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David Hughes
UK
Appeals for calm as social media stokes tensions after Belfast attack
A Sudanese man who was given leave to remain in the UK until 2028 has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
By
David Hughes
9 Jun 2026
Politics
Hidden camera found in ceiling panel at government offices in London
The security services have been notified of the discovery
By
David Hughes
9 Jun 2026
Politics
Hegseth ‘lacking class’ over D-Day migrant ‘invasion’ comments – Jacqui Smith
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth made comments about Europe’s migration crisis while at a D-Day event.
By
David Hughes
8 Jun 2026
Politics
Starmer calls for return to ceasefire as Iran-Israel clashes push up oil price
The Prime Minister acknowledged the conflict was having an impact on the UK as he appealed for calm.
By
David Hughes
8 Jun 2026
Politics
MPs question whether troubled Ajax armoured vehicle is fit for purpose
The Public Accounts Committee’s chairman said advice to carry out maintenance checks every time Ajax is stopped was an ‘insult to intelligence’.
By
David Hughes
7 Jun 2026
Politics
JD Vance blames ‘invasion’ of migrants for Henry Nowak murder
US vice president JD Vance said the murder of Henry Nowak was ‘as tragic as it is enraging’.
By
David Hughes
5 Jun 2026
Crime
Farage demands ‘pure cold rage’ in response to murder of Henry Nowak
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said there had to be a recognition that ‘white lives matter’ or society would be ‘ripped apart’.
By
David Hughes
2 Jun 2026
Politics
Peter Mandelson files released by the Government after demand from MPs
The documents cover Lord Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the US and his activities in office.
By
David Hughes
1 Jun 2026
Politics
Mandelson file release ‘unprecedented’ display of transparency, minister says
Hundreds of documents relating to Peter Mandelson’s appointment and work as ambassador to the US will be released.
By
David Hughes
1 Jun 2026
Tech
Milburn warns of ‘shameful’ failings trapping young people on benefits
The former health secretary warned the situation led to ‘incalculable costs for their life chances’.
By
David Hughes
26 May 2026
Politics
Farage and Lowe feud over Musk’s support as Makerfield contest looms
The Tesla boss posted a series of messages backing Restore Britain on his social media platform X.
By
David Hughes
24 May 2026
Politics
Trump says he will not rush into deal with Iran as ‘time is on our side’
The US president had previously suggested a deal was close to being finalised.
By
David Hughes
24 May 2026
Politics
Missile attacks on Ukraine demonstrate Putin’s ‘weakness’, Cooper says
Russia launched a wave of missiles and drones overnight into Sunday, with Kyiv the main target.
By
David Hughes
24 May 2026
Politics
Starmer ally warns Labour against ‘fantasy politics’ in battle to replace him
Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones said a debate about the party’s future must not distract from efforts to improve the country.
By
David Hughes
24 May 2026
Politics
Starmer welcomes progress on possible US-Iran deal
The Prime Minister said any agreement must ensure the ‘unconditional and unrestricted’ access to the Strait of Hormuz for shipping.
By
David Hughes
24 May 2026
Politics
Starmer insists he will ‘keep pushing forward’ as he defends record in office
The Prime Minister said his Government was delivering the change voters demanded in the 2024 landslide.
By
David Hughes
23 May 2026
UK
Former Tory chairman Sir Jeremy Hanley dies after short illness
Sir Jeremy passed away at the age of 80, his family said.
By
David Hughes
23 May 2026
Politics
Burnham by-election campaign launch: Labour ‘needs to change’ and ‘be better’
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said ‘a vote for me in this by-election is a vote to change Labour’.
By
David Hughes
22 May 2026
Politics
Burnham launches campaign to revive ‘tired’ politics in ‘change’ by-election
Andy Burnham hopes to return to Westminster by winning the Makerfield by-election.
By
David Hughes
22 May 2026
Business News
Cheaper food and free bus rides for children in Reeves’ cost-of-living plan
Rachel Reeves said: ‘My number one priority is protecting households from rising costs.’
By
David Hughes
21 May 2026
Politics
Cooper leads ‘international mission’ to tackle violence against women and girls
Yvette Cooper said ‘women deserve to live free from fear’ and ‘there can be no peace, security, or prosperity for any of us until they do’.
By
David Hughes
20 May 2026
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