Power, elections, government, and the policy decisions shaping public life.
Andy Burnham outlines plans to replace inheritance tax with a progressive care levy, defend Labour’s fiscal rules, and maintain a broad-church approach to party unity.
The Guardian Politics podcast captures Andy Burnham’s doorstep campaigning alongside journalist Pippa Crerar, as the field of 15 candidates prepares for a contest scheduled three weeks from 4 June 2026.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejects claims of two-tier policing as Attorney General reviews sentence
New figures from the Electoral Commission show Reform UK raised more than double the amount of Labour and the Conservatives in the first quarter of 2026, prompting calls for stricter caps on political donations.
Keir Starmer accuses Elon Musk of whipping up division following the Southampton murder, while UK government prepares to confront xAI over non-consensual imagery generated by its Grok tool.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chief Secretary to the Treasury Lucy Rigby firmly oppose the narrative that the UK justice system discriminates against white people, while Labour’s Andy Burnham prepares a response on race equality.
The UK government cited remarks regarding Israel as the basis for the decision, though both men deny accusations that their comments were antisemitic.
Undisclosed communications reported by The Spectator show Darren Jones seeking cabinet roles and consoling Peter Mandelson, who declined to hand over his own device following his dismissal over Jeffrey Epstein ties.
Ministers defend compliance with parliamentary motions as MPs question the absence of records detailing security mitigations for the ambassador-designate’s controversial associations.
The Lowestoft representative alleges breaches of data protection laws, marking a significant test case for accountability in artificial intelligence development amidst broader regulatory scrutiny.
Government highlights new restrictions on overseas and cryptocurrency funding while parliamentary commissioner investigates whether the sum should have been declared.
Transport for London urges the RMT to call off the strike, citing significant operational resilience during Tuesday’s action, while the union maintains the dispute remains unresolved.
The Universal United Kingdom Resort near Bedford will receive £1.3bn in state support, with Chancellor Rachel Reeves citing nearly £50bn in projected economic growth for the Oxford-to-Cambridge corridor.
Prominent supporters of Kim Leadbeater’s bill have informed constituents they do not support using the Parliament Acts to circumvent the House of Lords, where the measure was blocked by over 1,000 amendments.
Research conducted by JL Partners two weeks before the 18 June vote shows Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham holding a narrow lead over Reform UK, with immigration and public services also ranking as key priorities for residents.
The UK government has refused visas to two American political commentators, citing their presence is not conducive to the public good. While SXSW London cancels their participation, the Oxford Union insists the debate will go ahead remotely.
Newly revealed details from a BBC documentary show David Cameron proposed a top-five ministerial position to Boris Johnson in early 2016, contingent on the former foreign secretary supporting the campaign to remain in the European Union.
Sarah Jones says guidance suggesting differential treatment of suspects gives the ‘wrong impression’, while Reform UK and Conservatives push for an equal treatment act following Henry Nowak’s sentencing.
Two arrests made in connection with unrest following the death of Henry Nowak, whose killer was jailed for life on Monday
The Transform trial will invite black men aged 45 to 74, while targeted testing is recommended for those with BRCA2 mutations, following a decision to prioritise evidence over universal screening.
Former Scottish National Party chief executive Peter Murrell has admitted to misappropriating £400,000, sparking a legal hearing this week and sentencing later this month.
House of Commons Public Accounts Committee finds only 17% of frail patients assessed in 2024/25, citing systemic pressure from online service demands
The UK government confirms consular efforts continue as the couple’s family reports cut communications and hunger strikes at Tehran’s Evin prison.
The 1,000-page release of files concerning Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador has shifted focus from security vetting to internal government conflict, coinciding with broader scrutiny over transparency and communication protocols.
The White House published a memorandum from the White House Physician via its Briefings & Statements feed, though the available source material consists primarily of metadata rather than the official findings.
Private WhatsApp messages reveal Peter Mandelson’s criticism of Wes Streeting’s lobbying efforts, released to comply with parliamentary motion on US ambassador appointment.
Witnesss compare Plan 2 loan terms to financial mis-selling scandals as government defends income-contingent repayment model
Downing Street defends the use of non-corporate communications as the government releases nearly 1,500 pages of documents regarding Peter Mandelson’s appointment to Washington.
The authors of competing policy visions argue the party must move beyond factional disputes to focus on lowering the cost of essentials and restoring state control.
Beth Rigby and Robert Peston respond to accusations that coverage of the UK’s political crisis has become akin to social media entertainment, asserting they are reporting on a serious, real-world governance emergency.
Ministers defend Employment Rights Act implementation as business leaders warn of hiring risks and unions cite broken manifesto promises
Court hears how luxury motorhome and other personal items were disguised as party costs, raising questions over governance and former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon’s knowledge
Cabinet minister denies party plans to raise taxes to fund additional welfare, citing focus on employment and rising pension costs as drivers of spending.
Emily Thornberry urges revival of 2025 recognition coalition and criticises Donald Trump’s diplomatic withdrawal as death toll rises
Alex Burghart questions volume of correspondence between Prime Minister and former ambassador, while Labour MPs assess fallout from 1,500-page disclosure.
Journalist Daniel Trilling warns that Restore Britain’s extreme deportation rhetoric could force Nigel Farage’s Reform UK further to the right in the upcoming Makerfield byelection.
Research led by psephologist John Curtice finds that while Reform UK benefits from discontent with public services, its reliance on socially conservative positions limits its potential to expand beyond the mid- to high-20s percentage range.
Presidential statement highlights Coptic Orthodox Church’s resilience and condemns global persecution of Christians, linking religious freedom to the 250th anniversary of US independence.
More than 1,000 pages of correspondence show Peter Mandelson lobbying ministers for Global Counsel and expressing dissatisfaction with the prime minister, while a key security document remains absent.
The disclosures expose internal Labour criticism of Prime Minister Keir Starmer and intensify scrutiny over the government’s judgment in appointing the diplomat, who was later dismissed following revelations of his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Emails and WhatsApp messages show the Labour peer facilitating introductions and inviting ministers to events while he was president of Global Counsel, ahead of his appointment as UK ambassador to the US.
WhatsApp exchanges detail administrative failures regarding a gift for President Donald Trump, strained relations with Keir Starmer, and Mandelson’s lobbying efforts for a university chancellorship.
The UK government has published over 1,500 pages of records regarding Peter Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to Washington, but significant materials remain undisclosed. Chief among the omissions is a nine-page United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) summary outlining concerns over Mandelson’s international associations and financial ties.
The UK government has cancelled the electronic travel authorisations of two prominent American political commentators, citing that their presence is not conducive to the public good.
With nearly six in ten applications rejected and over 50 claimants dying before payout, the government is urged to reform a scheme it manages itself
Files released following Mandelson’s dismissal detail concerns over economic confidence, cabinet infighting, and calls for a more ‘Trumpian’ political style.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is in discussions with major banks and investment funds to fund infrastructure for seven identified sites, moving beyond previous restrictions on private funding for public projects.
The decision prevents two prominent American political commentators from speaking at UK events, with officials citing risks to community cohesion and public order.