Wes Streeting says UK ‘has had enough of chaos’ as he rules out second Scottish referendum Streeting made his stance clear on another Scottish independence referendum clear on Sunday The Independent UK · Apr 12
Streeting rules out Scottish referendum saying UK ‘has had enough of chaos’ The UK Health Secretary was questioned by LBC about the possibility of another Scottish independence referendum. Evening Standard · Apr 12
Greens challenged over ‘crackpot conspiracy theorist’ election candidates as ‘antisemitic’ comments emerge Leader Zack Polanski has admitted the party ‘may have to distance itself’ from some candidates The Independent UK · Apr 10
Black rights activist to face trial in 2028 after denying sexual assault Marc Wadsworth, who founded the Anti-Racist Alliance, is accused of sexually assaulting a woman in 2022 Evening Standard · Apr 1
Karl Turner ‘surprised and disappointed’ to have Labour whip suspended The MP for East Hull said it was ‘clear’ the removal was due to his stance on jury trial reforms. Evening Standard · Mar 31
Is London mayor Sadiq Khan becoming a Lord? Report says Keir Starmer considering peerage to ‘shore up his own position’ Keir Starmer is reportedly considering offering London mayor Sadiq Khan a peerage in a bid to ease tensions within the Labour Party and strengthen his own position. The Times of India · Mar 27
‘I know where the bodies are buried’ says London ex-Labour councillor after defecting to Lib Dems East Acton councillor Kate Crawford left the Labour Party for the Ealing Liberal Democrats this week Evening Standard · Mar 27
Keir Starmer ‘to make Sadiq Khan a lord’ The prime minister is expected to hand the London Mayor a peerage in the wake of the May local elections The Independent UK · Mar 27
Do not hammer families with massive passport price hike, SNP tells Starmer Pete Wishart said it was wrong for the Prime Minister to allow inflation-busting cost spikes to go when the cost-of-living crisis is rising. Evening Standard · Mar 23
Voices: ‘Disloyal’ Angela Rayner or ‘weak’ Keir Starmer? Readers debate who should lead Labour YOUR VIEWS: Our community is locked in a heated debate as readers react to Angela Rayner’s attack on Keir Starmer. While some are calling for bold leadership and urgent change, others are urging patience and for stability The Independent UK · Mar 19
In the midst of crisis, what should the PM do next? Be a statesman abroad and courageous at home Starmer’s popular stance on Iran feels like a possible turning point – and could pave the way for a renewed unity within the Labour party, says former No 10 adviser John McTernan The Guardian - UK · Mar 17
Britons should pay as little tax as legally possible, Richard Tice says Reform MP hits back at calls for HMRC to investigate his tax affairs after reports he had ‘avoided nearly £600,000 in corporation tax’ The Independent UK · Mar 16
Richard Tice defends tax record as he questions Labour’s contributions The Reform UK deputy leader said there was no ‘obligation’ to pay the maximum tax required. Evening Standard · Mar 16
The Times of India · Mar 14 Who was Phil Woolas? Former UK Labour minister dies of brain cancer at 66 Phil Woolas, a former Labour Party minister who served in the governments of Tony Blair and Gordon Brown, has died at the age of 66 after battling brain cancer, his family and close friends announced on Saturday.
The Independent UK · Mar 11 Major trade union drastically cuts Labour affiliation over Birmingham bin strike IN FULL
The Times of India · Mar 11 UK releases files on Epstein friend Mandelson’s US envoy appointment; documents reveal PM was warned of ‘reputational risk’ The British government released documents concerning Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to the US, following revelations of his past friendship with Jeffrey Epstein. Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced pressure after a due diligence report warned of reputational risk, and Mandelson was later dismissed after maintaining contact with Epstein post-conviction.
International Business Times UK · Mar 9 British Journalist 'Terrified' as Police Forcefully Raided His Cardiff Home Over China Spy Allegations A senior Welsh journalist's home in Cardiff was raided by counterterrorism police as part of an investigation into alleged spying for China.
The Independent UK · Mar 7 Independent Women 2026 – The Influence List INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2026: Marking International Women’s Day, The Independent has compiled its annual list of the 50 most influential women across the worlds of politics, sport, the arts, media, business, fashion and activism – all united by their extraordinary impact on UK women’s lives
The Independent UK · Mar 7 Margaret Aspinall: Why I’m not afraid to tell Starmer how it is, and the women we should really be praising INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2026: Margaret Aspinall, who has campaigned tirelessly for justice since her son was killed in the Hillsborough disaster, speaks to Dan Haygarth as she features on The Independent’s influence list this International Women’s Day
The Independent UK · Mar 6 Son of Labour’s former deputy PM John Prescott joins the Greens David Prescott, whose father was a key part of the Blair government, defects to Zack Polanski’s party
International Business Times UK · Mar 6 Who is Joani Reid? Quick Facts on the Labour MP Who Recently Stepped Down Because Her Husband Was Arrested Scottish MP Joani Reid resigns Labour whip following her husband's arrest on suspicion of spying for China. Explore her career and personal life.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 6 Friday briefing: Can the politics of cruelty around asylum help Labour in the polls? In today’s newsletter: Labour’s new framework marks a decisive shift in how the UK treats people granted protection and exposes tensions between electoral strategy, public service pressures and the party’s historic commitments to human rights
Evening Standard · Mar 5 Labour MP suspended after husband arrested on suspicion of spying for China Joani Reid has said she ‘voluntarily’ suspended herself from the Labour whip ‘until internal investigations are concluded’
Evening Standard · Mar 5 Home Secretary hits out at 'sharia law in London' claims after Donald Trump comments on Sadiq Khan Shabana Mahmood defended Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan