Politics
Jon Burrows calls for meaningful reform as health minister resigns
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has resigned following a row over emergency surgery at Causeway Hospital, prompting calls for health service reform.
Andy Burnham launches national drive to end rough sleeping with £442m funding
A new £442 million national initiative aims to tackle rough sleeping, granting local leaders funding and discretion to design community-led housing solutions.
Andy Burnham pledges beds for all rough sleepers across England by Christmas
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has launched a national emergency drive to ensure every rough sleeper across England is offered a route off the streets by Christmas.
Andy Burnham not embarrassed after exchanging messages with fake Trump aide
Prime Minister Andy Burnham defends his response after exchanging messages with an individual impersonating Donald Trump's chief of staff, Susie Wiles.
The old battle of the Tory wets vs the drys is back
The historic factional divide between Conservative wets and drys is resurfacing under leader Kemi Badenoch, who is subjecting prospective MPs to ideological tests.
Russia threatens UK over use of British drones in Ukraine deep strikes
Moscow issued a diplomatic warning to London after reports showed Ukrainian forces used British-made drones to strike targets inside Russia.
Andy Burnham lifts time limits on disabled bus passes for 24/7 free travel
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced that time restrictions on disabled bus passes across England will be lifted from April 1 2027, allowing 24/7 free travel.
Reform UK proposes benefits ban for foreign nationals to save £21bn
Reform UK has unveiled a plan to bar foreign nationals from most British welfare payments in a bid to save £21 billion annually, drawing fierce criticism from political rivals and economic analysts.
Angela Rayner sets default ‘yes’ for homes near stations in NPPF overhaul
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has introduced a revised National Planning Policy Framework giving a default yes to new homes near train, tram and underground stations.
Andy Burnham messaged impersonator posing as Trump aide Susie Wiles
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messages with an imposter posing as a top Trump aide following a security breach.
Michael Marra and Joe Fagan reach Scottish Labour leadership ballot
Michael Marra and Joe Fagan have advanced to the Scottish Labour leadership ballot after Monica Lennon missed out on sufficient parliamentary nominations.
Andy Burnham to take on rough sleeping and fly-tipping on UK tour
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expanding his national tour to tackle rough sleeping and environmental vandalism while addressing regional policies.
UK issues emergency wildfire alert to millions amid devastating heatwave
The government issued its most extensive emergency mobile alert to date as a severe heatwave sparked destructive wildfires across England and Wales.
Nigel Farage regains UK parliamentary seat, fights off Count Binface challenge
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage reclaimed his parliamentary seat in a Clacton-on-Sea by-election, fending off a strong satirical challenge from Count Binface.
UK government sends emergency wildfire alert to millions amid tinderbox warning
Millions in England and Wales received an emergency mobile alert warning of extreme wildfire risks as Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a disposable barbecue ban.
Nigel Farage investigation reopened by parliamentary watchdog after Clacton byelection win
The parliamentary investigation into Nigel Farage's financial affairs has automatically resumed following his victory in the Clacton by-election.
Nigel Farage declares victory as he skips Clacton by‑election count
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage claimed a convincing victory in the Clacton by-election while bypassing the official count due to security advice.
Andy Burnham urges disposable barbecue sales ban amid UK wildfire emergency
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has called on retailers to immediately pull disposable barbecues from their shelves as a severe wildfire emergency grips the UK.
GERS 2025-26: Scotlands deficit narrows to £25.3bn
Scotland's notional fiscal deficit narrowed to £25.3 billion, representing minus 10.9% of GDP, as record revenues outpaced public spending growth.
Count Binface runs against Nigel Farage in chaotic Clacton by-election
An Essex constituency faces a chaotic election with 34 candidates and no major party contenders following the incumbent MP's resignation.