Politics

Ever feel like you’re living in a sci-fi novel when you hear about some new policy? You’re not alone. Here’s a look at 18 British policies that seem more suited to a dystopian blockbuster than the society we live in. 1. The Snooper’s Charter (Investigatory Powers Act 2016) Championed by then Home Secretary Theresa May, … Read more

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has accused Nigel Farage of spreading disinformation following the launch of his WHO reform campaign. Farage’s Latest Campaign Farage is fronting Action on World Health (AWH), a campaign group that wants to ensure health policies are decided by countries and not dictated by the WHO. Action on World Health Registered … Read more

A ban on MPs who have been involved in sexual assault cases has caused a stir within the House of Commons, with many Tory MPs disapproving. Tory MP Ban The Conservative Party is working to issue a ban on all MPs from entering Parliament if they have been linked to a sexual assault case. Rift … Read more

The Labour Party has announced the first “steps” it will take to try and rebuild Britain after 14 years of Tory rule. Here’s the full story. Starmer’s Big Ideas Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, has revealed Labour’s initial plans for the country if he becomes the next Prime Minister. Changing Britain  … Read more

New figures have emerged showing that Britain has taken back 50 migrants from Ireland. The returns came only a few months before Rishi Sunak announced he was “not interested” in taking back anyone who had fled to the Republic of Ireland. Rwanda Threat Causing Irish Immigration to Spike Ireland claims around 90% of their asylum … Read more

Labour’s shadow ministers have reaffirmed unwavering support for Ukraine during a diplomatic visit to Kyiv, promising continuity in assistance regardless of political shifts. Here’s the full story. Two Years of War As Russia’s war in Ukraine drags into its second year, Labour Party shadow Ministers have used a recent visit to Ukraine to reaffirm their … Read more

Following years of price hikes, sewage spills, missed performance targets and financial irregularities, Labour MP Clive Lewis wants to see water companies brought back under public ownership. Privatisation Has “Failed” Clive Lewis, the Labour MP for Norwich South, has said the water industry should be brought back under public ownership following its serial failures since … Read more

Proposals to ban MPs charged with violent or sexual offences from the Parliamentary Estate passed by a single vote. It now means MPs charged with such offences are not allowed into any property used by parliament. Vote Was Incredibly Tight A vote held on Monday to toughen the proposal made by the government passed by … Read more

Bill Browder has urged MPs to seize Russian assets to assist Ukraine in its war against Putin’s regime, but many in the Conservative Party are loath to attack personal property rights. Here’s the full story. Much Heat, Little Light As Russia’s war in Ukraine drags on, discussions on how to punish Russia for launching the … Read more

Following Rishi Sunak’s pledge on national security, the Conservative Party is facing scrutiny over an accidental data breach that exposed hundreds of email addresses, prompting questions about its ability to safeguard sensitive information. Here’s the full story. Bad Start Rishi Sunak’s week has got off to a bad start. After his latest pivot to national … Read more