BBC Politics12 Aug 2026
Ann Widdecombe's loved ones gather for her funeral
A requiem mass is held for the former MP at Buckfast Abbey in Devon, near her Dartmoor home.
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BBC Politics12 Aug 2026
Ministers push ahead with housing asylum seekers on ex-military sites
The government says former MoD sites are the best option despite protests from people living nearby.
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BBC Politics12 Aug 2026
Ministers push ahead with housing asylum seekers on ex-military sites
The government says former MoD sites are the best option despite protests from people living nearby.
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Guido Fawkes12 Aug 2026
MHCLG ‘Has Done No Planning’ on Burnham Vape Shop Policy
Labour ministers said there has been no planning or evidence base for Burnham’s policy to change the licencing laws for vape shops. Who could have guessed… This is Burnham’s policy: “The government will consult on removing vape shops from Class E and making them sui generis – “of its own kind,” – a standalone category…
Express Politics12 Aug 2026
Zack Polanski's as dim as a cave – here's what he said that convinced me we're doomed
OPINION - ESTHER KRAKUE: When a politician's as daft as this one, the signs for Britain's future are not good.
Express Politics12 Aug 2026
Labour tax anything that moves – blame for hollowed-out high streets lies at their feet
OPINION - VIRGINIA BLACKBURN: The same Labour Party that wrecked the economy is now whingeing about decline.
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Express Politics12 Aug 2026
I watched Ann Widdecombe's funeral - 1 thing will stay with me
Express reporter Adam Toms was at Buckfast Abbey during the former Conservative MP and Reform UK spokeswoman's send off.
Reform
BBC Politics12 Aug 2026
Swinney calls for Burnham rethink on Chinese factory in Highlands
The first minister is dismissing claims he is putting political point scoring before national security concerns.
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Express Politics12 Aug 2026
Ann Widdecombe laid to rest at Buckfast Abbey as friends pay heartbreaking tribute
The former Conservative MP and Reform UK spokesperson was remembered during a mass where she worshipped.
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Express Politics12 Aug 2026
Andy Burnham 'shows how out of touch he is' over 'disgraceful' migrant plan
Prime Minister has sparked fury after claiming 'all parts of the country need to play their part' and house more asylum seekers
Immigration
Guido Fawkes12 Aug 2026
Anti-Tobacco Lobby ASH Calls for Tougher Vape Restrictions Despite Admitting They Help Smokers Quit
Anti-tobacco campaigners Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) have already criticised Burnham’s vape shop crackdown announced overnight. Chief Executive Hazel Cheeseman dismissed the plans as “a knee-jerk announcement”, saying “it’s hard to see how it will make a meaningful difference on vape shops”. Even Burnham deserves more credit than that… Despite acknowledging vape shops “play…
BBC Politics12 Aug 2026
How the Clacton by-election count will take place
The count with the longest ballot paper in British history is due to start at 22:00 BST on Thursday.
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