The Tories: Why did they lose, and can they recover?
Just as Labour’s victory was fuelled by Conservative chaos, the Tories’ chances of a comeback will hinge on whether Labour can deliver on its promises.
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The tentacles of the Atlas Network: Progressive politicians beware…
As the Atlas Network and its affiliates pose a clear threat to meaningful climate action, Starmer should be wary of any association with them or their ideological allies.
Is the media now the real opposition?
The Conservatives’ ability to hold Labour accountable has disappeared down the same rabbit hole as the Party itself. As the Tories struggle with their own identity crisis, the press has stepped up to fill the gap.
Could Nigel Farage become PM?
If Labour wants to hold onto power, it must deliver on its promises. Otherwise, a Farage-led Britain might not be as far-fetched as it sounds.
Lettuce recall: Liz Truss’s most shameless moments since leaving office
Liz Truss appears determined not only to rewrite her own story but also to export her brand of chaotic governance across the Atlantic. Whether Republicans will embrace or dismiss her advice, it is another strange episode in Truss’s post-Downing Street career.
RMT’s Eddie Dempsey makes powerful speech on beating the far right at anti-racism march
Thousands of counter-protesters united in London against a large Tommy Robinson rally
Democracy in danger: Britain’s crackdown on climate dissent
Whether you agree with their actions or not, the sentencing of the Just Stop Oil protesters signals an increasingly authoritarian approach to dissent that prioritises public order over the right to advocate for critical issues such as climate change.
Ofcom: Who watches the watchdog?
At best, the media watchdog appears weak, failing to uphold impartiality by not cracking down on broadcasters like GB News. At worst, Ofcom could be seen as a political organisation, a “biased referee,” as former BBC reporter Robin Aitken described it.
Labour landslide? – It was Farage wot did it!
The election was not just a victory for Labour, but a wake-up call for the right. Their response will be crucial and should be closely monitored.
The clowns are packing up, the circus is almost over
The latest fibs, fiascos, and blunders as the campaigning hits the home stretch.