Phillips: Birmingham Must Be in Grooming Inquiry
MP Jess Phillips urges inclusion of Birmingham in the national grooming gangs inquiry, citing hidden cases of child exploitation and systemic failures in the city.
Category : Political Analysis
Mandelson Scandal Deepens: Political Crisis Unfolds
The Peter Mandelson scandal has become the defining political crisis, costing top officials their jobs. The Opposition demands transparency as key documents remain missing.
Charles Dickens Death Anniversary and Quiz Answers June 8
On this day in 1870, Charles Dickens died. Plus answers to quiz questions about Sherlock Holmes, Louis Armstrong, rugby, and more.
Paedophile Children's Home Boss, 93, Walks Free
A 93-year-old former children's home boss from the West Midlands avoids jail for historic sex offences, sparking outrage among victims and campaigners.
Labour MPs Push for State Pension Triple Lock Change
A growing number of Labour MPs are privately discussing phasing out the state pension triple lock, citing high costs and inefficiency in tackling pensioner poverty.
Tim Berners-Lee Born, King of Libya, Quiz Answers June 7
On June 7, we remember Tim Berners-Lee's birth, the only King of Libya, and test your knowledge with trivia on TV, music, history, and more.
Drones Deployed in UK's Largest Counter-Terror Exercise
Up to 1,000 people took part in Exercise Firebird in Canary Wharf, testing emergency services response to terror attacks with drones and realistic scenarios.
David Sullivan Steps Down as West Ham Chairman Over Allegations
David Sullivan has resigned as West Ham chairman to fight 'false allegations' about his private life, unrelated to the club. The 77-year-old steps down after 16 years.
Streeting: Starmer Has No Plan and Doesn't Understand UK
Wes Streeting criticizes PM Keir Starmer for lacking a plan and understanding of the country, as Labour faces an existential crisis and a potential leadership challenge.
How Storms Get Their Names: Met Office Process Explained
Discover how storms like Storm Dave and Eddie are named. The Met Office explains the careful process behind naming storms to improve safety and communication.
Ex-Reform UK Deputy Leader Called Assistants 'Waste'
Former Warwickshire Reform UK deputy leader Stephen Shaw privately branded taxpayer-funded political assistants 'a waste of money' months after his party introduced them.
On This Day: Birth of Keynes and Quiz Answers
John Maynard Keynes was born on this day in 1883. Also, find answers to today's quiz questions covering history, culture, and more.
Bondi Beach hero Ahmed al-Ahmed faces assault charges
Ahmed al-Ahmed, praised for disarming a gunman in the Bondi Beach attack, now faces assault charges including an alleged headlock on his father.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Spotted With Huge Bruise on Face
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Duke of York, was seen with a large red mark on his cheek while driving near his Sandringham home. The cause is unknown.
Public Vote on Wildlife for New UK Banknotes
The Bank of England launches a public vote to choose native animals for future banknotes, with species like hedgehogs, puffins, and kingfishers on the shortlist. Voting ends July 3, 2026.
Ex-Police Superintendent Charged in £720k Fraud
A former West Midlands Police superintendent and another person have been charged over a £720,000 investment fraud. They are due in court in July.
Graduates 'Cash Cows' for Pensioner Lifestyles
MPs heard that debt-ridden graduates are treated as 'cash cows' to fund older people's lifestyles, with experts criticizing the student loan system as an intergenerational crisis.
Midlands worst hit by 'postcode lottery' in court delays
New data reveals a 'postcode lottery' in court justice, with the Midlands among the worst affected regions. Crown court backlogs in the West Midlands rose 88% since 2016.
Man Arrested in Plymouth Counter-Terror Raid Over Right-Wing Activity
A 45-year-old man from Torpoint was arrested in Plymouth on suspicion of possessing terrorist-related items. Counter-terror police confirm no wider threat.
Man who stabbed student and lied about racism jailed for life
Vickrum Digwa, 23, was jailed for life for murdering student Henry Nowak with a Sikh kirpan knife. He falsely claimed racial attack, leading police to handcuff the dying victim.
Dispatch Founder Reflects on Milestones as Murder Charge Hits Patriot Group Member
Kate takes the helm at The Dispatch, celebrating awards and subscriber growth, while a founding member of Raise the Colours faces murder charges over a Lichfield bar assault.
Clint Eastwood Born 1930 and Quiz Answers May 30
Clint Eastwood was born on this day in 1930. Plus, get answers to today's quiz on books, authors, and general knowledge.
Birmingham Criminals Jailed in May 2026: Deadly Uber Eats Driver
A roundup of Birmingham criminals jailed in May 2026, including an Uber Eats driver who killed a pedestrian and a man who beat his carer to death with a brick.
Jess Phillips Reveals All on Resignation and Council Politics
In her most revealing interview since resigning from government, Birmingham Yardley MP Jess Phillips discusses her liberation, backing Wes Streeting, and the state of Birmingham.
Joan of Arc Burned at Stake: History and Quiz
On this day in 1431, Joan of Arc was executed. Also featuring a general knowledge quiz with questions on business, geometry, monarchy, and more.
Raise the Colours Founder Charged with Murder of Pub Boss
The founder of Raise the Colours has been charged with the murder of a beloved pub landlord in Birmingham. The community is in shock as details emerge.
Solihull Activist Charged with Murder of Pub Boss
Billy Allison, a member of flag group Raise the Colours, appeared in court charged with murder after a fatal assault in Lichfield that killed pub landlord Matt O'Gara.
Elsie Blundell: Fairer Future, Not Just Getting By
MP Elsie Blundell responds to local election results, criticising 14 years of Conservative rule and calling for better bus services, cheaper energy, and local job creation in Heywood and Middleton.
Stacey Solomon Addresses Marriage Rumours with Joe Swash
Stacey Solomon breaks silence on marriage difficulties with Joe Swash, addressing divorce rumours and revealing the pressures of public life.
Stepmother Guilty of Manslaughter in 1978 Scalding Bath Death
Janice Nix, 67, was convicted of manslaughter and child cruelty after five-year-old Andrea Bernard died from a scalding bath in 1978, following her brother's testimony decades later.
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