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The MoD’s refusal to acknowledge military sexual trauma must change
The MoD’s refusal to acknowledge military sexual trauma must change
Defence
By Johnny Mercer
The challenges in defence are enormous. A constantly changing fiscal envelope being asked to match diversifying and growing threats; friends becoming less friendly and alliances being tested daily. All whilst facing the most difficult set of international challenges the UK has faced for decades.
Net Zero Innovators 2025 showcases the future of clean energy Partner content
Energy
By Net Zero Technology Centre
Net Zero Innovators 2025 showcases the future of clean energy
Cruelty Free International disappointed at government stance on use of dogs in science Partner content
Social affairs
By Cruelty Free International
Cruelty Free International disappointed at government stance on use of dogs in science
Potholes, Policing And Pubs: No 10’s Reddit Push Ahead Of Local Elections
Political parties
Potholes, Policing And Pubs: No 10’s Reddit Push Ahead Of Local Elections
Labour MP Campaigning For Bereavement Suites In Maternity Wards Was 'Fighting For Life' As A Newborn
Health
Labour MP Campaigning For Bereavement Suites In Maternity Wards Was "Fighting For Life" As A Newborn
Recipes for Disaster: Kemi's steak
Parliament
By Robert Hutton
Recipes for Disaster: Kemi's steak
Keir Starmer Would Harm Labour’s Chances In Runcorn By-Election, Say Labour MPs
Political parties
Keir Starmer Would Harm Labour’s Chances In Runcorn By-Election, Say Labour MPs
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Former Defence Minister Says Homes Must Stockpile Candles, Radios And Iodine Tablets To Prepare For Attacks
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Labour Figures Fear More Gaza Independent Gains At The Local Elections
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How Keir Starmer Keeps His Massive Parliamentary Party In Line
How Keir Starmer Keeps His Massive Parliamentary Party In Line
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The MoD’s refusal to acknowledge military sexual trauma must change
Defence
By Johnny Mercer
The MoD’s refusal to acknowledge military sexual trauma must change
Cruelty Free International disappointed at government stance on use of dogs in science Partner content
Social affairs
By Cruelty Free International
Cruelty Free International disappointed at government stance on use of dogs in science
Net Zero Innovators 2025 showcases the future of clean energy Partner content
Energy
By Net Zero Technology Centre
Net Zero Innovators 2025 showcases the future of clean energy
Potholes, Policing And Pubs: No 10’s Reddit Push Ahead Of Local Elections
Political parties
Potholes, Policing And Pubs: No 10’s Reddit Push Ahead Of Local Elections
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Tales From The Front: MPs Share Their Stories From Ukraine
Defence
Tales From The Front: MPs Share Their Stories From Ukraine
From shortly after the invasion to today, British parliamentarians have been visiting Ukraine to learn and, where possible, to support. We asked a selection to share their most abiding memories
How Keir Starmer Keeps His Massive Parliamentary Party In Line
Political parties
How Keir Starmer Keeps His Massive Parliamentary Party In Line
How do you keep a large parliamentary party in line? Sienna Rodgers digs into Labour's job creation scheme for back benchers. Illustrations by Tracy Worrall
Recipes For Disaster: The Bacon Sandwich
Political parties
Recipes For Disaster: The Bacon Sandwich
To launch a new column on politicians making a meal of it, there was only one place to start.
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The UK must act now to support Ukraine’s drone production
Defence
By David Taylor MP and Phil Brickell MP
The UK must act now to support Ukraine’s drone production
What made the Kalashnikov so supremely effective? Its standardised issue, ease of manufacture, reliance on readily available common parts and comparative cheapness.
We want action now against the rotten leasehold system
Communities
By David Pinto-Duschinsky MP and Rachel Blake MP
We want action now against the rotten leasehold system
When Susan* bought a flat in Colindale, North London, it was the realisation of a lifelong dream to own a place of her own. But that dream quickly turned into a nightmare.
Trump Could Give English Universities Recruitment Boost, Says Watchdog
Education
Trump Could Give English Universities Recruitment Boost, Says Watchdog
Universities in England "might see opportunities" to recruit students and staff from the United States following Donald Trump's return to the White House, according to the universities watchdog chief.
Earl of Clancarty reviews 'Electric Dreams'
Books & culture
By Earl of Clancarty
Earl of Clancarty reviews 'Electric Dreams'
This Tate Modern exhibition examining how art engaged with science, technology and material innovation before the age of the internet is a topical, Proustian assault on the senses
False-patriot Reform MPs are incapable of standing up for British values
Defence
By Labour MPs Mike Tapp, Will Stone, Helena Dollimore, Fred Thomas and Paul Foster
False-patriot Reform MPs are incapable of standing up for British values
Reform MPs reject British values and spew Kremlin propaganda. The British people will see through their dangerous rhetoric.
Suspended Labour MP Mike Amesbury Avoids Jail Sentence
Political parties
Suspended Labour MP Mike Amesbury Avoids Jail Sentence
Suspended Labour MP Mike Amesbury has avoided jail after winning an appeal against his 10-week jail sentence for punching a man in the street. 
Too many women in prison should not be there at all
Home affairs
By Lord Bradley
Too many women in prison should not be there at all
Self-harm in women’s prisons has reached shocking new heights, according to the Ministry of Justice (MoJ).
Tribute to Lord Elis-Thomas – by Lord Jones of Penybont
Obituaries
By Lord Jones of Penybont
Tribute to Lord Elis-Thomas – by Lord Jones of Penybont
MP, peer, the first presiding officer of the Welsh Assembly and later a Welsh government minister, Dafydd Elis Thomas was a respected, effective and pragmatic politician
Unusual Channels: how MPs can influence the spending review
Parliament
By Hannah White
Unusual Channels: how MPs can influence the spending review
In her occasional series on Parliament’s inner workings, Hannah White explores how a new Liaison Committee initiative will provide MPs with a rare opportunity to scrutinise future government spending plans
Your postcode should not dictate how long you might live – but there’s a way forward Partner content
Health
By Sport England
Your postcode should not dictate how long you might live – but there’s a way forward
Where you live impacts how active you can be, with profound health consequences - lifespan can vary by up to 9 years according to postcode. Sport England’s ‘place-based’ working will help tackle this.
Unlocking millions of homes for pets in England Partner content
Communities
By Michael Webb, Head of Policy and Public Affairs, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home & Laura Vallance, Senior Corporate Affairs Manager, Mars Pet Nutrition UK
Unlocking millions of homes for pets in England
Mars Petcare and Battersea Dogs & Cats Home call on peers to strengthen pet provisions in the Renters’ Rights Bill to end pet homelessness.
The government has a tricky balance to strike on the rule of law
Parliament
By Lord Carter of Haslemere
The government has a tricky balance to strike on the rule of law
Are we ruled by lawyers or politicians? This government’s absolute commitment to the ‘Rule of Law’ means that some are asking this question.