Starmer Shakes Up Whitehall to Curb Treasury Power

Prime Minister Keir Starmer launches a radical restructuring of Number 10, aiming to decentralise power from the Treasury and reclaim control over domestic policy direction. The move signals a dramatic shift in how Downing Street operates.

Kenyan Police Deployment to Haiti Delayed After PM's Exit

The planned deployment of 1,000 Kenyan police officers to Haiti has been postponed following the sudden resignation of Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry, throwing the international security mission into disarray.

UK Foreign Sec Lammy Demands Immediate Gaza Ceasefire

In a major foreign policy address, Britain's new Foreign Secretary David Lammy calls for an urgent ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, and unfettered humanitarian access, signalling a shift in UK tone.

Reform UK councillor in ice cream vote scandal

A Reform UK councillor in Hartlepool is under investigation by police after allegedly offering free ice creams to residents in exchange for their postal vote applications, in a shocking case of electoral malpractice.

Cooper accused of pushing children to smugglers with scheme halt

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faces a blistering attack from charities and political opponents after abruptly terminating a key refugee resettlement programme, with critics warning the move risks pushing vulnerable children towards dangerous Channel crossi

Leaked 'Gaza Riviera' Plan Dismissed as 'Insane'

A leaked Israeli proposal for a luxury 'Gaza Riviera' with hotels and marinas on the coast of a depopulated Gaza has been condemned by Palestinians and UK MPs as a dystopian attempt to whitewash what they call ethnic cleansing.

Labour Pledge: Scrap Family Visa Income Rule

Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper pledges to abolish the controversial minimum income rule for family visas, calling it 'unfair' and 'unworkable' while accusing the Tories of failing on immigration.

Former Tory MP David Warburton Found Dead

Former Conservative MP David Warburton has been found dead at his west London flat, months after resigning amid allegations of sexual misconduct and cocaine use. Police confirm no suspicious circumstances.

Reform UK's Habib: Sunak's Brexit a "Disaster"

Exclusive: Reform UK deputy leader Ben Habib launches blistering critique of PM Sunak's Brexit implementation, vowing to challenge Tories in upcoming elections over their 'abject failure' to leverage EU exit benefits.

Supreme Court rejects pothole injury claim against council

The UK Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from a Kirkcaldy man seeking to sue Dundee City Council for a knee injury sustained from a pothole, setting a significant legal precedent for personal injury claims against local authorities.

Rudy Giuliani Hospitalised Following Car Crash in Maryland

Former Trump lawyer and ex-New York mayor Rudy Giuliani is in hospital following a dramatic car collision in Maryland. The 80-year-old is receiving treatment for what aides describe as 'non-life threatening' injuries.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams flies to Grenada during federal probe

New York City Mayor Eric Adams departs for an unannounced trip to Grenada as a federal investigation into his 2021 campaign fundraising continues. The Independent reports on the timing and details of his Caribbean visit.

Humza Yousaf accused of believing he's 'above the law'

Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf faces blistering criticism from political rivals who accuse him of acting as if 'the law is for other people' following his controversial comments about defying Westminster legislation.

Kristi Noem Defends Dog Shooting in Explosive CBS Interview

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces intense backlash and defends her controversial decision to shoot a 14-month-old dog in a revealing CBS Face The Nation interview, sparking outrage and jeopardising her political future.

Tory MP David Warburton Dies Amid Sex and Drugs Scandal

Conservative MP for Somerton and Frome, David Warburton, has been found dead amidst an ongoing investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and cocaine use, prompting his resignation and a by-election.

Tory MP David Warburton resigns after cocaine scandal

Ex-Conservative MP David Warburton has officially resigned from Parliament following a 14-month suspension over allegations of cocaine use and sexual misconduct, triggering a crucial by-election in his Somerset seat.

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