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Next PM should prioritise IMF reform or risk ceding the floor to rivals
Economy
By Lord Sarfraz
Next PM should prioritise IMF reform or risk ceding the floor to rivals
Before the Conservative leadership election started in earnest, the United Kingdom government was busy setting out its foreign policy vision. Notable was a focus on challenging geopolitical efforts by ‘malign actors’ – i.e. China – and providing alternative sources of investment for low- and middle-income countries.
Child Q was not a one-off – the Met Police strip-searched 650 children in just two years
Home affairs
By Dame Rachel de Souza
Child Q was not a one-off – the Met Police strip-searched 650 children in just two years
I was appalled and shocked to read the Serious Case Review relating to Child Q, which found the system designed to protect and support her had seriously failed.
Liz Truss Survives A Bumpy Week Riding Higher Than Ever In Tory Leadership Race
Political parties
Liz Truss Survives A Bumpy Week Riding Higher Than Ever In Tory Leadership Race
Liz Truss is still in a strong position to succeed Boris Johnson as Prime Minister even after committing her first major campaign error this week.
How Westminster Works: Everything That’s Ever Been Said In Parliament
Parliament
How Westminster Works: Everything That’s Ever Been Said In Parliament
How Westminster Works is a new limited podcast series from PoliticsHome, that takes a deep dive into the history, quirks and peculiar practices of UK politics.
Northern Ireland Still Doesn’t Have An Executive, What Happens Now?
Political parties
Northern Ireland Still Doesn’t Have An Executive, What Happens Now?
Three months after Northern Ireland held its seismic Assembly elections in May, which left nationalist Sinn Fein as the largest party for the first time ever, the struggle to install first and deputy ministers and resume power sharing wages on.
The next prime minister must maintain our place as a world leader in animal welfare
Environment
By Lorraine Platt
The next prime minister must maintain our place as a world leader in animal welfare
Over the last four decades, the Conservative Party has time and again led the way in advancing animal welfare.
Ukrainian Refugees In The UK Could Face Homelessness When Six Months With Hosts Ends
Foreign affairs
Ukrainian Refugees In The UK Could Face Homelessness When Six Months With Hosts Ends
Exclusive: Local leaders have issued an urgent call to government to provide further support for Ukrainian refugees living in the UK as early arrivals near the end of the six month period in which their hosts were required to support them under the government's Homes for Ukraine scheme.
Rishi Sunak's Bewildered Campaign Is Running Out Of Time To Turn Things Around
Political parties
Rishi Sunak's Bewildered Campaign Is Running Out Of Time To Turn Things Around
Just one of the twelve Tory leadership hustings has taken place but already the question being discussed within the party is whether Rishi Sunak's bid to succeed Boris Johnson is all but over.
Conservative MP 'Not Sure' How Their Family Will Pay Bills If Energy Costs Keep Rising
Energy
Conservative MP "Not Sure" How Their Family Will Pay Bills If Energy Costs Keep Rising
A Conservative MP has said he is “not sure” how his family will be able to pay if bills of energy costs continue to skyrocket.
'David was a leader, not simply a holder of office': Lord Empey pays tribute to Lord Trimble
Obituaries
By Lord Empey
'David was a leader, not simply a holder of office': Lord Empey pays tribute to Lord Trimble
I first encountered David Trimble in early 1970s Northern Ireland. The background was the ramping up of the Provisional IRA's campaign of terror; 1972 was the worst year of the Troubles with 479 deaths.
Last Dance? How our music scene is under threat from the gradual decline of nightclubs
Culture
By Charlotte Tosti
Last Dance? How our music scene is under threat from the gradual decline of nightclubs
In a country where clouds have a habit of blocking out the sun most days, our music scene is one of our brightest lights. Yet as Charlotte Tosti reports, this is under threat from the gradual decline of nightclubs
First Past the Post: MPs and peers on their parliamentary sports teams
Culture
By Sienna Rodgers
First Past the Post: MPs and peers on their parliamentary sports teams
From football and rugby to rifle shooting and netball, Sienna Rodgers talks to MPs and peers about what it means to be a good sport in Parliament
Where Rishi Sunak And Liz Truss Stand On Major Policy Areas
Economy
Where Rishi Sunak And Liz Truss Stand On Major Policy Areas
Rishi Sunak and foreign secretary Liz Truss face a summer of scrutiny by Conservative party members on how they would run a government as they enter the final stage of the race to become prime minister. 
Lord Coe: 10 years on from London 2012
Culture
By Lord Coe
Lord Coe: 10 years on from London 2012
It is hard to believe the London 2012 Olympic Games are already celebrating their 10-year anniversary.
It seems like only yesterday we were celebrating the opening ceremony, when Great Britain welcomed the world to London with a riveting spectacle imagined by Danny Boyle.
Forde Report Accuses 'Both Factions' In Labour Of Treating Anti-Semitism 'As A Factional Weapon'
Political parties
Forde Report Accuses "Both Factions" In Labour Of Treating Anti-Semitism "As A Factional Weapon"
Exclusive: The Forde Report has revealed that the independent inquiry into a leaked Labour report received “shocking” evidence about Labour and found that “both factions” treated anti-Semitism in the party “as a factional weapon”.
New Tory Leader Must 'Get Hold Of The Reins' Of Public Trust in Elections Rules, Watchdog’s Former Chief Warns
Communities
New Tory Leader Must "Get Hold Of The Reins" Of Public Trust in Elections Rules, Watchdog’s Former Chief Warns
The former chief executive of the Electoral Commission has warned the incoming Prime Minister they need to work hard to show they aren’t removing the watchdog’s independence after Boris Johnson’s government passed a controversial piece of legislation.
Lucy Powell interview: 'The Tories were found to be on the wrong side of modern Britain'
Culture
By Sienna Rodgers
Lucy Powell interview: 'The Tories were found to be on the wrong side of modern Britain'
Amid a Tory leadership race and a great British summer of sport, shadow digital, culture, media and sport secretary Lucy Powell talks to Sienna Rodgers about politics and play
The House Magazine and Openreach Announce Political Journalism Fellowship
Education
By House Magazine
The House Magazine and Openreach Announce Political Journalism Fellowship
The House magazine, in partnership with broadband provider Openreach, will be running a paid political journalism fellowship this Summer.
The Russian roulette of the Ukrainian war
Foreign affairs
By Said Batrouni
The Russian roulette of the Ukrainian war
The date 24 February 2022 will live in Ukranian memories for a long time. That day I woke at 4.30am, hearing the thunder of explosions in the distance. It was still dark outside but the morning sky was lit with mysterious flashes. Kyiv was being bombarded; the lights of the bombs reflected violently on the windows of the houses, leaving people in total panic.
Lords Diary: Lord Moynihan
Culture
By Lord Moynihan
Lords Diary: Lord Moynihan
The House of Lords has a long history of influence over United Kingdom sport and recreation policy. It was here in the summer of 1905 that Lord Desborough convened the first meeting of the British Olympic Association, which became influential in forming the rules and regulations of sport worldwide.
Liz Truss Is Scrambling To Charm The Tory Right And Beat Penny Mordaunt Onto Final Leadership Ballot
Political parties
Liz Truss Is Scrambling To Charm The Tory Right And Beat Penny Mordaunt Onto Final Leadership Ballot
Liz Truss faces one of the most important weeks of her life as she attempts to court enough Tory MPs from the right of the party to reach the final two in the race to succeed Boris Johnson.
King of Chaos: Prime Minister Boris Johnson's tenure and departure
Political parties
By Robert Hutton
King of Chaos: Prime Minister Boris Johnson's tenure and departure
“The Prime Minister said: ‘I am more frightened of you having the power to stop the chaos than I am of the chaos. The chaos means everyone will look to me as the man in charge.’” – Dominic Cummings, May 26, 2021
Mrs Crackenthorpe's Diary – 18 July 2022 edition
Parliament
By Mrs Crackenthorpe
Mrs Crackenthorpe's Diary – 18 July 2022 edition
How time flies. When last Mrs C picked up her quill, Nadhim Zahawi was a respected education secretary and Rehman Chishti’s leadership ambitions were known to no one but himself. Evidently some private matters should remain so – but others require immediate exposure…
The Rundown Podcast: Rehman Chishti Has No Regrets
Political parties
The Rundown Podcast: Rehman Chishti Has No Regrets
Short-lived Tory leadership candidate Rehman Chishti joined Alain Tolhurst and Adam Payne to talk about why he threw his hat in the ring to be the next Prime Minister as the race to replace Boris Johnson heats up.
Penny Mordaunt Is The Top Choice Among Young Conservatives For Next Prime Minister
Political parties
Penny Mordaunt Is The Top Choice Among Young Conservatives For Next Prime Minister
Exclusive: Fresh polling has shown that international trade minister Penny Mordaunt is the most popular leadership contender among young members of the Conservative party, coming far ahead of current frontrunner and former Chancellor Rishi Sunak.
Priti Patel Ruled Out Of Tory Leadership Over Fear Of 'Fractured' Right-Wing Vote
Home affairs
Priti Patel Ruled Out Of Tory Leadership Over Fear Of "Fractured" Right-Wing Vote
The Home Secretary Priti Patel has ruled herself out of the race to replace Boris Johnson as Prime Minister over fears she “risked splitting the vote on the Tory right”.
Robin Walker: Giving up my dream job was a wrench but the right thing to do
Education
By Robin Walker MP
Robin Walker: Giving up my dream job was a wrench but the right thing to do
When I made my maiden speech with schools as its central theme, little could I have realised that 12 years later, I would be agonising over whether to resign from my dream job of schools minister.
Simon Hart: Why I'm backing Rishi Sunak
Political parties
By Simon Hart MP
Simon Hart: Why I'm backing Rishi Sunak
I was at the Welsh Conservative conference recently listening to a Q and A between Rishi Sunak and William Hague.
Suella Braverman: As the next Prime Minister, I would truly bring rights home
Political parties
By Suella Braverman MP
Suella Braverman: As the next Prime Minister, I would truly bring rights home
I count myself lucky to be British. We have inherited a set of rights that are second to none. As Attorney General – and as prime minister – I would proudly protect this inheritance.
Lord Baker: Our next Prime Minister must show competence and integrity to overcome the challenges ahead
Political parties
By Lord Baker of Dorking
Lord Baker: Our next Prime Minister must show competence and integrity to overcome the challenges ahead
The next Prime Minister must make clear that the days of Boris Johnson are over - integrity has to return and competence shown.
Nicola Richards: why I'm backing Penny Mordaunt
Political parties
By Nicola Richards MP
Nicola Richards: why I'm backing Penny Mordaunt
A week’s a long time in politics? Try one hour. Events over the last couple of weeks have moved at an astonishing pace. Whatever colleagues think of recent developments in Westminster, I think the majority of us know that it’s time for a change at the top.
How Will Tory Leadership Contest That Decides The Next Prime Minister Be Run?
Political parties
How Will Tory Leadership Contest That Decides The Next Prime Minister Be Run?
With the number of declared candidates in double figures and a desire to get a new leader in place quickly, new rules for the Conservative leadership contest aim to expedite the election of a new Prime Minister.
My School Memory: Five parliamentarians look back on their time in the classroom
Education
By House Magazine
My School Memory: Five parliamentarians look back on their time in the classroom
The best years of your life? Or couldn’t wait to get out? School days inevitably bring memories that are evocative and long-lasting. From inspiring teachers and trips to the theatre to a cruel headteacher and boring cadet drills, five parliamentarians look back on their time in the classroom
If Tory MPs allow Johnson to squat in No 10, Labour will bring a vote of no confidence
Political parties
By Anneliese Dodds MP
If Tory MPs allow Johnson to squat in No 10, Labour will bring a vote of no confidence
At the end of a tumultuous week in British politics, one thing remains unchanged: Boris Johnson is still Prime Minister.
Virginia Crosbie: why I had to quit Boris Johnson's government
Political parties
By Virginia Crosbie MP
Virginia Crosbie: why I had to quit Boris Johnson's government
As ministers lined up to resign from Boris Johnson's government this week, Virginia Crosbie faced a difficult dilemma over whether or not she should stay in her post as a parliamentary private secretary in the Welsh Office. She explains her decision to step aside.
Where Are They Now? James Frith
Parliament
By Sienna Rodgers
Where Are They Now? James Frith
James Frith, Labour MP for Bury North 2017 – 2019