Politics
Burnham Vows To Change UK Voting System
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to reform the UK voting system through a national commission and a future Labour manifesto pledge.
Andy Burnham to alter pension triple lock from 2030 to fund care service
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to adjust the state pension triple lock starting in April 2030 to help finance a new National Care Service, sparking immediate backlash from trade unions and political opponents.
Sixty percent of British Gen Z back new vote on EU membership
New polling reveals that sixty percent of British Gen Z support a fresh public vote on EU membership, driven by economic fallout from Brexit.
Mahmood reopens UK refugee resettlement scheme to deter small boat crossings
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced the immediate reopening of the UK Resettlement Scheme to provide legal pathways for vulnerable refugees.
Sadiq Khan opposes lowering mansion tax threshold for London properties
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has rejected proposals to lower the mansion tax threshold to £1,500,000, warning that it would unfairly target homeowners who are asset-rich but cash-poor.
UK police release on bail five men arrested near RAF Fairford airbase
British counter-terrorism police have released on bail five men arrested near the RAF Fairford airbase following a major security alert and emergency evacuation.
Andy Burnham signals major tax raid to fund free social care
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to make adult social care free at the point of use across Britain, setting up an election battle over tax rises.
UK to reopen refugee resettlement scheme for Afghans and Palestinians
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced the immediate reopening of the UK Resettlement Scheme, prioritizing vulnerable Afghan women, girls, and Palestinian refugees.
John Healey calls benefit bill reduction a moral duty at Labour conference
Chancellor John Healey used his Labour conference address to frame welfare reduction as a moral imperative, unveiling a £100m apprenticeship expansion.
Labour refuses to guarantee state pension triple lock beyond next election
Senior Labour figures have declined to guarantee the state pension triple lock beyond the next general election, citing soaring costs and generational fairness.
Ken Skates accuses Plaid Cymru of neglecting real problems in Wales
Welsh Labour leader Ken Skates launched a sharp attack on Plaid Cymru at the UK Labour party conference, accusing the governing party of obsessing over constitutional process over public concerns.
Anas Sarwar takes Lords seat
Former Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has officially joined the House of Lords, prompting criticism from political opponents and intensifying the ongoing leadership contest.
Andy Burnham admits cost of living help is insufficient and hints at further support
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has acknowledged that his initial cost-of-living measures fall short, raising expectations of further relief in the autumn budget.
Eight Tory MPs defy whip to vote against Heathrow third runway expansion
Eight Conservative MPs have actively defied a three-line whip to vote against the contentious Heathrow third runway expansion amid soaring costs.
Tories pledge to deport 40,000 foreign criminals annually under new plans
Kemi Badenoch's party has unveiled a radical immigration overhaul, pledging to deport 40,000 foreign criminals annually under a zero-tolerance policy.
Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
Pubs and retail venues in England and Wales can now accept mobile phone applications for age verification, enabling drinkers to swap traditional IDs for biometric software.
Andy Burnham unveils Your First Home scheme with 2.5 per cent deposit
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has launched the Your First Home scheme, allowing first-time buyers to secure properties with a 2.5 per cent deposit and a 20 per cent equity loan.
Angela Rayner condemns Shabana Mahmood migrant visa plans as flawed
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has launched a public attack on Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's proposed immigration crackdown, warning that plans to alter residency timelines are flawed.
DUP chief hails unionist unity over Drumcree as something to build on
DUP leader Gavin Robinson has praised unionist solidarity following the Parades Commission ruling on the Drumcree parade, amid ongoing High Court challenges.
Paddy Young on SNL UK breakout stardom and samurai sword injuries
Comedian Paddy Young balances a breakthrough run co-anchoring Saturday Night Live UK and a bizarre samurai sword injury with a major nationwide standup tour.