Joshua Kerry, 28, appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday charged with the murder of former Conservative MP and Reform UK spokesperson Ann Widdecombe. Prosecutors allege Kerry traveled from Rotherham to Widdecombe’s home in Haytor, Devon, on July 8, where he killed the 78-year-old using a hammer before fleeing with her wallet. Court Proceedings and … Read more
Andy Burnham is set to become Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade by Monday lunchtime, following his confirmation as the new leader of the Labour Party. Burnham secured the position unopposed after receiving the backing of 379 Labour MPs, effectively ending the tenure of his predecessor, Keir Starmer. The transition follows a period of … Read more
Devon and Cornwall Police have released a 26-year-old man previously arrested on suspicion of murdering former government minister Ann Widdecombe. Authorities confirmed the individual is “no longer part of the investigation” into the death of the 78-year-old, who was discovered with serious injuries at her home on Thursday. The investigation remains active and is being … Read more
Nigel Farage is set to resign as the Member of Parliament for Clacton to trigger a byelection, citing a desire to let voters judge him amid an ongoing parliamentary investigation into his personal finances. Major political rivals, including the Labour Party, the Conservative Party, and the populist group Restore Britain, have announced they will boycott … Read more
The Home Office has intervened to halt the placement of asylum seekers into new-build homes at Dutton Close in the village of Stoke Heath, following public outcry and local political pressure. While 21 homes were initially earmarked for use by the outsourcing firm Serco, officials have confirmed that no asylum seekers currently remain on the … Read more
Andy Burnham has emerged as the clear frontrunner to succeed Keir Starmer as UK prime minister following Starmer’s resignation announcement. While Burnham secured the backing of nearly 200 Labour MPs during a Westminster Hall gathering, potential rivals including Darren Jones and Al Carns are currently testing support for alternative leadership bids before the nomination window … Read more
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as leader of the Labour Party, citing a desire to prioritize his family after two years in office. Speaking from Downing Street on June 22, 2026, Starmer confirmed he will remain in his post during a transition period, likely clearing the way for Andy Burnham to … Read more
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing mounting calls to resign as internal support within the Labour Party reaches a breaking point. Reports from The Observer indicate that senior party figures expect a formal decision on his future as early as Monday, while The Telegraph reports that allies close to the Prime Minister believe he … Read more
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has publicly expressed disappointment following his party’s defeat in the Makerfield by-election, where candidate Robert Kenyon secured 15,696 votes. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham won the seat with 24,927 votes, while the newly formed Restore Britain, led by Rupert Lowe, polled 3,111 votes in its first parliamentary outing. Mr. Farage … Read more
Greater Manchester Police have ruled out investigating allegations that Andy Burnham breached COVID-19 lockdown rules during a fire at his Warrington home in June 2021, citing a legal time limit for enforcement. Reform UK reported the claim to police on Sunday, alleging Burnham hosted more than six people at his property when fire crews attended … Read more