Reeves defends ministerial car use for short trip
Chancellor Rachel Reeves addresses controversy after being spotted leaving Downing Street in official car for journey under one mile to LBC studio, defending transport efficiency.
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Minister's police escort sparks security protocol debate
Mark Harper faces scrutiny after receiving police protection during Peterborough visit, raising questions about ministerial security arrangements and taxpayer funding.
Labour Minister Quits After Breaking Ministerial Code
A senior Labour cabinet minister has been compelled to step down after violating government laws, sparking accusations of preferential treatment and internal party turmoil.
McVey's 'Common Sense' Bill Sparks Commons Clash
Conservative MP Esther McVey faces parliamentary opposition as she introduces controversial legislation granting ministers new powers to override 'woke' civil service guidance, prompting heated debate about government overreach.
Electric Cars Produce More CO2 Than Petrol - Shock Study
Groundbreaking research challenges the green credentials of electric vehicles, showing some models generate higher lifetime emissions than traditional petrol cars, raising questions about Britain's net-zero strategy.
Stolen luxury cars found in shipping containers
Exclusive investigation reveals how stolen high-end vehicles are being smuggled abroad in shipping containers from UK ports, with authorities intercepting luxury cars worth over £230,000 destined for foreign markets.
Waymo CEO responds to first robotaxi fatality in San Francisco
Exclusive: Waymo's chief executive addresses the tragic death involving a self-driving vehicle in San Francisco as authorities launch investigation into the landmark incident.
Ministerial power remains in new environment laws
Australia's environment minister will retain final approval power over contentious development projects under Labor's newly unveiled environmental protection legislation, sparking criticism from conservation groups.
Kemi Badenoch exposed in WhatsApp leak scandal
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch faces mounting pressure after leaked WhatsApp conversations show she misled the public about correspondence with former Post Office chairman Henry Staunton.
Jess Phillips confronts minister over 'disgusting' Commons conduct
Labour MP Jess Phillips demands answers from policing minister Chris Philp after he appeared to mock her during a debate about violence against women, sparking parliamentary outrage.
Waymo Driverless Cars Launch in London
London becomes Europe's first major city to welcome fully driverless cars as Waymo launches public robotaxi service, marking a transformative moment for urban transport.
EVs Cost More Than Petrol Cars, New Study Reveals
Groundbreaking research from the UK shows electric vehicles are now more expensive to fuel than their petrol counterparts, challenging government net-zero policies and consumer assumptions about EV ownership costs.
Labour's grooming gangs inquiry stalled by chair delay
The government's landmark inquiry into grooming gangs has hit a major roadblock as ministers struggle to find a chair months after promising urgent action. Critics accuse Labour of delaying crucial child protection reforms.
Speaker's Fury Over Collapsed China Spy Case
Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle unleashes unprecedented anger as sensitive China spying prosecution collapses, raising national security concerns and ministerial accountability questions.
Nissan Ariya EV: Major price cuts & range improvements
Nissan slashes £3,500 off its award-winning Ariya electric SUV while enhancing battery range and introducing new features, making electric driving more accessible than ever.
UK Scraps Ministerial Jobs Watchdog ACOBA
The UK government has abolished ACOBA, the watchdog regulating post-ministerial jobs, in a sweeping ethics reform that raises concerns about transparency and the 'revolving door' between politics and business.
Scottish Finance Secretary resigns over rules breach
Kate Forbes steps down as Scotland's Finance Secretary after breaking ministerial rules by failing to register husband's company interests, dealing another blow to John Swinney's government.
McConaughey's Transformers Camaro sells for £3.4m
The legendary Chevrolet Camaro that starred alongside Matthew McConaughey in Transformers has been sold at auction for an incredible £3.4 million, smashing expectations and setting a new benchmark for Hollywood memorabilia.
Tory Minister's Civil Service Comments Spark Constitutional Row
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride faces backlash after suggesting civil servants should implement Tory policies 'in a way that is consistent with their objectives' in major breach of ministerial code.
Top 10 Small Electric Cars 2024: UK's Best Eco Rides
Discover the finest compact electric vehicles perfect for navigating British cities while saving on running costs and reducing emissions in our comprehensive 2024 guide.
UK's Most Reliable Cars Revealed in 2024 Survey
New research uncovers Britain's most dependable vehicles as Japanese manufacturers dominate while premium brands face reliability concerns in latest owner survey.
Britain's Most Uncool Cars Revealed - Is Yours On The List?
A new study has exposed the UK's least fashionable cars, with the Vauxhall Meriva and Nissan Cube topping the list of automotive faux pas. Discover which models are deemed terminally uncool.
Legal Threat to Lammy Over Gaza Arms Policy
Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under intense scrutiny as a new legal opinion suggests he could be held personally liable for his policy on Gaza, testing the boundaries of ministerial responsibility.
Scottish Justice Secretary Faces Ministerial Code Probe
Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance is under investigation for a potential breach of ministerial rules after contacting a public body about a constituent's case, raising questions about propriety in the Scottish Government.
Labour Minister Paul Ovenden Resigns from Starmer Cabinet
Exclusive: Labour MP Paul Ovenden dramatically resigns from Keir Starmer's government, citing 'deep concerns' over policy direction and Whitehall dysfunction in a major blow to the Prime Minister.
Starmer's Government: 13 Ministerial Exits in 14 Months
Exclusive investigation reveals a pattern of embarrassing ministerial exits from Keir Starmer's government, with associates linked to convicted fraudsters and tax-dodging diplomats raising serious questions about vetting procedures.
Starmer's Cabinet Reshuffle: Key Ministers Forced Out
Prime Minister Keir Starmer executes a dramatic Cabinet overhaul, dismissing key figures including the Chancellor and Defence Secretary in a bold political reset just weeks into his premiership.
Angela Rayner vows to resign if police find rule breach
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner makes a high-stakes pledge to step down if an ongoing police investigation finds she breached rules over her former council house sale and tax affairs, as the political pressure intensifies.
Badenoch Accuses Starmer of Ministerial Code Breach
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch has launched a scathing attack on Sir Keir Starmer, alleging the Labour leader improperly used government resources. The explosive claim, denied by Labour, centres on a letter sent during Starmer's time as Director of Public
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