British Liberal Democrat leader since 2020
The UK government has published documents detailing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s appointment as trade envoy (2001–2011). The Queen’s wish for a prominent role is shown, but there is no evidence of formal due diligence or vetting at the time. Mountbatten-Windsor has denied any wrongdoing amid Epstein-related probes.
Defence Minister Healey has resigned amid conflict over the Defence Investment Plan, pressuring Prime Minister Starmer as by-elections loom. Ministers warn that funding and readiness must rise to meet growing threats, while Burnham mulls a leadership bid.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces a parliamentary standards inquiry over a £5m donation from crypto magnate Christopher Harborne, with competing accounts of its purpose and use while questions over declaration persist.
Andy Burnham has outlined a plan to devolve power away from Whitehall, establishing a No 10 North unit in Manchester to oversee regional reform, housing, transport and economic policy. He has positioned himself as the voice for English regions and signalled potential changes to where key decisions are made.
Pizza Express has conducted an internal inquiry into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s 2001 Woking visit, testing his alibi amid Virginia Giuffre’s allegations. BBC and Guardian reports say no evidence confirms or disproves the claim, while Mountbatten-Windsor denies any wrongdoing and remains under police investigation.
The Reform UK leader has quit as an MP to trigger a Clacton by-election, arguing the people of Clacton should judge his actions amid ongoing scrutiny over a 35m gift and separate fundraising allegations. Most major parties are not fielding candidates, leaving Count Binface as the primary challenger; the by-election carries potential legal and financial implications for Farage and Reform.
Nigel Farage has resigned as MP to trigger a by-election in Clacton, arguing the voters should judge his actions. With major parties abstaining, Count Binface and a slate of independents are contesting the race, which is drawing scrutiny over Farage’s finances and a parliamentary standards inquiry.
Labour faces renewed pressure to pursue electoral reform as Sir Ed Davey urges Andy Burnham to move quickly. In talks at the Institute for Government, the two leaders discuss changing Britain’s voting system toward proportional representation to better reflect public support.
Keir Starmer has delivered a final PMQs, defending his record as prime minister while paying tribute to colleagues and supporters. MPs applaud as he says goodbye; Andy Burnham is expected to become the next prime minister on Monday after a turbulent two-year tenure.
Andy Burnham has been installed as prime minister and has promised immediate measures to give households "breathing room" on the cost of living. He has begun selecting a cabinet, signalled support for new North Sea drilling, and faces immediate fiscal and defence funding gaps that his first autumn Budget must fill.
World Cup controversy surrounds Balogun’s suspended ban after a call from Donald Trump to FIFA president Infantino. The ban was suspended for 12 months, allowing Balogun to play in the last-16. European football bodies and critics say the decision undermines the game’s credibility ahead of 2027–31 reform talks.
Prime minister has announced an 850 million VAT cut on household electricity bills from October, funded by scrapping the Digital ID programme. The move is part of a broader plan to ease the cost of living, with ministers pledging to pass savings through to consumers as cabinet reshuffles unfold.
Burnham has vowed to reform England's social care system, promising to spend political capital to address a long-running crisis. He has faced questions on funding as he outlines pledges in his early weeks as prime minister.
The government has signalled a new push on England’s social care system, with talks among Labour, Liberal Democrats and Conservative figures seeking a cross‑party consensus. The plan centers on a national care service, better pay for care workers, and a Casey review upgrade, while promising to fund reforms from existing budgets and avoid immediate tax rises.
The new prime minister has unveiled plans for social care reform, including a National Care Service and funding measures. He is seeking cross‑party support while vowing to avoid NHS collapse and to keep taxes within manifesto commitments. Early steps include targeted reliefs and bus and energy cost measures.
Labour Prime Minister has convened a Downing Street summit with Tory and Lib Dem leaders to press for cross-party reform of England’s social care system. He has accelerated Baroness Casey’s national care review and will launch a public consultation to shape a National Care Service, arguing reform is urgent to protect the NHS and families.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has made social care reform a priority, urging cross‑party collaboration and an independent review to shape a national care service, with faster timelines for reform and funding discussions.
Nigel Farage has triggered a by-election in Clacton after stepping down. Major parties are not fielding candidates amid questions over a £5m gift and possible standards investigations. Count Binface is a notable independent contender as voter turnout and polling shape the race.