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Peter Mandelson: From scandal to scandal

The latest shocking revelations surely mean the end of his political career Peter Mandelson is one of those shadowy figures who has always.

by Dave Pettifer
5 February 2026
3 minutes read

People Politics

Waspi womens’ fury as Govt confirms move to reject compensation

Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) group accused ministers of showing them “utter contempt” Women affected by changes to the state pension age.

by Paul Cadman
29 January 2026
1 minute read

Politics Viewpoint

Can Andy Street’s Prosper UK save the Conservative Party?

The centre ground is not dead – but it has been abandoned The most dangerous myth in modern British politics is that the.

by Josh Moreton
29 January 2026
3 minutes read

Politics Transport

Build of tunnel to Euston under way in Birmingham-London HS2 rail project

Embattled scheme limps on as debate resumes on resurrecting Manchester leg A HS2 tunnel boring machine has begun excavating the 4.5-mile tunnel from.

by Simon Evans
28 January 2026
1 minute read

Hospitality sector Politics

Govt’s £300m pub rates relief package slammed by hospitality sector leaders

Touted bailout for pubs accentuates pain for hotels and restaurants Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s touted £300 million support package for pubs was today branded.

by Simon Evans
27 January 2026
2 minutes read

Politics

Sir Andy Street and Ruth Davidson launch Prosper UK to revive moderate centre-right politics

Former West Midlands mayor and ex Scottish Conservative leader unveil new political movement Sir Andy Street and Baroness Ruth Davidson have launched a.