The Latest Breaking News from House of Commons

Police investigating Ann Widdecombe’s death continue to question suspect

Police could be allowed to hold him for up to 14 days for questioning under terrorism legislation if needed.

Evening Standard · Jul 14

Commons Speaker makes dig at Reform after security complaints

SPEAKER Lindsay Hoyle told the Commons that he was “sorry” some MPs didn’t think he took their security seriously, in a veiled dig at Reform…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 13

Shabana Mahmood Says Counter-Terrorism Police Now Lead Ann Widdecombe Murder Probe

Counter-terrorism police are investigating the suspected murder of Ann Widdecombe after a suspect was re-arrested on terrorism charges, with multiple lines of enquiry currently ongoing.

International Business Times UK · Jul 13

Why has Nigel Farage resigned as an MP? Reform UK leader triggers by-election

NIGEL Farage has announced that he will quit as an MP and fight a by-election in his own constituency after coming under intense pressure over…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 7

Westminster told to scrap EHRC ‘segregation’ code for trans people as deadline looms

WESTMINSTER has been urged to reject the UK equality watchdog’s code of practice that would bring in “segregation” for transgender people.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 7

Keir Starmer's two-child cap claim is a vain bid for a legacy he hasn't earned

Keir Starmer’s claim that scrapping the two-child benefit cap is his proudest moment from his time as Prime Minister is a vain attempt to re-write…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 5

Why the UK government needed to apologise for its role in historical forced adoptions in England

British prime minister Keir Starmer has apologised in the House of Commons for historical forced adoptions in England. Present in the gallery were mothers and adult adoptees directly affected by the practice.

The Conversation · Jul 2

'No evidence' Peter Murrell stole public money, watchdogs tell Scottish Labour MP

THERE is “no reason to believe” weaknesses in the system may have allowed Peter Murrell to embezzle public money and “no evidence” he did…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 1

No concerns raised about Murrell stealing taxpayer money, Commons says

The Electoral Commission also said there was no evidence Murrell misused public funds.

Evening Standard · Jul 1

Burnham unveils ‘No 10 North’: the key policy announcements from his ten-year vision

Andy Burnham has laid out plans for devolving power away from London and toward regional governments in his first major policy speech since rejoining the House of Commons.

The Independent UK · Jun 29