitutional powers to force through deeply unpopular pension reforms, plunging President Macron's government into political turmoil.

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