Badenoch: No Hope, No Fight for UK Youth
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch rules out compulsory national service, saying young people need jobs and hope to believe in Britain. Unveils £50bn defence fund plan.
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Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
UK-EU defence fund talks break down over costs
UK fails to reach agreement on joining EU's €150bn SAFE defence fund. British defence firms limited to third-country participation despite post-Brexit reset efforts.
EU Proposes Deeper Defence Ties with Ukraine
The EU's defence chief has proposed a major integration of the bloc's defence industry with Ukraine, including a €1.5bn support package. Discover how this strategic shift responds to US disengagement.
UK unprepared for military attack, MPs warn
A damning report reveals Britain lacks a homeland defence plan and struggles to meet NATO obligations. Discover the urgent response and £1.5bn investment.
UK Defence Under Scrutiny as New Arms Factories Planned
MPs warn the UK lacks a homeland defence plan as the government pledges new munitions factories and 1,000 jobs. Discover the strategic response to rising threats.
Labour vows no tax rises for working people
Shadow Cabinet Office Minister Lucy Powell commits Labour to no tax rises for working people while Rachel Reeves outlines fiscal strategy ahead of potential government.
British Army's Ajax Vehicles Deemed Unfit for Deployment
Exclusive investigation reveals the British Army's flagship Ajax fighting vehicles remain unfit for frontline deployment despite £4bn investment, with ongoing vibration and noise issues endangering crew safety.
Labour's Rachel Reeves hints at breaking tax pledge
In a dramatic shift that could break election promises, Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves suggests income tax changes may be necessary despite manifesto commitments, sparking backlash from Conservative opponents.
Tory Civil War: Badenoch and Jenrick Clash in Leadership Battle
The Conservative Party descends into open warfare as Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick trade brutal blows in their fight to replace Rishi Sunak, exposing deep ideological divides.
SNP independence 'threat to UK security' warns Shapps
UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps launches extraordinary attack on SNP's independence blueprint, warning it would undermine national security and weaken Britain's defences in dangerous world.
Kemi Badenoch: Tory election campaign 'not competent'
Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch delivers stunning critique of Conservative Party's election strategy, revealing deep internal divisions and concerns about campaign direction ahead of crucial vote.
Healey demands evidence from MoD on army recruitment
Defence Minister John Healey demands transparency from Ministry of Defence officials regarding army recruitment figures amid concerns over military readiness.
Badenoch's Leadership Rise: One Year After Tory Defeat
As the Conservative Party reflects on its election defeat anniversary, Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch emerges as a key leadership contender with a distinctive vision for Britain's future.
Pentagon Revamps Transgender Troops Policy
The US Department of Defence implements sweeping changes to transgender service policies, raising questions about military readiness and inclusion standards across NATO allies including Britain.
Trump's Nuclear Testing Plan: Costly Security Gamble
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's administration considered resuming nuclear weapons testing for the first time since 1992, with potentially devastating consequences for international relations and arms control.
Trump Discussed Resuming Nuclear Weapons Testing
Former President Donald Trump reportedly discussed resuming US nuclear weapons testing during his administration, raising global security concerns and potential treaty violations.
Tory statements could have dismissed China spy case - AG
Exclusive: The Attorney General reveals defence lawyers planned to use Conservative Party statements to undermine espionage charges in high-profile China spy case, raising questions about political interference in judicial matters.
Reeves: Labour will end austerity in first budget
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves promises to break with austerity economics, vowing no return to 'Tory cuts' while ruling out wealth tax increases in Labour's first budget.
Theresa May attacks Tory net zero retreat and Rwanda plan
Former PM Theresa May delivers blistering critique of Conservative climate policy reversal and controversial Rwanda asylum scheme in remarkable Commons intervention.
Badenoch Obliterates Labour Green Policy in Commons Clash
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch delivers devastating critique of Labour's environmental agenda in heated parliamentary exchange with Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski, exposing fundamental flaws in opposition policy.
UK troops get new powers to shoot down drones
British armed forces receive new authority to neutralise drone threats targeting military installations across the UK, marking a significant shift in domestic defence policy.
Four Reform UK councillors defect to Conservatives
Four Reform UK councillors from Tamworth dramatically cross the floor to join Conservative Party, citing disillusionment with Reform's direction and commitment to local community values.
Starmer attacks PM over "dangerous" China policy inconsistencies
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer launches scathing attack on Conservative China strategy, warning that national security is being compromised by political inconsistency.
Tory Party's Thatcher obsession: From legacy to cult
An analysis of how the Conservative Party's fixation on Margaret Thatcher has transformed from political admiration into something resembling a personality cult, complete with merchandise and ideological purity tests.
Badenoch: Tories must become 'political fighting force'
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch delivers powerful warning to Conservative Party conference, urging Tories to transform into disciplined 'political fighting force' and learn from Labour's campaigning tactics to avoid electoral defeat.
Badenoch's Tory vision speech falls on deaf ears
Conservative leadership hopeful Kemi Badenoch attempts to redefine the party's direction with a major policy speech, but struggles to capture political attention amid competing Westminster dramas.
Tories pledge permanent stamp duty cut for first buyers
Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch announces radical Conservative plan to permanently abolish stamp duty for properties under £425,000 in major housing market shake-up.
Badenoch's tax cuts and pig wrestling save job bid
Exclusive analysis of Kemi Badenoch's extraordinary conference speech as the Business Secretary deploys humour, personal anecdotes and controversial policies in a high-stakes attempt to secure her political future.
Badenoch's Tory conference triumph steals spotlight
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch delivered what many are calling her unofficial leadership pitch at Conservative Conference, overshadowing Rishi Sunak with a powerful vision for Britain's future.
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