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Reuters Rachel Reeves pictured outside No 11 Downing Street, wearing a light blue suit

Spring Statement 2026: Key Economic Updates from Rachel Reeves

The UK’s economic forecast received a cautious update on 3 March 2026 as Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Spring Statement.
Getty Images Yes and No campaigners on the Scottish independence campaign trail in September 2014 in Blantyre.

Why Scottish Independence Remains a Deep Political Divide in 2026

More than a decade after the historic 2014 referendum, the question of Scottish independence continues to sharply divide public opinion.
Reuters Lord Mandelson speaks into a microphone at the ambassador's residence in Washington. Behind him is a US flag, flowers and a painting on yellow wallpaper.

Inside Lord Mandelson’s Ambassador Appointment: How Thorough Was the Vetting?

Lord Peter Mandelson’s appointment as the UK’s ambassador to the United States has sparked intense scrutiny after revelations about his
PA Media Sir Keir Starmer making a statement about the situation in the Middle East from 10 Downing Street on Sunday night

Starmer Defines Unique UK Stance Amid Middle East Conflict

Keir Starmer confronts a complex challenge: forging a distinct British policy on the escalating military conflict in the Middle East,
BBC Black and white photo of Prof Sir John Curtice who has a bald head with grey hair at the sides. He is wearing metal-rimmed glasses, a dark suit and tie and a light-coloured shirt. He is smiling at the camera. The background is a prism r triangle made up of different bright colours

Key Issues Set to Shape 2026 Elections in Scotland and Wales

As voters prepare to head to the polls on 7 May 2026 for the Scottish Parliament and Welsh Senedd elections,

Is Angela Rayner Positioning Herself for a Future as Prime Minister?

Angela Rayner , the current Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, has increasingly become a focal point in British politics,
PA Media Sir Keir Starmer stands at a podium and raises his right hand. A large Union Jack is behind him.

Why Keir Starmer Stands Firm on Iran Conflict Despite Trump’s Sharp Criticism

President Donald Trump has launched a series of pointed attacks against UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in recent days, taking
AFP via Getty Images Lord Mandelson stands next to Keir Starmer. Both are wearing suits.

Inside the Mandelson Files: Why the Starmer-Epstein Controversy Is Far from Over

The release of the first tranche of government documents surrounding Lord Peter Mandelson 's controversial appointment as ambassador to Washington
AFP via Getty Images A motorist refuels a vehicle with unleaded petrol at a Jet petrol station, a subsidiary of Phillips 66, in Brentford, north west of London.

Cost of Living Crisis Intensifies Amid Middle East Conflict

The escalating war between America, Israel, and Iran has thrust the global spotlight back on the Middle East, capturing headlines
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Europe’s Fragmented Response to Iran Highlights Deep Divisions

As the US and Israel launched military strikes against Iran three days ago, Europe’s leaders revealed a troubling lack of
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Why Westminster Still Feels Like a Men’s Club Despite Progress

Westminster has long been criticised as a "boys' club," and despite significant advancements in female representation, many insiders argue that
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Why China Sees the UK Visit as a Strategic Move in Global Relations

Beijing’s winter chill is notorious, with icy winds freezing lakes and rivers, deterring all but the most daring from braving
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