British politics
The London mayoralty’s quarter-life crisis
25 years after the city got a directly-elected mayor, questions about the post’s effectiveness linger.
Immigrants to Northern Ireland face new wave of terror
The battle for the soul of Britain’s Green Party
Economy shock overshadows Reeves’ big day
Rachel Reeves favors health as she unveils UK spending priorities
Britain sanctions 2 Israeli ministers for ‘inciting extremist violence’ against Palestinians
UK officials say civil servants concerned about British support for Israel can resign
Zia Yusuf quits as chairman of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK
Yusuf said working to get a Reform government was no longer “a good use of my time” after a row about banning the burqa.
How risky is Rachel Reeves’s winter fuel U-turn?
👉Listen to Politics at Sam and Anne’s on your podcast app👈 Sky News’s Sam Coates and Politico’s Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day …
PMQs: Badenoch makes Starmer squirm on welfare
The Tory leader made the most of Labour’s gear changes on winter fuel eligibility and the two child benefit cap — but answers from Keir Starmer were lacking.
Keir Starmer is banking on Nigel Farage being toxic. What if he’s wrong?
There are big potential pitfalls in trying to build an anti-Farage electoral coalition.
Starmer puts UK on war footing
Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics. This time last year, Labour and the Conservatives …
Rachel Reeves has been prudent. Now she needs a purpose.
With a government-wide spending review looming, Britain’s top finance minister is being urged to give voters a compelling reason for her ‘tough decisions.’
Rape investigation into former Tory MP Crispin Blunt dropped
Surrey Police say is “insufficient evidence to proceed” after Blunt was arrested in October 2023.
Britain’s defeated Tory MPs struggle to adjust to civilian life
Support for fallen politicians is patchy and inconsistent, which could deter would-be legislators from entering the political arena.
King Charles declares Canada ‘true north … strong and free’
Parliament returns with pomp, ceremony and some subtle messaging for President Donald Trump.
PMQs: Badenoch and Starmer spar over winter fuel U-turn
U.K. prime minister said he wants more pensioners to be eligible for the social security payment.
Rayner tells Reeves she’s wrong
Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves will have their strategy tested today as Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner sets out her plan for higher taxes, and questions …
Netanyahu blasts Starmer, Macron and Carney over Israel sanctions threat
Western criticism grows over Israel’s military assault on Gaza.
Kemi’s Tories drop to 4th
Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics. It’ll be a day when the PM goes …
BBC’s Gary Lineker departs after sharing post about Zionism featuring a rat
Former footballer has hosted iconic highlights show Match of the Day since 1999 but will leave this week.
Does the great EU reset work?
Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics. It’s EU summit day – so what will …
Ukrainian man charged with arson after fire at Keir Starmer’s house
Charge of 21-year-old comes after blazes at sites linked to U.K. prime minister.
Keir Starmer faces friendly fire
Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics. Today, Sir Keir Starmer heads to Albania to …
PMQs: Starmer finishes on top as he brands Tories ‘dead party walking’
The PM faced flack about the economic picture — but dismissed Kemi Badenoch’s party as an irrelevant force.
Canada’s Mark Carney criticizes UK state visit for Trump
Canadian prime minister says British invite “cut across clear messages” Ottawa was trying to send the US president.
How fishy is Macron’s state visit?
Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Anne McElvoy serve up their essential guide to the day in British politics. There might be PMQs and an announcement about …
Tory MP charged over alleged sexual assaults at elite London club
Patrick Spencer will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on June 16 and has been suspended from the Conservatives.
Nigel Farage’s migration mystery
Sky News’ Sam Coates and Politico’s Anne McElvoy preview how the day will play out in British politics. After Labour’s migration plans were announced yesterday, Sam and …
Man arrested after fire at Keir Starmer’s home
“All three fires are being treated as suspicious at this time, and enquiries remain ongoing,” said the Metropolitan Police in a statement.
Police probe suspicious fire at Keir Starmer’s London home
A resident of the street said he heard a loud, one-off bang, that sounded like a “firebomb,” and possibly shattered glass.