Tiny village of 314 braces for 1,250 migrants - 'we're being made prisoners'
Residents of Piddington, a village of 314 people, say their lives will change if a former military site houses 1,250 asylum seekers, prompting an independence ballot.
Category : Politics
PM urges shops to withdraw disposable barbecues over wildfire risk
The Prime Minister urged retailers to pull disposable barbecues from shelves as he warned extreme heat could last weeks, after chairing a Cobra meeting on wildfires and drought.
Scottish Labour leadership race marred by infighting
Scottish Labour's leadership contest has descended into bitter infighting, with allies of the three candidates at each other's throats. The party's membership has fallen to around 11,000 from over 25,000 in 2018.
WRU urged to show evidence on cutting Welsh rugby team
Welsh rugby faces months of uncertainty as the WRU plans to cut one west Wales team. Critics demand transparency on finances and priorities before any decision.
Joyce calls One Nation 'gayest party' after candidate's comments
Barnaby Joyce has defended One Nation as 'one of the gayest parties in Australia' after a former candidate's homophobic comments surfaced, calling them 'highly offensive'.
Germany approves lifting curbs on spy agencies in security 'revolution'
Germany's cabinet approved a draft law to lift postwar restraints on intelligence agencies, granting new powers including AI-assisted hacking and data collection, to counter threats from Russia and China.
Democrats demand briefing after Trump's secret flight swap
Democrats have called for a congressional briefing after Trump was secretly moved to a different plane, leaving staff and media on Air Force One as a decoy during an alleged Iranian threat.
Labour chair accuses Tice of 'chilling' press freedom attack
Richard Tice, Reform UK's deputy leader, faces accusations from Labour's Bridget Phillipson of a 'deeply chilling attempt to silence the free press' after legal threats over Guardian reporting on his finances.
Clacton: A Human Zoo? Resident's Account of Farage's Circus
Sarah Elizabeth Cox, a Clacton resident since 2022, describes the town's transformation into a media circus under Nigel Farage's spotlight, with tourists flocking but locals feeling stigmatized and ignored.
Pressure mounts on Albanese to deliver gambling reform
Pressure mounts on Anthony Albanese to pass gambling reform after allegations betting companies offered drugs and sex workers to gamblers, with negotiations ongoing with the Coalition.
Crowley accepts Wisconsin Democratic nomination, vows unity
David Crowley accepted the Democratic nomination for Wisconsin governor on Wednesday, pledging to unite the party after a contentious primary and earn support from progressive rival Francesca Hong's backers.
Trump 'hid with' blonde aide, 34, during plane switch drama
President Donald Trump ensured his trusted personal aide, Natalie Harp, was by his side when he covertly switched from Air Force One to a decoy aircraft amid a credible assassination threat from Iran.
Scottish Labour membership collapses by a third under Sarwar
Scottish Labour membership has collapsed by a third under Anas Sarwar, according to leadership candidate Michael Marra, who estimates numbers have fallen to 11,000.
Trump attacks Iran as Mideast tensions soar
Donald Trump has launched a furious attack against Iran in another outburst as Middle East tensions soar, in a breaking story that is developing.
Clacton 2024 general election results in full
Reform leader Nigel Farage won the Clacton seat in the 2024 general election with a majority of 8,405 over Conservative Giles Watling. Full results are listed.
Ann Widdecombe laid to rest at Buckfast Abbey after murder
Ann Widdecombe was laid to rest at Buckfast Abbey on Wednesday, following her death last month. The private service was attended by friends and family, with tributes from journalist Andrew Pierce.
Burnham 'out of touch' over migrant plan to spread arrivals
Critics blast Andy Burnham's plan to spread Channel migrants across the UK, saying it shows he is out of touch, as Home Office admits civil unrest in poorer areas.
Wildfire total for 2026 in England and Wales reaches last year's mark
England and Wales have recorded 1,017 wildfires so far in 2026, matching last year's record total, as the Prime Minister convenes an emergency Cobra meeting over extreme heat and drought.
2026 wildfires match last year's record in England and Wales
England and Wales have recorded 1,017 wildfires in 2026 so far, equalling last year's record total, as PM Andy Burnham prepares to chair a Cobra meeting on extreme weather.
Reform UK activists told not to 'drink and Tweet' in leaked videos
Reform UK's leaked training videos warn that its own members are the 'biggest threat' to the party, urging activists to avoid 'drink and tweet' and to deliver leaflets without party branding.
Anna Chapman: Russian Spy Who Charmed London and New York
Anna Chapman lived a VIP life in London and New York before the FBI exposed her as a Russian spy. Arrested in 2010, she was swapped in a historic prisoner exchange and returned to Russia.
Farage to Stand in Clacton By-Election
Nigel Farage will seek to regain the Clacton seat he quit on July 7, facing 33 candidates including Count Binface, in a by-election on August 13.
Britannia Ashley Hotel future unclear after asylum use ends
The Britannia Ashley Hotel in Hale has stopped housing asylum seekers, and its owners say they are reviewing options, with no final decision yet on the site's future.
Hostile times for women in politics as online abuse normalised
Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth warns social media abuse has become 'normalised' for female politicians, making it harder for women to operate in a more combative political environment.
Scotland revenue record high but deficit £25.3bn
Scotland's revenues hit a record £98.3bn in 2025-26, but spending reached £123.6bn, leaving a £25.3bn deficit. Public spending per person was £2,720 higher than UK average.
Newcastle's spending spree leaves no room for PSR complaints
Newcastle fans have no right to moan about Profit & Sustainability Rules, says Harry Brent, citing their state-backed ownership and a litany of overpriced signings.
Gilruth: 'Hostile times' for women in politics as online abuse 'normalised'
Scotland's Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth has said social media abuse has become 'normalised' for female politicians, making it harder for women to operate in a combative political environment.
Trump's former aide mocked for post amid nodding off
Donald Trump's former aide Jayme Leagh Franklin faced backlash on Instagram after posting support for the president, who appeared to fall asleep during a vaccine executive order signing.
DWP confirms consultation on workplace heat limits as 38C looms
The government has confirmed the Health and Safety Executive will consult on workplace temperature rules as parts of the UK face 38C heat and calls grow for action.
Farage far from done as Burnham dithers on election
Nigel Farage is far from finished, and Andy Burnham's reluctance to call a general election proves it, argues political commentator Jonathan Saxty.
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