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Police Probe Security Alert at Scottish Parliament

Police Scotland launches investigation after a major security alert forces the lockdown and evacuation of the Scottish Parliament building at Holyrood, disrupting parliamentary business.

Farage Faces Parliamentary Summons Over Russian Links

Exclusive: Nigel Farage is under mounting pressure to testify before a powerful parliamentary committee investigating alleged Russian interference in UK politics, with MPs demanding answers about his connections to Moscow-linked figures.

Rayner Faces Sleaze Probe Over £800k Apartment Tax Row

Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner is under investigation for a potential breach of parliamentary rules and tax avoidance allegations surrounding the sale of her former council house. The probe centres on whether she correctly paid stamp duty and capital

Police probe security breach at Scottish Parliament

Police Scotland launches an investigation after a man breaches security at the Scottish Parliament building in Holyrood, prompting a full lockdown and raising serious questions about safety protocols.

Mexican Senators Brawl in Shocking Parliament Fight

Extraordinary scenes unfolded in the Mexican Senate as a heated debate descended into a full-blown physical altercation, with lawmakers shoving and throwing punches in the chamber. Watch the viral video.

University of Edinburgh Launches Slavery Legacy Inquiry

The University of Edinburgh commissions an independent academic study to investigate its historical links to the transatlantic slave trade, aiming for transparency and a deeper understanding of its colonial legacy.

Jacqui Lambie's Midwinter Ball glamour steals spotlight

Australian Senator Jacqui Lambie made a stunning entrance at Canberra's prestigious Midwinter Ball, captivating attendees with her elegant black gown and sparkling wit. Get the inside scoop on the night's most talked-about fashion and political moments.

Ex-Parliament Clerk's £50k Police Payout Sparks Fury

Exclusive: A former House of Commons clerk received a £50,000 payout from police after a probe into her conduct was dropped. The revelation has ignited a political firestorm over public spending and accountability in Westminster.

Sunak accused of 'dictator' tactics over watchdog purge

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces a furious backlash after quietly scrapping seven independent parliamentary watchdogs in a move branded 'deeply sinister' and 'dictator-esque' by MPs and transparency campaigners.

Five Met Detectives Arrested Over Christmas Party Sex Assault

Exclusive: Five Scotland Yard detectives from the elite Parliamentary and Diplomatic Protection Command have been suspended and arrested following serious sexual assault allegations at an official Christmas party. The officers, including a sergeant, are u

Youngest Senator Reveals Depression Battle in Raw Speech

In a powerful and deeply personal inaugural address, Australia's youngest senator has bravely detailed her battle with depression, criticised dismissive 'whack' responses to mental health, and shared a touching pet-related white lie that helped her throug

NHS Maternity 'Crisis' Causing Trauma and Deaths - MPs

A damning parliamentary inquiry exposes a systemic failure in NHS maternity care, with women facing traumatic births, life-changing injuries, and an 'unacceptable' number of preventable deaths, demanding urgent government action.

NHS Launches Free At-Home Hepatitis C Testing Kit

The NHS rolls out a revolutionary free postal testing service for Hepatitis C, a major step forward in the UK's mission to eliminate the virus by 2030. This initiative is a direct response to the Infected Blood Inquiry, offering a discreet and accessible

Labour MP Faces Watchdog Probe Over Taxi Expenses Claims

Exclusive: Disabled Labour MP Marsha de Cordova is under investigation by the parliamentary watchdog over claims for taxi journeys. The probe centres on whether trips were for personal or parliamentary business.

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