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Keir Starmer thought he had pulled off a coup when Dover’s rightwing MP crossed the floor. Many were incensed, Tories were bemused – but does it prove there are no ‘no-go’ areas for the party?

A weekend near the former chancellor’s French residence induced a mood of wellbeing quite unlike Britain’s beleaguered mood

After Natalie Elphicke’s defection and tension over Gaza stance, some party insiders believe limits are being reached

Keir Starmer is not a man for dividing lines. Whether on public spending, relations with Europe or benefits claimants, the Labour leader has sought to ensure that the gap between the opposition and government remains as narrow as possible, lest he alienate floating voters. So it is notable that he…

Government sources had indicated flights would begin in July, but order shows first could happen on 24 June

Melanie Ward’s run for Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy likely to delight allies of party leader criticised for Gaza stance

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has staked his political reputation on his plan to "stop the boats", pushing the controversial deportation plan despite opposition from rights groups and judicial rulings.

Border Security Command would be an “elite force, not a Cinderella service”, Sir Keir Starmer said

The capital’s mayor stood his ground on principled, progressive policies – and won, says political strategist John McTernan