The Latest Breaking News on UK Politics

Deal reached over onshore windfarms and new SNP leader in Westminster named – as it happened

Labour’s motion calling on the government to release all documents and advice relating to contracts awarded to PPE Medpro has also now passed

The Guardian - UK · Dec 6, 2022

Nicola Sturgeon sends message of thanks to Ian Blackford as he prepares to step down

FIRST Minister Nicola Sturgeon has sent a message of thanks to Ian Blackford as he prepares to step down as the SNP’s Westminster leader.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 6, 2022

Council leader criticised for not addressing local issues in fierce debate

Wirral Conservative leader Tom Anderson called a vote on new voter ID rules "Labour virtue signalling from central office"

Liverpool Echo · Dec 6, 2022

Greater Manchester's new deputy mayor appointed and £5,000 pay rise approved

Outgoing Trafford MP Kate Green has been formally appointed

Manchester Evening News · Dec 6, 2022

Brisbane City Council to give CEO more power to edit meeting transcripts

Brisbane City Council has voted to give its CEO more powers to remove comments made in chambers and prevent council officers from being named in public meetings.

ABC News · Dec 6, 2022

Just Stop Oil’s message to Suella Braverman: threaten us all you like – we’re not listening

Ministers have shattered the legal system and are failing to tackle the climate crisis. Now they are making protesters their scapegoats, says activist Indigo Rumbelow

The Guardian - UK · Dec 6, 2022

Prayut wants to stay PM for 2 more years

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said on Tuesday that he wanted to remain in his position for two more years after the next general election.

Bangkok Post · Dec 6, 2022

Victorian Labor on track to equal ‘Danslide’ result after retaining Northcote by 184 votes

Greens concede seat in Melbourne’s inner-north – again – after distribution of preferences

The Guardian - AU · Dec 6, 2022

Prayut wants to remain as prime minister for 2 more years

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said on Tuesday that he wanted to remain in his position for two more years after the next general election, and then find a suitable successor due to his tenure limitation.

Bangkok Post · Dec 6, 2022

Former prime minister Scott Morrison's lawyer pushes for full response to the Robodebt royal commission to be made public

Scott Morrison was social services minister and treasurer during the time of the scheme. His lawyer says matters that are currently protected by a public interest immunity, which protects the workings of government, informed his decision-making.

ABC News · Dec 6, 2022