Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan to Give Evidence at Indigenous Truth-Telling Inquiry
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan to appear at Yoorrook Justice Commission, emphasising truth-telling as critical to treaty process following Voice referendum defeat.
Category : Constitution
Swinney to Call Vote on Referendum Powers Even Without Majority
John Swinney will call a vote on independence referendum powers on the first day of the next Scottish parliament, even without an overall majority, his aide confirms.
Kennedy Center Removes Trump's Name from Website Following Court Order
The Kennedy Center removes Donald Trump's name from its website after a US judge's order, complying with a ruling that only Congress can rename the venue.
Australia's History of Banning Political Groups Raises Concerns Over New Hate Laws
Australia's history of banning political groups raises concerns as new hate laws are proposed, with experts warning of past abuses.
Four Coronation Street Stars Set for Life-Upending Storylines
Four Coronation Street stars including Sally, Tim, Bernie, and Debbie are set for major, life-upending storylines, with twists involving foster parenting and family dynamics.
MPs Push for Action on Prince Andrew’s Epstein Links and Parliamentary Reform
MPs and peers demand police probe into Prince Andrew's Epstein links, title removal legislation, and changes to parliamentary rules restricting scrutiny of royals.
Tennessee Governor Signs Redistricting Law Amid Protests
Tennessee governor signs GOP-backed redistricting law altering a majority-Black Memphis district, sparking protests and legal challenges.
Lawyers Urge Starmer to Reconsider Jury Trial Cuts
Thousands of lawyers write to PM Starmer opposing plans to cut jury trials, warning of miscarriages of justice and citing court underfunding.
Trump bypasses Congress in Venezuela operation, raising executive power concerns
Trump detained Venezuela's Maduro without prior Congressional notification, breaking convention and raising concerns over executive overreach and the War Powers Resolution.
UEFA threatens World Cup boycott over FIFA plan
European football bodies may boycott future World Cups after FIFA's plan to create a private company to run competitions drew fierce opposition from UEFA and political scrutiny in the US.
Top Tory Peer Calls on Starmer to Grant Reform UK Seats in Lords
Conservative peer Lord True calls on PM Starmer to grant Reform UK seats in the House of Lords, citing their Commons representation.
Third 'No Kings' Protest Draws Eight Million Worldwide Against Trump Administration
More than 8 million people took part in the third 'No Kings' protests against the Trump administration across the US and worldwide, organisers say.
Salmond complainers claim Scottish government 'dropped' them
Two women who accused Alex Salmond of harassment say Scottish government failed to support them after losing judicial review, damaging future complaints
Trump escalates attack on Smithsonian with order for signs outside history museum
Trump has ordered signs to be placed outside the Smithsonian National Museum of American History accusing it of inaccuracy, escalating his war on history.
Corrections and clarifications 27 July 2026
The Guardian corrects a misattributed quote and an incorrect figure from recent articles.
Americans feel pinch of Iran war: 'It’s screwed everything up'
Five months into the US-Israel war on Iran, Americans face rising fuel costs, deployment orders, and questions about the war's purpose.
Greater Manchester Mayor 2026: Who can vote?
Voters across Greater Manchester will elect a new mayor on July 30, 2026, following Andy Burnham's disqualification. Find out who is eligible to vote.
HMRC: Don't ignore tax letters sent to 1.8 million homes
HMRC is sending Simple Assessment letters to 1.8 million UK homes. Recipients are urged to check details and pay any tax owed by January 31, 2027.
Lammy’s jury trial cuts could harm race relations, MPs warn
Cross-party MPs warn Lammy's cuts to jury trials may increase mistrust in the justice system among black defendants, citing low judicial diversity.
Prince Harry Loses Legal Challenge Over UK Police Protection
Prince Harry loses appeal over police protection in UK; court rules security downgrade lawful.
Hermer warns political attacks on judges threaten rule of law
Attorney General Richard Hermer says MPs attacking judges personally is a dangerous threat to judicial independence amid row over sentencing guidelines.
TV Licence Fee Could Be Replaced by Sliding Scale Under New Review
The UK Government launches a review that may replace the fixed BBC TV licence fee with a sliding scale payment system. Consultation open until March 2026.
Trump's Former Lawyer Alina Habba Disqualified as New Jersey US Attorney
Appeals court disqualifies Trump's former lawyer Alina Habba from serving as acting US attorney for New Jersey.
Trump Threatens to Deploy More Federal Agents to US Cities Amid Protests
President Trump says federal agents in Portland 'did a fantastic job' and may be deployed to other US cities, despite local opposition and legal challenges.
Trump Officials Accused of Breaching Church-State Separation with Christmas Messages
Trump officials accused of violating church-state separation after using official accounts for religious Christmas messages, drawing First Amendment concerns.
Marquess of Bath Wins High Court Bid for Surrogate-Born Son's Inheritance
High Court allows Marquess of Bath's surrogate-born son to be added to family trusts, securing potential inheritance.
Bill Oddie's BBC Pay Row After Springwatch Axe
Bill Oddie, who died aged 85, blasted the BBC as 'bloody b******s' after being axed from Springwatch, later revealing pay disparities and mental health struggles.
Netanyahu Asks Israeli President for Pardon in Corruption Case
Benjamin Netanyahu requests presidential pardon for bribery and fraud charges, citing national interest, sparking constitutional debate.
New Research Overturns 1066 Battle of Hastings Story
New research challenges the story that King Harold force-marched his army in 1066, suggesting he sailed instead, reshaping explanations for his defeat at Hastings.
Pressure Mounts for Radical House of Lords Reform
Readers respond to calls for House of Lords reform, debating elected chamber vs expert scrutiny body, with suggestions ranging from royal selection to retaining hereditary peers.
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