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There have been string of defections and defeats for Sir Keir Starmer’s party in the capital as support for Labour slumps in London

Reform UK councillor suspensions include the chair and vice-chair of the Kent and Medway Fire Authority which has left it in ‘disarray’.

The budget could involve a range of rises – here’s how they would stack up for different levels of income

The new intake of Labour parliamentarians are among those said to be discussing the mechanics of a future coup, according to reports.

The Prime Minister should face further scrutiny over donations he received from David Kogan, who will chair the new football watchdog, they said.

Neil Duncan-Jordan, Chris Hinchliff, Brian Leishman and Rachael Maskell are last of series of penalised backbenchers to return to the party

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Starmer’s government has been busy emulating the ‘chaos and confusion’ that characterised the final days of the last Conservative administration, ahead of a Budget that will be profoundly depressing. If Labour is hoping to revive its fortunes, it will need to get a grip

Exclusive: Darren Jones says Labour has to convince young people it is ‘modern party of the future’

Kemi Badenoch has been accused by the Australian financier Lex Greensill of restructuring an inquiry into his activities, according to reports.