The Latest Breaking News from Westminster

Cats ruled out for parliamentary pest patrols over welfare concerns

Free roaming felines have been rejected as potential pest controllers in Westminster because of concerns for their safety.

Evening Standard · Jun 18, 2025

Holocaust memorial critics warn of creating ‘monument to death and the Nazis’

Concerns have again been raised at Westminster over the loss of green space, the design of the scheme and security implications

Evening Standard · Jun 17, 2025

Why does Nigel Farage get to play British politics on easy mode?

The UK’s electoral system traditionally makes it hard for new parties to succeed. Not Reform. Sitting back from the fray, it sets the agenda, says Guardian columnist Andy Beckett

The Guardian - UK · Jun 13, 2025

Westminster Kennel Club sets plans for its 150th dog show next year

The Westminster Kennel Club is gearing up for its 150th annual dog show next year, though it’s still just 21 in dog years

The Independent UK · May 20, 2025

‘The red Welsh way’: Welsh Labour attempts to distance itself from the UK party

More than two decades ago, Rhodri Morgan, then first minister of Wales, put “clear red water” between Welsh Labour and the UK party. It’s a phrase that became one of the most enduring cliches in Welsh politics.

The Conversation · May 13, 2025

‘Increasingly difficult’ for Stormont to mitigate decisions made at Westminster

Northern Ireland’s Finance Minister said decisions at Westminster have ‘significant impact’ in the region.

Evening Standard · May 7, 2025

Farage may not be in office but he is very much in power, says Swinney

The First Minister was speaking in Edinburgh at a gathering of SNP candidates for next year’s Holyrood election.

The Independent UK · May 7, 2025

Russell Brand granted conditional bail after appearing in London court on rape and assault charges

The British actor-comedian arrived at Westminster Magistrates’ Court for his first hearing since he was charged last month with one count each of rape, indecent assault and oral rape, as well as two counts of sexual assault.

Euronews · May 2, 2025

Bikers to descend on Westminster for veterans protest against Legacy Act repeal

Organisers say there could be around 1,000 demonstrators gathering on Whitehall in central London on Friday.

Evening Standard · Apr 17, 2025

UK Could Be Quietly Slipping Back Under EU Rules and People Are Not Happy

There’s serious noise coming out of Westminster this morning after reports emerged that Labour may be paving the way for a quiet return to EU-style rule-making.

The Fashion Central · Apr 17, 2025