politics
Badenoch accuses Starmer of giving up on welfare reform
No legislation on welfare reform was announced in the King’s Speech. Source link
Scottish Secretary did not declare meeting with Mandelson's firm
Newly-released files confirm Douglas Alexander met with Global Counsel in summer 2024 but it was not publicly declared until earlier this year. Source link
Paralympic champion backs plans to fine airlines which fail disabled travellers
The Paralympic champion said an airline staff member once asked her if she had “ever tried to walk”. Source link
Police anti-racism document 'gives wrong impression', minister says
The Independent Office for Police Conduct’s is reviewing a guidance document from the National Police Chiefs’ Council. Source link
We now know how Peter Murrell embezzled from the SNP – but not why
Details revealed in court show the persistence, cynicism and devious tactics used by the former chief executive. Source link
Henry Nowak arrest footage raises 'serious questions for police', PM says
Sir Keir Starmers says the question of “how accusations of racism informed decision making” must be addressed. Source link
Starmer uses disappearing messages on his phone, No 10 confirms
A batch of messages between ministers and Lord Mandelson were published on Monday – but there were only a few from the prime minister. Source link
Reform Makerfield candidate admits making 'crass' comments in past
Robert Kenyon says he was not involved in politics when he made remarks unearthed during the campaign. Source link
Henry Nowak case reignites claims of unfair policing
The 18-year-old’s murder has sparked debate among politicians over attitudes in policing. Source link
Five questions left unanswered by the Mandelson files
A second batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador has been released. Source link