Britons now more pro-EU than the French or Italians
2026 has begun much as 2025 ended, with bleak polling that confirms Britain’s deep and unresolved disillusionment with Brexit, a frustration now shared across the European Union.
The ‘holy war’: How the far right is trying to hijack Christianity
Does the far right’s capture of a debased Christianity matter in the UK, where religion holds far less sway than in the US? Given America’s superpower status, and the reluctance of global leaders to challenge Trump, it should concern us all.
Darren Grimes mocked over false claims M&S staff are ‘forced’ to wear pronoun badges
“I’m a regular shopper at M&S and have seen no evidence of this. Perhaps you could supply some, rather than a lame third hand anecdote.”
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A full list of strike dates in March
With a government said to be ‘missing in action’ and failing to engage in any meaningful dialogue with unions, the strike action of recent months is set to continue into March.
Five reasons why Brexit is to blame for Britain’s fruit and veg shortages
From a shortfall of workers to higher transportation costs and more red tape, we look at how direct and indirect consequences of Brexit have contributed to the dwindling of fresh produce supplies in the UK.
BBC Question Time audience member roasts Tory minister over his party’s chaos
I think it’s bizarre to hear the Conservative minister complain that we’ve had 11 relaunches under Labour when we’ve had three Conservative prime ministers in just the last six months.”
Millions of younger people could be turned away from polling stations due to voter ID requirements
52% of all voters under 40 remain unaware of the new requirements.
It’s Time to End the Gravy Train of MPs’ Second Jobs
Being an MP is not only a privilege but a well-paid job. MPs already earn more than 95% of people in our country.
Energy company profits: Owner of Britain’s biggest power station announces massive profit boost
After Drax earnt hundreds of millions in public subsidies, the profits have sparked outrage
Gender pay gap means women work two months of the year without pay
The gender pay gap is currently at 14.9%
Demands for rent freeze intensify as major public figures join the call
Sadiq Khan, Andy Burnham, Carla Denyer and Mick Lynch are among those to back the call
Royal Mail boss torn apart by MPs over tracking of workers
Simon Thompson was hauled over the coals
Community language provision should be free at the point of use
‘At a time when identity and belonging are more important than ever, it is devastating that these sorts of services are being cut and privatised’