Politics

Sir Keir Starmer is facing criticism for celebrating the return of a British activist from detention in Egypt in light of his past social media posts. The prime minister said on Friday that he was “delighted” that Alaa Abd El-Fattah had been reunited with his loved ones in the UK. Historic posts have since emerged of Mr…

Sir Keir Starmer must tackle the cost-of-living crisis in 2026 or risk a further surge in support for Nigel Farage, the boss of Britain’s trade unions has warned. Paul Nowak has told Sky News that many voters are disillusioned with mainstream politics because change is not coming fast enough. In a hard-hitting New Year message,…

Angola and Namibia have agreed to take back illegal migrants and criminals after the home secretary threatened to impose visa bans on them if they failed to do so. In November, Shabana Mahmood also warned the government would impose visa sanctions on the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) if it refused to co-operate. While Angola…

Christmas may be the most wonderful time of the year – but not for some of Britain’s prime ministers over the course of history. From wars, to economic crises, and health issues – there has been no shortage of challenges facing the occupant of 10 Downing Street over Christmases past. A listener to our Electoral…

👉 Click here to listen to Electoral Dysfunction on your podcast app 👈 Put down the eggnog and stop the washing up because it’s a merry Christmas from Electoral Dysfunction as Beth, Harriet and Ruth answer your questions. They’re joined by special guests including the Dish podcast’s Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett, as well as…

Non-crime hate incidents should be scrapped and replaced with a “common sense” system, police leaders are set to recommend. The scheme would mean only the most serious incidents are recorded as anti-social behaviour. The recommendation is part of a review by leaders at the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) and College of Policing, which is…

The boss of Britain’s trade unions has urged those who are celebrating Christmas to spare a thought for those who have to work – including clergy at church services. Paul Nowak says 1.2 million people will be working on Christmas Day, many of them care workers, nurses and other NHS staff. Speaking to Sky News,…

The prime minister has acknowledged Britons’ cost-of-living struggles in his Christmas message – and vowed that helping with the issue is his “priority”. Sir Keir Starmer also urged members of the public to “each do our bit” and “reach out” to friends, relatives and neighbours during the festive period. His message comes at the end…

In a massive Christmas U-turn by Sir Keir Starmer, the government has announced a huge climbdown on inheritance tax on farmers. The tax relief on family farms handed down between families is to increase from £1m to £2.5m, meaning only farms worth more than £5m will pay. The climbdown, overturning bitterly unpopular proposals in Rachel…

Half of people think Sir Keir Starmer will be replaced as prime minister by the end of 2026, according to an exclusive YouGov poll for Sky News It comes as unease continues on the Labour benches about the party’s position in the polls, with some significant figures rumoured to be plotting a move if May’s…