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James Cleverly Defends Tory Leadership Amid Reform’s Political Breakthrough Sir James Cleverly , the Shadow Housing Secretary, firmly asserts that the Conservative Party continues to be the largest right-wing political force in Britain, despite the significant electoral advances made by Reform UK in Thursday’s local elections. Addressing the BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg, Cleverly dismissed Reform UK as more of a “cult of personality” than a genuine centre-right movement.

Stuart Prior , the Reform UK councillor for Rayleigh West in Essex, has stepped down following explosive claims about his social media activity that have sparked outrage and political backlash. Allegations of Racist and Islamophobic Remarks Surface Hope Not Hate, a prominent anti-extremism watchdog, revealed that Prior allegedly referred to white people as “the master race” with “larger brains.” The organization also exposed posts from a now-deleted X account, @essexpriory , which Prior reported

The Welsh Senedd faces a critical leadership impasse that could propel Rhun ap Iorwerth of Plaid Cymru into the role of First Minister within days. This scenario hinges on the parliament’s inability to appoint key presiding officers at its inaugural meeting: the Llywydd (presiding officer) and a deputy.

Labour at a Crossroads After Election Setbacks Angela Rayner has delivered a powerful wake-up call to the Labour Party, declaring it faces its “last chance” to reconnect with voters following heavy losses in this week’s elections. The former deputy prime minister emphatically backed Andy Burnham , the Greater Manchester mayor, to make a comeback to Westminster, criticizing Labour’s earlier decision to block his parliamentary candidacy.

Angela Rayner Calls for Unity Amid Rising Party Frustrations Former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner , a potential contender for Labour leadership, addressed the Communication Workers Union conference with a clear message: the party must move beyond internal strife. She acknowledged the widespread frustration following recent events, emphasizing that Labour will be judged on decisive action, not empty promises .

Jingye Reports Massive Daily Losses at Scunthorpe Steelworks British Steel’s Scunthorpe plant hemorrhages £700,000 daily, leaving the company financially unsustainable before the government intervened last year. Current estimates reveal the government spends nearly £1 million every day to keep this loss-making operation afloat.

The government is reshaping welfare policy without introducing new legislation , focusing instead on reforms designed to ease the burden on those with health conditions and young people struggling to enter the workforce. Among the key changes are “right to try” provisions that allow individuals with health challenges to work without triggering mandatory benefit reassessments.

Newly Elected Plymouth Councillor Faces Party Suspension Ben Rowe , recently elected to Plymouth City Council with an overwhelming 1,649 votes—more than twice the tally of Labour’s Tina Tuohy—now confronts suspension from Reform UK . The party took swift action after a series of disturbing social media posts surfaced, revealing extremist and hateful content targeting Islam and Jewish communities.

Questions Surround Polanski’s Council Tax Payments Amid Boat Residency Zack Polanski , deputy leader of the Green Party , is under scrutiny after reports emerged suggesting he may not have paid council tax on his houseboat residence for the past three years. The controversy erupted following an advertisement to sell the boat, which Polanski’s partner placed, revealing they were leaving their unique floating home behind.

MP Jess Phillips Voices Frustration Over Incremental Policy Changes Jess Phillips has openly challenged the leadership of the Prime Minister, highlighting the slow pace of meaningful reform under his tenure. In a candid letter, Phillips revealed that significant change in her role only came after she issued threats in response to what she described as “catastrophic mistakes.” Phillips acknowledged the Prime Minister as a fundamentally good man who cares about important issues.

Bond Yields Spike as Investors Question UK Fiscal Stability UK government borrowing costs have surged sharply, driven by mounting uncertainty over the future of the Prime Minister and its implications on fiscal policy. Investors are rattled by fears that a new leadership might alter borrowing strategies, including potentially relaxing or extending fiscal rules.

Silence from Ed Miliband Signals Shifting Allegiances Ed Miliband , the Energy Secretary, left the cabinet without comment, a move that speaks volumes amid Labour’s internal turbulence. Politically aligned with Miatta Fahnbulleh , who resigned as a government minister early this morning and publicly urged the Prime Minister to reconsider his position, Miliband’s silence hints at deeper fractures within the party.