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European elections, Theresa May out, Boris Johnson in, a snap general election and a new Parliament. For fans of politics, the 2019 season has been action-packed. Take a trip down memory lane as we round-up our most read stories from the year.
Dawn Butler has confirmed that she is planning to run to be Labour's deputy leader.
Former Labour deputy leader Lord Hattersley has called on the party's MPs to defy Rebecca Long-Bailey if she succeeds Jeremy Corbyn as leader.
My constituents would be shocked if they knew the extent of corrupt election practices and voter fraud, if we fail to understand the magnitude of this, then we are a politically bankrupt nation, writes Steve Baker MP.
Boris Johnson made a bid to cement the Tories’ new electoral coalition as he unveiled a Queen’s Speech heavy on Brexit, the NHS and workers’ rights.
Emily Thornberry has accused "courtiers" working for Jeremy Corbyn of "undermining" the leader during the election campaign.
While Boris Johnson was the big winner last week, Nicola Sturgeon will be equally pleased with her party’s election performance. The SNP’s success has put another referendum back on the agenda in a big way. But, as James Millar reports, a vote for the party does not necessarily herald a shift in favour of independence
Our institutions, their representatives and reputations have been bruised and battered in recent years. Does a new Parliament offer a chance for renewal? Whether it’s closing loopholes in electoral law or tackling bullying and harassment, Sebastian Whale and Georgina Bailey look at how MPs can get their House in order
Political campaigns have always had a casual relationship with the truth. The 2019 general election was no different. But given the changing landscape, caused in part by the rise of social media, did political parties cross a line this time around? Sebastian Whale reports on a campaign to forget.
A revised deal, an intransigent parliament and a leader who believed in Brexit – the most crucial moments of the general election took place before the contest officially began, writes Mark Wallace
Boris Johnson will welcome 109 new Conservative MPs to Westminster on Monday as he begins putting his new Commons majority to work.
Senior Liberal Democrat Sir Ed Davey has hit out at Nicola Sturgeon for reacting with "glee" to the defeat of Jo Swinson
The post-mortem into Labour's election defeat must start immediately, and point the finger at those to blame, writes John Spellar MP.
Jeremy Corbyn has apologised for Labour's crushing general election defeat - but insisted the party has "won the argument" on a host of key issues.
Labour party staff have been warned they face losing their jobs just days before Christmas following the party's heavy election defeat.
Jeremy Corbyn's "incontinent rush of policies" are to blame for Labour's crushing election defeat, Unite boss Len McCluskey has said.
Jo Swinson has said she is “proud” of the Liberal Democrats' pro-Remain stance despite a disappointing showing in the general election which saw her lose her seat.
The 2019 General Election delivered a remarkable majority for Boris Johnson but along the way a host of big names lost their seats. Here is a rundown of the most high-profile casualties.
Boris Johnson has said the Conservatives' thumping election win has given him a "powerful new mandate" to deliver Brexit.
Jo Swinson has confirmed she is stepping down as Liberal Democrat leader after losing her seat to the SNP.
Jeremy Corbyn has vowed to stay on as Labour leader during a "period of reflection" in the wake of the party's crushing election defeat.
DUP deputy leader Nigel Dodds has lost his Commons seat as the political map in Northern Ireland was redrawn.
Lib Dem leader Jo Swinson is set to lose her seat, according to the exit poll.
Boris Johnson is on course to be re-elected Prime Minister after the general election opinion poll predicted the Conservatives will win a Commons majority.