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UK politics
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1 day ago

My advice to Hannah Spencer? Before calling out MPs' boozing, try to understand the reasons behind it | Gaby Hinsliff

Parliament's drinking culture presents challenges for new MPs, highlighting a need for change in work-life balance and professional conduct.
#sweden
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 day ago

Parliamentary leaders in crisis meeting after Sweden Democrat coup

Sweden's parliament leaders are meeting to address the collapse of the pairing-off system after the Sweden Democrats violated the agreement.
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 day ago

'I feel scammed': Foreigners in Sweden react to controversial citizenship vote

Swedish parliament passed a citizenship bill without transitional rules for current applicants, causing disappointment among foreign residents.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
4 days ago

'We trusted you, Sweden': Foreigners' pleas to MPs ahead of citizenship vote

Swedish parliament will vote on tighter citizenship rules, with readers urging for transitional rules for current applicants.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 day ago

Parliamentary leaders in crisis meeting after Sweden Democrat coup

Sweden's parliament leaders are meeting to address the collapse of the pairing-off system after the Sweden Democrats violated the agreement.
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 day ago

'I feel scammed': Foreigners in Sweden react to controversial citizenship vote

Swedish parliament passed a citizenship bill without transitional rules for current applicants, causing disappointment among foreign residents.
Europe politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
4 days ago

'We trusted you, Sweden': Foreigners' pleas to MPs ahead of citizenship vote

Swedish parliament will vote on tighter citizenship rules, with readers urging for transitional rules for current applicants.
#assisted-dying
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on assisted dying reform: now try a citizens' assembly | Editorial

The prorogation of parliament ends the terminally ill adults bill, preventing its progress and frustrating campaigners for assisted dying.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Assisted dying bill will not become law after it falls in the House of Lords

Assisted dying legislation failed in England and Wales due to procedural issues, not on its merits, after running out of time in parliament.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Assisted dying bill will not become law, say both sides

The Assisted Dying Bill is unlikely to pass in the current session of Parliament due to insufficient time and extensive amendments.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

MPs to debate assisted dying bill following changes UK politics live

The assisted dying bill will be debated today, impacting the potential future of legislation allowing terminally ill adults to seek assisted dying.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Nigel Farage referred to standards watchdog over undisclosed 5m gift

Nigel Farage referred to standards watchdog for not declaring a £5m gift from donor Christopher Harborne before becoming an MP.
#uk-politics
fromwww.bbc.com
10 months ago
UK politics

Labour MP failed to declare relationship with union boss

Labour MP Mary Foy self-referred to standards after lobbying for a union related to her partner, breaching declaration rules.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 months ago
UK news

Groans as Lee Anderson suggests Corbyn should be deported with Channel migrants

Lee Anderson's controversial suggestion to deport Jeremy Corbyn alongside migrants has drawn criticism in the UK Parliament.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

PM defends record as Badenoch says he squandered election win

Sir Keir Starmer defended his government record amid accusations of political mismanagement and a focus on self-preservation.
#labour-party
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Labour figures criticise calls for inquiry into PM's Mandelson claims

Senior Labour figures oppose a new inquiry into the Prime Minister's honesty regarding Lord Mandelson's vetting process for ambassador to the US.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Starmer sees off inquiry call - but he doesn't escape unscathed

Sir Keir Starmer won a parliamentary vote, but significant political capital was spent to ensure MP loyalty amid concerns over internal dissent.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Labour figures criticise calls for inquiry into PM's Mandelson claims

Senior Labour figures oppose a new inquiry into the Prime Minister's honesty regarding Lord Mandelson's vetting process for ambassador to the US.
#politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The Guardian view on Starmer and Mandelson: questions that won't go away | Editorial

Misleading parliament over appointments can lead to serious inquiries and reflects disillusionment with leadership.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

My assisted dying bill has a democratic mandate the Lords who blocked it today do not | Kim Leadbeater

A minority of unelected peers blocked the terminally ill adults bill, defying the will of elected MPs and the majority of constituents.
#peter-mandelson
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Robbins says officials considered withholding Mandelson vetting files from parliament

Government officials debated withholding Peter Mandelson's vetting documents from parliament, raising concerns about national security implications.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Officials debate withholding Mandelson vetting documents from parliament

Senior officials are debating whether to withhold documents revealing Peter Mandelson's failed security vetting before his appointment as US ambassador.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Ex-parliamentary employee arrested under anti-hacking law

We are aware of the arrest of an individual under the Computer Misuse Act 1990, but as this is a live police investigation we are unable to comment further.
EU data protection
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Sacked civil servant to speak out in Mandelson vetting row

Sir Olly Robbins defends his decision not to disclose Lord Mandelson's vetting failure in Parliament after being sacked from the Foreign Office.
#keir-starmer
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Starmer should face Commons inquiry over Mandelson vetting, says Ed Davey

Keir Starmer is under investigation for potentially misleading parliament regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Starmer should face Commons inquiry over Mandelson vetting, says Ed Davey

Keir Starmer is under investigation for potentially misleading parliament regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

UK's Starmer under fire over report Mandelson failed security vetting

Keir Starmer faces pressure over Peter Mandelson's security vetting issues and accusations of misleading Parliament.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Foreign secretary concerned ministers not told of Mandelson vetting fears sooner

Concerns arise over the vetting process for Lord Mandelson's US ambassador appointment, leading to calls for Prime Minister Starmer's resignation.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

India news: Modi slams Congress over women's quota vote

India's parliament failed to pass a women's quota bill, with Prime Minister Modi blaming opposition parties for the defeat.
UK politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

India news: Amendment to women's quota law fails vote

The proposal to expand India's parliament for increased women representation failed due to insufficient votes, linked to a contentious delimitation bill.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

India fails to pass bill to boost women's representation after delimitation row

The failure followed a fierce debate, with the government accused of an attack on democracy after it tethered a bill reserving one-third of parliamentary seats for women to a wider, controversial exercise of delimitation.
Women
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Badenoch accuses PM of misleading MPs over Mandelson vetting

Kemi Badenoch accuses the Prime Minister of misleading Parliament regarding Lord Mandelson's security vetting for the US ambassador role.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Grenfell memorial government funding approved

The physical memorial that must be laid there on the Lancaster West is for the families, is for those who survived. If you ever doubt the necessity of it, I would ask you to think to my colleague and to the family of that young man, the desperate situation they found themselves in, and the courage with which they have lifted themselves since.
London
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

King's Speech to take place days after key May elections

King Charles III will deliver the King's Speech on 13 May to announce the government's legislative agenda following local elections.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Hillsborough Law to be further delayed

The Hillsborough Law will be delayed further, with hopes for passage in the autumn after being carried over to the next parliamentary session.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Generational smoking ban for UK edges closer to reality

Parliament approved the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to create a smoke-free generation by preventing anyone born after January 1, 2009 from legally purchasing tobacco or vaping products.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

India news: FM Jaishankar briefs parliament on Iran war

India's win over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup sparked major celebrations last night, as India became the first to lift the trophy three times.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

New Iraqi parliament holds first session, elects speaker

Haybat al-Halbousi, from the Taqaddum (Progress) Party, has been elected as speaker of the new parliament. Iraq's newly elected parliament has chosen Haybat al-Halbousi as its speaker, a significant step in the formation of the new government after months of political turmoil. Iraqi media reported on Monday, citing parliament's media office, that al-Halbousi, from the Taqaddum (Progress) Party, had received 208 votes, in a clear victory over two rival contenders with 66 and nine votes, respectively.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
4 months ago

Ukrainian Anti-Corruption Investigators Say They're Probing Vote-Buying Scheme By Lawmakers

Ukraine's leading anti-corruption agencies said they were investigating alleged vote-buying by members of parliament, and that security services were hindering efforts to conduct searches. The probe, announced December 27, was the latest in a series of investigations by the two agencies -- the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office and the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine -- that have roiled politics inside Ukraine.
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UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Employment Rights Bill clears last parliamentary hurdle

The Employment Rights Bill has cleared its final parliamentary hurdle and will become law, expanding sick pay, paternity leave, and workplace protections across Great Britain.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
8 months ago

Disabled MP's taxi use investigated by watchdog

Labour MP Kate Osborne under investigation for alleged breaches of Parliament's expenses guidelines, notably regarding travel and subsistence costs.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

NSW faces constitutional showdown as parliament's push to expel convicted rapist Gareth Ward delayed by supreme court

New South Wales faces a potential constitutional crisis over the expulsion of convicted rapist MP Gareth Ward.
#cybersecurity
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago

Reeves inadvertently breached rules on declaring freebies, watchdog finds

Rachel Reeves inadvertently breached parliament's rules by failing to declare gifts on time, the standards watchdog has found. She blamed an oversight for her initial failure to declare the gifts, which included tickets to an adaptation of the classic children's novel Ballet Shoes at the National Theatre over Christmas.
UK news
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
9 months ago

4 men charged after allegedly forcing their way into Toronto MP's constituency office: police | CBC News

Four men face mischief charges for allegedly entering a Toronto MP's office during a demonstration.
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Trump shrugs off Farage's call for parliament to be recalled so he can address MPs during state visit UK politics live

Trump indicated that he is not concerned about not addressing the UK Parliament during his upcoming state visit, suggesting he prefers MPs enjoy their recess.
US politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

MP takes break from Parliament due to illness

Michael Payne stated, "I care deeply about representing our community and being present for important debates and decisions in Westminster. Being unable to participate fully in this work is not something I take lightly, and it's difficult to be away at a time when so much is happening nationally."
UK news
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
10 months ago

Government makes big concessions to win welfare vote

The government secured a vote on its benefits bill after significant concessions to Labour rebels.
#welfare-reform
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Who are the key Labour rebels in the revolt against Starmer's welfare bill?

Hillier's role as the head of the Treasury select committee shifted from impartiality to becoming a pivotal figure in the recent parliamentary rebellion, showcasing her growing influence.
UK politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Unless you see it, you can't believe how bad it is': the peer demanding a minister for porn

The taboo surrounding discussions on extreme pornography hampers political responses to online child abuse.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 years ago

Tunisia: Prime minister-designate announces government formation

"I have depended [in forming the cabinet] on elements of competence and independence from political parties," said Habib Jemli after unveiling his cabinet proposal.
World news
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

He just told me lies to have sex with a teenage girl': Natalie Fleet MP on grooming, statutory rape and fighting back

Natalie Fleet advocates for open discussions on rape to shift the shame away from victims and encourage reporting.
fromwww.bbc.com
10 months ago

Cats ruled out as Parliamentary pest controllers

On advice given previously to the House of Commons, the decision was made not to bring a cat on the estate on the following grounds. The estate had too much construction activity on site to provide a safe living environment for a free-roaming cat.
UK politics
London food
fromianVisits
10 months ago

Parliament's Victoria Tower about to start a 6-year restoration project

Victoria Tower will undergo a six-year restoration starting in September due to safety concerns.
fromeuronews
10 months ago

New Zealand Parliament suspends lawmakers who performed Maori haka

Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke received a seven-day ban and the leaders of her political party, Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi, were barred for 21 days.
UK politics
#new-zealand
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Norway MPs reject call to stop wealth fund investing in occupied Palestinian territories

Norway's politicians voted to continue investing in the Palestinian territories despite protests for divestment from companies linked to Israel's occupation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

Ministers consider tweaks to soften welfare cuts before key vote

The proposed welfare cuts were initially met with backlash from Labour MPs, prompting ministers to consider adjustments to avoid significant opposition during parliament's upcoming vote.
UK politics
Canada news
fromThe Washington Post
11 months ago

In Canada, King Charles says 'the true north is indeed strong and free'

King Charles III's speech emphasized Canada's sovereignty and unity in response to external threats, affirming its identity and traditions.
#canada
Canada news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 year ago

Canada Election Results: Mark Carney's Party Falls Short of Majority

Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party secured a minority win, needing alliances for governing amidst political challenges.
#brexit
fromeuronews
11 months ago

Video. Supporters rally with haka as Maori MPs face sanctions

The haka, a powerful Māori dance of challenge, is widely respected across New Zealand, often performed at sports events, graduations and funerals.
MMA
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

My advice to the new Green party leader? It's time to expose the climate deniers | Carla Denyer

The author will focus on serving as an MP for Bristol Central and ensuring impactful changes instead of running for leadership again.
Scala
fromMedium
11 months ago

What are they talking in Sansad using Jansansad? Tech Blog

Jansansad analyzes parliamentary debates in India using Scala, offering insights into national priorities and democratic discourse.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

Tory MP claims 1,100 for purchase of freely available Who's Who books

A Tory MP claimed over £1,100 for Who's Who books despite them being available for free in Parliament.
MP expenses policies allow for claims on certain materials, but the discretion leads to controversial filings.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
11 months ago

Labour MP Tahir Ali faces expenses probe

Labour MP Tahir Ali is under investigation for potential breaches of expenses rules set by the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (Ipsa).
fromwww.cbc.ca
11 months ago

Prime Minister Mark Carney holding 1st news conference following election victory | CBC

Prime Minister Mark Carney's upcoming press conference marks a significant moment as he addresses the nation for the first time after securing a minority government.
Canada news
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 year ago

Your Canadian election questions answered, and what comes next | CBC News

The recent federal election resulted in a Liberal minority government requiring support from other parties to legislate.
UK politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 year ago

Petition launched for political representation for Brits in Europe

UK petition demands overseas MPs for Brits abroad to enhance representation.
Proposal draws inspiration from similar systems used in France and Italy.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 year ago

A Crisis at a British Steel Mill Has Cast a Shadow Over U.K.-China Relations

Britain's attempts to improve relations with China are complicated by recent actions regarding a Chinese-owned steel mill, raising questions on foreign investment.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 year ago

Stop Brexit Man' cleared of flouting ban on playing music outside parliament

Activist Stop Brexit Man cleared of breaching police ban while playing music to protest outside Parliament.
#protest-rights
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