Nadhim Zahawi defects from Tories to Nigel Farage's Reform UK
Former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Reform UK, bringing his political clout and controversial past. Does this move expose Reform as just 'same old Tories'? Read the full analysis.
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Ex-Tory Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi defects to Reform UK
Former Conservative Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi joins Nigel Farage's Reform UK, bringing his political clout and controversial baggage. Does this move expose Reform as just rebranded Tories? Read the full analysis.
19 Tory Defectors Join Reform UK as 'Retirement Home'
Reform UK has been labelled a 'retirement home for disgraced former Conservative ministers' as 19 big-name Tories defect. Read the full list and analysis of the political shift.
19 Tory Defectors Join Reform: Full List of Switches
Reform UK has been labelled a 'retirement home for disgraced former Conservative ministers' as 19 high-profile Tories defect. See the full list and their controversies.
Zahawi defection to Reform UK contradicts past Farage criticism
Nadhim Zahawi, who defected to Reform UK, once said he'd be 'frightened' to live in a country run by Nigel Farage. Explore the dramatic political U-turn and the Tory backlash.
Zahawi's past Farage fears surface after Reform defection
Nadhim Zahawi, who once said he'd be 'frightened' to live under Nigel Farage, defects to Reform UK. The Conservatives brand him a 'has-been' chasing a gravy train.
Monday's Global Snapshot: Golden Globes to UK Politics
A visual journey through Monday's key moments worldwide, from the Golden Globes red carpet and UK political shifts to Japanese festivals and global protests. Explore the day in pictures.
Ex-Tory Chancellor Zahawi joins Reform UK
Former Conservative chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has crossed the floor to join Reform UK, declaring Britain needs Nigel Farage as prime minister. Read the full story on this major political defection.
Ex-Tory Chancellor Zahawi defects to Nigel Farage's Reform UK
Former Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi, sacked over a tax row, joins Nigel Farage's Reform UK in a major blow to the Conservative Party. Get the latest political news and analysis.
Ex-Chancellor Zahawi defects to Reform UK
Former Conservative chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has crossed the floor to join Nigel Farage's Reform UK, marking a significant setback for Tory leader Kemi Badenoch. Read the full story.
Ex-Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi defects to Reform UK
Former Conservative Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has crossed the floor to join Nigel Farage's Reform UK, marking the most significant defection to the party yet and deepening the crisis for Rishi Sunak's government.
Khan renews bitter feud with 'bully' Donald Trump
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has taken a fresh swipe at Donald Trump, calling him a 'bully'. The long-running spat between the Labour politician and the former US President has lasted nearly a decade. Read the latest on this political clash.
Murphy: Trump's Second Term Corruption 'Nuclear Grade'
Democratic Senator Chris Murphy claims Trump has committed ten times more impeachable offences in his second term, citing a Qatari jet and a crypto scheme. Read the full analysis.
Albanese Launches Antisemitism Royal Commission
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has bowed to pressure, launching a royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion following the Bondi attack. Explore the political fallout.
Tories would ban under-16s from social media, Badenoch says
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch pledges to ban under-16s from social media, citing mental health and addiction concerns. Read the full policy proposal and reaction.
Conservatives pledge social media ban for under-16s
The Conservative Party announces plans to ban under-16s from social media and phones in schools to protect mental health. Kemi Badenoch to detail policy on BBC Sunday Politics.
Labour Leadership Plot Thickens as Polls Slump
Sir Keir Starmer faces a growing threat from within his own Cabinet, with ambitious ministers poised to challenge his leadership following disastrous poll results. Discover the key plotters.
New evidence challenges Home Secretary's claims on fan ban
Exclusive documents reveal Shabana Mahmood was briefed on the controversial Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban eight days earlier than claimed. The Home Secretary faces calls for an urgent Parliamentary statement.
Starmer's 2026 cost of living plan branded a risky gamble
Keir Starmer stakes his future on a 'relentless' cost of living focus, but critics warn his strategy of recycling taxpayer money is a 50-50 gamble. Read the analysis.
Labour's Sir Patrick Duffy Dies Aged 105
Sir Patrick Duffy, the former Labour minister and defence expert who served as an MP for 25 years, has passed away at the age of 105. Read about his remarkable life and political legacy.
Labour MP Sir Patrick Duffy dies aged 105
Tributes paid to Sir Patrick Duffy, former Labour defence minister and NATO assembly president, who has died at the remarkable age of 105. Read his extraordinary life story.
Starmer's Cabinet plots poll comeback with cost of living focus
Keir Starmer rallies his first Cabinet of 2026, focusing on the cost of living crisis. Chief of staff Morgan McSweeney cites international political revivals as a blueprint for Labour's recovery.
Young Voters Back WASPI Women in Compensation Fight
New polling reveals 66% of 18-34 year olds support compensation for 1950s-born women. Campaigners warn ministers it's 'last chance saloon' for justice. Read the latest.
Guardian readers on male friendship and defining the north
Readers respond to Gaby Hinsliff's column on male bonds and debate where England's north begins. Share your views on today's stories.
Martin Rowson's 2026 cartoon satirises Trump and Starmer
A sharp new cartoon by Martin Rowson captures the tense political landscape of 2026, featuring Donald Trump and Keir Starmer. Dive into the satire and its implications for UK-US relations.
Ivy Removal Sparks Unexpected Friendship Between Neighbours
A Guardian reader's letter reveals how a simple act of clearing ivy led to a genuine connection with a retired neighbour, sparking a wider discussion on male friendship and regional identity in the UK.
Labour Party machine criticised as out of touch
Senior Labour figures warn the party's centralised machine is disconnected from voters and stifling local voices. Discover the internal rift threatening unity.
Martin Rowson's latest cartoon depicts Trump and Starmer
Acclaimed cartoonist Martin Rowson's latest work for The Guardian captures the tense political dynamic between Donald Trump and Keir Starmer. Explore the satire and its implications.
Labour's Party Machine 'Out of Touch' Amid Tensions
Labour's central party machine faces criticism for being 'out of touch' with members and MPs, sparking internal tensions over candidate selection and policy direction. Read the full analysis.
Clacton voters slam Farage as absent and 'ignorant'
Residents in Nigel Farage's Clacton constituency criticise the Reform UK leader for frequent global travel and lack of local presence. Discover their complaints and his defence.
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