Badenoch’s big gamble
Tories’ last throw of the dice Kemi Badenoch’s first conference speech as Conservative leader was delivered with poise, precision and an unmistakable sense.
Leadership
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World Affairs
UK backs Lebanon study
Women’s role in politics examined The UK has supported the launch of a landmark study on women’s participation in Lebanese political parties, unveiled.
Birmingham
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Brum politics at breaking point
One moment, Labour’s in full stride, running Europe’s largest council and preaching renewal and reform. The next, its councillors are walking out, its.
Defence
Politics
UK boosts satellite defences
New sensors to counter laser threats from hostile states Britain’s most vital satellites are set to receive high-tech protection under a new Ministry.
People
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Democracy is messy
The state can’t keep shrinking the square There’s something deeply troubling about the government’s latest plan to curb “repeat protests.” On the surface,.
Politics
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Andy Burnham: Pretender King
It was all just a bit of theatre for him Andy Burnham was never really serious about leading the Labour Party. It was.
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Crime
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UK national security boost
Security Minister sets out new measures at global expo Britain will invest more in sovereign security, boost cyber protections and embed tougher safety.
Crime
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Lammy booed at Manchester vigil
Deputy Prime Minister heckled during synagogue attack memorial Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy was booed and heckled by sections of the crowd as.
Politics
Badenoch vows ECHR exit
Tory leader shifts right to counter Reform UK rise Kemi Badenoch has announced plans to withdraw Britain from the European Convention on Human.
Birmingham
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JQ sell-off: ‘Brum deserves better’
Selling the family silver: Birmingham’s Café Block disposal and the failure of scrutiny Birmingham City Council has agreed to sell the freehold of.