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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Number of asylum seekers in UK hotels falls to 18-month low

The number of asylum seekers in UK hotels has decreased to its lowest level in 18 months, according to Home Office statistics, amidst government claims of effective asylum system reforms.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Sarwar gambles on break with Starmer as Labour support slumps

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is taking a bold step by urging Kier Starmer to step aside in a bid to restore local faith in the party amid declining support ahead of the Scottish parliament elections.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

By-elections in the UK โ€“ an important test for the Labour Prime Minister

The Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, faces a crucial by-election in Greater Manchester, with polls indicating a tight race against Reform UK and the Green Party candidates.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Labour update on increasing limit for ISA savers

The UK Labour Party has provided updates on potential changes to the Individual Savings Account (ISA) limits, particularly concerning Help to Buy ISAs for home purchases.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Labour must search its conscience if Reform wins Gorton and Denton, says Green leader

The Green party leader asserts a close competition with Reform UK in Gorton and Denton byelection, urging Labour to reflect on its strategies if Reform wins the seat.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Greens against UK Reform: 'It's about Hate or Hope'

The Green Party in the UK is optimistic about a by-election in a historically Labour constituency, leveraging public sentiment following the successes of Nigel Farage.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

2027: Ex-LP presidential aspirant Faduri declares bid on NRM platform

Former Labour Party presidential aspirant Joseph Faduri has announced his intention to run for the presidency in 2027 under the National Rescue Movement, advocating for a youth-led initiative against Nigeria's political elite.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A key election tests Keir Starmer's leadership after the Epstein scandal

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a critical by-election that may impact his leadership amid internal party tensions and fallout from the Epstein scandal.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer urges voters to 'strike a blow against hate' in crunch by-election

Keir Starmer calls on voters to defeat Reform party in an important by-election that could impact Labour's long-held seat in Gorton and Denton.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Nigel Farage ridiculed in Brexit bus stunt as by-election battle intensifies

Nigel Farage faced ridicule in a Labour campaign bus stunt aimed at rallying support ahead of a crucial UK by-election.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

2027: LP, NLC plan grassroots mobilisation, vow to avoid past mistakes

The Labour Party and the Nigeria Labour Congress are organizing grassroots mobilization efforts in preparation for the 2027 general elections.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Media: The Labour Party reverses on lobby register: - A historic day

The Labour Party in Norway has decided to support the proposal for researching a lobby register after years of opposition.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

NRK: The Labour Party changes its mind about the lobby register: โ€“ A historic day

The Labour Party in Norway has agreed to investigate the establishment of a lobby register, marking a significant shift in its previous stance after decades of resistance.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

NRK: The Labour Party changes stance on lobby register

The Labour Party in Norway has decided to explore the establishment of a lobby register after years of opposition from major political parties.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

NRK: The Labour Party reverses on the lobby register - ensures majority in the Storting

The Labour Party in Norway has decided to support a proposal for a lobby register in the Storting, confirming majority support.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

'Energy bills may be coming down - but there is a sting in the tail for many'

Energy bills in the UK are projected to decrease by an average of ยฃ117 annually, but the reduction may not be as beneficial for many families as it seems due to updates in the price cap and seasonal changes in energy usage.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

PM slams Farage in furious PMQs row after Reform chief backs call for MP to 'be shot'

During PMQs, Keir Starmer criticized Nigel Farage for not condemning a council leader's inflammatory comments about MP Natalie Fleet.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

PMQs LIVE: Huge Mandelson update as Keir Starmer faces MPs showdown

Keir Starmer appears at Prime Minister's Questions amid controversy surrounding Lord Mandelson's arrest for alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Gorton and Denton byelection campaign hits final day with new poll saying it is too close to call who will win

As the Gorton and Denton byelection campaign concludes, a new poll indicates a tight race between the Green party, Labour, and Reform UK.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Student loan crisis in England and Wales is a scam on graduates, say angry MPs

Labour MPs in the UK have condemned the student loan system as a scam, urging for changes due to the rising debt burden on graduates.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Gordon Brown: 'Reform will force children back to poverty - parents now have a choice'

Gordon Brown argues that proposed reforms by the Reform UK party could push children back into poverty while highlighting the positive impact of Labour's changes on families in the Gorton and Denton constituencies.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

Peter Mandelson's lawyers lash out at police after 'baseless' claim over arrest

Peter Mandelson was detained by police based on unfounded allegations regarding him attempting to flee the country amid a sensitive investigation.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Dipping for Ap in a new poll

The Labour Party in Norway has seen a significant decline in support according to a recent Norstat poll, dropping to 21.8%.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
World

Ukraine, the British Deputy Defense Minister: โ€œWorld War III? Similarities with the 1930sโ€

The British Deputy Defense Minister draws parallels between the current international tensions and those leading to World War II, emphasizing the unexpected involvement of North Korean soldiers in Europe.

Feb 24 โ€ข 15:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Peter Mandelson arrest: Key differences between peer's 'unusual' arrest and Andrew's

Peter Mandelson, a high-profile Labour figure, was arrested in a process deemed 'very unusual' and distinct from that of Prince Andrew, highlighting procedural differences in high-profile arrests.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Crime & Justice

Blurry-eyed Peter Mandelson returns home at 2am after 9 HOUR Epstein police probe

Labour peer Peter Mandelson was arrested by police over allegations of misconduct in public office related to emails sent to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 24 โ€ข 07:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Mandelson released on bail

Peter Mandelson has been released on bail following his arrest under circumstances that have not yet been disclosed.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Epstein Scandal: Former British Ambassador Mandelson Released on Bail

Former British Ambassador Peter Mandelson has been released on bail after being detained in connection with the Epstein scandal, while investigations continue.

Feb 24 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Lord Mandelson arrest: Police provide update as former Minister released on bail

Former Labour Minister Lord Mandelson has been released on bail following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office related to allegations of passing sensitive information to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 24 โ€ข 03:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Peter Mandelson, former British ambassador to the United States, arrested in another development of the Epstein case

Former British ambassador Peter Mandelson has been arrested in London as part of the ongoing Epstein investigation that has also implicated other high-profile figures.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Epstein, who is Peter Mandelson: prince of darkness and Labour guru betrayed by money

The article discusses Peter Mandelson's influential yet controversial role in the Labour Party, marked by his complex relationship with wealth and power.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Mandelsonโ€™s downfall is one of the fastest ever seen in British public life

Peter Mandelson, once a prominent figure in UK diplomacy, faces a dramatic downfall following his arrest connected to past associations with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 23 โ€ข 20:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Communication is key to the chances of Send reforms succeeding

Bridget Phillipson's focus on special educational needs during her first week as a cabinet minister highlights the urgency and personal connection many MPs have to the issue, suggesting significant reforms may be on the horizon.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Former UK Ambassador to the US P. Mandelson Arrested for Suspected Links to J. Epstein

Former UK diplomat P. Mandelson has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police over allegations of passing confidential information to Jeffrey Epstein during his tenure as a minister.

Feb 23 โ€ข 18:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

UK police arrest Peter Mandelson while investigating the Jeffrey Epstein case

Peter Mandelson was arrested in connection with a misconduct investigation regarding his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Former British Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson arrested for his connection to the Epstein case

Peter Mandelson, the former British ambassador to the U.S., has been arrested in London amid allegations relating to his public office conduct and his connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The British Police arrest former minister Peter Mandelson for his ties to Jeffrey Epstein

British Police have detained former Labour minister Peter Mandelson under suspicion of misconduct in public office related to his alleged provision of sensitive governmental information to the late convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Peter Mandelson, the violent fall of the British 'Prince of Darkness' entangled in the Epstein affair

Peter Mandelson, a prominent figure in the British Labour party, faces legal troubles and has fallen from grace amid the Epstein scandal.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Peter Mandelson arrested

Peter Mandelson has been arrested, causing significant attention in news media.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

British police arrest former Labour minister Peter Mandelson for his connection to the Epstein case

British police have arrested former Labour minister Peter Mandelson in connection with the Epstein case, four days after the arrest of Prince Andrew for similar ties.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Epstein, former minister Peter Mandelson arrested

Former British minister Peter Mandelson has been arrested in connection with his relationships with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Mandelson arrested in Epstein investigation

Former British top diplomat Peter Mandelson has been arrested in London as part of the Epstein investigation.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Peter Mandelson arrested by plain clothes cops who swooped on home

Labour veteran Lord Peter Mandelson has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office by the Metropolitan Police.

Feb 23 โ€ข 17:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Keir Starmer's ethics watchdog to probe minister over targeting of journalists

Keir Starmer has initiated an investigation into a minister accused of overseeing a probe into journalists' backgrounds while managing a Labour-affiliated think tank.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

This Act Was Too Much: Picture of Johannes Klรคbo Had to Be Removed

Norway's sports federation requested the removal of a congratulatory image featuring skier Johannes Klรคbo due to political implications during the Milan-Cortina Olympics.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

AUF leader wants a lobby register

AUF leader Gaute Skjervรธ is calling on the Labour Party to support the establishment of a lobby register in the Storting to strengthen political trust.

Feb 23 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

I'm an MP and SEND parent - I'm hopeful we don't have to fight for our child's basic rights

Labour MP Jen Craft, who is also a parent of a child with special educational needs, expresses hope for positive reforms in the governmentโ€™s special educational needs system, as concerns from parents are often politicized.

Feb 22 โ€ข 22:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Reform would create ICE-style agency and end leave to remain, Zia Yusuf to say

Reform UK proposes the establishment of an agency akin to ICE for deportations, along with the cancellation of indefinite leave to remain for many individuals, sparking controversy and political pushback from the Labour party.

Feb 22 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

The pressure is building on government to reform student loan repayments

The UK government faces increasing pressure to reform student loan repayments amid a Labour rebellion over a three-year freeze on repayment thresholds.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Tories would scrap โ€˜debt trapโ€™ of high interest student loans, says Kemi Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch announced that the Conservative Party plans to eliminate high interest rates on student loans, increasing pressure on Labour to address the issue.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:19 UTC

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