Peers Lobbying Scandal: Lords Reform Now Essential
Fresh lobbying scandal reveals peers exploiting positions for profit. Comprehensive Lords reform is vital to restore public trust in UK democracy. Act now.
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Two Lords Suspended in Lobbying Scandal
Peers Richard Dannatt and David Evans face lengthy suspensions from the House of Lords after a Guardian investigation exposed breaches of lobbying rules, raising serious questions about standards and the future of the unelected chamber.
Two Lords suspended for breaking lobbying rules
Two peers face hefty suspensions for breaking House of Lords lobbying rules, exposing systemic issues in the unreformed second chamber. Read the full analysis.
Farage Under Investigation Over Campaign Donations
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is under investigation by Parliament's standards watchdog over undeclared campaign donations, raising questions about financial transparency in British politics.
Court rejects MP Liam Byrne's standards appeal
Former Minister Liam Byrne faces political setback as Court of Appeal rejects bid to overturn parliamentary standards ruling, raising questions about MP conduct and accountability.
Reform UK crisis as candidates abandon Farage before election
Exclusive investigation reveals Reform UK in turmoil as multiple parliamentary candidates withdraw support, dealing major blow to Nigel Farage's election ambitions just days before polling.
MPs challenge King Charles's parliamentary role
Exclusive: Senior MPs and Republic campaigners demand removal of King Charles from parliamentary processes, calling for urgent democratic reforms in the monarchy's political influence.
MP demands three-year lobbying ban for ex-ministers
Independent MP Monique Ryan calls for urgent parliamentary reform to prevent MPs from immediately joining lobbying firms after leaving office, citing serious conflict of interest concerns.
Lord Dick Taverne: Political Maverick Dies at 95
The remarkable life and career of Lord Dick Taverne QC, the courageous politician who risked everything to stand by his principles and changed British politics forever.
Britain's unwritten constitution: A dangerous gamble?
As democratic norms face unprecedented challenges globally, experts warn that Britain's unwritten constitution leaves the nation dangerously exposed to potential authoritarian overreach and constitutional crises.
Labour proposes cutting 100 MPs in major parliamentary reform
Labour proposes cutting 100 MPs in dramatic parliamentary reform while Nigel Farage threatens to 'smash' the Conservative party over Brexit betrayal concerns.
MPs demand law to formally declare election winners
Cross-party parliamentary committee calls for legislation to formally declare election victors and clarify government formation process in constitutional shake-up.
Reform UK candidates defect to Labour before election
In a dramatic political shift, two prominent Reform UK parliamentary candidates have defected to Labour, dealing a significant blow to Nigel Farage's party ahead of the general election.
UK Spying Case Collapse: Chinese Pressure Suspected
The mysterious collapse of a high-profile spying case involving a parliamentary researcher raises serious questions about Chinese influence on British justice and national security.
Minister defends government handling of China spy case
Cabinet minister insists the government provided comprehensive support to parliamentary staffer at centre of alleged China espionage investigation, as political pressure mounts over security protocols.
MPs: Gaza students blocked from bringing children to UK
Cross-party MPs call on the government to address the visa crisis preventing Gaza students from bringing their children to the UK, highlighting devastating family separations and broken promises.
Senator Pocock evicted from Parliament sports club
Independent Senator David Pocock faces expulsion from Parliament House sports facilities after refusing to pay disputed fees, sparking debate over parliamentary privileges and member rights.
Minister: China threatens UK democracy
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch reveals alarming concerns about Chinese interference in UK politics, warning that Beijing's actions threaten the 'very fabric' of British democracy and parliamentary sovereignty.
Researcher charged with spying for China
A parliamentary researcher has been charged with espionage offences for allegedly spying for China, raising serious concerns about foreign interference in UK politics.
Parliamentary researcher charged in China spy case
Shockwaves hit Parliament as researcher linked to prominent MPs faces espionage charges, raising serious questions about Chinese infiltration in British politics.
NZ MP's baby interrupts parliament with adorable gurgles
A New Zealand MP's parliamentary address took an unexpected turn when his baby's adorable gurgles were picked up by the microphone, causing a viral sensation and bringing rare laughter to the debating chamber.
NZ MP suspended after powerful haka protest in parliament
A dramatic scene unfolded in New Zealand's parliament as Maori MP Rawiri Waititi performed a powerful traditional haka after being ordered to leave the chamber, leading to his suspension in a tense cultural confrontation.
Macron hunts for new PM amid French political crisis
Emmanuel Macron confronts his biggest political challenge yet as he scrambles to appoint a new prime minister following parliamentary elections that left France in political deadlock.
Macron summons parties as France faces PM crisis
President Macron confronts France's deepening political crisis as he summons party leaders for emergency talks following the parliamentary elections, with no clear majority in sight and the country facing governmental paralysis.
Pocock banned from parliamentary club over gambling ties
Former Wallabies captain David Pocock faces parliamentary ban from sports club membership after failing to declare gambling industry ties, sparking debate over political integrity.
Haka performed in New Zealand Parliament in protest
Rawiri Waititi leads Māori Party in stirring traditional performance challenging government policies, creating historic parliamentary moment
NSW constitutional crisis over 120-year-old law
A dramatic constitutional showdown has unfolded in New South Wales as Chris Minns' chief of staff refuses to comply with a parliamentary order, invoking legal privilege and sparking a major political confrontation.
Starmer faces Labour rebellion over Gaza ceasefire stance
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer confronts significant internal dissent as dozens of MPs break ranks to support an immediate Gaza ceasefire, creating the biggest rebellion of his leadership amid growing pressure over the humanitarian crisis.
Westminster shutdown chaos hits humiliating new low
British politics hits embarrassing nadir as lawmakers engage in screaming matches and parliamentary paralysis threatens crucial government funding.
CPS drops China spying case against parliamentary staff
Exclusive: Crown Prosecution Service drops case against UK parliamentary researchers accused of spying for China, citing insufficient evidence in security scandal that rocked Westminster.
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