Labour conference rule changes could stop members debating certain issues NEC approves rule stipulating that only ‘contemporary’ motions can be debated after this year’s event The Guardian - UK · Sep 26, 2023
'Reckless': Scottish Labour-run council panned for doubling sports club fees MORE than doubling sports club prices in South Lanarkshire during the cost of living crisis has been branded “reckless” by… The National (Scotland) · Sep 26, 2023
Labour bid 'to block debates on Brexit and two-child cap at conference' LABOUR are facing stiff criticism amid reports that internal rules will be tweaked to block grassroots attempts to discuss issues such… The National (Scotland) · Sep 26, 2023
Jeremy Corbyn keeps quiet on mayoral bid as leftie pal Ken Loach calls Starmer a Tory The former Labour leader is keeping his cards to his chest Evening Standard · Sep 26, 2023
Senior business leaders back Keir Starmer’s call not to ‘diverge’ from EU Trade bodies join political figures in backing ‘policy of alignment with standards and regulations’ with bloc The Guardian - UK · Sep 26, 2023
Cuts, war, Brexit: all fuel the battle for the centre ground, but no one really knows where that is It is the concept dominating our politics, but unless people have a clear idea what it means, the debate will isolate them further, says author and broadcaster Steve Richards The Guardian - UK · Sep 26, 2023
Gordon Brown in challenge to Keir Starmer over backing Tory benefit policies GORDON Brown has said the UK’s benefit system is failing to support those living in poverty – in an indirect challenge to Keir Starmer who has… The National (Scotland) · Sep 25, 2023
Whip round saves the music at Lib Dem conference karaoke Meanwhile Lib Dem leader Ed Davey capsized in a kayak in a stunt against sewage Evening Standard · Sep 25, 2023
Scrapping Manchester leg of HS2 holds political risks for Rishi Sunak PM would need to offer voters in the north of England an alternative. Whether they believe him is another matter The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2023
SNP challenge Labour to support benefit reform following Gordon Brown comments THE SNP have challenged Keir Starmer to reform Westminster’s welfare system following recent comments made by former prime minister Gordon Brown… The National (Scotland) · Sep 24, 2023
Britain’s political debate is lacking bold, radical policies. This is your moment, Lib Dems Ed Davey should go big on Europe, the economy and the environment at the party conference this week, says Max von Thun, a former adviser to the party The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2023
Business chiefs urge Labour to consider ‘fantastic’ plan to rejoin EU under new membership scheme Exclusive: Labour leader told to ‘keep an open mind’ about radical plan to give UK access to single market The Independent UK · Sep 24, 2023
Murdoch brainwashed Britain. That’s the comforting tale the left tells itself. But is it true? The influence of News Corp is overstated – and politicians need to revamp their tactics and schmoozing accordingly The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2023
Before we get to the election, Lib Dems need to raise their sights and up their game They pulled off some spectacular byelection victories over the Tories, but their poll rating is consistently underwhelming The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Sep 24, 2023 ‘This can only end badly’: Tories fear Sunak policy blitz is bound to fail The prime minister has reset his party’s agenda with a wave of new initiatives. But is it a coherent strategy or a blind panic?
The Independent UK · Sep 23, 2023 Starmer cannot offer change without backing cost-of-living plan, SNP says Labour has been urged to back proposals including mortgage relief and a £400 energy bill rebate for households over the autumn and winter.
The Guardian - US · Sep 23, 2023 Keir Starmer to call for UK clean energy action in New York City address Exclusive: Labour leader pledges party would stand ‘strong on the UK’s climate commitments’ in contrast to Sunak’s net zero reversal
Evening Standard · Sep 23, 2023 Former Tory leaders condemn ‘desperate’ move to ditch HS2 to Manchester Boris Johnson said rumoured cuts to HS2 were ‘Treasury driven nonsense’, with David Cameron also said to have intervened.
The National (Scotland) · Sep 23, 2023 Angus Robertson to join Rutherglen by-election campaign trail for pro-EU day ANGUS Robertson is set to join Katy Loudon on the Rutherglen and Hamilton West by-election trail as part of a pro-EU campaign day.
The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023 Former Tory PMs hit back at ‘desperate’ move to ditch HS2 to Manchester Boris Johnson said rumoured cuts to HS2 were ‘Treasury driven nonsense’, with David Cameron also said to have intervened.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 22, 2023 Dividing lines: where do Sunak and Starmer stand on key UK issues? Party leaders start to reveal clearer positions on policy areas ranging from net zero to transgender rights
The National (Scotland) · Sep 22, 2023 Top Scottish screenwriter aims blistering criticism at Keir Starmer's Labour ACCLAIMED Scottish screenwriter Paul Laverty blasted Keir Starmer's "s*****, incompetent and anodyne opposition", as he came to Glasgow to…
The National (Scotland) · Sep 22, 2023 LibDems accused of 'throwing in the towel' after ruling out UK return to the EU THE LibDems have been accused of “throwing in the towel” after leader Ed Davey said rejoining the EU is “currently off the table”.
The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023 Davey says he is ‘sick and tired of Tories’, but no electoral pact with Labour Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey also said the prospect of rejoining the European Union was off the table.
The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023 Starmer vows more powers for OBR so Truss budget ‘disaster’ never happens again The Labour leader said ministers would be legally bound to consult the official fiscal watchdog on tax and spending changes under his party’s plans.