Rachel Reeves' conference speech disaster: Forgets lines
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves suffers major embarrassment at Labour Party Conference after forgetting her own speech lines, forcing Keir Starmer to intervene with an impromptu toast rescue.
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Starmer sidelines Chancellor Reeves in major cabinet reshuffle
In a surprise move, PM Keir Starmer sidelines Chancellor Rachel Reeves, appointing her to a new 'mission delivery' role. The dramatic cabinet shake-up signals a major strategic shift for the new Labour government.
Starmer's Cabinet: Reeves as Chancellor, Rayner as Deputy PM
Sir Keir Starmer has appointed his top team, with Rachel Reeves as the UK's first female Chancellor and Angela Rayner as Deputy PM. Get the full list of key appointments and the political strategy behind the new government.
David Lammy Sparks Labour Outrage Over Gaza Comments
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy faces backlash from within Labour ranks after calling for more aid to Gaza. Senior MPs condemn his remarks as MPs demand party discipline.
Labour coup: Starmer faces rebellion over Rayner's future
Sir Keir Starmer confronts a major Labour Party crisis as senior shadow ministers threaten to resign unless he reinstates Angela Rayner to the frontbench, exposing deep internal fractures.
Starmer Appoints Sue Gray as Chief of Staff in No.10 Shake-Up
Prime Minister Keir Starmer appoints former Perm Sec Sue Gray as Chief of Staff in a major Downing Street restructuring, signalling a new era of government efficiency.
Starmer Reshuffles Cabinet, Appoints New Chancellor
Prime Minister Keir Starmer executes a major government reshuffle, appointing a new Chancellor to Number 10 and promoting key allies to strengthen his economic and policy agenda.
Doubts cast on Kemi Badenoch's US medical school offer claim
New evidence casts doubt on Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch's claim that she turned down a US medical school place for UK politics, raising questions over her account.
Starmer Faces Cabinet Reshuffle Calls Amid Reform UK Surge
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing calls for a major Cabinet reshuffle from within his own party as Nigel Farage's Reform UK gains momentum in the polls, sparking internal Labour concerns.
Trump's Cabinet Plan: 90% White Men, Far-Right Figures
Exclusive analysis reveals Donald Trump's proposed cabinet for a potential second term is dominated by white men and figures with controversial far-right connections, raising alarms about diversity and governance.
Starmer demands full Sue Gray report in clash with Sunak
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer challenges PM Rishi Sunak to publish the complete Sue Gray report, alleging a 'cover-up' over the investigation into her move to become his chief of staff. The political standoff escalates.
Albanese accused of bullying senator in Trump-style clash
Explosive revelations emerge as Australian Senator Fatima Payman alleges Prime Minister Anthony Albanese engaged in 'bullying' tactics during a heated cabinet meeting over her stance on Palestine, drawing comparisons to Trump's leadership style.
Octopus Energy Founder Joins UK Government in Policy Role
Greg Jackson, founder of Octopus Energy, takes on a pivotal Cabinet Office role to shape the UK's future energy strategy, leveraging his industry expertise to drive green policy and consumer-focused reforms.
Top Minister Savages Farage Over 'Disgraceful' Putin Defence
A senior Cabinet Minister has launched a blistering attack on Nigel Farage, branding his defence of Vladimir Putin 'disgraceful' and accusing him of parroting Kremlin propaganda that undermines the West.
Trump Halts Meeting Over Zuckerberg's AI Factory Plans
Former President Donald Trump dramatically interrupted a cabinet meeting to warn about Mark Zuckerberg's massive AI facility, comparing its scale to 'nuclear weapons' and demanding immediate regulatory action.
Wes Streeting Poaches Starmer Aide In Major Power Move
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting makes a strategic power move by poaching a top Keir Starmer aide, igniting speculation about his leadership ambitions and a major Labour Party reshuffle.
Corbyn's New Party Threatens 11 Cabinet Ministers' Seats
Exclusive analysis reveals Jeremy Corbyn's new political movement could cause a dramatic upset in British politics by splitting the left-wing vote, putting eleven serving Cabinet ministers at severe risk of losing their parliamentary seats.
Govt Scraps Flawed COVID Recovery Plan After NAO Report
A damning report forces the UK government to abandon its flawed COVID recovery strategy, exposing a 'lack of clarity' and 'insufficient' cross-department coordination in Whitehall.
Trump's Billionaire Cabinet: Musk, Oil Titans for White House
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal Donald Trump's secret shortlist for a potential 2024 administration, featuring Elon Musk and oil tycoon Harold Hamm in top roles, signalling a dramatic pro-business shift.
Christian Group Demands Ban on Civil Service Pride Lanyards
Exclusive: The Christian Institute faces a major backlash after demanding a ban on Civil Service Pride lanyards, accusing the government of 'virtue signalling' and triggering a fierce debate on LGBTQ+ inclusion in Whitehall.
Brexit Minister's French Car Fuels Hypocrisy Row
Cabinet minister Mark Spencer faces accusations of hypocrisy after being spotted driving a French Citroën amid post-Brexit trade tensions. Critics blast the 'staggering' lack of patriotism.
Katherine Kelly's dark journey for Yorkshire Ripper drama
Actress Katherine Kelly opens up about the emotional toll of portraying a grieving mother in ITV's gripping true-crime drama 'The Long Shadow', based on the Yorkshire Ripper case.
Protesters target Yvette Cooper's home
Radical activists from Palestine Action have sparked outrage after targeting Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper's home. Critics argue their tactics reveal dangerous extremism.
Rachel Reeves outlines Labour's plan to tackle inflation
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines Labour's strategy to combat inflation and stimulate economic growth, promising stability and long-term investment.
Rachel Reeves: Labour's past economic choices were 'wrong'
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves has openly acknowledged that Labour's previous economic policies were flawed. Discover how the party plans to rebuild trust and reshape Britain's financial future.
Labour ministers earn big from rental properties
A recent investigation has uncovered that four Labour cabinet ministers are earning significant rental income, raising questions about property interests within the government.
Labour MP resigns over homelessness crisis
Labour MP Rushanara Ali steps down from her frontbench role, citing the party's failure to address homelessness and protect private renters effectively.
Labour MP resigns over rent hike crisis
Labour MP Rushanara Ali steps down as shadow homelessness minister, citing the party's failure to oppose government policies exacerbating the housing crisis.
Labour minister quits Starmer's cabinet after months
Labour MP Rushanara Ali steps down from her ministerial role, sparking speculation about internal tensions within Keir Starmer's new government.
Israel approves Gaza City takeover plan
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's controversial strategy to take over Gaza City has been approved by Israel's cabinet, escalating tensions in the region.
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