UK issues formal apology over forced adoption practices The United Kingdom has issued a formal apology over historic forced adoption practices that affected an estimated 185,000 babies born to unmarried mothers in England and Wales between 1949 and 1976. Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the policy and its consequences as “a stain on our history”, acknowledgi

Andy Burnham has moved to the centre of Britain’s political debate after Keir Starmer announced that he would resign as Labour leader and step down as prime minister once a successor is chosen. Burnham’s return to Parliament through the Makerfield by-election has changed the mood inside Labour and made him one of the most closely watched figures in the race for No 10. His victory came at a difficult time for the governing party. Labour

The resignation of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pushed British politics into a major period of uncertainty, with Labour now preparing for a leadership contest that could decide the country’s next prime minister. Starmer announced on Monday, June 22, 2026, that he would step down after growing pressure from within his party and months of declining public support. Starmer said he would remain in office during the transition to ensure

Andy Burnham Makerfield Win Puts Starmer Under Pressure Andy Burnham’s return to Westminster after a decisive Makerfield win has strengthened his political position and added fresh pressure on Keir Starmer’s Labour leadership. Burnham’s Comeback Raises Labour Leadership Questions Andy Burnham’s return to Parliament after a commanding

Vance Links Killing To Migration Debate US Vice President JD Vance drew criticism from the UK government after linking the murder of British student Henry Nowak to what he described as a mass migrant “invasion.” Nowak, 18, was stabbed in Southampton in December, and the case has since become a politically charged issue in Britain and abroad. Vance used a social media post to criticize British authorities

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing one of the toughest moments of his political career after Labour suffered major defeats in local elections across England and Wales. In a major speech aimed at calming angry Labour MPs, Starmer admitted the election results were “tough” and accepted responsibility for the setback. At the same time, he promised to rebuild trust, strengthen the UK economy, improve ties with Europe, and protect Britain from being pulled into a war with Ira

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing a serious Labour leadership crisis after the party suffered heavy losses in the 2026 local elections across England and Wales. The poor election performance has triggered anger among Labour MPs, with Catherine West warning cabinet ministers that she may begin gathering support for a leadership contest if no one challenges Starmer by Monday. The growing rebellion has raised fresh questions about Starmer’s future as leader of the Labour Par

President Donald Trump renewed criticism of NATO on Saturday, April 12, 2026, saying the alliance could face a “very serious examining” after it did not support the United States during its recent conflict with Iran

The United Kingdom has paused its plan to transfer control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius following strong criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, raising new uncertainty over the future of a key military base in the Indian Ocean. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government has not abandoned the agreement but acknowledged delays in advancing the proposal through Parliament. Officials indicated there is insufficient time in the current legislative session to formalize

A recent podcast hosted by Nikhil Kamath has drawn widespread attention after former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak shared a candid reflection on his early career choices and family expectations. In a light-hearted moment, Sunak remarked that he may have “disappointed” his parents by not pursuing a care

Former United Kingdom ambassador to the United States Peter Mandelson was arrested on Monday on suspicion of misconduct in public office, according to confirmation from London’s Metropolitan Police. The 72-year-old veteran Labour Party figure was detained at a property in Camden and taken to a London police station for questioning as part of an ongoing investigation. Police officials said the arrest followed the execution of search warrants at two separate addresses in the Wiltshire and Ca

Peter Mandelson has announced that he will step down from the United Kingdom’s House of Lords following fresh disclosures connecting him to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a development that has prompted a government review and renewed scrutiny from law enforcement authorities. The former British ambassador to Washington informed parliamentary officials of his decision to retire from the unelected upper chamber earlier this week. The move was confirmed by the Speaker of th

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly criticised remarks made by US President Donald Trump regarding the role of NATO troops in Afghanistan, calling the comments “insulting and frankly appalling” and suggesting that an apology is warranted. Starmer said that the remarks had caused deep pain to the families of those who served and to individuals who were killed or injured during the conflict. He emphasized that statements of this kind undermine the sacrifices made by international

The United States has paused a multi-billion-pound investment programme in British technology, dealing a significant setback to relations between Washington and London amid ongoing trade disagreements. The decision places the £31bn tech prosperity deal on hold, halting a package that had been presented by the UK government as a cornerstone of its economic and diplomatic strategy with the US. The agreement, unveiled during Donald Trump’s state visit to the UK, was described by Pri

Senior advocate Sai Deepak has challenged the account presented by the Pakistan High Commission in the United Kingdom regarding a scheduled debate between Indian and Pakistani speakers at the Oxford Union. The event, which was expected to feature prominent figures from both countries, became the centre of a controversy after the Pakistan High Commission publicly claimed that Indian participants withdrew at the last moment, resulting in what it described as a walkover. Deepak rejected this ver

British Member of Parliament and Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick has ignited a storm of criticism after describing the multicultural Soho Road locality in Birmingham as “a slum” and “one of the worst integrated places” in the United Kingdom. His remarks, made earlier this year during a Conservative Association dinner, have triggered a strong backlash from residents, community leaders, and political figures who denounced the comments as divisive and racially insensitive.

British far-right activist Tommy Robinson, long known for his anti-immigrant stance, has sparked debate by repeatedly praising Indians, particularly Hindus, calling them allies within Britain. This unusual position contrasts sharply with his otherwise hostile rhetoric towards migrants, making headlines after his massive "Unite the Kingdom" rally in London drew over one hundred thousand supporters. Robinson

In a landmark vote, the UK Parliament has taken decisive steps to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales, revoking parts of a 19th-century law that had made terminating a pregnancy a criminal offence punishable by life imprisonment. The amendment received overwhelming support, passing 379 to 137 in a free vote not bound by party directives. While abortion has been legal since 1967 under certain conditions such a