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TV Debate: Rishi Sunak Admits Failure To Deliver His 5 Pledges
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
TV Debate: Rishi Sunak Admits Failure To Deliver His 5 Pledges
Rishi Sunak admitted he had failed to deliver some of his key pledges to the nation as both him and Labour leader Keir Starmer faced a tough interrogation in the Sky News leaders debate.
Penny Mordaunt Attacked From All Sides After PM’s D-Day Blunder
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Penny Mordaunt Attacked From All Sides After PM’s D-Day Blunder
Penny Mordaunt was attacked from all major parties at the TV debate on Friday evening, after she said the Prime Minister was “completely wrong” to return early from D-Day commemorations on Omaha beach.
Gobsmacked Tories Dismayed Over Rishi Sunak Leaving D-Day Celebrations Early
Defence
By Tom Scotson
Gobsmacked Tories Dismayed Over Rishi Sunak Leaving D-Day Celebrations Early
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces furious criticism from Conservative Party figures and general election candidates after he left D-Day commemorations on Thursday early to take part in a TV interview in the UK.
Nigel Farage To Run For Parliament As Reform UK Leader
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Nigel Farage To Run For Parliament As Reform UK Leader
Nigel Farage has announced he has taken over as Reform leader and will run as a candidate at the 4 July general election.
Conservatives Are Struggling To Rally Activists On The Campaign Trail
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Conservatives Are Struggling To Rally Activists On The Campaign Trail
​Exhausted Conservatives have struggled to rally volunteers to drum up support on the doorstep, particularly among young Tories with whom the Prime Minister’s early election pledges have not landed well.
Reform UK Will Argue High Net Migration Makes Housing Unaffordable
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Reform UK Will Argue High Net Migration Makes Housing Unaffordable
Former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe, who now campaigns for Reform UK, has said the party will argue the current levels of net migration makes housing unaffordable, as they seek to link their core resistance to immigration to broader policy areas including the health service and the economy.
'Fed Up' Tories Trudge Into The General Election As Divided As Ever
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
"Fed Up" Tories Trudge Into The General Election As Divided As Ever
Conservatives MPs remain "fed-up" and divided as to whether Rishi Sunak should have called an election on Wednesday, as the Prime Minister kicks off the formal campaign around the country.
Rishi Sunak Issues 'Unequivocal' Apology To Infected Blood Victims After Devastating Inquiry Concludes
Health
By Tom Scotson
Rishi Sunak Issues "Unequivocal" Apology To Infected Blood Victims After Devastating Inquiry Concludes
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has issued an "unequivocal" apology to infected blood victims after the damning findings of a major multi-year inquiry were published on Monday.
Labour MP Says Justice For Infected Blood Victims Has Been Hindered By Ministerial 'Churn'
Health
By Tom Scotson
Labour MP Says Justice For Infected Blood Victims Has Been Hindered By Ministerial "Churn"
Labour MP Diana Johnson has said political instability in recent years has been an obstacle to victims of the contaminated blood scandal achieving justice and receiving compensation.
One In Ten Military Homes Has Been Plagued With Pest Infestations
Defence
By Tom Scotson
One In Ten Military Homes Has Been Plagued With Pest Infestations
Exclusive: One in ten military homes have suffered from pest infestations since 2022, as the armed forces continue to face a severe staffing crisis after an exodus in personnel.
Priti Patel Is Quietly Becoming The Favourite For Next Tory Leader
Home affairs
Priti Patel Is Quietly Becoming The Favourite For Next Tory Leader
With many Conservatives now resigned to a fate of being ousted from office at the next election, a number of MPs seem to have diverted their energy to shoring up a future leadership bid in the inevitable event of Rishi Sunak standing down.
Procurement Fraud Drives Costs Soaring In Ministry Of Defence
Defence
By Tom Scotson
Procurement Fraud Drives Costs Soaring In Ministry Of Defence
Procurement fraud has sent costs soaring at the Ministry of Defence (MoD), after new figures revealed it had led to 90 per cent of detected fraud value since 2020.
Labour’s Richard Parker Wins West Midlands Mayor Race Ousting Tory Andy Street
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Labour’s Richard Parker Wins West Midlands Mayor Race Ousting Tory Andy Street
Labour’s Richard Parker has been elected West Midlands mayor, beating Conservative incumbent Andy Street in a tight race that came down to the wire.
Local Elections Live: Grim Results For Sunak, But Houchen Wins
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Local Elections Live: Grim Results For Sunak, But Houchen Wins
The Conservative Party could lose up to 500 council seats in the local elections, as the party braces for a bleak and bruising set of results.
Minister Suggests Public Body Should Defend MPs’ Right Not To Be 'Bullied' And 'Harassed'
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Minister Suggests Public Body Should Defend MPs’ Right Not To Be "Bullied" And "Harassed"
Government minister Steve Baker has said there is a case for an existing public body to remind activists that politicians are not “fair game” for “harassment, intimidation and bullying”.
What Are Labour's Plans For Leasehold?
Social affairs
What Are Labour's Plans For Leasehold?
Campaigners are looking more towards Labour to abolish Leasehold as the party edges closer to power – but many are concerned reforming the sector will not be a top priority for the party.
Tory MPs Criticise 'Flawed' Renters Reform Bill As Legislation Set To Sail Through Commons
Home affairs
By Tom Scotson
Tory MPs Criticise "Flawed" Renters Reform Bill As Legislation Set To Sail Through Commons
A number of Tory MPs have criticised the Renters Reform Bill as deeply “flawed” but a large rebellion was not expected as the legislation was expected to sail through the Commons.
Government Seeks To Reassure Over Football Regulator's Potential 'Mission Creep'
Culture
By Tom Scotson
Government Seeks To Reassure Over Football Regulator's Potential "Mission Creep"
A number of stakeholders, MPs and legal experts have raised the alarm over potential “mission creep” in the football regulator, with many claiming additional rules could harm English football.
Prime Minister Says Middle East Conflict Escalation Benefits No One After Israel Strike On Iran
Foreign affairs
By Tom Scotson
Prime Minister Says Middle East Conflict Escalation Benefits No One After Israel Strike On Iran
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said it was "not in anyone's interest" to see an escalation in the conflict in the Middle East after Israel fired retaliatory strikes against Iran on Friday morning.
New Football Law “Could Risk World Cup and Champions League Participation”
Culture
By Tom Scotson
New Football Law “Could Risk World Cup and Champions League Participation”
Exclusive: The Government has been warned the Football Governance Bill could risk England’s participation in the World Cup and the country's elite clubs from taking part in the Champions League.
MPs Clash With Foreign Office Over Calls To Proscribe IRGC
Foreign affairs
By Tom Scotson
MPs Clash With Foreign Office Over Calls To Proscribe IRGC
Renewed calls from MPs across the political divide for Government to proscribe the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) after Israel was attacked by Iranian missiles have been met with resistance from the Foreign Office, which has continued to prioritise a sanctions regime.
Calls To Increase Defence Spending Could Clash With Labour's Tight Fiscal Rules
Defence
By Tom Scotson
Calls To Increase Defence Spending Could Clash With Labour's Tight Fiscal Rules
Labour has made a commitment to tight fiscal rules a core part of the offering to voters they hope will propel them to Government at the next general election, but they could make it difficult to deliver an increase to defence spending.
Police To Investigate Angela Rayner Over Residency Declaration
Home affairs
By Tom Scotson
Police To Investigate Angela Rayner Over Residency Declaration
Greater Manchester Police have launched on investigation into whether deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner broke electoral law with incorrect information about her living arrangements.

Trade Department Would Not “Hesitate” To Revoke Arms Licences To Israel
Economy
By Tom Scotson
Trade Department Would Not “Hesitate” To Revoke Arms Licences To Israel
The Department of Trade would not “hesitate” to revoke arms licences to Israel if the evidence in favour of doing so presented itself, a minister for the department has told PoliticsHome.
Doom And Disgruntled Tories Are Costing Whips Control Of MPs
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Doom And Disgruntled Tories Are Costing Whips Control Of MPs
A sense of impending doom and loyalties fractured by a revolving door of prime ministers has left the Conservative party difficult for the party whips to govern, according to MPs who are growing increasingly frustrated with their unruly colleagues.
Tory MPs Accuse Government Of Sidestepping Defence Spending Tensions
Defence
By Tom Scotson
Tory MPs Accuse Government Of Sidestepping Defence Spending Tensions
A number of Tory MPs are concerned the Government is sidestepping the issue of defence spending, as the Ministry of Defence (MoD) continues to announce policies to bolster strategy rather than resource.
Reform UK's Success Hinges On Surpassing National Polling At Local Elections
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Reform UK's Success Hinges On Surpassing National Polling At Local Elections
A successful night at the local elections for Reform UK will be achieving "well above 15 per cent" in the areas they are standing, as the insurgent right wing party threatens to eat into the Tory vote.
Tories Are Split Over Pressure To Halt Weapon Sales To Israel
Foreign affairs
By Tom Scotson
Tories Are Split Over Pressure To Halt Weapon Sales To Israel
A new divide has emerged in the Conservative party with a growing number of MPs expressing resistance to calls to suspend arms sales to Israel over intensified violence in Gaza.


Veteran Political Strategist Says Tory Party's Biggest Enemy Is 'Themselves'
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Veteran Political Strategist Says Tory Party's Biggest Enemy Is "Themselves"
Frank Luntz, an Influential political strategist, has said the Conservative Party’s worst threat is “themselves”, as the Tories continue to struggle in the polls and face significant losses at the next general election.
Keeping it all in proportion – why we need more Georgian houses
Communities
By Tom Scotson
Keeping it all in proportion – why we need more Georgian houses
Georgian architecture is beloved by the British public, says Tom Scotson. So could it be the answer to our housing crisis – and keep the Nimbys at bay?
Government Confirms Two Cyber Attacks Linked to Chinese State Affiliated Actors
Foreign affairs
By Tom Scotson
Government Confirms Two Cyber Attacks Linked to Chinese State Affiliated Actors
Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden has criticised "malign" cyber attacks made by China-state affiliated actors, which he said had targeted UK institutions in two separate attacks.
Conservative Voters Support Contentious Leasehold Reforms
Home affairs
Conservative Voters Support Contentious Leasehold Reforms
Conservative voters are keen to see ground rents abolished on leasehold properties, despite significant pushback from within the parliamentary party to water down the major reform put forward by housing secretary Michael Gove.
Manchester Tories Are Bitterly Divided Over Reform UK Defector's Replacement
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Manchester Tories Are Bitterly Divided Over Reform UK Defector's Replacement
Greater Manchester Conservatives were plunged into disarray on Thursday, and many local members remain deeply unhappy with how the party lost its candidate to the Reform UK party.
Rishi Sunak Lists Tory Wins In Letter To MPs Aimed At Lifting Spirits
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Rishi Sunak Lists Tory Wins In Letter To MPs Aimed At Lifting Spirits
Rishi Sunak has written to Conservative MPs listing what he believes the party has achieved, in a bid to lift spirits as he warns of tough times and a “difficult fight” in the local elections.
MPs Eye Giving Football Regulator More Power To Distribute Premier League Funds
Culture
By Tom Scotson
MPs Eye Giving Football Regulator More Power To Distribute Premier League Funds
MPs and football sector figures are looking to amend the Football Governance Bill to give the newly established regulator more power to force elite clubs to distribute money to smaller teams.
Tory Manchester Mayoral Candidate Defects To Reform Party
Political parties
By Tom Scotson
Tory Manchester Mayoral Candidate Defects To Reform Party
The Conservative Party candidate for the Greater Manchester mayoral election has defected to the Reform Party.