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Starmer's Best Friend Reveals Their 20-Year Bond

Shadow Leader of the Commons Lucy Powell opens up about her 20-year friendship with Keir Starmer, sharing intimate details about their bond and how it shapes Labour's political strategy.

Badenoch accuses Farage of 'stoking prejudice'

Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch delivers stunning rebuke to Nigel Farage over his 'racist' comments about MP Diane Abbott, igniting fiery parliamentary debate about prejudice in British politics.

Starmer's emotional standing ovation after first PM speech

In a powerful and emotional moment, new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer was met with a prolonged standing ovation from Labour MPs after delivering his first address to the Commons, marking a dramatic shift in Westminster's political landscape.

Commons Speaker accused of bias in Gaza ceasefire vote

Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle faces fury from MPs after altering parliamentary procedure to allow a vote on a Labour amendment regarding a ceasefire in Gaza, sparking accusations of bias and creating a major Westminster crisis.

Commons nursery provider praises Reform UK in article

Exclusive: The official House of Commons nursery provider faces scrutiny after publishing an article endorsing Nigel Farage's Reform UK conference, raising serious questions about political impartiality in parliamentary services.

Commons Speaker in crisis over controversial China vote decision

Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle is under intense scrutiny after a controversial decision to allow a vote on an amendment regarding China's treatment of the Uyghur minority, sparking fury from MPs and raising questions about parliamentary procedure and d

MPs condemn Asda app over high-cost staff loans

A parliamentary committee has launched a scathing attack on Asda and its financial app partner, Wagestream, for promoting high-interest loans and controversial financial products to its low-paid employees.

MPs Wear Wheat Badges in PMQs Farming Protest

MPs across the House of Commons united in wearing wheat sheaf badges during PMQs to highlight the severe challenges facing British farmers and to demand government action.

Quentin Letts' 'Istanbul Brothel' Jibe at Labour's Phillipson

Parliamentary sketch writer Quentin Letts delivers a blistering critique of Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson's hairstyle and performance during a heated PMQs exchange, drawing bizarre comparisons to a 'black satin curtain in an Istanbul broth

Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights

The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.

Prank Call Triggers Major Westminster Security Overhaul

Exclusive: A major security review is underway in the House of Commons after a prank caller posing as a government official successfully bypassed protocols, raising serious concerns about parliamentary safety.

Rayner accuses Tories of 'class war' in fiery PMQs clash

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner launched a blistering attack on the Conservative government, accusing them of waging a 'class war' and failing working people during a fiery PMQs clash with Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch.

Probe into 'sex noises' that disrupted Parliament virtual sitting

A major investigation is underway after lewd 'sex noises' were broadcast during a crucial virtual session of Parliament, disrupting a debate on the Overseas Operations Bill. The shocking incident has been branded a 'security breach' and a 'disgrace' by fu

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