politics
Scheme to trial scrapping fit notes to get people back to work
The government says the system is “broken”, with too many people signed off work with no help to return. Source link
Mandatory digital ID launch called 'a fiasco' by scrutiny committee
The government has now shifted to a voluntary digital ID scheme which it says will allow people to access services more easily. Source link
Drakeford links Welsh Labour's collapse to lack of new powers from UK government
The former first minister said a lack of new powers for Wales was significant in Labour’s election defeat. Source link
The Global Story
Britain has had six leaders in 10 years. Why might Keir Starmer be the next forced out? Source link
Deputy British ambassador to US abruptly leaves post
Until his sudden departure, James Roscoe held one the most senior, high-profile roles in the British diplomatic service Source link
Grant Shapps quits aerospace firm after watchdog probe
The former defence secretary has resigned as chairman of Cambridge Aerospace “to simplify matters”. Source link
More than 60 Labour MPs call for review of UK voting system
The MPs say the current first-past-the-post system for general elections is “broken”. Source link
John Swinney wins vote to be re-appointed first minister
The SNP leader is to be formally sworn in on Wednesday before he chooses a new cabinet. Source link
By-election to replace former MPs set for next month
Stephen Flynn and Stephen Gethins stood down as MPs after being elected to Holyrood earlier this month Source link
Makerfield by-election candidates announced
Who is standing for Parliament in the Greater Manchester constituency of Makerfield? Source link