Category : Westminster


Palmerston, Ex-Foreign Office Cat, Dies in Bermuda

Palmerston, the rescue cat who served as the Foreign Office's chief mouser in Whitehall for four years, has passed away peacefully in Bermuda at the age of 12. Tributes have poured in from colleagues and his famous rival, Larry the Cat.

Lammy Expands Women's Courts to Cut Reoffending

Justice Secretary David Lammy will unveil a major women's justice strategy next month, focusing on intensive supervision courts to address root causes of female offending and reduce prison numbers.

Zahawi Wants Army in London Despite Record Low Crime Stats

Reform UK MP Nadhim Zahawi says London doesn't feel safe and suggests deploying the army, despite official statistics showing homicides at a decade low. LBC host James O'Brien and Mayor Sadiq Khan strongly criticise his remarks.

WI Faces Mass Closures Over Transgender Membership Ban

At least 12 Women's Institute groups are closing or considering closure after the national federation barred transgender women from membership, with members warning of toxic culture and deterrence of younger women.

Starmer Survives Crisis But Key Challenges Remain

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has weathered his most difficult week in office following calls for his resignation, but faces significant upcoming electoral tests and cultural challenges within Downing Street.

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