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David Cameron returns: how can a prime minister make someone who isn't an MP foreign secretary? And what happens now?

In a surprise move, Rishi Sunak, the UK’s prime minister, has appointed former prime minister David Cameron as foreign secretary. Cameron, who resigned immediately after losing the 2016 Brexit referendum, has been almost entirely absent from the political scene ever since.

The Conversation

How can David Cameron re-join the Cabinet without being an MP?

Former PM makes surprise return to government as foreign secretary following ousting of Suella Braverman

The Independent UK

David Cameron called Gaza a ‘prison camp’ and criticised Israel

New foreign secretary had also criticised ‘illegal settlements’ while prime minister

The Independent UK

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Yousaf calls on Scottish Labour MPs to back Gaza ceasefire

An SNP amendment calling for an end to hostilities is expected to come to a vote in the House of Commons this week.

The Independent UK

'People are struggling': SNP MP calls out 'bizarre' King's Speech traditions

THE House of Commons door should be kept shut on Black Rod during the State Opening of Parliament, an SNP MP has said, as he teared into the…

The National (Scotland)

Suella Braverman ‘encouraging extremists on all sides’, says Labour

Shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper led the criticism of Ms Braverman during an urgent question in the House of Commons.

The Independent UK

Senior MP told off by Speaker for calling Suella Braverman 'unhinged'

A SENIOR Labour MP was called out by the Speaker of the House of Commons after she referred to the Home Secretary as “unhinged”.

The National (Scotland)

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Recall petition opens in disgraced Wellingborough MP Peter Bone's constituency

If 10 per cent of voters in Wellingborough sign the petition, the seat becomes vacant - and a by-election will be called

Evening Standard

Speaker pleads with MPs: 'Try not to abuse security staff'

THE Speaker of the House of Commons has pleaded with MPs on the state opening of Parliament to “try not” to abuse security staff.

The National (Scotland)

When is the State Opening of Parliament in 2023? Charles III to give first King's Speech

A State Opening of the Parliament of the United Kingdom is scheduled to take place next week with an appearance from King Charles expected

Evening Standard

Give up impropriety, demonstrate impartiality

The functioning of the institution of Speaker over the years in India has left much to be desired

The Hindu

'Profoundly undemocratic': UK parliament objects to anti-monarchy protest

A CAMPAIGN group has accused the Metropolitan Police and Houses of Parliament of “suppressing peaceful protest” after objecting to a planned…

The National (Scotland)

Lib Dem MP hits out at ‘masters of spin’ over distraction tactics

Richard Foord said that what began as political spin has now morphed into a practice bordering on deceit.

The Independent UK

Labour asks watchdog to investigate Sunak over wife’s interest in startup fund

PM’s much-criticised Future Fund, set up during the pandemic, gave £2m to companies co-owned by Akshata Murty

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Who is Peter Bone? Tory MP suspended for six weeks for bullying and sexual misconduct

The 70-year-old has served as the Wellingborough MP since 2005

The Independent UK

New Rutherglen and Hamilton West MP takes his seat in the House of Commons

Michael Shanks, the new MP for Rutherglen and Hamilton West, has taken his seat after former MP Margaret Ferrier was forced to step down.

The Independent UK

Charities urge Sunak not to abandon Renters Reform Bill

The legislation has long been stalled in the House of Commons.

The Hindu

The Money Bill conundrum: Seven-judge Constitution Bench to revisit issue | Explained

With a seven-judge Constitution Bench set to hear on October 12 a batch of petitions challenging the Centre’s use of the money bill route to pass key legislations, we look at how the reference came to be made

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'Contextual factors' behind SNP defeat in Rutherglen by-election, says Yousaf

HUMZA Yousaf has said “contextual factors” including Margaret Ferrier’s “reckless actions” led to the SNP loss in Rutherglen and…

The Independent UK

Key questions around Rutherglen by-election win Starmer hails as ‘seismic’

The Labour leader said the result marked a ‘big step in the right direction’ on his path to Downing Street.

The Independent UK

Starmer paints Labour as ‘party of change’ after Rutherglen victory

The Labour leader celebrated his party’s higher-than-expected swing from the SNP, which experts believe could open the door to Number 10.

The Independent UK

Labour win Rutherglen and Hamilton West byelection

Mr Shanks was declared the new MP for the area after defeating the SNP’s Katy Loudon’s by 17,845 votes to 8,399.

The Independent UK

Key questions around by-election Starmer deems of ‘monumental significance’

Labour and the SNP have been keenly contesting the Rutherglen and Hamilton West seat.

The Conversation

Pierre Poilievre is a career politician: Is that good or bad?

The Conservative Party is currently riding high in the polls with a 15-point lead over the Liberals. Political commentators credit this polling success to the popular appeal of Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre.

The Conversation

Shutdowns are a uniquely American drama − in the UK, it's just not Parliament's cup of tea

When it comes to shutdowns, the U.S. is very much an exception rather than the rule.

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