Nadhim Zahawi should ‘consider his position’ as MP, says senior Tory ‘Best outcome’ would be Zahawi stepping down at next election, says grandee Sir Geoffrey Clifton-Brown The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023
Rishi Sunak vows to ‘restore integrity’ after sacking Nadhim Zahawi Prime minister says he acted decisively to dismiss Tory party chair for breaches of ministerial code The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2023
Nadhim Zahawi ‘furious’ over sacking as allies lash out at tax probe report Allies say ex-chancellor told Treasury official about HMRC fine – but government insists sacking ‘fair’ The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023
New WA Liberal leader Libby Mettam moves to quash influence of factional powerbrokers Libby Mettam vows the internal dysfunction caused by The Clan, which she said had turned voters off the party, would not be a feature of her time at the helm. ABC News · Jan 30, 2023
Monday briefing: How Nadhim Zahawi was fired from government In today’s newsletter: Why did it take Rishi Sunak so long, and what exactly was the Tory party chair guilty of? The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2023
The key events from Sunak’s first 100 days in office The Prime Minister has endured an eventful few months in Number 10 Wales Online · Jan 30, 2023
Dave Cormack and the lamentable lack of Aberdeen leadership sees off Sturgeon and Sunak in a landslide - Keith Jackson Jim Goodwin was the fall guy at Pittodrie after a disastrous week for the Dons. Daily Record · Jan 30, 2023
England’s old boys’ club has evolved into ‘the network’, made up of high rollers and City slickers Powerbrokering has shifted from landed gentry to financiers and businessmen, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2023
Former German army officer joins Libs' fight The Service NSW senior executive has a PhD in computer science. Newcastle Herald · Jan 30, 2023
YOU can watch Val McDermid's message to Scots on the third anniversary of Brexit YOU can watch Val McDermid's message to Scots on the third anniversary of Brexit – one she would’ve delivered to tomorrow’s rally at the… The National (Scotland) · Jan 30, 2023
Rishi Sunak has finally accepted reality by firing party chair Nadhim Zahawi The Prime Minister was forced to launch the investigation after reports Zahawi had paid HMRC a penalty over previously unpaid tax. Daily Record · Jan 30, 2023
WA Liberals set to announce new leader WA Liberal deputy leader Libby Mettam is set to be the party's next leader after incumbent David Honey confirmed he will not contest a vote for the top job. AAP · Jan 30, 2023
Nadhim Zahawi – live: Sunak rejects claims ex-chancellor was treated unfairly Zahawi said he only got a 30-minute hearing from Sir Laurie on Wednesday The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023
The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023 What were the key events of Sunak’s first 100 days? The Prime Minister inherited a series of daunting challenges including soaring inflation, sky-high energy bills and industrial disputes.
The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023 Rishi Sunak: The first 100 days in Downing Street The new Prime Minister calmed the financial markets, but faces daunting challenges ahead.
ABC News · Jan 30, 2023 Shane Love is WA's new opposition leader, as Libby Mettam takes over Liberal party leadership On a seismic day in WA politics, both the state's National and Liberal parties choose new leaders.
Wales Online · Jan 30, 2023 Labour amendment seeks to protect striking workers from being unfairly dismissed Critics argue that the planned Bill, aimed at ensuring minimum levels of service during strikes, lacks proper parliamentary scrutiny
The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023 Sunak remains under pressure after Zahawi sacking The Prime Minister fired the Conservative Party chairman early on Sunday morning, following an ethics inquiry.
The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023 Labour and unions launch fresh attack on minimum service levels Bill before vote Labour said ministers have admitted the Government has had no contact with the International Labour Organisation about the Bill.
The Independent UK · Jan 30, 2023 Greens say they will not cross picket lines when Holyrood staff strike Members of the PCS union are taking part in industrial action on February 1.
Daily Mirror · Jan 29, 2023 'Nadhim Zahawi's lack of an apology shows the arrogance of a wealthy Tory' Rishi Sunak today sacked Conservative Party chair Nadhim Zahawi after weeks of revelations about his tax affairs but the 55-year-old MP is yet to apologise
Daily Mirror · Jan 29, 2023 Tories engulfed by sleaze as Rishi Sunak branded 'weak' over Nadhim Zahawi sacking Rishi Sunak dithered for a fortnight and then finally fired the Conservative Party chairman for breaking ministerial rules seven times
Daily Mirror · Jan 29, 2023 'Rishi Sunak is clearly out of his depth and couldn’t run a bath let alone Britain' Rishi Sunak, who marks 100 days as Prime Minister this week, and "unpopular" Boris Johnson are proving why the "Conservative Party’s unfit to govern," argues associate editor Kevin Maguire
Bangkok Post · Jan 29, 2023 No House dissolution yet Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said he will not call for the dissolution of the House of Representatives yet despite having the legal grounds to do so after two amended organic laws for holding elections took effect on Sunday.