Politics
Aditya Chakrabortty Answers Reader Questions on Economics and Society
Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty answers reader questions about economics, society, democracy, and his new podcast Radical Thinking.
Politics
Unison Leader Calls Public Sector an Afterthought Compared to North Sea Oil
The head of the UK's largest trade union has criticized the government for prioritizing North Sea oil and gas jobs over public service workers.
Politics
Healey Budget Cuts Threaten UK Clean Heating Targets and Green Agenda
Chancellor John Healey's announced budget cuts have diverted billions from the energy department to defence, threatening the UK's green heating targets.
Politics
UK high streets will improve before next election, says Angela Rayner
Housing secretary Angela Rayner promises visible improvements to struggling British high streets before the next general election following budget investments.
Politics
Burnham Seeks Regional Empowerment at Devolution Summit in Glasgow
Prime Minister Andy Burnham travels to Glasgow to meet Scottish and Welsh leaders to discuss the next phase of devolution and regional empowerment.
Politics
Andy Burnham Admits First Budget Was Constrained by Global Crises and Manifesto
Prime Minister Andy Burnham conceded his first budget lacked radical measures, citing international volatility, rising borrowing costs, and restrictions from Labour's 2024 manifesto.
World
British Lawmakers Urge UK Sanctions on Israel Following West Bank Border Detention
A British parliamentary delegation detained by Israeli forces at the West Bank border has urged London to impose comprehensive sanctions targeting state institutions rather than isolated settlers.
Politics
Ministers Clash as Mahmood Withholds Impact Data on Asylum Overhaul
Shabana Mahmood faces mounting ministerial anger for refusing to disclose projections on how her proposed asylum reforms could increase homelessness across the UK.
Politics
Chancellor John Healey Pledges Welfare Spending Reduction Ahead of Election
Chancellor John Healey has stated the government has a moral duty to help unemployed young people while committing to reduce the rising welfare bill.
Politics
Burnham Denies Gagging Ministers Over EU Relationship Plans
Andy Burnham has pushed back against claims that he prevented ministers from discussing closer ties with Europe, following a recent government letter.