Category : Devolution


Supreme Court rejects pothole injury claim against council

The UK Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from a Kirkcaldy man seeking to sue Dundee City Council for a knee injury sustained from a pothole, setting a significant legal precedent for personal injury claims against local authorities.

Eve Myles' BBC Wales Devolution Speech Stuns Hosts

Welsh actress Eve Myles delivers a powerful, unscripted monologue on BBC Breakfast, passionately defending Welsh devolution and criticising the state of the NHS, leaving presenters Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty speechless.

Holyrood Gains New Powers in Landmark Shift from Westminster

A landmark bill passing through Holyrood is set to fundamentally reshape Scotland's relationship with Westminster, granting MSPs greater autonomy over key policy areas and reducing London's influence, according to a major report from the Nuffield Trust.

Liverpool's £1.5m Sydney-Style Roundabout Sparks Fury

Liverpool City Council faces intense backlash after spending £1.5 million on a controversial 'Sydney-style' roundabout redesign that locals brand a 'disgraceful waste' of public funds amidst severe service cuts.

Charlie Kirk's Taylor Swift Conspiracy Theory Sparks Fury

Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk faces intense backlash after suggesting global superstar Taylor Swift's relationship with Travis Kelce is a politically orchestrated 'psychological operation' ahead of the 2024 US election.

Damning Report Slams Holyrood's 'Arrogant Political Elite'

A damning new report accuses the Scottish Parliament of fostering a culture of arrogance and stifling debate. Critics demand urgent reform to curb Holyrood's power and restore proper scrutiny, as the institution faces its biggest crisis of confidence sinc

Youngest Senator Reveals Depression Battle in Raw Speech

In a powerful and deeply personal inaugural address, Australia's youngest senator has bravely detailed her battle with depression, criticised dismissive 'whack' responses to mental health, and shared a touching pet-related white lie that helped her throug

Tories accused of 'point scoring' over devolution

Labour's Jonathan Ashworth slams the Conservative government for 'playing political games' with the future of English devolution, accusing ministers of undermining serious cross-party talks for electoral gain.

Labour's Rayner and Khan in public clash over devolution

Labour's internal rift over devolution deepens as Deputy Leader Angela Rayner and London Mayor Sadiq Khan publicly disagree on the party's approach to regional mayors and centralised power, sparking debate on the future of English governance.

Westminster in 'Rail Power Grab' Row with Scotland and Wales

The UK government faces a furious backlash from Scottish and Welsh ministers over its plans to centralise control of Great British Railways in Westminster, bypassing devolution settlements and sparking a major constitutional row.

Swinney defiant on legal battles with Westminster

John Swinney, Scotland's Deputy First Minister, declares the Scottish Government will not back down from legal challenges against Westminster, defending Holyrood's right to legislate despite potential multi-million pound court battles.

Decoding Gen Alpha Slang: Skibidi, Gyatt & More

From 'Skibidi' to 'Gyatt', discover the latest Gen Alpha slang terms that have made it into the dictionary. Your ultimate guide to understanding your child's baffling vocabulary.

Scottish Government faces court challenge over policy

The Scottish Government is under legal scrutiny as a new court challenge questions the legality of its recent policy decisions. The case, heard at the Court of Session, could have significant implications for devolution.

Maths skills decline post-pandemic in UK schools

A new study highlights a concerning drop in maths proficiency among students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland following the COVID-19 pandemic, raising alarms over long-term educational impacts.

White House condemns George Floyd school re-enactment

The White House has criticised a California school's decision to stage a George Floyd re-enactment as part of a Black History Month lesson, calling it 'inappropriate' and 'traumatising' for students.

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