First Minister John Swinney urges independence supporters to back the SNP with both votes in May's Holyrood election, warning it's the only path to progress. He targets an SNP majority to trigger a new independence referendum.
Labour peers reveal the House of Lords has slowed virtually every bill, with 111 government defeats so far. Discover how Tory peers are using tactics to 'grind down' key manifesto pledges.
Lord Falconer warns peers are trying to 'talk out' the assisted suicide bill with over 1,000 amendments. He clashes with the incoming Archbishop of Canterbury. Will the bill run out of time?
Political scientist Ben Wellings warns the UK's future is not guaranteed, citing weakening pro-union parties and the rise of English nationalism post-Brexit. Read the analysis.
Expert warns the UK's future is not guaranteed as pro-integration parties weaken. Discover the historical parallels and the rise of English nationalism post-Brexit.
Explore the surprising list of famous figures, including David Bowie, Nigella Lawson, and Stephen Hawking, who turned down or returned New Year's Honours. Discover their reasons.
Major reforms to Scotland's justice system take effect, abolishing the 'not proven' verdict. A victim of sexual assault shares her story as campaigners welcome the change.
Major reforms to Scotland's justice system take effect, abolishing the unique 'not proven' verdict. A victim of sexual assault shares her story as campaigners welcome the change, while critics warn of a 'terrible' loss. Read the full story.
Explore the Guardian's visual guide to the critical decisions facing Britain in 2026. From constitutional reform to climate action, discover the routes ahead. Dive into the analysis.
President Trump announces construction on his proposed $100m Triumphal Arch for Washington D.C. will begin within two months, timed for America's 250th anniversary. Read the latest details.
Zohran Mamdani becomes NYC's first mayor sworn in on a Quran, marking historic firsts as a Muslim, South Asian, and African-born leader. Explore the ceremony's significance and the ancient texts used.
As we prepare to welcome 2026, discover the ancient Roman political crisis that moved the start of the year from March to January 1st. Uncover the surprising history of our calendar.
Historians and MPs push for a new bank holiday in 2027 to mark 1,100 years since King Aethelstan unified England. Discover the forgotten monarch's legacy and the government's response.
Historians and MPs urge a new bank holiday to mark 1,100 years since King Aethelstan unified England. Discover the forgotten monarch's legacy and the government's response.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem seeks to raze 17 historic structures in Washington, citing security threats. Preservationists decry the move as an unlawful bypass of safeguards.
Secret Irish files reveal officials saw Winston Churchill as 'venal and unscrupulous' and sought to exploit the 1936 abdication crisis for Ireland's advantage. Read the full story.
Newly released documents show Stormont ministers were advised in 2000 that flying the Union flag was a matter of ministerial discretion, not a royal command. Explore the historic constitutional clash.
A metal detectorist's discovery of a 12th-century silver coin has rewritten history, proving Edinburgh minted Scotland's first coinage. The £15,000 artefact is now with National Museums Scotland.
Trump officials used government accounts for sectarian Christmas posts, drawing First Amendment warnings. Critics fear a breach of the church-state firewall. Read the full analysis.
The term 'Zionism' is fiercely contested, with definitions ranging from a national liberation movement to a form of colonialism. Understanding its evolution is key to navigating modern political discourse. Explore the debate.
A look back at the most controversial moments from Donald Trump's first year back in the White House, from a purge of watchdogs to a Gaza takeover plan. Read the full recap.
Senior Conservative Lord True urges PM Keir Starmer to give Reform UK seats in the Lords, arguing their Commons success demands representation. Read the full story.
A senior Conservative peer has called on PM Keir Starmer to give Reform UK representation in the House of Lords, arguing their Commons seats warrant a say. Read the latest on the constitutional debate.
The US Supreme Court has halted Donald Trump's plan to deploy the National Guard to Chicago. This landmark ruling tests presidential powers and federalism. Read the full analysis.
A damning Holyrood report reveals Scotland's public inquiries have cost taxpayers £258m since 2007, criticising them for being too expensive and damaging frontline services. Read the full findings.
Work to add Donald Trump's name to Washington's Kennedy Center begins, sparking legal debate and accusations of censorship. Read the full story on the controversial renaming.
Left-wing activists from the group Assemble scaled barriers in Parliament to unfurl 'Replace the Lords' banners. Police detained several protesters in the dramatic demonstration. Read the latest.
Culture Secretary Angus Robertson faces Tory criticism after attacking the BBC for calling Labour 'the Government'. He demands the broadcaster reflect devolution. Read the full story.
Zohran Mamdani will become New York City's 112th mayor after a historical recount corrected a 350-year-old oversight. Discover the fascinating story behind the mayoral numbering.
White House claims US would be 'lucky' to have Trump for a third term, as reports reveal he discussed the constitutionally-prohibited idea with lawyer Alan Dershowitz. Read the latest.