Politics
Tide turning? Labour 1% behind in one poll as Tories slide and PM’s approval rating falls in separate survey
Over half (52%) think Johnson probably did make his “let the bodies pile high” comment.
‘Criminal investigation:’ Tory staff given one week to hand over communication about flat refurbishment
He says he “personally” paid for the renovations but has refused to say whether he received an initial donation from the Conservative Party to cover the costs.
Watch: Shaun Bailey’s battle bus breaches toxic air rules as he turns back on homeless person
'You won't give a pound to a homeless person.'
‘Everyone in Westminster just there to be in Westminster’: pro-EU party out for Brexiteers’ votes
“People are afraid of having a centralised government in power in Brussels, but they should be afraid of Westminster too. We believe we shouldn’t be ruled by Westminster either."
‘Club for an elite few’: Calls to abolish ‘absurd practice’ of aristocrat elections in House of Lords
“Removing these by-elections would be the first step in a package of reform desperately needed to ensure we have a scrutiny chamber that is fit for purpose, rather than this elitist mockery of democracy."
Kate Hoey says Irish used ‘threat of IRA bombs’ to get its way in Brexit talks
The former Labour MP said Leo Varadkar used violence as “political leverage” to get his way in trade talks with the UK.
Thread on DUP leadership candidate’s views on evolution and other issues is worth a read
Poots on gay civil partnerships: “Basically its unnatural in the first instance, and it’s abominable in the second instance.”
Sian Berry: ‘Sadiq has done the bare minimum – we need to go further’
The Green candidate for mayor tells TLE why Londoners should pick her.
Could you call this? PM’s phone number on internet for 15 years as Tories increase polling lead
The Prime Minister’s use of his mobile phone has been in the spotlight after text message exchanges with entrepreneur Sir James Dyson and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman were leaked.