Lee-Ann McChesney, a former fundamentalist minister in British Columbia, has been found not guilty of charges of sexual assault and sexual exploitation. The charges dated back to 1989 and were heard in the B.C. Supreme Court in New Westminster.
Concord Golf Properties has acquired the Westminster Golf Club in Massachusetts, with CEO Dana Barnes confirming plans to maintain its operation as a golf course.
A former Labour councillor has pleaded not guilty to blackmail charges related to a 'Westminster honeytrap' case. The individual denies the allegations against them.
A new report titled "The Silent Coup" investigates how artificial intelligence has increasingly captured and influenced political processes within Westminster.
A choir from Turku, Finland, is set to make history by performing a Sámi-language song at London's Westminster Abbey during Easter. The Turku Cathedral Parish Oratorio Choir will bring the unique cultural performance to the historic church.
A Guardian investigation reveals that crypto billionaire Ben Delo, previously pardoned by Trump, is providing funding and space for 'anti-woke' and right-wing groups in Westminster.
A 43-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an 18-day-old baby died following a fall from a property in Westminster, London, prompting a police investigation.
Princess Kate Middleton was among many members of the royal family at Westminster Abbey during the annual Commonwealth Day service, and her private whisper at the beginning of the ceremony was...
The British Royal Family made its first major public appearance at Westminster Abbey for Commonwealth Day, following new revelations surrounding Prince Andrew.
Things will look a bit different for the royal family’s Commonwealth Day.
As King Charles III, Prince William and more members of the royal family gather at Westminster Abbey on March 9 to mark...
A Guardian report indicates that nearly 60% of Welsh voters are unaware of how the new electoral system will work in the upcoming May Senedd elections, highlighting confusion over policy responsibilities between Cardiff Bay and Westminster.
Westminster's expenses watchdog announced a 5% pay rise for Members of Parliament, bringing their annual salary to £98,599 from April, citing higher levels of complex casework and abuse faced by MPs.
Jersey is voting on assisted dying, while separate bills to allow terminally ill people to end their lives are also under consideration in Westminster and Scotland.
The Senedd in Wales has voted in favor of legislation that could allow terminally ill people to end their lives, moving assisted dying a step closer in the Welsh NHS.
Residents of Horden, County Durham, express frustration over unfulfilled Westminster promises and a plummeting population, feeling abandoned by political leaders.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has expressed concerns that the current plans to refurbish the Palace of Westminster are 'out of control' and has called for a reevaluation.
A new podcast launched by Cleo Watson, former deputy chief of staff to Boris Johnson, and Helen MacNamara, deputy cabinet secretary, aims to offer insights into the workings of Westminster politics.
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing a significant challenge and a "judgment day" in the House of Commons regarding the vetting scandal involving Peter Mandelson. The controversy centers on Mandelson's past links to Jeffrey Epstein, leading to intense scrutiny and questions about Starmer's leadership.
Labour and Liberal Democrat MPs have called for the government to scrap its £330 million NHS contract with the spytech company Palantir. They argued during a Westminster debate that the company and its founder should not be involved with the NHS.
A Westminster Magistrates' Court in London has once again postponed the extradition hearing for Michał Kuczmierowski, the former head of Poland's Government Strategic Reserves Agency, who is sought by Poland.
A new international initiative, the 'Westminster Declaration,' was adopted at a high-level conference in London, aiming to establish global standards against the political misuse of religion.
The petty theft of former chief of staff Morgan McSweeney's work mobile phone in Westminster has led to an outbreak of conspiracy theories and increased public mistrust. The incident has also highlighted issues regarding the handling of sensitive work devices.
Președintele ucrainean Volodimir Zelenski a declarat, marți, la Westminster, că „atacurile în masă nu mai costă miliarde” pe măsură ce tehnologia dronelor avansează, iar națiunile europene trebuie să…
An analysis suggests that Westminster politicians struggle to engage seriously with most topics, particularly the economy, indicating a misplaced focus on financial matters.
Protesters gathered outside Westminster Abbey on Commonwealth Day, demanding answers from the royal family regarding Prince Andrew's arrest, with the consequences expected to impact the monarchy for some time.
On March 5, 1946, British statesman Winston Churchill first used the term 'Iron Curtain' in a speech at Westminster College in Fulton, USA, emphasizing the need to resist Soviet tyranny's expansion.
Despite rebukes from Donald Trump, many MPs back Keir Starmer’s stance so far, and say lessons from conflict in Iraq must not be forgotten
Calvin Bailey keeps his Iraq medal, issued to members of…
After a century of Labour dominance, disillusionment with both Westminster and Cardiff has given progressive nationalists a historic opportunity
Speaking last October at his party’s annual conference, Plaid Cymru’s leader, Rhun ap Iorwerth, raised the biggest cheer when he laid out the stakes in what may be an era-defining Senedd election: “Let’s be clear,” he told his audience: “We’re not here to act as Labour’s conscience. We are not here to repair Labour. We are here to replace them.”
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Separate bills proposing to allow terminally ill individuals to end their lives are currently being considered in Westminster and Scotland, potentially changing assisted dying laws across the UK.
The Financial Times reports that Prime Minister Starmer's government has not practiced what it preached, failing to deliver on its promise to clean up Westminster.
UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing intense pressure and calls for his resignation due to a hidden vetting failure concerning Peter Mandelson's appointment and his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The controversy has led to a significant political challenge for Starmer, with some ministers defending him while others demand answers.
Labour MP Samantha Nibblet has sparked controversy by proposing a 'summer of sex' in Westminster, advocating for the introduction of sex toys into Parliament. Her suggestion aims to encourage a more open discussion around sexuality.
Rhun ap Iorwerth, the leader of Plaid Cymru, has launched the party's manifesto for the Welsh elections, promising 'no more bending to Westminster’s will' if they come to power and expressing unconcern about the Reform UK threat.
Cleo Watson, a former aide at 10 Downing Street, shares her personal experience of the intense stress and psychological toll of working in Westminster politics, stating she looks years younger after quitting.
Metropolitan police have initiated a murder investigation following the fatal stabbing of a 26-year-old man in central London on Friday night, near Abbey Orchard Street.
An editorial discusses the fragile politics of the UK union, suggesting that Labour's challenges could lead to pro-independence first ministers in Edinburgh, Cardiff, and Belfast following May's elections.
After operating on victims of the Westminster attack in 2017 and visiting Ukraine and Gaza, Hettiaratchy has seen more horror than most can imagine – but he still believes in humanity, optimism and…
Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey was the setting for one of Kate Middleton's most carefully curated appearances, where she managed to combine haute couture with strong...
Jersey has approved a law allowing assisted dying, while similar legislative proposals for terminally ill individuals are being considered in Westminster and Scotland.
The long-overdue refurbishment could be an ideal opportunity for Britain to spread power to other parts of the UK, and send a powerful message
MPs and peers face a looming choice: stay put or move out
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Reform UK leader snaps at reporters as he tries to maintain control over announcement of shadow cabinet
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Palmerston, the former chief mouser for the Foreign Office, has died in Bermuda, with tributes pouring in from across Westminster, including from No 10's Larry the Cat.