HS2 failings blamed on high-speed focus and political pressure As part of efforts to get the project back on track, HS2 Ltd has previously said it would slow or pause work such as the line towards Handsacre, so it could focus spend on areas which had fallen behind; notably the central section across Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire… Continue reading HS2 failings blamed on high-speed focus and political pressure
Category: UK Politics
Burnham cleared to run for selection in pivotal by-election
Burnham cleared to run for selection in pivotal by-election Steve Reed, the housing secretary and an ally of the PM, said: “It’s been a very difficult week but we need to take a breath now, take this weekend to reflect on what’s going on, and come back next week and focus on the country we… Continue reading Burnham cleared to run for selection in pivotal by-election
UK borrowing costs rise and pound falls as leadership drama continues
UK borrowing costs rise and pound falls as leadership drama continues “Overall, UK politics is a mess, there are already signs that foreign buyers are ditching the gilt market. If there is a major rout in the pound and/or gilts in the coming days, prospective candidates may need to assess whether now was a wise… Continue reading UK borrowing costs rise and pound falls as leadership drama continues
Standards watchdog launches probe into £5m Farage gift
Standards watchdog launches probe into £5m Farage gift [unable to retrieve full-text content]Parliamentary Standards Commissioner has decided to begin an inquiry into Reform leader Nigel Farage, the BBC understands.Published at Wed, 13 May 2026 12:07:38 +0000
Chris Mason: Why a coffee is overshadowing the King’s Speech
Chris Mason: Why a coffee is overshadowing the King’s Speech [unable to retrieve full-text content]The King will set out the government’s agenda in Parliament, but the political plotting continues. Published at Wed, 13 May 2026 10:21:24 +0000
Starmer prepares for King’s Speech as he faces leadership crisis
Starmer prepares for King’s Speech as he faces leadership crisis [unable to retrieve full-text content]King Charles III will attend Parliament to deliver the speech outlining the government’s agenda.Published at Tue, 12 May 2026 21:31:21 +0000
At a glance: Starmer grapples with leadership crisis
At a glance: Starmer grapples with leadership crisis [unable to retrieve full-text content]The prime minister is fighting to stay on in No 10 as heavy election losses trigger a Labour revolt.Published at Tue, 12 May 2026 10:19:54 +0000
British Steel nationalisation plans announced by Starmer
British Steel nationalisation plans announced by Starmer [unable to retrieve full-text content]The steelworks has been under government control for almost a year, but leglistation to nationalise it will be put forward this week.Published at Mon, 11 May 2026 11:22:01 +0000
Starmer to promise bolder action as leadership threats mount
Starmer to promise bolder action as leadership threats mount [unable to retrieve full-text content]The embattled PM will seek to persuade his MPs not to ditch him as Labour leader in a speech on Monday.Published at Sun, 10 May 2026 21:32:19 +0000
Labour MP challenges ministers to move against Starmer
Labour MP challenges ministers to move against Starmer [unable to retrieve full-text content]Catherine West threatens to challenge Keir Starmer herself, as minister Bridget Phillipson backs the embattled PM.Published at Sun, 10 May 2026 14:37:43 +0000