Green's Croydon Mayor candidate calls role 'nonsense'
Green Party's Peter Underwood is running for Croydon Mayor despite criticising the role. He pledges to decentralise power and end decades of two-party dominance. Read his full platform.
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Labour warned over Starmer leadership as crisis deepens
Labour faces historic failure if it keeps Keir Starmer as leader, warn party members. Letters to the Guardian cite Gaza, protests, and electoral reform as key issues eroding public trust in 2025.
Reich: Trump's 'Nightmare' Sparks a Democratic Reckoning
Former US Labour Secretary Robert Reich argues Trump's second term has exposed deep rot, mobilising record protests and Democratic wins. Is this the prelude to a brighter future?
Campaigners urge donation caps to rebuild voter confidence
A coalition of 19 groups calls for a cap on political donations and votes for 16-year-olds in the upcoming elections bill, aiming to restore faith in UK democracy.
Myanmar's First Election Since 2021 Coup: What to Know
Myanmar prepares for its first election since the 2021 military coup, scheduled for 8 February 2026. This guide covers the controversial process, international reaction, and what it means for the country's future.
How Trump and Putin's craving for status threatens Europe
Analysis reveals how Trump's US and Putin's Russia, both driven by a desire for respect, aim to dismantle the European project. Explore the threat to the liberal world order.
Should we turn the internet off? Readers debate
As the internet fuels political polarisation, Guardian readers question if a return to analogue life would protect democracy. Share your view on the digital dilemma.
Bondi Attack Aftermath: Beyond Blame and Division
In the wake of the Bondi terror attack, novelist Thomas Keneally argues that seeking political scapegoats is a mistake. True resilience lies in unity, not division. Read the full analysis.
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.
Readers debate BBC's stand against Trump's £7.5bn lawsuit
Metro readers discuss Donald Trump's £7.5bn lawsuit against the BBC, calling it a 'SLAPP' suit to silence the broadcaster. Is defending the BBC a victory for UK democracy? Have your say.
How Economic Gloom is Driving Europe's Far-Right Surge
Europe's deep economic pessimism is creating fertile ground for far-right populism, warns columnist Owen Jones. A shift in economic model is needed to protect democracy.
Reform UK's First Council Test in Lancashire
Reform UK took control of 10 councils, including Lancashire. Seven months on, we examine the party's 'anti-woke' agenda, financial cuts, and a wave of complaints. Listen to the full report.
India's Electoral Roll Revision Sparks Democracy Fears
A major voter list revision in India, criticised as a covert citizenship survey, is allegedly targeting Muslims and threatening democratic integrity. Critics warn of mass disenfranchisement.
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.
Labour postpones 4 mayoral elections to 2028
Keir Starmer's government postpones four mayoral elections by two years, triggering accusations of a 'scandalous attempt to subvert democracy' from opposition parties. Read the full story.
How John Roberts' Supreme Court Weakened Democracy
An analysis of Chief Justice John Roberts' two-decade tenure, examining key rulings on gerrymandering, campaign finance, and presidential immunity that critics argue have eroded democratic pillars. Will he stand up to Trump?
Hate Speech Forces Women Out of Swedish Public Life
A new report reveals rising hate and threats are silencing female politicians in Sweden, posing a severe threat to democracy. Read the full investigation.
Election deniers hold key federal roles in Trump administration
Key figures who tried to overturn the 2020 US election now occupy powerful federal positions, raising concerns about election integrity and democratic processes for 2026.
Margaret Atwood on democracy, dystopia and her new memoir
At 86, Margaret Atwood shares her wisdom on democracy's fragility, feminist struggles and climate crisis in her new memoir Book of Lives. Read her powerful insights.
People Power: The Last Defence Against Populism
Experts argue democratic safeguards alone cannot protect Britain from extremism without active citizen engagement. Discover why wholesale political reform is needed to restore trust.
Tourist Tax Approved for England in Budget
English mayors gain power to impose tourist taxes on overnight stays. Discover how much revenue this could generate and which cities are embracing the change.
Peers suspended in lobbying scandal, Lords reform urged
Two members of the House of Lords suspended for breaking lobbying rules. This scandal reignites the debate on the urgent need for reform of the unelected chamber to restore trust in British democracy.
Richmond Council drops legal challenge over funding
Richmond Council withdraws legal action after government revises funding formula, avoiding £45m cuts. Council leader welcomes 'significant improvement' in local authority funding reforms.
Defeating climate Goliaths requires an army of Davids
As COP30 fails to deliver meaningful climate action, experts argue citizens must mobilise against stateless corporations and algorithms driving planetary destruction. Discover how democratic innovation offers hope.
Tourist Tax Introduced for Overnight Stays in England
The government announces a new visitor levy for England, allowing mayors to charge for overnight stays to fund local transport and tourism infrastructure. Discover the impact.
Tory Cuts Leave Councils as 'Social Care Factories'
Labour's municipal reforms face uphill battle against Tory legacy. Councils need financial sustainability to move beyond crisis management after a decade of austerity.
Council pays £5k after SEND support failures
A West London mother receives £5,675 compensation after Ealing Council's failures left her disabled child without education and therapy for months. Discover the full investigation findings.
Populist-Proof Your Democracy: 7 Key Defences
Timothy Garton Ash reveals essential democratic safeguards against populist threats, from public broadcasting to electoral reform. Learn how to protect your freedoms before it's too late.
Why Nuclear Deterrence is Obsolete Today
A columnist marks her late mother's birthday at a nuclear disarmament meeting, exploring how the anti-nuclear argument has evolved since the 1980s. Discover the new threats to democracy.
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