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Sadiq Khan advocates for Labour to reconsider rejoining the EU customs union and single market during the current parliamentary session, signaling a potential shift in party stance on Brexit negotiations.

Despite the defeat of the assisted dying bill in Scotland, campaigners remain hopeful for legislative progress in England.

MP Lee Anderson faces scrutiny for recording paid Cameo videos in his parliamentary office, potentially breaching rules against commercial activities in Westminster.

Louise Shackleton expresses her dismay over the Scottish Parliament's rejection of an assisted dying bill, reflecting on her personal experience with her late husband's death at Dignitas.

HMRC has announced new tax rules for the state pension which will ensure that pensioners relying solely on their pension income do not incur small tax liabilities.

Scottish Parliament votes against assisted dying legislation for terminally ill patients, marking the third defeat in two decades.

The Scottish parliament has voted against a bill to legalise assisted dying, with critics influencing the decision through a concerted campaign.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered an optimistic speech to the UK Parliament, promoting the capabilities of Ukrainian drone technology.

The Norwegian parliament has voted to establish an independent commission to investigate connections between the foreign office and Jeffrey Epstein.

Members of the Scottish Parliament rejected the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill in a vote held at Holyrood.

Keir Starmer refutes allegations of misleading Parliament regarding Peter Mandelson's vetting process for the US ambassadorship amid newly released files raising concerns about the appointment.

The UK Parliament has passed a law ending the hereditary peerage system in the House of Lords, which had been in place for almost a thousand years.

The Scottish parliament is set to vote on a bill that would legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults in Scotland.

Vulnerable women in England continue to be arrested for suspected illegal abortions, despite Parliament's support for decriminalizing such actions, highlighting inconsistencies in law enforcement and pending legislation.

Members of Parliament are urging the UK government to nullify convictions linked to the faulty Post Office Capture software and address the associated miscarriages of justice.

Hannah Spencer, the newly elected Green MP for Gorton and Denton, emphasizes the need for tolerance and inclusivity in her inaugural speech to the Commons.

Jess Phillips commemorated the names of 110 women who were killed by men in the past year during a solemn moment in Parliament, emphasizing the ongoing need to address violence against women.

Keir Starmer faces potential allegations of misleading Parliament regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment, contingent on the consistency of his statements with newly released government documents.

A study reveals that one in five female homicides in the UK last year involved sons as suspects, with a record number of matricides being acknowledged in an event at Parliament.

The UK Parliament has decided to end the hereditary rights of aristocrats to hold seats in the House of Lords, marking a significant shift in British political tradition.

The UK Parliament has approved a bill that ends the hereditary rights of several dozen Dukes, Earls, and Viscounts to inherit seats in the House of Lords, a move aimed at modernizing governance and promoting democratic principles.

Minister Jess Phillips reflects on the societal implications of reading the names of women killed by men during a parliamentary ceremony.

China's National People’s Congress is set to vote on legislation that will reduce the status of minority ethnic languages in education, among other laws.

The British House of Lords will no longer include seats inherited by dukes, earls, and marquises as a new agreement was reached to eliminate this longstanding system.

Identifying a surge in racism within Australia's federal parliament, senators Payman, Thorpe, and Faruqi are urging Labor to implement changes to counter these behaviors and improve the parliamentary environment.

The House of Lords in the UK has passed a law that bans hereditary peers from the second chamber of Parliament, ending a centuries-old tradition.

A Hollywood actor urges the UK government to take more robust action against crime in London after intervening in a mugging and receiving parliamentary praise.

Labour MP Charlotte Nichols disclosed that it took over three years for her rape case to reach court, raising concerns about the government's proposed changes to jury trials.

Rachel Reeves will address the UK Parliament regarding the economic implications of the Middle East crisis following talks with G7 allies.

The Alba party in Scotland has decided to wind up and will not contest the upcoming 2026 Scottish parliament election due to financial difficulties and declining membership.

Joani Reid, a British Member of Parliament, has been suspended from the Labour Party following her husband's arrest over alleged espionage for China.

The UK Parliament is considering a proposal to redact the names of 2,000 parliamentary staff from its official register, raising transparency concerns regarding lobbying activities.

The UK Parliament's foreign affairs committee criticizes Keir Starmer's efforts to reset the relationship with the EU, highlighting a lack of strategic direction and clear goals.

The UK Parliament is set to debate a proposal requiring investigations into suicides linked to domestic abuse as potential homicides.

Rachel Reeves is set to present her Spring Statement, emphasizing the effectiveness of her economic plan for working people amidst recent political challenges.

Rachel Reeves is set to deliver her second Spring Statement amid political and economic turmoil stemming from events in Iran.

The Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority announced a planned rise in MPs' basic salary to £110,000, citing increased workload and rising abuse against MPs.

Pauline Hanson is facing scrutiny over her use of taxpayer-funded travel for political fundraising events for One Nation, which may violate parliamentary rules.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is proposing stricter regulations on political lobbyists in Parliament House to enhance transparency regarding those with access to private areas.

UK Members of Parliament will receive a £5,000 salary increase, bringing their annual pay to nearly £100,000 for the 2026-27 fiscal year.

A man has been charged with criminal damage after graffiti was sprayed on the Winston Churchill statue in Parliament Square, London, with messages regarding Zionism and Palestine.

A man has been charged for defacing the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square with graffiti that included the phrase 'Zionist war criminal'.

Hannah Spencer of the Green Party has won a significant political victory in Manchester, ending decades of Labour dominance in the area.

The leader of Plaid Cymru emphasized that the upcoming Welsh parliament elections pose a clear choice between cultural advancement and ignorance, as his party prepares to challenge Reform UK.

A man has been arrested for defacing the Winston Churchill statue in Parliament Square with graffiti that includes phrases accusing the former Prime Minister of being a "Zionist war criminal" and calling for the end of genocide in Palestine.

The Churchill statue in Parliament Square was defaced with graffiti reading 'Zionist war criminal.'

The statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, London, was vandalised with pro-Palestinian slogans overnight.

The Greens achieved a significant victory in a by-election for the UK Parliament, marking a setback for Labour leader Keir Starmer.

The Green Party has made history by winning the Gorton and Denton by-election, securing its fifth MP in parliament.

The assisted dying bill in England and Wales is expected to fail due to a lack of parliamentary time, with the government not allowing further debate before the deadline.