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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.

Labour attacks CPS over collapsed China spy trial

Keir Starmer's Labour Party launches extraordinary attack on Crown Prosecution Service after espionage case against parliamentary researcher collapses, raising serious national security concerns.

Starmer targeted in major Chinese spy operation

Exclusive investigation reveals how Chinese spies attempted to compromise senior Labour figures including Keir Starmer through a suspected parliamentary researcher with access to sensitive defence information.

MPs' researcher in China spy case nightmare

A former parliamentary researcher's career aspirations turned into a national security crisis as he faces charges of spying for China, revealing vulnerabilities in Westminster's security protocols.

China Spy Scandal Rocks Westminster Parliament

EXCLUSIVE: A parliamentary researcher with ties to senior Tories and Labour faces allegations of spying for China, sparking major national security concerns and political fallout across party lines.

Westminster Researcher Arrested in China Spy Case

Exclusive investigation reveals how a parliamentary researcher was arrested on suspicion of spying for China, raising serious national security concerns about foreign interference in British politics.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

China's 'Carte Blanche' Spy Operation Exposed in UK

Exclusive investigation reveals how Chinese intelligence agents operated with virtual impunity across the UK, accessing sensitive parliamentary areas and targeting officials in sophisticated espionage campaign.

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