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What are the 3 main political parties in UK?
Conservatives, Labour and Liberal Democrats.
What political type is the UK?
The United Kingdom is a Constitutional Monarchy in which the reigning monarch (that is, the king or queen who is the head of state at any given time) does not make any open political decisions. All political decisions are taken by the government and Parliament.
Who runs England?
The Prime Minister is the leader of Her Majesty’s Government and is ultimately responsible for all policy and decisions. The Prime Minister also: oversees the operation of the Civil Service and government agencies.
Is the UK a two party system?
The two party system in the United Kingdom allows for other parties to exist, although the main two parties tend to dominate politics; in this arrangement, other parties are not excluded and can win seats in Parliament.
The home secretary will on Monday warn Kremlin-linked elites pose a ‘real and present danger to our way of life’ and outline plans to ban…
The US President Trump’s impact on US-EU trade relations become a reality. Trump and Stamer poised for a standoff as Trump has dealt a hammer…
The papers are dominated by the ongoing talks between Russia and the US over ending the war in Ukraine.
Away from the war, there’s a variety of domestic stories ranging from the ongoing farmers’ protests to an exclusive interview with one of the parents of the Southport victims.
Showbiz gossip leads the tabloids with reactions to Meghan Markle’s latest business venture.
The back pages sum up Celtic’s late loss to Bayern Munich (on agg) as heartbreaking as well as looking ahead at tonight’s match between Real Madrid and Manchester City (4-3 agg).
There’s a bunch of Labour MPs who could lose their seats because of the proposed tractor tax and most of them won by narrow margins.…
Childcare costs in the UK already make up 19 per cent of average income, but national insurance contributions will drive nursery fees even higher, finds…
Kim Leadbeater suggests allowing psychiatrists and social workers to approve applications under new amendments High Court sign-off for assisted dying to be scrapped in new…
Childcare providers have been hit by rise in employers’ national insurance announced by the Labour chancellor in the Budget Parents to be hit by 10%…
Burnley MP Oliver Ryan has been suspended from the Labour Party for his role in the WhatsApp group scandal Second Labour MP suspended over WhatsApp…
A Labour MP warns Starmer he is crossing a red line with China embassy deal. The Backbencher raises concern over government’s attempts to improve relations…
Keir Starmer is facing a new backlash from the trade unions after he was accused of imposing a new round of austerity again on fire…
Tories demand PM widens investigation to councillors and Burnley MP Oliver Ryan, who was a member of the Whatsapp group, apologises for not speaking out…
Health minister sacked over racists WhatsApp messages, after being caught. Andrew Gwynne allegedly sent racist, sexist messages in a WhatsApp group. The health minister Andrew…
Friday’s front pages report on the Bank of England’s bleak forecast for the UK economy sparked widespread concern, with growth now expected to be just 0.75% this year.
Rachel Reeves is under fire with some of the papers speculating on her future in the role of chancellor and the fears of stagflation – a combination of stagnant growth and rising inflation—are dominating the narrative.
While the interest rate cut to 4.5% offers some relief, the overall economic outlook remains challenging. The papers say the government faces tough choices including potential tax hikes or spending cuts, to stabilise the economy.
Elsewhere, there’s some showbiz news dominating tabloids, including reviews of the new BBC TV series Amandaland, an exclusive interview with the former girlfriend of Liam Payne and coverage of recent allegations made against a TV star.
The back pages are dominated by Liverpool’s 4-0 win over Spurs to book their place in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley.
Migrants who are unemployed or in low-paid jobs will face being forced to leave the UK under plans being drawn up by Conservative leader Kemi…
The deputy prime minister reportedly contacted Buckingham Palace and senior civil servants in a bid to remove the disgraced Duke of York from a list…
Long-term sick may need to find jobs. As Liz Kendall blamed the Conservatives for failing to control welfare spending. Long-term sick may need to find…
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UK politics – live: Anger as Reeves’ support for third Heathrow runway sparks climate backlash Chancellor Rachel Reeves has prompted fury with the growth plan…
Sir Keir hails vision of former deputy prime minister, adding: ‘I know many people will be raising a glass to John today’ Sir Keir Starmer…
Rachel Reeves issued a defiant response as she defended her record as chancellor. Under pressure Rachel Reeves issues defiant response when quizzed on Keir Starmer…
Chancellor’s optimistic economic growth vision hit in the short term as Tesco and Lloyds announce hundreds of job losses and she admits fixing the economy…
Sir Keir Starmer invokes Thatcher in deregulation promise UK politics – live: Starmer invokes Thatcher and vows to slash red tape ahead of Reeves economic…
Labour changes to the winter fuel payment continue to prove divisive Pensioners ‘missing meals’ after Labour’s winter fuel payment changes Thousands of pensioners are missing…
Is all lost for Starmer? Trump administration wants ‘regime change’ in the UK as Starmer replaces Trudeau as hate figure For those who were carefully…
Axel Rudakubana, 18, has been sentenced to 52 years behind bars for murdering 3 little girls and the attempted murder of at least 10 others at a dance class last year in Southport. The judge says it’s highly unlikely Rudakubana will ever be released. Rudakubana pleaded guilty on Monday to the murders of Elsie Dot Stancombe, 7, Alice da Silva Aguiar, 9, and Bebe King, 6. He also admitted to producing ricin, possessing terrorist material, and possessing a knife.
The Met Office has issued rare red weather warnings, meaning there is a danger to life, as Storm Éowyn batters the UK. The worst disruption is due to hit Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland, with gusts of up to 100mph (161km/h) expected in some coastal areas. Millions of people are being urged to stay at home and widespread travel disruption is expected, with some flights and ferry crossings already cancelled.