Summary: Former SNP MP Margaret Ferrier ousted after breaking Covid laws and exposing the public to risk. Nearly 12,000 voters signed a recall petition leading to her expulsion from the SNP. Scottish Labour views the by-election as an excellent opportunity to gain a seat. The SNP faced further issues with a Police Scotland probe into party finances and high-profile arrests. The by-election date will be set when Parliament resumes in September. A disgraced former MP who was co...

Summary: Nicola Sturgeon , the Scottish First Minister, is set to write a personal memoir with the intention of revealing insights about her life and political career. Expectations for political memoir s include the incorporation of humor and displays of politicians' essential humanity , as seen in the humor ous diaries of Alan Clark. Dorothy looks forward to reading Sturgeon's memoir and suggests potential titles while expressing curiosity about the decline in health and education during Sturgeon's tenure. The article highlights the need for Nicola Sturgeon 's memoir to exhibit honesty and self-critique to reso...

Should EU nationals be able to vote in Britain? | Nigel Farage clashes with Sir Vince Cable And joined by Sir Vince Cable, former leader of that party. Vince, for decades your party has argued for proportionality in our voting system, and it's something that I agree with entirely. Where do you stand on the idea that 16-year-olds should be able to vote? Yeah, of course they should vote. Really? I'm not strongly in favour of it. We've argued it for many years, got nothing to do with tactical calculations about how many of them would vote for us. I think what we discovered in Scotland, actually, that their voting patterns weren't greatly different from older people. But the reason why it's right, I mean, it's not merely that, you know, we want young people to be politically engaged, but that when we're becoming older as a society, there's a much heavier we...

Farage vs NatWest: 'Banks don't have the right to judge customers' opinions!' argues David Mellor Summary: Former cabinet minister David Mellor criticizes NatWest's actions and emphasizes banks' role in providing financial services, not judging customers' opinions. The controversy escalated when NatWest allegedly lied about the reasons for closing Nigel Farage's account, igniting public demands for accountability. Calls for Dame Alison Rose's questioning by MPs gain momentum as the public seeks transparency and consequences for the bank's actions. The scandal highlights the broader issue of banks' involv...

Summary: The BBC faces questions about its handling of the scandal and the complaints process. Concerns raised about why the accused presenter remained on air despite serious allegations. Updates on the progress of the investigation and cooperation from external entities may be provided. The BBC's duty of care as an employer and its responsibility towards staff will be discussed. A potential review of the BBC's funding model, including advertising options, may be explored. ...

Summary: The Supreme Court of India is currently considering legalizing gay marriage , a move that could have a transformative impact on LGBTQ rights in the country. Despite progress in LGBTQ rights , many gay individuals in India still face discrimination , especially in rural areas. The potential legalization of gay marriage is met with hope by those seeking greater acceptance and inclusion within society. However, opposition from religious and conservative groups, as well as the government's stance, present significant challenges to the legalization process. The clash between personal laws and traditional attitudes ...

Summary: Chancellor Rishi Sunak pledges to progress towards net zero emissions without adding to household bills amidst high inflation rates. The government boasts a commendable track record in environmental efforts compared to other countries, reassuring citizens about their commitment to balancing sustainability and affordability. Sunak confirms the government's progress in delivering a million new homes, with a focus on ensuring homeownership opportunities for all in the right way. The practical approach includes encouraging home expansions in suitable locations, investing in brownfield sites, and supporting the planning syst...

Summary: Former Boris Johnson aide, Charlotte, Baroness O and Vaudley Edge, becomes the youngest member of the House of Lords. Baroness O and Vaudley Edge swears allegiance to King Charles and his successors in a historic ceremony. Her appointment highlights the significance of young voices in governance and policy-making. Baroness O and Vaudley Edge's expertise and dedication are expected to contribute significantly to the legislative process. Charlotte, Baroness O and Va...

China's Xi Jinping tightens grip with unprecedented third term In one of China's grandest locations, it's staged one of its grandest shows. Nearly 3,000 delegates from across the country gathered here for China's version of the opening of parliament. Access in here is rare, controlled as it is closely guarded. In perfect unison, they welcomed their leader. Xi Jinping didn't take the lectern himself, but in a way, this weekend was all about him. His Cabinet of Allies confirmed his third term as President ratified. But listen closely to his outgoing second in command, just a hint that it's not all been plain sailing. The economy maintained stability in overcoming difficulties, and the main development tasks of the year were basically completed in a complex environment with many changes. The Chinese economy has shown strong resilience. In theory, they vote on le...

Summary: The Conservative People's Party won 136 seats in the election but fell short of an absolute majority. Pedro Sánchez has the opportunity to form a coalition with his current allies and smaller parties to stay in power. The potential involvement of far-right ministers and the Carlos Puch-Demond extradition case complicate the political landscape. The Conservative People's Party secured a victory in the recent Spanish election with 136 seats, but they fell short o...

Summary: Chancellor Rishi Sunak orders a review of low-traffic neighbourhoods following criticism from Conservative MPs. The review aims to reassess the impact of LTNs on traffic flow , air quality , road safety , and local businesses . Debates over the benefits and drawbacks of low-traffic neighbourhoods have sparked discussions about urban planning and transportation policies . The government seeks to strike a balance between environmental concerns and residents' mobility needs in implementing traffic management measures. Stakeholders, including environmentalists, local businesses , and transport advocates, are eager...

Georgian government drops 'Russian law' after days of protests In many ways they're seen as just kind of looking at how to look after themselves to maintain their grip on power And these kinds of tools they're borrowing from the Kremlin playbook because it's effective at quelling dissent So they're you could argue that they're they're not exactly pro-russian They're just behaving in a way that will in an authoritarian way that will enable them to hold Sure. Well last night was actually the second night of Mastery protests that we've been seeing here in Tbilisi And before that even people were coming out in crowds to protest against this legislation That the government's been trying to push through and again last night we had police in riot gear using water cannon and tear gas and pepper spray to Dispel to get rid of the protesters who were o...

Israel: Thousands protest against court system overhaul For the ninth weekend in a row, Israelis have taken to the streets in all major cities to protest against the Netanyahu government. This was outside the President's House in Jerusalem. They're trying to prevent radical judicial reforms which would allow the Parliament to overrule the Supreme Court with a simple majority of one. I want a free speech, I want a free country, I want the same right for every person, every religion, every nationality, like you have it in a democracy. We can't stay home, we have to go and fight, because we are in the last moment. We're saving the Israelis, there was a radical system and we are really, really, really worried. The protests have been growing every week and becoming more frequent. In Tel Aviv, more than 160,000 took to the streets. What is very obvious when you're at t...

Summary: Senior Conservative MP Jacob Rees-Mogg calls for NatWest CEO Alison Rose to either deny the allegations against her or resign. BBC issued an apology to Nigel Farage, implicating Rose in the matter, leading to calls for her accountability. Rees-Mogg distinguishes between privacy for public figures and privacy for individuals with specific commercial relationships, emphasizing the need to protect the latter. Calls for a thorough investigation into the alleged privacy breach to determine Rose's suitability to lead NatWest. ...

Summary: New data analysis by Sky News reveals that renters are more vulnerable to interest rate rises than mortgage holders in the UK. Renters now represent the largest home occupancy group at 37 per cent, while mortgage holders account for only 30 per cent. The cost of buying homes has made renting more attractive, leading to a significant increase in the number of renters. Renters spend about 33 per cent of their income on housing costs, making them more susceptible to increasing expenses compared to homeowners. Legislation and protection for renters have not kept pace with the shift in home occupancy, leaving renters exposed to...

Conservatives lose Selby and Ainsty to Labour in Record-Breaking Win Summary: Labour secures a historic win in the Selby and Ainsty by-election, defeating the Conservatives. The new MP, the youngest in the Commons, faces challenges in relating to younger voters' issues and tackling the cost of living crisis. Residents hope the fresh representation will bring solutions to economic challenges and resource deficiencies. Labour marks a historic victory in Selby and Ainsty, Yorks...

Migrant crossings: 'Can you stop the small boats?' Are you going to be able to stop the small boats? Well, that's our objective. We couldn't have been clearer in putting it as one of the five central promises of this government to stop the boats, secure our borders and bring fairness back to our asylum system. We're going to do everything in our power to achieve that, and ultimately, it will be for the public to decide at the next general election whether we've succeeded or not. But be in no doubt that the Prime Minister of the Home Section and I will do everything we can to achieve that goal. I'm just interested in listening to some of the language you're using there. It's your objective. You're going to do everything you can to achieve it, not saying, yeah, we are going to stop the small boats. We are going to stop the small boats, and we wi...

Summary: The Killers faced criticism for inviting a Russian fan on stage during their concert in Georgia, given the historical tensions between the two countries. Georgia has a history of anti-Russian sentiment due to past conflicts and the ongoing occupation of its territory by Russian military forces. The influx of Russian refugees into Georgia has both economic benefits and social resentments, as many are avoiding conscription rather than protesting against Russian actions. Georgia's government is accused of moving closer to Moscow despite claims of a Western orientation, raising concerns about its alignment with Russia and ...