Humiliated, Scotland’s independence warriors lick their wounds – POLITICO

Humiliated, Scotland’s independence warriors lick their wounds – POLITICO

Such events — along with an ongoing police investigation that has so far led to the party’s former CEO Peter Murrell, who is also Sturgeon’s husband, being charged with embezzlement — have contributed to a drop in trust in the party, which is also seen as having presided over declining public services during the 17 … Read more

5 great things Britain’s July election ruins – POLITICO

5 great things Britain’s July election ruins – POLITICO

1) The sport This summer sees the return of the European Championships — and the soccer tournament’s crunch fixtures fall right in the middle of the election campaign and on either side of polling day itself. Westminster-residing football fans hoping that pre-tournament favorites England meet success will find themselves sneaking a glance at the side’s … Read more

UK Labour is backing an ‘immediate’ Gaza cease-fire. But the devil’s in the details – POLITICO

UK Labour is backing an ‘immediate’ Gaza cease-fire. But the devil’s in the details – POLITICO

Labour’s amendment also states that “Israel cannot be expected to cease fighting if Hamas continues with violence,” while the SNP motion does not. That language has already been criticized by some left-wing Labour supporters, with the Momentum pressure group saying that “by making its call for a cease-fire so conditional and caveated, the Labour leadership … 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