Labour warned against local election complacency
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
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AI Research Exposes Critical Election Security Threats
New research reveals alarming vulnerabilities in democratic elections as AI tools become weaponised for political manipulation. Experts warn of unprecedented threats to electoral integrity.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
Government blocks Greater Manchester appointment sparking democracy row
Kemi Badenoch faces backlash after rejecting Zafar Mahmood's appointment to Greater Manchester Combined Authority, sparking accusations of political interference in local democracy.
Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
Robert Reich: The Crisis Threatening American Democracy
Former US Labour Secretary Robert Reich delivers a stark warning on the fragility of American democracy, citing voter suppression, legislative gridlock, and the influence of big money in politics.
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.
US on Brink of New Political Violence Era, Experts Warn
Exclusive insight into the alarming rise of political tensions in the US. Experts warn of a dangerous new chapter in American democracy as polarisation reaches breaking point.
MSPs excluded from economic summit in 'stitch-up' scandal
A major economic summit in Inverness faces backlash after local MSPs were barred from attending, with critics branding the event an undemocratic 'stitch-up' organised by Westminster.
Orban's 'Democracy Noir': The Illiberal Model Tempting Trump
An exclusive analysis of Viktor Orban's 'illiberal democracy' model, its implementation in Hungary, and why it's becoming a troubling inspiration for Donald Trump and global populists.
87% of Brits Want Better Understanding of Government
Groundbreaking research from the University of Central Lancashire shows overwhelming public support for enhanced civic education to combat political disengagement and strengthen democracy.
Green Party's Polanski slams 'undemocratic' UK electoral system
Zack Polanski, deputy leader of the Green Party, has launched a scathing attack on the UK's First Past the Post system, calling it a 'barrier to democracy' and vowing to fight for proportional representation ahead of the next general election.
Trump's Dangerous War on US Statistics and Data
An alarming analysis reveals how Donald Trump's systematic assault on US federal statistics corrupts policymaking, endangers the economy, and weakens America's standing on the world stage, drawing parallels to authoritarian regimes.
Lewes Launches Local Currency Voucher Scheme to Boost Economy
The historic town of Lewes in East Sussex revives its iconic local currency with a modern voucher system to support independent businesses and strengthen community resilience post-pandemic.
Trump's 'Day One Dictator' Blueprint Exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals Donald Trump's explicit plans to assume unprecedented 'personal' control over the Justice Department and federal agencies, dismantling decades of US democratic norms and civil service independence.
Nobel winner: Tech platforms are "weapons of mass destruction"
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa delivers stark warning at the Global Tech Summit, stating unregulated technology platforms are systematically eroding democratic foundations worldwide.
Nobel Winner: Big Tech Is Democracy's Weapon of Mass Destruction
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa delivered a chilling warning to Australia's National Press Club, declaring that unregulated tech platforms pose an existential threat to global democracy and must be held accountable.
Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
Pritzker Slams Trump's 'Dangerous' Chicago Rally Rhetoric
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has issued a stern condemnation of Donald Trump's inflammatory rhetoric during his recent Chicago rally, warning of the grave threat it poses to democratic institutions and public safety.
Epping Residents Vow Council Tax Strike Over Service Cuts
Outraged homeowners in Essex declare a council tax revolt, threatening to withhold payments in protest against deteriorating local services and soaring bills. The grassroots movement gains momentum as community frustration reaches boiling point.
19 UK Councils Launch Legal Fight Against Migrant Hotels
A growing rebellion of 19 UK councils is mounting legal challenges against the Home Office's use of hotels to house asylum seekers, citing immense strain on local services and community resources.
Literature as Resistance: Shafak & Ypi on Defying Demagogues
Acclaimed authors Elif Shafak and Lea Ypi explore the vital role of storytelling, empathy, and free speech as acts of political defiance in an era of rising authoritarianism and nationalism.
Reform UK Councils: 100 Days of Policy Revolution
Exclusive analysis reveals how Reform UK-led councils are implementing controversial policies, from Union flag restrictions to sweeping service reforms, reshaping local governance across Britain.
Trump's Plan: National Guard Deployment Sparks Authoritarian Fears
Exclusive analysis reveals Donald Trump's radical proposal to deploy the National Guard immediately upon re-election, raising profound concerns about democratic norms and the militarisation of US domestic policy.
Nottingham Council's alarming boycott of local paper
Nottingham City Council's unprecedented boycott of the Nottingham Post raises serious concerns about press freedom, democratic accountability, and the dangerous blurring of lines between political grievance and civic duty.
Nottinghamshire Council bans local news outlet in democracy row
Nottinghamshire County Council faces fierce backlash after banning a local news organisation from its press briefings, sparking accusations of censorship and an attack on local democracy from Reform UK leader Richard Tice.
Hong Kong Activists Face Life Sentences in Security Law Crackdown
Thirteen pro-democracy campaigners and former lawmakers in Hong Kong have been convicted under Beijing's controversial national security law, facing potential life imprisonment in a landmark trial that critics decry as a political purge.
Bukele calls Spanish press 'enemies of democracy'
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele sparks international outcry after labelling Spanish journalists 'enemies of democracy' in a fiery tirade, drawing parallels to Trump's media attacks and raising press freedom alarms.
Labour's 'dictator-esque' bid to control Treasury Committee
Labour faces a furious backlash over plans to hand the government direct control of the powerful Treasury Select Committee in a move branded ‘authoritarian’ and a threat to democracy.
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