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Clara West edits Politics coverage, focusing on power, policy and practical consequences for UK readers.

Taste of the West leads South West food sector revival amid rising costs

Taste of the West leads South West food sector revival amid rising costs

The revived regional brand Taste of the West is spearheading a self-reliant response for South West food and drink businesses facing rising operational costs.

Politics ·19 Oct 2026, 06:44 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham pushes for UK-EU reset as polls show half back rejoining

Andy Burnham pushes for UK-EU reset as polls show half back rejoining

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is pushing for a comprehensive UK-EU reset as polling shows half of Britons now support rejoining the European Union.

Politics ·19 Oct 2026, 06:19 ·Clara West 3 min read
Rahul Gandhi denies pushing BJP MP Pratap Sarangi during Parliament clash

Rahul Gandhi denies pushing BJP MP Pratap Sarangi during Parliament clash

Rahul Gandhi has strongly denied allegations that he pushed a fellow lawmaker during a chaotic confrontation in Parliament, as both ruling and opposition factions exchange counter-accusations and police complaints.

Politics ·19 Oct 2026, 00:38 ·Clara West 3 min read
Zack Polanski will not overturn Green Party's Zionism is racism motion

Zack Polanski will not overturn Green Party's Zionism is racism motion

Green Party leader Zack Polanski confirmed he will not overturn a controversial party motion, keeping the policy in place until 2028 amid internal backlash and falling approval ratings.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 23:34 ·Clara West 3 min read
Blunkett sparks Labour backlash over Burnham’s electoral reform pledge

Blunkett sparks Labour backlash over Burnham’s electoral reform pledge

Andy Burnham's unexpected pledge to overhaul Britain's voting system has sparked an internal backlash, with David Blunkett leading opposition to proportional representation.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 21:39 ·Clara West 4 min read
Tameside and Bolton face unlawful planning status after rejecting reforms

Tameside and Bolton face unlawful planning status after rejecting reforms

Tameside and Bolton councils face operating unlawfully after rejecting national planning reforms, risking legal challenges and the loss of local decision-making powers.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 19:18 ·Clara West 4 min read
UK motorists face rising fines and camera surveillance across roads

UK motorists face rising fines and camera surveillance across roads

UK motorists navigate an increasingly complex network of roadside cameras and escalating fines, from ANPR systems to city clean air charges. Meanwhile, mounting cost-of-living pressures intersect with broader debates over government policy.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 18:06 ·Clara West 3 min read
John Swinney launches £30m fund to combat far right in Scotland

John Swinney launches £30m fund to combat far right in Scotland

John Swinney announced a three-year, £30m fund at the SNP conference to combat far-right activity and racism across Scottish communities.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 10:06 ·Clara West 3 min read
Study shows married mothers report highest life satisfaction levels

Study shows married mothers report highest life satisfaction levels

A fresh analysis shows married mothers report significantly higher life satisfaction than unmarried peers, igniting debate over family policy.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 07:02 ·Clara West 3 min read
SNP see hung parliament as most realistic route to indyref2

SNP see hung parliament as most realistic route to indyref2

The SNP has mapped out its strategic path to a second independence referendum, betting that a hung parliament at Westminster will provide leverage to force negotiations.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 06:05 ·Clara West 4 min read
We’re ready to ditch two-state solution, says Arab-Israeli election kingmaker

We’re ready to ditch two-state solution, says Arab-Israeli election kingmaker

Joint List leader Yousef Jabareen stated that Palestinians are prepared to abandon the two-state solution in favour of a bi-national state model.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 05:43 ·Clara West 4 min read
Orwell Bridge closures spark fresh calls for Ipswich bypass solution

Orwell Bridge closures spark fresh calls for Ipswich bypass solution

Fresh closures on the Orwell Bridge have reignited urgent debates over transport infrastructure, as local businesses warn of severe economic impacts from A14 gridlock.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 03:45 ·Clara West 4 min read
Nigel Farage plans full-on Reform assault on Kemi Badenoch's Essex Tory heartland

Nigel Farage plans full-on Reform assault on Kemi Badenoch's Essex Tory heartland

Nigel Farage is launching a major Reform UK political offensive targeting Kemi Badenoch's Essex heartland following recent local election gains.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 02:37 ·Clara West 3 min read
Ed Davey faces Lib Dem MP backlash over pension triple lock stance

Ed Davey faces Lib Dem MP backlash over pension triple lock stance

Liberal Democrat MPs have publicly broken ranks with leader Sir Ed Davey over his staunch defence of the state pension triple lock policy.

Politics ·18 Oct 2026, 01:43 ·Clara West 4 min read
Small businesses say government is not on their side, CPS survey reveals

Small businesses say government is not on their side, CPS survey reveals

A fresh Centre for Policy Studies survey reveals profound friction between UK small businesses and Westminster, with 57% feeling the government is not on their side.

Politics ·17 Oct 2026, 21:06 ·Clara West 3 min read
Labour ministers sound alarm over AI safety threats and extremist risks

Labour ministers sound alarm over AI safety threats and extremist risks

Senior Labour figures have warned that advanced artificial intelligence could fall into the hands of extremists, prompting an urgent shift in Whitehall security policy.

Politics ·17 Oct 2026, 20:05 ·Clara West 5 min read
Angela Rayner says nursing premature son gives perspective after tax scandal

Angela Rayner says nursing premature son gives perspective after tax scandal

Angela Rayner has reflected on the intense scrutiny surrounding her tax affairs, stating that nursing her prematurely born son gave her the psychological resilience to endure political pressure.

Politics ·17 Oct 2026, 16:38 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK faces £41bn EU membership bill and new tax if it rejoins bloc

UK faces £41bn EU membership bill and new tax if it rejoins bloc

New calculations from the Bow Group warn that any UK return to the EU could cost up to £41 billion, sparking intense political debate over costs.

Politics ·17 Oct 2026, 12:08 ·Clara West 3 min read
Sir Olly Robbins reaches settlement with government over sacking

Sir Olly Robbins reaches settlement with government over sacking

Former Foreign Office permanent under-secretary Sir Olly Robbins has finalized an out-of-court settlement with the government after challenging his dismissal.

Politics ·17 Oct 2026, 01:15 ·Clara West 3 min read
Lara Bird blasts UK government for inaction over Gaza war

Lara Bird blasts UK government for inaction over Gaza war

MP Lara Bird slammed Westminster's foreign policy record over Gaza at an SNP conference event, accusing ministers of failing to act for years.

Politics ·16 Oct 2026, 22:06 ·Clara West 4 min read