Politicians dress up for Canberra’s night of nights – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Jul 2, 2024
See the key points in the Scottish Greens' manifesto WITH the General Election just days away, candidates up and down Scotland will be looking to win over as many voters as they can before they head to… The National (Scotland) · Jul 2, 2024
Second poll now shows Tories closing gap on Labour as election battles heat up ahead of July 4 Redfield & Wilton Strategies survey shows Tories closing gap on Labour, who still have a commanding lead Evening Standard · Jul 2, 2024
Former dissenting Labor MP backs Fatima Payman and says party needs to reconsider rules Last time a Labor MP voted against the party position was 2005 when Tasmanian MP Harry Quick opposed anti-terrorism legislation The Guardian - AU · Jul 2, 2024
Glasgow tourist tax could rake in up to £20m per year A new tourist tax charging visitors to Glasgow could rake in up to £20 million a year for the city. The National (Scotland) · Jul 2, 2024
Election 2024: lacklustre promises mean mental health loses regardless of who wins the vote According to many experts, the UK is experiencing a mental health crisis. The Conversation · Jul 2, 2024
‘I don’t feel like your vote counts’: little faith in politics among young people of Nottingham Labour is almost certain to retain Nottingham East but many plan to stay away or spoil their ballot The Guardian - UK · Jul 2, 2024
‘This ain’t a culture war’: the UK women who feel politically homeless Many are frustrated at failures to tackle inequality, the climate and Labour’s struggle to define a woman The Guardian - UK · Jul 2, 2024
Patrick Harvie speaks out as King and Queen visit Scotland for Holyrood Week THE royal family’s visit to Scotland this week is symbolic of huge inequality in the UK ahead of the General Election, the Scottish Greens… The National (Scotland) · Jul 2, 2024
Political strategist Glenn Druery having ‘informal conversations’ with Muslim groups and Fatima Payman The so-called preference whisperer approached by Muslim groups to discuss next election following rising anger about Labor’s stance on Palestine and Gaza conflict The Guardian - AU · Jul 2, 2024
Supermarkets threatened with break-up for price gouging The federal opposition has called for divestiture powers to break up major supermarkets if they have been found to be anti-competitive. AAP · Jul 2, 2024
Labour may win big under first past the post, but it is morally obliged to bring in a fairer system Tactical voting can help oust the Tories, but we should remember that it’s also a democratic abomination, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee The Guardian - UK · Jul 2, 2024
Nuclear will ‘leave legacy of debt and radioactive waste’, says Lorna Slater NUCLEAR power would “leave a legacy of debt and radioactive waste for generations to come”, the Scottish Greens have said ... The National (Scotland) · Jul 2, 2024
Fatima Payman breached ‘caucus solidarity’. What does this mean and why is it so significant? The machinations of the Australian Labor Party machine are back in the spotlight this week, with Western Australian Senator Fatima Payman crossing the floor to support a Greens-backed motion calling for the Australian Senate to “recognise the State of Palestine”. The Conversation · Jul 1, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Jul 1, 2024 Head of French Greens accuses far-right’s Bardella of only wanting to debate men Marine Tondelier urges National Rally leader to take part in TV debate before second-round parliamentary election
The Guardian - UK · Jul 1, 2024 Ed Davey uses bungee jump to hail ‘once-in-a-century election’ Lib Dem leader says public’s dislike of Tories and tactical voting offer chance to change UK’s political geography
The Conversation · Jul 1, 2024 View from The Hill: Fatima Payman alleges attempts to ‘intimidate’ her into quitting the Senate Rebel Senator Fatima Payman has escalated her confrontation with the Labor Party by claiming “some members” are trying to intimidate her into quitting the Senate.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 1, 2024 Fatima Payman says she has been ‘exiled’ by Labor following suspension from caucus WA senator says she will reflect on her future while accusing some members of trying to ‘intimidate’ her to quit Senate
The Guardian - AU · Jul 1, 2024 Albanese stands by Fatima Payman’s suspension over Palestine ‘stunt’ Greens motion that Labor senator crossed floor to support was designed to put her in a difficult position, PM says after her appearance on ABC Insiders
The Conversation · Jul 1, 2024 Labor gains in Newspoll as Australians narrowly oppose the Coalition’s nuclear energy plan A national Newspoll, conducted June 24–28 from a sample of 1,260 people, gave Labor a 51–49% lead over the Coalition, a one-point gain for Labor since the previous Newspoll, three weeks ago. Primary votes were 36% Coalition (down three), 32% Labor (down one), 13% Greens (up two), 7% One Nation…
AAP · Jun 30, 2024 Labor, coalition primary vote support slips: Newspoll A Newspoll survey suggests a dip in voter support for the main parties, with Labor and the coalition losing out to the Greens and independents.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 30, 2024 From exit poll to swing seats: 10 key moments to watch as election results roll in Thursday looks set to be a night of historic drama. Here are the things to look out for as the night goes on
The Guardian - AU · Jun 30, 2024 Labor has ‘failed’ on First Nations policy since voice defeat, Greens say Adam Bandt reveals the minor party’s plans for a Makarrata Commission that would make recommendations to parliament, nine months after failed referendum
The National (Scotland) · Jun 30, 2024 Billionaires and a ‘dark money’ trust: the donors to Scotland's political parties BILLIONAIRES, corporate lobbyists, a representative of King Charles, companies and individuals linked to tax havens, estate owners who have broken…
The National (Scotland) · Jun 30, 2024 Academic warns of 'potentially damaging' health impact of Linwood e-waste fire THE Scottish Greens have called for a “wider investigation” into e-waste fires after the incident at Linwood Industrial Estate last week...