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Final two come to blows over tax plans in fierce Tory leadership race

Rishi Sunak claims the evidence suggests the Conservatives would suffer a defeat at the next general election with his rival Liz Truss in charge.

The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2022

Week of criticisms and revelations over Home Office’s handling of migrant crisis

The Home Office’s response to the migrant crisis has been the focus of a series of critical reports.

The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2022

Rishi Sunak says evidence suggests Tories would lose next election under Truss

The former chancellor warned that going on a ‘huge borrowing spree’ would only ‘make the situation worse’ when it comes to inflation.

The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2022

Liz Truss eyes emergency budget to lower tax as she fights Rishi Sunak for No 10

As the final Tory leadership contenders battle for the support of Conservative members, Mr Sunak claimed he is the only one who can beat Labour.

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022

Tobias Ellwood has Tory whip suspended again after reprieve for leadership vote

The Penny Mordaunt supporter was given back the whip temporarily so he could vote in the race for No 10.

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022

Rishi Sunak or Liz Truss: How will the Tories select a winner?

Conservative Party members will now vote for the person they want to become the next prime minister.

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022

Inflation ‘number one concern’ for Britons

Spending habits have changed amid rising cost of living

Evening Standard · Jul 20, 2022

Blazes a ‘wake-up call’ on climate change, firefighters warn after record heat

Temperatures climbed above 40C for the first time in the UK on Tuesday.

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022

Tory MPs cast final votes in bitter battle for Number 10

With Rishi Sunak all but guaranteed a place on the final ballot paper, Liz Truss and Penny Mordaunt are vying for the remaining spot.

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022

Extreme heat ‘wake-up call for everyone’ in UK, says Cop26 president Alok Sharma

The Cabinet Office minister said climate change had to be dealt with.

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022