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Jenrick defects to Reform UK after being sacked by ToriesThu 15th Jan 2026 20:54 GMT
Jenrick defects to Reform UK after being sacked by Tories

The former minister says the Conservatives "broke Britain", as Nigel Farage welcomes him to his party.

'We'd been on high alert' - How Jenrick's dramatic defection unfoldedThu 15th Jan 2026 23:47 GMT
'We'd been on high alert' - How Jenrick's dramatic defection unfolded

The secret discussions, bombshell leak and sacking which led to Robert Jenrick defecting to the Reform party.

Government to give cash payouts to people in financial crisisFri 16th Jan 2026 00:02 GMT
Government to give cash payouts to people in financial crisis

The replacement to the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties.

Hospitals with unsafe concrete expected to miss rebuild deadline Fri 16th Jan 2026 00:12 GMT
Hospitals with unsafe concrete expected to miss rebuild deadline

Seven hospitals with Raac that were prioritised last year are not expected to be completed on time - some not until 2032/33.

Starmer does not rule out backing social media ban for under-16sThu 15th Jan 2026 13:23 GMT
Starmer does not rule out backing social media ban for under-16s

Many Labour MPs and officials privately expect the government to follow the Australia's example and implement a ban.

No 10 no longer has confidence in police chiefThu 15th Jan 2026 17:55 GMT
No 10 no longer has confidence in police chief

Chief Constable Craig Guildford is facing calls to resign or be sacked by senior politicians.

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