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Greece strike: Nation halts over 13-hour work day

Greece faces complete paralysis as workers stage a 24-hour general strike against controversial labour reforms extending the work day to 13 hours, shutting down transport, schools and public services.

Starmer's NHS Rescue: 2M Extra Appointments

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces revolutionary NHS reforms during Liverpool visit, pledging to cut waiting times and transform patient care with groundbreaking new approach.

Davey attacks Trump and Starmer in fiery Lib Dem speech

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey delivered a fiery speech at his party's conference, taking aim at Donald Trump's potential return and criticising Keir Starmer's Labour government for abandoning reform promises.

Labour's NHS Reforms: Visionary or Vague?

As the Labour government unveils sweeping NHS reforms, experts and insiders question the lack of a concrete delivery plan. This analysis examines the funding, staffing, and logistical challenges threatening to derail the ambitious health service overhaul.

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

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.

SEND Reforms Risk Repeating Universal Credit Failures

A damning IFS report cautions that the government's planned special educational needs reforms risk mirroring the catastrophic rollout of Universal Credit, potentially leaving vulnerable children without essential support.

Labour's Next Deputy Leader: The Race Begins

The contest to become the next Labour Deputy Leader is officially on. Discover the frontrunners, the key policy battlegrounds, and what it means for the future of Keir Starmer's government.

Labour Civil War: Starmer and Rayner Face Left-Wing Fury

Sir Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner face a major rebellion from the Labour left after a controversial decision to block left-wing candidates from standing for Parliament, sparking accusations of a 'purge' and threatening party unity.

Starmer: Labour will block UK exit from ECHR

Sir Keir Starmer vows a Labour government will prevent the UK from leaving the European Convention on Human Rights, setting a clear battle line with the Conservatives on human rights law and immigration policy.

Reeves Forges New Pact with UK Banks to Boost Economy

Chancellor Rachel Reeves hosts landmark meeting with UK banking chiefs, unveiling a new 'shared commitment' to boost competitiveness and economic growth. Exclusive details on the new Mansion House reforms.

Victoria Overhauls Working With Children Check Laws

Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.

Treasurer defends retiree tax breaks amid fairness push

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers defends generous superannuation tax concessions for retirees while promising intergenerational fairness reforms. Exclusive analysis reveals stark disparities in retirement benefits across age groups.

Childcare Reforms Threatened by Digital Exclusion Crisis

Major concerns emerge as the UK government's flagship childcare expansion, offering 15 free hours, is jeopardised by a complex and inaccessible digital application system, risking the exclusion of thousands of low-income and non-tech-savvy families.

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