Merton Lib Dem Councillor Resigns Ahead of Local Elections
Jenifer Gould resigns from Merton Council, citing a family move abroad. The departure alters the political balance in Cannon Hill ward ahead of the May 2026 elections.
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Sterling Weakness Forecast Until May Over Labour Woes
Economists warn the pound will struggle until May's local elections due to speculation over Keir Starmer's leadership. Discover the market outlook and political risks for 2026.
House votes to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies
The US House has passed a bill to revive Affordable Care Act tax credits. Seventeen Republicans joined Democrats in a move that could impact healthcare costs and the midterm elections. Read the full story.
Electoral Commission pilots AI to fight deepfakes in elections
The UK's Electoral Commission is testing AI software to detect deepfake content ahead of Scottish and Welsh elections. It also seeks new legal powers to force social media takedowns of hoax material.
Ealing Council Leader outlines 2026 plans for tax and housing
Ealing Council Leader Peter Mason discusses council tax, tackling the housing crisis, and local elections in 2026. Will bills rise? Find out the key plans for the borough.
Scottish Labour tells Starmer to stay away from campaign
Scottish Labour leader warns PM Keir Starmer to avoid campaigning ahead of crucial local elections as polls show his popularity waning. Exclusive on business rates revolt.
Reform UK Councils Plan 5% Council Tax Hikes
Reform UK-led councils in Derbyshire and elsewhere are proposing maximum council tax rises, sparking accusations of 'empty rhetoric' from opponents after election promises to cut taxes.
Secretary of State Races to Watch in 2026 US Elections
The 2026 US elections will feature critical Secretary of State races in battleground states, with candidates' stances on election integrity taking centre stage. Discover the key contests.
2026: A Year of Reckoning for Trump and Netanyahu
As 2026 unfolds, calls grow for accountability for leaders like Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu. Will voters deliver a verdict on their legacies of damage? Read our analysis.
Greens' Leader Polanski Takes on Reform with Eco-Populism
Green Party leader Zack Polanski reveals how adopting a bold 'eco-populist' strategy has boosted membership to over 180,000 and aims to counter Reform UK's influence in the upcoming local elections.
Starmer Urged to Wield Power to Save Labour Government
Political strategist John McTernan argues Keir Starmer must use his government's full power to enact transformative change and reverse Labour's plummeting popularity ahead of crucial 2026 elections.
Pakistani health worker Naushaba Roonjho runs for office
Naushaba Roonjho, a community health worker from Sindh, Pakistan, overcame family opposition to champion polio vaccination and girls' education. Now, she's campaigning for local political office to transform her village. Read her inspiring story.
Farage's £5m 'double or quits' local election gamble
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage pledges a £5m spending blitz for May's local elections, calling them the most crucial test before the 2029 general election. Will his gamble pay off?
Starmer's 2026: Five Key Tests for His Premiership
As Keir Starmer enters a critical year, we analyse the five major challenges that could define his time in Downing Street, from Send reforms to managing Trump. Read the full analysis.
Starmer's Future Hinges on May Election Reckoning
Sir Keir Starmer's premiership faces its biggest test in May's elections, with Labour braced for steep losses. Polling expert Lord Hayward warns the results could decide the PM's fate. Read the full analysis.
Welsh Labour's Century of Dominance Under Threat in 2024
First Minister Eluned Morgan fights to keep Welsh Labour in power as polls warn Reform UK and Plaid Cymru could end its 100-year reign. Read her vision for Wales's future.
Reform's Local Council Chaos: A National Preview?
After winning 677 council seats, Reform UK's local government triumphs have been marred by infighting and scandal. We examine what this reveals about the party's potential future in national power.
Hounslow Labour hit by second defection to Tories
Hounslow Labour faces another blow as Cllr Kamarat Malik joins the Conservatives. The defection follows internal scandals and claims of financial mismanagement. Read the full story.
Davey: Election Delays Rip Away Democratic Rights
Sir Ed Davey writes to the UK's human rights watchdog over plans to postpone local elections for nearly 10 million people. The government cites council reorganisation as the reason.
Watchdog criticises 'unprecedented' local election delay plan
The elections watchdog has criticised the government's offer to postpone 63 council votes, warning it risks public confidence. Five councils have already requested delays.
Local elections could be delayed again in 2025
Plans to reorganise local councils in England could push the next local elections back to 2026. Read the latest on the government's devolution agenda and its impact on voters.
County Council Elections Delayed Again Until 2027
Elections for councils serving millions in England could be postponed to 2027, sparking accusations of a political 'stitch-up'. Read the latest on the local government reorganisation delays.
Starmer's May Election Reset with New King's Speech
Facing potential heavy losses in May's local elections, Keir Starmer plans a new King's Speech to reset his government's agenda. Critics see May as a pivotal moment for leadership challenges.
UK probes foreign election interference after bribery case
The UK government has ordered an independent review into foreign financial interference in politics following the jailing of a former Reform UK leader for pro-Russia bribes. Experts warn the system is full of holes.
Five Labour councillors in Brent defect to Green Party
Five sitting Labour councillors in Brent have joined the Green Party, criticising Labour's shift from socialist principles. The defections signal a 'Green surge' in London ahead of local elections.
Supreme Court Approves Texas Congressional Map Redraw
The US Supreme Court has reinstated Texas's Republican-friendly congressional map, a major victory for Trump. Plus, Pentagon strikes, EU's Ukraine funding crisis, and a chess prodigy's record.
The Crunch: Victorian Voting, AI Costs, Gen Z Sex Lives
This week's data digest explores Victoria's voting reform, the staggering revenue needed for AI, climate's impact on US insurance, and insights into Gen Z's intimate lives. Sign up for The Crunch.
Supreme Court Approves Texas Congressional Maps
The US Supreme Court has ruled Texas can use redrawn congressional maps, a major victory for Republicans. The decision overturns a lower court's finding of racial gerrymandering.
Labour candidate defects after 'wrong ethnicity' claim
Fiona Mulaisho quits Labour, alleging a 'toxic culture' and discriminatory remark about her ethnicity. She will now stand for the Liberal Democrats in Queen's Park. Read the full story.
Mayoral Elections Delayed Amid 'Cancelling Democracy' Accusations
Ministers postpone new mayoral votes in four English regions until 2028, triggering fierce accusations of 'dictatorial' behaviour from opposition parties. Read the full story.
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