Ethics Watchdogs Defy Swinney to Probe Minister
First Minister John Swinney faces a major setback as independent advisers launch a probe into Justice Secretary Angela Constance over grooming gangs remarks. Read the full story.
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Constance faces ministerial code investigation
Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance is under investigation for allegedly misleading MSPs over grooming gangs expert comments. The probe's outcome will be published in a timely manner.
Swinney Defends Minister as Holyrood FMQs Turns Bitter
The final First Minister's Questions of the year saw clashes over the Angela Constance scandal and record homelessness. Discover the heated exchanges and political fallout.
Constance grilled by committee over inaccurate statement
Justice Secretary Angela Constance faced a tough Holyrood committee over misleading parliament and potential Ministerial Code breaches. Read the full details of the inquiry.
SNP's Constance Under Fire for Ministerial Code Breaches
Angela Constance apologised to child abuse expert Professor Alexis Jay in a private call with no official present, sparking fresh calls for a formal investigation into her conduct.
Constance apology sparks ministerial code breach claim
Scotland's Justice Secretary Angela Constance faces scrutiny after a personal apology call to Professor Alexis Jay. Could this breach the ministerial code? Read the latest.
Minister Wells under fire for taxpayer-funded trip and silence
Labour's Anika Wells faces resignation calls after failing to clarify timeline of taxpayer-funded Adelaide trip that coincided with a friend's birthday. Her silence on a national TV promise raises serious questions about ministerial accountability.
Calls for probe into Justice Secretary after Holyrood vote
Scottish Justice Secretary Angela Constance survives a no confidence vote, but opposition leaders demand an inquiry into whether she breached the ministerial code over grooming gangs comments.
Constance survives vote but faces calls for investigation
Scotland's Justice Secretary Angela Constance survives a Holyrood no confidence vote, but Labour demands an independent probe into a potential ministerial code breach over grooming gangs inquiry remarks.
Keir Starmer says Angela Rayner will return to cabinet
Prime Minister Keir Starmer gives clearest signal yet that Angela Rayner will make a cabinet comeback, praising her as 'hugely talented'. Read the latest on UK politics.
Starmer confirms Angela Rayner will return to cabinet
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces the return of 'hugely talented' former deputy PM Angela Rayner to his cabinet following her resignation over a stamp duty controversy. Follow the latest UK political developments.
Starmer: Angela Rayner will return to Cabinet
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms former deputy Angela Rayner will rejoin his Cabinet, months after her resignation over a stamp duty breach. Read the full story.
Reeves avoids probe over £20bn 'black hole' claims
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will not face an investigation over claims she misled the public about a £20bn fiscal black hole before the Budget. Read the full story on the watchdog's decision.
Ksubi's Pip Edwards Hosts Star-Studded Sydney Party
Pip Edwards launched Ksubi's 'The Edwards Edit' with a glamorous Sydney party. A-listers like Christian Wilkins and Carina Mirabile attended the Indie Sleaze-themed night. Discover the fashion and the comeback story.
Reeves faces second sleaze probe over budget claims
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces ethics investigation after Nigel Farage reports her over false £20bn black hole claims. Did she mislead markets and taxpayers? Read the full story.
Scottish Government wrongly withheld Sturgeon probe info
Information Commissioner rules Scottish Government unlawfully withheld evidence from Nicola Sturgeon ministerial code investigation. Read the full ruling details.
Sleaze Watchdog: MPs Must Stop Taking Freebies
Parliament's standards commissioner warns MPs must voluntarily reject gifts and hospitality to restore public confidence. Read the full analysis of Westminster's ethics crisis.
Minister's council tax error fuels Labour financial scrutiny
Defence Secretary John Healey underpaid £1500 in council tax due to Westminster Council error. Labour faces fresh scrutiny over ministers' financial affairs. Read the full details.
Sleaze Watchdog Rebukes Starmer Over Football Regulator
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a formal rebuke for involvement in a controversial football regulator appointment, despite a prior recusal agreement. Discover the details of this political scandal.
David Lammy in Ministerial Code breach row over prisoner comments
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy faces backlash after appearing to reveal sensitive prisoner release information during PMQs, raising serious questions about ministerial conduct.
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.
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.
Rachel Reeves in illegal letting scandal probe
Exclusive investigation reveals Labour's Rachel Reeves embroiled in property controversy as her husband's company faces probe over potentially illegal rental arrangements in Westminster property drama.
Starmer Refuses Sleaze Probe Into Reeves' Rental
Labour leader Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure as he refuses to investigate Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves' controversial rental property arrangement, sparking accusations of hypocrisy.
Rachel Reeves investigated over London rental licence
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves under investigation for renting London home without proper licence amid Labour's anti-sleaze campaign
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.
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.
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