The Latest Breaking News from House of Commons

Charlie Webster ‘in tears’ amid campaign to increase support for abuse victims

Her story was raised by Labour MP Jess Phillips in the House of Commons as MPs debate the Bill’s second reading.

The Independent UK · May 15, 2023

How much has Boris Johnson made in cash, gifts and benefits since resigning as PM?

Since Johnson stepped down from the head of the UK Government on September 5 last year, he has only made 17 contributions to the House of Commons

The National (Scotland) · May 15, 2023

What is the Victims and Prisoners Bill, and why is it being criticised?

The Victims and Prisoners Bill will be read in the House of Commons for the second time today

Evening Standard · May 15, 2023

Who is Plaid Cymru leader Adam Price, and why has he quit the party?

Plaid Cymru is looking to find a new leader after the departure of Adam Price

Evening Standard · May 11, 2023

Illegal Migration Bill not against Christian values – Home Office minister

Sarah Dines MP urged Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby to ‘look again’ at the reforms following his rare intervention in the House of Lords.

The Independent UK · May 11, 2023

Labour take note: red-wall voters want an ambitious plan for renewal – not tough talk and flag waving

If projections can be relied on, Labour has good reason to feel confident of supplanting the Conservatives as biggest party at the next general election. Yet it remains far from clear that Keir Starmer is heading for a House of Commons majority.

The Conversation · May 10, 2023

Andrew Bridgen sues Matt Hancock for libel over vaccine tweet row and confirms switch to Reclaim

Former Tory MP Andrew Bridgen announced he is formally suing Matt Hancock for libel on Wednesday in a row over a vaccines tweet.

Evening Standard · May 10, 2023

The Michael Chong affair reveals the federal government's national security incompetence

“The first priority of the Government of Canada is to protect the safety and security of Canadians both at home and abroad.” So says Public Safety Canada.

The Conversation · May 9, 2023

Parliament hears tribute to 'pioneering' former ECHO journalist Dan Kay

Former ECHO writer Dan was a tireless campaigner for the victims and families of the Hillsborough Disaster and his work was recognised in the House of Commons today

Liverpool Echo · May 9, 2023

Mightier than the sword: How Penny Mordaunt became the surprise star of King Charles’ coronation

Introducing 'the lady in blue', and the first woman to carry the sword of state

The Independent UK · May 9, 2023