Iran Declares Strait of Hormuz Closed After US Strikes
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz after US airstrikes hit 140 military targets. Tehran vows closure until US interference ends, while US says traffic continues.
Category : Constitution
Hillsborough Law Returns to Commons Tuesday
The Hillsborough Law will return to the House of Commons on Tuesday for its remaining stages, after concerns it would be delayed until after the summer recess. The bill creates a duty of candour for public officials.
Left-Wing Hypocrisy: Activists Block Asylum Seeker Housing
Oxford Stand Up To Racism petitions against housing 1,250 asylum seekers in Bicester, citing dehumanisation and far-Right threats, but offers no alternative sites.
SNP's £825k Yes Scotland Bailout Questioned
The SNP is facing new scrutiny over £825,000 payments to Yes Scotland after the 2014 referendum, with critics branding it a bailout and demanding clearer explanations of the campaign's chaotic finances.
White House: Iran Deal Increasingly Unlikely
Senior US officials have privately acknowledged that a nuclear deal with Iran is 'growing increasingly unlikely,' as ceasefire collapses and tensions escalate.
Trump says Iran ceasefire over but agrees to peace talks
Donald Trump announced the ceasefire with Iran is over but agreed to continue talks. The US president said Iran asked to resume negotiations after recent clashes over the Strait of Hormuz.
Putin Preparing for Major War Escalation, Czech President Warns
Czech President Petr Pavel warns that Russia is preparing for a huge war escalation after its September elections, urging Ukraine to restart peace talks while a window for diplomacy remains.
Meghan in UK but Skips Harry's Invictus Event Over Security
Meghan Markle has arrived in the UK for the first time in four years with children Archie and Lilibet, but skipped Prince Harry's Invictus Games event due to security concerns, staying at Althorp instead.
MP's AI Story and Labour Majority Claims Fact-Checked
Full Fact reveals MP Sureena Brackenridge's social media story about nurse 'Maya' was fictional and AI-generated, while Keir Starmer incorrectly claimed Labour has only won three majorities.
Count Binface v Nigel Farage: Six threats for Reform UK leader
Nigel Farage faces a farcical by-election in Clacton against Count Binface and other novelty candidates, sparking global mockery and potential embarrassment for the Reform UK leader.
Assembly Launches Review into Jeffrey Donaldson Allegations
The Northern Ireland Assembly has initiated a review into alleged abuse or inappropriate behaviour by former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson at Stormont, following his conviction for sex offences.
Major TV Licence Rule Change Proposed for UK Households
A proposal for a major change to TV licence rules is moving forward, with a new petition calling for a referendum on abolishing the £180 fee. Campaigners want the public to decide the BBC's future funding.
SNP Trust Breach Claim 'Nigh On Irresistible'
A civil claim against the SNP for fraudulent breach of trust over £600,000 in donations is 'nigh on irresistible', says Roddy Dunlop KC. Legal action is being prepared by blogger Stuart Campbell.
Ann Widdecombe: Brexit Like Slave Emancipation
In a 2019 EU Parliament speech, Ann Widdecombe likened Brexit to slave emancipation, calling EU leadership elections undemocratic and affirming Britain's departure.
US Supreme Court Likely to Return Trump Immunity Case to Lower Court
US Supreme Court likely to send Trump's immunity claim back to lower court, delaying trial and potentially aiding his legal strategy.
Colombia's U'wa People Take Land Rights Case to Inter-American Court
U'wa Indigenous community takes Colombia to Inter-American Court over land rights and oil pollution, seeking protection for ancestral territory.
Victorian Coalition vows to scrap Aboriginal treaty if elected in 2026
Victorian Coalition vows to repeal Aboriginal treaty within 100 days if elected in 2026, proposing new department instead.
Labour Questions Reform UK Over Reported Donation Probe
Labour's Anna Turley says there are 'legitimate questions' for Reform UK after reports the Met Police has been investigating £500,000 donations for over a year.
Royal Lack Of Transparency Demands Constitutional Change
A letter argues that the monarchy's lack of transparency requires constitutional change, not just royal discretion, citing the Andrew-Epstein scandal.
‘King Trump’ stronger than ever after US Supreme Court bolsters his agenda
US Supreme Court rulings strengthen Trump's presidential power despite birthright citizenship setback, alarming legal scholars.
SNP Backs Swinney's 'Clear' Strategy for New Independence Referendum
SNP members back Swinney's strategy: a Holyrood majority is the only route to a new independence referendum, rejecting a de facto vote amendment.
Retired US Supreme Court Justice Kennedy Warns Democracy Under Threat
Retired US Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy warns democracy is not guaranteed to survive amid rising partisanship and bitterness in court opinions.
Deporting Rochdale Grooming Gang Leader Not the Answer
Shabana Mahmood seeks to deport Rochdale grooming ringleader Shabir Ahmed, but writer Sharan Dhaliwal argues Britain should keep him jailed forever, not shift blame abroad.
Trump asks Supreme Court to reconsider birthright citizenship
President Trump says he will ask the US Supreme Court to reconsider its ruling upholding birthright citizenship, citing a Texas hospital's billboards advertising maternity services in Mexico as new evidence.
US Supreme Court Begins Pivotal New Term With Major Cases
US Supreme Court begins new term with major cases on voting rights, tariffs, and executive power, as Trump asserts authority.
Victoria’s First Peoples’ Assembly to Become Permanent with New Powers Under Treaty Bill
Victoria's First Peoples' Assembly to become permanent with decision-making powers under a treaty bill, advising ministers and managing grants.
Green Leader Polanski Eyes Historic Mayoral Win
Green Party leader Zach Polanski aims for another historic victory in the Greater Manchester mayoral election, following Hannah Spencer's by-election win in Gorton and Denton.
MP Slams Lords' 'Cruel' Amendments to Assisted Dying Bill
Kim Leadbeater criticises Lords amendments to assisted dying bill as 'cruel' and designed to block the legislation.
Lowe Sparks Outrage Over Dunblane Comments
Restore Britain leader Rupert Lowe incorrectly told Joe Rogan there was just 'one murder' during the Dunblane massacre, in which 16 children and a teacher were killed.
Farage faced 'stitch-up' in £5m gift probe: Jenrick
Robert Jenrick says Nigel Farage triggered a by-election after concluding he faced a 'stitch-up' amid a standards probe into a £5 million gift from a crypto-billionaire, likening the process to a 'kangaroo court.'
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