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Mapped: Which areas face longer GP waiting times as figures grow under Labour

Labour has been accused of a ‘damning failure’ with new figures showing 7.6 million people had to wait over four weeks to see a GP

The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2025

Keir Starmer U-Turns: Why Labour's 'Economic Illiteracy' Should Terrify Britain

An analysis of Sir Keir Starmer's first 18 months in power, examining U-turns, broken promises and fiscal decisions sparking concern over Britain's political future.

International Business Times UK · Dec 29, 2025

Nigel Farage targeting six London council wins for Reform in elections as he says capital 'in big trouble'

Reform UK leader says his party has ‘very real chance’ of winning in London in May elections

Evening Standard · Dec 29, 2025

Dining across the divide: ‘There’s nothing more irritating than being told you’re an idiot by a teenager’

Two film producers discuss second homes, the use of the word ‘woke’, and the importance of the BBC. Could they find any common ground?

The Guardian - UK · Dec 28, 2025

Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp Slams Home Office for Giving Migrants 'Red-Carpet Treatment'

Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp slammed the Home Office for offering healthcare to deported migrants after a GP job post at a detention centre.

International Business Times UK · Dec 27, 2025

Starmer criticised for celebrating democracy activist’s return from Egypt

Alaa Abd El-Fattah was released from an Egyptian prison in September after receiving a presidential pardon.

Evening Standard · Dec 27, 2025

Trade unions leader calls on Labour to forge closer relationship with Europe

In an exclusive interview, the head of the TUC Paul Nowak says a customs union with the EU could boost the UK’s economy

The Guardian - UK · Dec 27, 2025

Swinney ‘duping’ supporters into thinking he can win majority, says Anas Sarwar

The First Minister has made an SNP majority his target for a referendum on independence.

Evening Standard · Dec 27, 2025

Small Boat Migrants: Record 803 People Arrive In Single December Day Under Labour

New Home Office figures show 2025 is the second-highest year on record for small boat arrivals. Despite Labour pledges, over 41,000 have crossed the Channel.

International Business Times UK · Dec 26, 2025

Starmer needs to tell a better Christmas story about Labour

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: If Labour is to avoid catastrophe in the May local elections, the prime minister and his cabinet need to pull together and deliver both action and good news

The Independent UK · Dec 25, 2025