Angela Rayner confronted by Cornish government campaigners
Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner was confronted in Cornwall by activists demanding a Cornish assembly, highlighting the growing devolution debate in the UK.
Category : Devolution
Kemi Badenoch brands devolution a 'disaster' for UK
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch faces a fierce backlash after labelling devolution a 'disaster' for the UK. Critics, including Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething, have slammed her comments as 'bizarre' and 'offensive', igniting a fresh political row.
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.
Nottinghamshire Council bans local news outlet in democracy row
Nottinghamshire County Council faces fierce backlash after banning a local news organisation from its press briefings, sparking accusations of censorship and an attack on local democracy from Reform UK leader Richard Tice.
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
Holyrood's 'Cosy Club': A Parliament Detached From Reality
A damning investigation reveals how the Scottish Parliament's insular culture, remote working, and lack of scrutiny are failing the people of Scotland. Russell Findlay's explosive analysis.
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.
Leaked Email Reveals Tory Plan to 'Undermine' Holyrood
A leaked email reveals a UK Government minister's plan to bypass the Scottish Parliament, igniting a major constitutional row and accusations of a 'democratic deficit'.
Andy Burnham: UK's Political System Needs Major Reform
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham calls for urgent constitutional reform, arguing England's North-South divide is crippled by a London-centric political system that ignores regional voices.
Sunak's New NI Brexit Deal: The Windsor Framework Explained
Rishi Sunak and Ursula von der Leyen announce the groundbreaking Windsor Framework, a new agreement designed to resolve the Northern Ireland Protocol's trade disputes and restore power-sharing in Stormont.
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.
Scotland challenges UK Supreme Court on gender ruling
The Scottish government is set to take legal action against the UK Supreme Court's decision blocking its gender recognition reforms, escalating tensions between Holyrood and Westminster.
Scottish Government faces legal challenge over policy
The Scottish Government is under fire as a new legal challenge questions the legality of its recent policy decisions. Critics argue the move undermines devolution.
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.
Indonesia delays history book revisions after backlash
Plans to release amended history books in Indonesia have been delayed following a backlash over concerns of 'historical amnesia'.
Florida bans maths books, including Obama’s, over CRT claims
Florida's Department of Education has rejected 54 maths textbooks, citing 'prohibited topics' like critical race theory. The list includes a book co-authored by Barack Obama and works by popular authors Jodi Picoult and John Green.
Northern Ireland A-Level Students Achieve Record Results
Students in Northern Ireland achieve record A-level results as grade boundaries return to pre-pandemic standards, sparking university admission hopes.
London & Midlands Students Excel in A-Level Results 2024
Students in London, East Midlands, and West Midlands outperform national averages in A-Level results, raising questions about regional education disparities.
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.
School board chair resigns after student drowning incident
Branda Jurasek steps down following public fury over the handling of Ava Crews' drowning incident, as parents demand accountability.
BBC faces 'anti-Scottish bias' claims in Holyrood
The BBC faces backlash as MSPs claim its coverage of Scottish politics is unfairly skewed, sparking a heated debate in Holyrood over media impartiality.
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