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Treasury Expanding Access To Winter Fuel Allowance For Pensioners
Economy
Treasury Expanding Access To Winter Fuel Allowance For Pensioners
The government has announced the eligibility for pensioners' winter fuel allowance will be expanded to include those with incomes of £35,000 or below.
Stonewall Founder And Former Labour Peer Says Blue Labour Has No Influence Whatsoever On The Party
Political parties
Stonewall Founder And Former Labour Peer Says Blue Labour Has No Influence Whatsoever On The Party
LGBTQ+ activist and Stonewall co-founder Lord Michael Cashman has said Blue Labour has “no influence in the party whatsoever” and that their strategy to win back Red Wall seats by embracing social conservatism was “dishonest”.
Reform's 'Doge' Unit Will Struggle To Find Much Council Waste To Cut, Analysis Shows
Communities
Reform's 'Doge' Unit Will Struggle To Find Much Council Waste To Cut, Analysis Shows
Councils now run by Reform UK spent up to 78 per cent of their service spending on social care and homelessness last year, analysis shows, suggesting there is limited room for further cuts.
Inside The Shock Zia Yusuf Resignation That Caught Reform UK Off Guard
Political parties
Inside The Shock Zia Yusuf Resignation That Caught Reform UK Off Guard
Zia Yusuf’s resignation as Reform UK chairman stunned senior party figures and raises questions for Nigel Farage's professionalisation push.
Female Labour MPs 'Dismayed' By Blue Labour's Anti-DEI Stance
Political parties
Female Labour MPs "Dismayed" By Blue Labour's Anti-DEI Stance
The Women's Parliamentary Labour Party WhatsApp group this week saw female Labour MPs express frustration with the influence of Blue Labour given its position on diversity, equity and inclusion, PoliticsHome understands.
There Could be 'Significant' Tax Rises At The Next Budget, Says Leading Economist
Economy
There Could be "Significant" Tax Rises At The Next Budget, Says Leading Economist
Paul Johnson, director at the Institute for Fiscal Studies, has said there is "more than a 50/50 chance" of tax rises in the Autumn following next week's Spending Review, adding that they could be "significant".
Labour Wins Hamilton By-Election As Reform Finishes Third
Political parties
Labour Wins Hamilton By-Election As Reform Finishes Third
Scottish Labour has won the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse by-election with a majority of 600 votes.
The Rundown Podcast: How Do Spending Reviews Work?
Economy
The Rundown Podcast: How Do Spending Reviews Work?
With Rachel Reeves finalising her comprehensive spending review next Wednesday, this week The Rundown is looking at what exactly it is and how the process works, going inside the battles between the Treasury and Whitehall departments on spending plans for the coming years, looking back at previous reviews and seeing what can be learnt ahead of the Chancellor’s big speech, and what it will say about this government’s priorities over the course of the Parliament.
Zia Yusuf Resigns As Reform UK Chairman
Political parties
Zia Yusuf Resigns As Reform UK Chairman
Zia Yusuf has resigned as chairman of Reform UK after almost a year in the role. 
Over 100 Green Councillors Sign Letter Backing Zack Polanski's Leadership Bid
Political parties
Over 100 Green Councillors Sign Letter Backing Zack Polanski's Leadership Bid
Over 100 Green Party councillors have signed a letter in support of Zack Polanski’s leadership bid, in a sign that the party could be heading towards choosing a non-MP as leader. 
Prepared to be surprised: Lord Woolley reviews 'Sinners'
Books & culture
Prepared to be surprised: Lord Woolley reviews 'Sinners'
Supernatural storylines, dazzling cinematography and Blues music: how Ryan Coogler’s multilayered new horror film won me over
The Assisted Dying Bill: Rushed And Lacking Scrutiny, Or Unfairly Criticised?
Social affairs
The Assisted Dying Bill: Rushed And Lacking Scrutiny, Or Unfairly Criticised?
Has the assisted dying bill been rushed as critics say? Would the unusually complex Private Members’ Bill have been any better-off as a government bill? The Hansard Society’s Ruth Fox and Matthew England explore
Information Commissioner Warns Of 'Culture Clash' Between Reddit And British Lawmakers
Technology
Information Commissioner Warns Of "Culture Clash" Between Reddit And British Lawmakers
As worries mount over children’s consumption of social media, UK information commissioner John Edwards tells Zoe Crowther that Reddit’s ‘hands-off’ approach does not match up to MPs’ expectations
The Ayoub Khan Interview: 'A Lot' Of MPs Are In Talks About Joining The Pro-Gaza Independents
Political parties
The Ayoub Khan Interview: "A Lot" Of MPs Are In Talks About Joining The Pro-Gaza Independents
Ayoub Khan, one of five pro-Gaza MPs in the ‘Independent Alliance’ group, talks to Tom Scotson about Israel and Palestine, same-sex marriage, and forming a new party
Jeremy Corbyn's Gaza Bill Highlights Divisions In Labour
Foreign affairs
Jeremy Corbyn's Gaza Bill Highlights Divisions In Labour
Jeremy Corbyn has successfully cleared a House of Commons vote over his call for an inquiry into UK involvement in the Israel-Hamas war – a move deepening tensions within Labour, after some of Keir Starmer's MPs backed the demand.
Easy Ride: Labour Clears Planning Obstacles To Make Way For Theme Park Britain
Culture
Easy Ride: Labour Clears Planning Obstacles To Make Way For Theme Park Britain
Labour is proudly overturning decades of planning obstacles suffered by theme parks to make way for a new Universal resort in Bedford. Sienna Rodgers explores how ministers are getting it over the line and what the park will offer
Voters In Labour-Reform Battlegrounds More Likely To Rely On Disability Benefits
Health
Voters In Labour-Reform Battlegrounds More Likely To Rely On Disability Benefits
The majority of Labour seats at risk from Reform have the highest rates of people living on disability benefits, according to new research by anti-poverty charity Trussell.
'Riotous and moving': Barry Gardiner reviews 'Insane Asylum Seekers'
Books & culture
'Riotous and moving': Barry Gardiner reviews 'Insane Asylum Seekers'
A timely riposte to the government’s immigration rhetoric, Laith Elzubaidi’s one-man play is a riveting portrayal of the British-Iraqi refugee experience
'The Stage Actually Collapsed': Parliamentarians Share Their Best Gig And Festival Memories
Culture
"The Stage Actually Collapsed": Parliamentarians Share Their Best Gig And Festival Memories
From rain-soaked summers at Glastonbury to Bob Marley at a smoke-filled Hammersmith Palais, parliamentarians share stories from their favourite gigs and festivals
Tribute To Sir Roy Stone: 'A True Public Servant'
Obituaries
Tribute To Sir Roy Stone: "A True Public Servant"
Powerful yet discreet, Roy Stone worked at the heart of government for over two decades. Highly respected across all parties, he was a true public servant
The Frankenstein's Monster Of Whitehall: Will Labour Really Abolish DCMS?
Culture
The Frankenstein's Monster Of Whitehall: Will Labour Really Abolish DCMS?
As briefings against DCMS and Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy abound, Sophie Church and Sienna Rodgers explore why the department is so embattled and what its future might look like
Keir Starmer Declares The UK Is Moving To 'War-Fighting Readiness'
Defence
Keir Starmer Declares The UK Is Moving To "War-Fighting Readiness"
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said the United Kingdom is moving to "war-fighting readiness" as he sets out the government's plans for defence spending.
Animal Welfare in Focus: Paws, Policy & Protection Partner content
Social affairs
By Total Politics Impact
Animal Welfare in Focus: Paws, Policy & Protection
The latest issue of The House magazine features a special report uniting the voices of parliamentarians and campaigners in a shared effort to advance animal welfare
Equity's Paul W Fleming: Labour AI Plan For Creatives Would 'Legalise Theft'
Culture
Equity's Paul W Fleming: Labour AI Plan For Creatives Would "Legalise Theft"
Equity general secretary Paul W Fleming tells Sienna Rodgers about the threat of AI and his frustration with the government’s ‘very, very, very disappointing’ approach to the creative industries
How The King Stands To Make Millions From Government’s Net Zero Plans
Economy
How The King Stands To Make Millions From Government’s Net Zero Plans
Meeting net-zero requires a massive increase in offshore wind farms and a bonanza for the seabed landlord, the Crown Estate. Adam Bell suggests ways to reduce the embarrassment of riches
Support For Reform Is Rising In Places With Most High Street Decline, Study Finds
Communities
Support For Reform Is Rising In Places With Most High Street Decline, Study Finds
Support for Nigel Farage's Reform UK is particularly rising in areas that have seen the most acute high street decline in recent years, new research suggests.
The Rundown Podcast: Inside Labour's New Tribes
Political parties
The Rundown Podcast: Inside Labour's New Tribes
As disquiet brews within Labour over cuts to welfare, and a perceived failure to pursue a progressive enough agenda, this week The Rundown looks inside the governing party as a host of new caucuses and organised campaign groups have sprung up, and asks, who are the new tribes within Labour?
Growing Numbers Of International Students Look At British Unis As Alternatives To Trump's US
Education
Growing Numbers Of International Students Look At British Unis As Alternatives To Trump's US
Young people worldwide are increasingly eyeing UK universities as an alternative to studying in the United States, new data suggests.
Universities Face Over £1bn In Funding Cuts, Sector Warns
Education
Universities Face Over £1bn In Funding Cuts, Sector Warns
Labour government policies have led to losses of more than £1bn from the higher education sector since it came to power in July, new analysis suggests.
Ex-Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe “Open” To Joining The Tories
Political parties
Ex-Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe “Open” To Joining The Tories
Rupert Lowe says he is “open” to joining the Conservative Party after meeting Robert Jenrick for a private lunch in Mayfair last Thursday.
Nigel Farage Calls For Lifting Of Two-Child Benefit Cap
Political parties
Nigel Farage Calls For Lifting Of Two-Child Benefit Cap
Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage has called for the lifting of the two child benefit cap and transferable tax allowance for married couples.
10 Ways To Revive Our Economy
Economy
10 Ways To Revive Our Economy
Why is the UK so slow to build? Sam Dumitriu, head of policy at Britain Remade, shares the think tank’s best ideas for injecting new life into the country
Labour Faces Possible Strike Ballot Over University Cuts
Education
Labour Faces Possible Strike Ballot Over University Cuts
The government is facing a potential strike ballot by university staff over "shameful cuts" to university funding and hardened attitudes towards international students. 
Baroness Bousted: 'It's Difficult For Education To Compete With Trolleys In Hospital Corridors'
Education
Baroness Bousted: 'It's Difficult For Education To Compete With Trolleys In Hospital Corridors'
It is "very hard" for education ministers to compete with the health department for Treasury funding, according to Labour peer Baroness Bousted, former head of the National Education Union.
Reform Hopes The World Of Business Will Flock To Its Party Conference
Political parties
Reform Hopes The World Of Business Will Flock To Its Party Conference
Reform UK is planning a major business presence at its Autumn conference as part of the party's wider bid to show it is a professionalised political force.
Labour MP Accuses Priti Patel Of Not 'One Word of Sympathy For Palestinians In Gaza'
Foreign affairs
Labour MP Accuses Priti Patel Of Not "One Word of Sympathy For Palestinians In Gaza"
A Labour MP has accused Shadow Foreign Secretary Priti Patel of not having expressed “one word of sympathy for Palestinians in Gaza” in the House of Commons.