37 words that sum up a wild 2024 in British politics – POLITICO

37 words that sum up a wild 2024 in British politics – POLITICO

As the dust settles on another wild one, let POLITICO help you reminisce by rattling through, in no particular order, the 37 words on every extremely-online political type’s lips this year. TWO-TIER JUSTICE: A big talking point of comeback kid Nigel Farage and his fans. They argued that the British justice system treated white and … Read more

Westminster’s tips for a perfect Christmas lunch – POLITICO

Westminster’s tips for a perfect Christmas lunch – POLITICO

Kemi Badenoch, Tory leader: Alcohol and butter make everything better. | Sebastein Bozon/Getty Images Steve Reed, environment secretary: I’m barbecuing the turkey this year, so I can’t tell you yet whether that’s a top tip or a total disaster! Other than that — brining the turkey overnight massively improves the flavor. Liz Truss, ex-prime minister: My top … Read more

Ed Davey’s 19 top campaign stunts — and 1 serious moment – POLITICO

Ed Davey’s 19 top campaign stunts — and 1 serious moment – POLITICO

Davey tried to target a different sort of audience by getting a summer makeover from the team on ITV daytime show “This Morning.” The Lib Dem leader strutted down the catwalk with his striped shirt, beige jacket and navy trousers, looking … remarkably similar to usual. Still, Australian actor Jason Donovan called him “sexy” (yes, … Read more

A Japanese pause – POLITICO

A Japanese pause – POLITICO

Sky News’ deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard with their guide to the election day ahead. This is day 34 of the campaign. Jack and Sam discuss how the Labour and Conservative campaigns are taking a brief pause while the emperor of Japan is in town, in Scotland the Daily Record comes … Read more

Rishi Sunak was a broken man on BBC Question Time – POLITICO

Rishi Sunak was a broken man on BBC Question Time – POLITICO

They disrespected him with jeers and boos. Asked about the lack of ethics displayed by his party, he blinked painfully slowly. Probed as to why, even now, he has failed to suspend candidates caught up in the betting scandal, he promised to boot out anyone found to have done wrong — leaving a pause for … Read more

How Rishi Sunak, Keir Starmer, Liz Truss and more do Christmas – POLITICO

How Rishi Sunak, Keir Starmer, Liz Truss and more do Christmas – POLITICO

Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. LONDON — Plots, bills and parties give way Monday to family — and ritual. The little traditions we make for ourselves on Christmas Day pause time and briefly silence the rattle of the outside world. POLITICO London Playbook sent out the call for Westminster’s … Read more