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The Guardian Politics3 Mar 2026

Labour to scrap government power over elections watchdog amid fears of abuse

MPs and campaigners had warned law imposed by Tories could be used by future leaders to ‘undermine democracy’ UK politics live – latest updates Ministers are to repeal powers imposed by the Conservatives that allowed them control over the elections watchdog, after warnings they could be abused by a future government with authoritarian ambitions. Steve Reed, who as communities secretary is overseeing a new elections bill, announced the move to MPs, saying he would “repeal in full the power for

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Guido Fawkes3 Mar 2026

Jenrick: Labour Will Make Pact With Greens at Next Election

Predictions for the next election are beginning to appear. It’s that time of the cycle… Reform’s Robert Jenrick predicts a Labour-Green pact off the back of this morning’s devastating poll. Speaking to Sky News: “I do think that British politics is shaping up to be a choice at the next general election between Nigel Farage…

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The Guardian Politics3 Mar 2026

Trump says ‘special relationship is obviously not what is was’ after Starmer’s refusal to back Iran strikes – UK politics live

US president doubles down on criticism of the prime minister, saying ‘he has not been helpful’ Keir Starmer has often been praised previously for his ability to maintain a relationship with the volatile US president but on Monday in the House of Commons, the prime minister expressed doubt about the US action in Tehran and its legality. “We all remember the mistakes of Iraq, and we have learned those lessons. Any UK actions must always have a lawful basis, and a viable thought-through plan,” he

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The Guardian Politics3 Mar 2026

Minorities in adverts are menaced, footballers observing Ramadan are booed. Is this the Britain we want? | Jason Okundaye

Intolerance is in vogue and leaders are failing to meet the moment. When King Charles seems the best and bravest hope, the problem is clear How should the UK deal with the increasing fracturing of multiculturalism right now, and how we are all being pitted against each other? This idea was on the mind of a man named Steve, who featured on BBC Radio 4’s Any Questions on Friday in the aftermath of the Gorton and Denton byelection. Steve asked if the Green victory was an indication that Labour need

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Guido Fawkes3 Mar 2026

YOUGOV: Greens Overtake Labour Into Second Place for First Time

YouGov’s latest poll with the Times and Sky News has the Greens ahead of Labour for the first time. With fieldwork on Sunday and Monday the pollster says the result is “obviously likely driven to a significant extent by the publicity from the Denton & Gorton by-election, as well as any impact it has from…

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Express Politics3 Mar 2026

Spring Statement LIVE: Rachel Reeves to make major announcement in Commons

Follow our live blog for the latest updates on the Spring Statement.

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Express Politics3 Mar 2026

Rachel Reeves told act now to stop panic buying at the pumps after Iran attacks

The Middle East crisis has triggered fears of petrol price hikes.

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Conservative Home3 Mar 2026

Will MPs finally tackle the terrible tax trap?

As their pay rises above £100,000, MPs will feel the full absurdity of Britain’s hidden 60 per cent marginal rate. They may finally rediscover the case for growth. The post Will MPs finally tackle the terrible tax trap? appeared first on Conservative Home.

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BBC Politics3 Mar 2026

Why independence is still a political dividing line in Scotland

Scotland remains more or less split down the middle on independence, eight years after the referendum.

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Express Politics3 Mar 2026

Greens deputy leader Mothin Ali sparks fury by attending pro-Iran regime rally

A political storm brews as Mothin Ali, the Green Party's deputy leader, is caught in a whirlwind of controversy after attending a contentious London rally.

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Express Politics3 Mar 2026

Everything you need to know about Rachel Reeves's spring statement today

The Chancellor will deliver her spring statement in the Commons on Tuesday at midday.

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BBC Politics3 Mar 2026

Chris Mason: Starmer at odds with Trump in biggest disagreement yet

The prime minister told MPs that the government "does not believe in regime change from the skies".

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