Andy Burnham vows UK will hit net zero target despite Jackdaw gasfield approval
PM pledges commitment to address climate crisis, saying in Guardian article that his ‘determination is unwavering’ Andy…
Read at source →Source
The Guardian Politics
UK and global politics from The Guardian
Politics · 223 articles · page 1 of 7 · fetched 9 minutes ago
Every Briton should stockpile water and food supplies, government advises
Be Ready campaign aims to prepare UK for impact of climate crisis, technological dependency and threats by hostile…
Read at source →
The Guardian view on AI safety: the push for global regulation must advance | Editorial
The current US administration is an obstacle, but public demand for protection will ultimately prevail Organisations…
Read at source →
AdSponsoredSiguimi
Pure chronological social — no algorithm
See who you follow, newest first. Free to join. Posts that stay visible — not buried by an algo.
Join siguimi.com →
The Guardian view on England's north-south divide: Burnham must deliver more than devolution | Editorial
The prime minister promises to repair decades of regional damage. His government must redistribute wealth to close…
Read at source →
Rosebank row: will Labour block the oilfield? – podcast
The government has given the go-ahead for the Jackdaw gasfield, but that was the easy part. The next big headache is…
Read at source →
Tax online sales more heavily to save high streets, Burnham urged
Exclusive: British Chambers of Commerce president calls for overhaul of business rates and greater powers for local…
Read at source →
You be the chancellor: play our budget game to see if you can balance the books
See if you can do a better job than John Healey at creating a budget that keeps MPs and the bond markets onside On 28…
Read at source →
Wanted: new No 10 adviser to help citizens deal with rise of AI
Andy Burnham advertises for policy experts in technology, economic growth and cost-of-living challenges Andy Burnham is…
Read at source →
Are the Tories back? - podcast
Political correspondent Aletha Adu explores whether the Conservative party under Kemi Badenoch is about to become, once…
Read at source →
Aneurin Bevan’s personal security file was ‘remarkably tame’ – National Archives
Some in UK’s security services questioned why Welsh Labour firebrand was of interest Aneurin “Nye” Bevan, the Welsh…
Read at source →
Royal Navy lacks resources to counter Russian threat in high north, MPs warn
Committee cites shortfalls of submarines and warships and says ‘dramatic progress’ needed by end of decade Britain…
Read at source →
Former Tory election candidate suspended over contract killing claims
Jack Ross was filmed allegedly discussing with an undercover reporter violent options to deal with enemies A former…
Read at source →
Drill, baby, drill? Climate campaigners condemn Jackdaw gasfield approval - The Latest
Climate campaigners have condemned the UK government’s decision to allow the drilling of the Jackdaw gasfield. Critics…
Read at source →
Shabana Mahmood urged to ‘read the room’ on Labour opposition to immigration policy
No 10 declines to rule out watering down plans to extend waiting period for indefinite leave to remain as cabinet split…
Read at source →
Burnham approves Jackdaw – and Labour’s unity on climate action is imperilled with the stroke of a pen | Zoe Williams
This foolish decision undermines hopes that this government will take the necessary steps the climate crisis demands…
Read at source →
UK politics: Reform UK claims racism exposé has left some members ‘psychologically damaged’ as it reports ITV to police – as it happened
Zia Yusuf claims undercover investigation broke the law as broadcaster stands by its journalism Here is an explainer by…
Read at source →
Bereaved civil service families could face ‘unjust’ tax bills due to pension scheme delays
MPs say ‘chaos’ at Capita-run scheme could mean some claims miss tax-free time limit on lump sum payments Bereaved…
Read at source →
Climate campaigners condemn ‘maddening’ decision to approve Jackdaw gasfield
Critics say move will jeopardise climate targets, fail to cut cost of living and distract from need to decarbonise…
Read at source →
What does the UK’s approval of the Jackdaw gasfield mean?
Decision has implications for household energy bills, the UK economy and the climate crisis UK approves Jackdaw…
Read at source →
UK to deploy fighter jets to protect Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
RAF Typhoon fighters to fly defensive missions over cities and infrastructure in extension of UK support for Riyadh RAF…
Read at source →
Andy Burnham faces climate revolt after approval of North Sea gas drilling
Jackdaw gasfield announcement signals UK’s commitment to North Sea industry but undermines green credentials What does…
Read at source →
Covid inquiry report shows why culture of care workers being undervalued must end, says Andy Burnham – as it happened
The prime minister endorses report that says the adult social care sector has been under-recognised Badenoch says…
Read at source →
Surprise drop in UK unemployment to 4.7% as John Healey’s first budget looms
Latest ONS data presents mixed picture amid slump in job vacancies and analysts warning labour market is ‘running on…
Read at source →
Healey to reject calls to raise capital gains tax in budget
Cabinet colleagues have previously called for an increase but chancellor feels it might ultimately cost the Treasury UK…
Read at source →
No 10: Hegseth ‘wrong’ to say most non-US Nato soldiers didn’t fight in Afghanistan – as it happened
Downing Street delivered a rare rebuke to a senior member of Donald Trump’s administration Asked why the Lib Dems were…
Read at source →
Farage claim that £5m was reward for Brexit was ‘not press office line’, close aide says
Exclusive: Undercover footage of Dan Jukes raises fresh questions about Reform leader’s statement that £5m gift was for…
Read at source →
Shall we have another EU referendum? Maybe – but not yet | Polly Toynbee
We saw last time what reckless reliance on close polling led to. The omertà on rejoining has now been broken, but it…
Read at source →
Who is Alan Milburn and will he get young people back to work? – podcast
As young people take to the streets across the world to protest over living standards, Andy Burnham is hoping the…
Read at source →
Youth services in parts of England in state of emergency, children’s commissioner says
Rachel de Souza names Middlesbrough and Hounslow among hardest places in which to grow up and says some children are…
Read at source →
Profit warnings from UK-listed firms at highest level in two years as Iran war drives up costs
Consultancy says companies quoted on London stock market issued 65 in three months to end of September The number of…
Read at source →
‘It’s about persistence’: Cornish devolution no longer a pipe dream as its champion bows out
Dick Cole is quitting as head of Mebyon Kernow, which campaigns for greater self-rule for Cornwall, after 29 years at…
Read at source →
Britain cannot deal effectively with geopolitical crises without rejoining EU, says thinktank
‘Sovereignty without the ability to act on it is not autonomy,’ paper by Institute for Public Policy Research says…
Read at source →
Cut benefits to fund work support for young people, says Neet review author Alan Milburn
Exclusive: Former health secretary says upfront investment in support is needed ‘if we are going to end the Neet…
Read at source →
Shabana Mahmood to hold talks with EU over law enforcement cooperation
UK home secretary’s meeting comes after PM said he wanted to rejoin European law enforcement databases The UK home…
Read at source →
Zack Polanski says application of Zionism is racist and no state has right to exist
Green leader in England and Wales calls ‘debates about words’ unhelpful and denies recent motion was controversial Zack…
Read at source →