Politics

Ferry scandal fall-out sees harbour buy-up and new contracts for beleaguered shipyard

UK will deploy HMS Dragon in Cyprus, Sir Keir Starmer confirms

Republicans dismiss energy cost concerns after Iran strikes

Capitol agenda: Marco Rubio works to stave off a revolt on Iran

Labour created the welfare state. Now, it’s intent on cutting it back

March 19, 2025

Labour was the party that created the welfare state. Now it is intent on cutting it back.

Pelosi shivs Schumer: ‘Don’t give away anything for nothing’

March 19, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO — Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi offered a sharp critique of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer on Tuesday,...

Further benefit cuts not ruled out – as minister warns ‘we are spending more on cost of failure’

The work and pensions secretary has not ruled out making further cuts to the welfare budget despite already unveiling reforms...

Kemi Badenoch thinks she’s started a journey – a ruthless party may soon have other ideas

The excitement was palpable.

Walz knocks Schumer over government funding blowup

Tim Walz took a jab at Chuck Schumer over his decision to avert a government shutdown, accusing the party of...

PIP changes: Everything you need to know

Liz Kendall has today announced changes to the disability support system PIP (Personal Independence Payment).

Government unveils benefit crackdown designed to save £5bn

The eligibility criteria for disability benefits will be narrowed in a bid to slash £5bn from the welfare bill, Liz...

Trump calls for impeachment of judge who tried to halt deportations

President Donald Trump on Tuesday called for the impeachment of the federal judge who ordered a two-week halt to his...

Government unveils benefit crackdown designed to save £5bn

The eligibility criteria for some disability benefits will be narrowed in a bid to slash £5bn from the welfare bill,...

‘I banned my kids from using phones – schools should too’