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London local elections 2026: 'We're very optimistic' at regaining Westminster, Wandsworth and Barnet, says Badenoch

In an exclusive interview with The Standard, the Tory leader also stressed that Golders Green was the ‘frontline’ in a surge in antisemitism plaguing Britain

Evening Standard

Liz Truss's 'pro-growth' Mayfair private members club gets green light despite protests

The ex-Prime Minister joined forces with property tycoon Robert Tchenguiz to open the Leconfield, an exclusive invitation-only club based in MI5’s former Mayfair headquarters

Evening Standard

Candidates vying to replace PM like ‘auditions for Labour Celebrity Traitors’

SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn hit out at the ‘squabbling’ and ‘political infighting’ in Sir Keir Starmer’s party.

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UK facing constitutional shock in Scottish and Welsh elections – Stephen Flynn

The SNP Westminster leader spoke out before Thursday’s elections to both Holyrood and the Senedd.

Evening Standard

The Welsh election is a two-horse race – and Labour is nowhere to be seen

WELSH ELECTIONS : Labour’s domination of Welsh politics is set to come to an abrupt end next week. Holly Evans speaks to Plaid Cymru about whether the Welsh nationalists have what it takes to finally become the country’s biggest party – and the threat of Nigel Farage’s Reform

The Independent UK

Starmer pleads with Labour to unite ahead of local elections as wipeout predicted

Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting are both said to be considering bids for the Labour leadership after the local elections on May 7

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham plan return to Westminster to challenge Starmer

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Andy Burnham ‘planning Westminster return’ – here’s what it could mean for Starmer

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The Independent UK

Andy Burnham planning return to Westminster ‘within weeks to challenge Starmer for Labour leadership’

The Labour Mayor of Greater Manchester has reportedly identified several seats where MPs are prepared to step aside, triggering a by-election which could pave the way for his return to Parliament

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham planning return to Westminster ‘within weeks’ – reports

The Mayor of Greater Manchester has reportedly identified several seats where MPs are prepared to step aside.

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham has plan to return to Westminster ‘within weeks’, allies say

Exclusive: Greater Manchester mayor said to have identified seats where MPs would step aside to allow leadership bid

The Guardian - UK

Banksy artwork appears overnight in London, Mystery statue sparks debate

Banksy has seemingly dropped a new statue in central London overnight. The artwork, depicting a flag-blinded suited figure stepping off a plinth, appeared in Waterloo Place. The installation was swift and professional, drawing attention to its commentary on leadership. Westminster Council, though unnotified, expressed excitement, allowing public viewing while options…

The Times of India

Graham Linehan accuses police of taking sides after conviction overturned

Linehan, who now lives in Arizona in the US, had been fined £500 at Westminster Magistrates’ Court last November.

Evening Standard

Graham Linehan criminal damage conviction overturned

Linehan, who now lives in Arizona in the US, had been fined £500 at Westminster Magistrates’ Court last November.

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We can’t wait for Burnham, Labour MPs say, as race to replace Starmer comes down to Rayner vs Streeting

Labour MPs are gearing up for a leadership battle to replace the wounded Keir Starmer ahead of what are expected to be catastrophic election results next week

The Guardian - UK

Digested week: King bites tongue as president indulges his own fantasies

While Charles and Camilla were on a three-line whip, MPs watched the excruciating discomfort of civil servants

The Independent UK

Westminster Council reveals plans for new Banksy flag statue after it appears in London

The elusive artist unveiled new sculpture in central London earlier this week

Evening Standard

Election is opportunity to ‘chart new course’ for Scotland, Swinney says

The Scottish First Minister and SNP leader made a stump speech in Stirling ahead of the final weekend of the campaign.

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Evening Standard

Stephen Flynn calls for emergency financial support as UK faces ‘cliff edge’

The SNP Westminster leader warned that without action from Westminster the UK could be facing ‘economic catastrophe’.

Evening Standard

Voting SNP could bring independence and lower energy bills, says Swinney

The SNP leader said Scotland’s energy was its ‘superpower’ as he urged voters to back him with less than a week to go before polling day.

The Guardian - UK

Where does Starmer’s leadership stand – and who are his potential challengers?

With PM on shaky ground as May elections approach, we take a look at who could take a run at the Labour leadership

The Guardian - UK

‘Reform is an acute threat to Scottish self-government,’ says John Swinney

Polling puts Reform, led in Scotland by former peer Malcolm Offord, neck and neck with Labour for second place

The Guardian - UK

Labour is facing wipeout in its final stronghold. Why? It’s housing, housing, housing

In the 1980s, Labour-controlled London built 52,000 council homes. During the Tony Blair decade, just 280. It’s brought this local-election catastrophe on itself, says Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty

International Business Times UK

UK Parliament Shutdown: Keir Starmer Grilled In Final PMQs Before Two-Week Recess

Keir Starmer faced a combative final Prime Minister's Questions before Parliament shut down for a two‑week recess, as Kemi Badenoch accused him of 'begging MPs to save his skin'.

Evening Standard

Anas Sarwar blasts SNP ‘stunt’ as PM faces Commons sleaze inquiry vote

Mr Sarwar rejected calls from the SNP that he should order Scottish Labour MPs to support an inquiry into Sir Keir Starmer.

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