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Legacy Act: MPs remove conditional immunity measure for Trouble-era crimes

Legacy Act: MPs remove conditional immunity measure for Trouble-era crimes

MPs have voted to strip the controversial Legacy Act of immunity provisions for Troubles-era crimes and restore the right to bring new civil claims.

Politics ·9 Sep 2026, 18:04 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham insists defence uplift can’t come at expense of welfare

Andy Burnham insists defence uplift can’t come at expense of welfare

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has clashed with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch at PMQs, ruling out sweeping welfare cuts to fund military expansion.

Politics ·9 Sep 2026, 15:37 ·Clara West 3 min read
Kemi Badenoch challenges Andy Burnham over defence spending at PMQs

Kemi Badenoch challenges Andy Burnham over defence spending at PMQs

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch clashed with Prime Minister Andy Burnham over defence spending and welfare priorities during a fiery PMQs session.

Politics ·9 Sep 2026, 12:42 ·Clara West 4 min read
Donald Trump remains silent as UK imposes West Bank settler sanctions

Donald Trump remains silent as UK imposes West Bank settler sanctions

Donald Trump has stayed silent following the UK's decision to ban goods and services from West Bank settlements, even as US Ambassador Mike Huckabee condemns the move.

Politics ·9 Sep 2026, 08:32 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK imposes trade sanctions on illegal West Bank settlements

UK imposes trade sanctions on illegal West Bank settlements

The UK has announced sweeping trade sanctions targeting illegal West Bank settlements, sparking swift diplomatic retaliation from Israel and a rift with the US.

Politics ·9 Sep 2026, 04:36 ·Clara West 4 min read
UK forces Apple, Google to block child nude images on smartphones

UK forces Apple, Google to block child nude images on smartphones

The UK government is set to introduce primary legislation requiring Apple and Google to implement device-level blocks on nude images for users under 18.

Politics ·9 Sep 2026, 01:34 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK bans trade with Israeli settlements amid accusations of ethnic cleansing

UK bans trade with Israeli settlements amid accusations of ethnic cleansing

The United Kingdom has announced a comprehensive trade ban on Israeli settlements in the West Bank, citing concerns over settlement expansion and displacement.

Politics ·9 Sep 2026, 00:35 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham backs Heathrow third runway expansion in major U-turn

Andy Burnham backs Heathrow third runway expansion in major U-turn

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has executed a significant political shift by backing plans for a third runway at Heathrow Airport.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 23:38 ·Clara West 4 min read
UK preparing law to make tech firms prevent children sharing nude images online

UK preparing law to make tech firms prevent children sharing nude images online

The UK government is preparing legislation to compel tech companies to install device-level software that prevents minors from viewing or sharing explicit images online.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 18:34 ·Clara West 4 min read
DWP confirms PIP mobility changes await comprehensive review

DWP confirms PIP mobility changes await comprehensive review

The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed that structural adjustments to Personal Independence Payment policies will remain frozen until a full review concludes next year.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 16:35 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK bans West Bank settlement goods and accuses settlers of ethnic cleansing

UK bans West Bank settlement goods and accuses settlers of ethnic cleansing

The UK has implemented a comprehensive ban on imports from West Bank settlements while accusing Israeli settlers of ethnic cleansing.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 14:37 ·Clara West 4 min read
Mike Huckabee accuses UK government of discrimination over Israel sanctions plan

Mike Huckabee accuses UK government of discrimination over Israel sanctions plan

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee criticized planned UK trade restrictions on West Bank settlements, accusing the government of discrimination.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 08:35 ·Clara West 4 min read
John Healey backs growth but says Labour must be honest on spending

John Healey backs growth but says Labour must be honest on spending

Chancellor John Healey vowed to make Britain's economy grow while warning of strict spending controls and refusing to rule out upcoming tax rises.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 03:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Labour Minister Compares Reform UK To Far-Right German Party

Labour Minister Compares Reform UK To Far-Right German Party

Treasury minister Emma Reynolds has drawn a direct comparison between Reform UK and Germany's far-right AfD during a radio interview.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 02:43 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK pledges £30m boost for SaxaVord Spaceport in Shetland

UK pledges £30m boost for SaxaVord Spaceport in Shetland

The UK government has announced a £30 million funding package for SaxaVord Spaceport in Shetland, anchoring a broader £7.8 billion space strategy to boost domestic orbital capabilities.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 01:37 ·Clara West 4 min read
UK government condemns violent anti-migrant protests at southern ports

UK government condemns violent anti-migrant protests at southern ports

The British government has condemned the intimidating behaviour of demonstrators who converged on southern ports following small-boat crossings. Police officers sustained injuries and RNLI rescue personnel faced verbal abuse during clashes.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 00:06 ·Clara West 3 min read
Ratko Mladic given hero funeral in Serbia as thousands mourn war criminal

Ratko Mladic given hero funeral in Serbia as thousands mourn war criminal

Convicted war criminal Ratko Mladic received a controversial state-assisted funeral in Belgrade, drawing thousands of mourners and sparking intense international condemnation.

Politics ·7 Sep 2026, 23:05 ·Clara West 3 min read
Portsmouth protesters face full force of law after police injured

Portsmouth protesters face full force of law after police injured

Demonstrators who cross the line from peaceful protests into criminality will face the full force of the law following weekend unrest in the south.

Politics ·7 Sep 2026, 22:09 ·Clara West 4 min read
King Charles clarifies Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain private citizens

King Charles clarifies Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain private citizens

King Charles III has issued a formal clarification via the Lord Chamberlain reaffirming that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle remain private citizens.

Politics ·7 Sep 2026, 19:07 ·Clara West 3 min read
Holyrood committees reject Westminster call for Murrell case scrutiny

Holyrood committees reject Westminster call for Murrell case scrutiny

Three Holyrood parliamentary committees have officially declined a Westminster invitation to jointly investigate the Peter Murrell embezzlement scandal.

Politics ·7 Sep 2026, 18:10 ·Clara West 4 min read