A government-issued digital identity card could be required by every adult in Britain under a ‘dystopian’ plan set to be announced by the Prime Minister. The ‘BritCard’ could be used to prove a person has the right to work in this country and even to access public services. The concept of a mandatory identification system hasContinue reading “Will I Get Fined For Not Having A National ID Card, And What If I Don’t Have A Smartphone?”
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POLL OF THE DAY: Should Keir Starmer Be Ousted As Prime Minister?
Following the humiliating dismissal of Lord Mandelson, Keir Starmer is dealing with growing discontent from both political rivals and members of the Labour Party. New Labour architect Mandelson was dramatically sacked from his position as US ambassador on Thursday after the emergence of emails to notorious paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, describing him as his ‘best pal’. ManyContinue reading “POLL OF THE DAY: Should Keir Starmer Be Ousted As Prime Minister?”
Yvette Cooper Pays The Price For Huge Failures On Channel Crossings And Migrant Hotels
The Home Office has stumbled from one catastrophe to another during Yvette Cooper’s turbulent year in charge, and she is now paying the price for a litany of dismal failures. Chief among them is Labour’s derisory ‘smash the gangs’ promise to tackle the small boats problem, which has proved ineffective. The resulting increase in immigration isContinue reading “Yvette Cooper Pays The Price For Huge Failures On Channel Crossings And Migrant Hotels”
Keir Starmer Confirms: ‘It’s My Decision’ Angela Rayner Braces For Sack
If a standards inquiry reveals that Angela Rayner violated the ministerial code by failing to pay property taxes on her flat, Sir Keir Starmer has said that he is ready to fire her. On Thursday, Sir Keir admitted that the decision “falls on him” to axe Ms Rayner if the ethics probe rules she breachedContinue reading “Keir Starmer Confirms: ‘It’s My Decision’ Angela Rayner Braces For Sack”
Nigel Farage Slammed As A ‘False Patriot’
Nigel Farage is a “false patriot” who doesn’t care about working-class Brits, a senior union leader has said. TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak branded the Reform leader a “snake oil salesman” and accused him of sowing division for political gain. He urged Labour to take the fight to Mr Farage, and to show it’s on the sideContinue reading “Nigel Farage Slammed As A ‘False Patriot’”
Keir Starmer Sidelines Rachel Reeves
Keir Starmer sidelined Rachel Reeves as he strengthened his hold on economic policy through a significant reorganisation of the government. The Prime Minister recruited the Chancellor’s deputy and senior tax adviser to join his staff, and he appointed his own economic expert as a sign that he intends to oversee the autumn budget personally. TheContinue reading “Keir Starmer Sidelines Rachel Reeves”
Rachel Reeves’ Plan To Raise Landfill Tax
Rachel Reeves plans to increase landfill tax, which could slap £24,000 onto the cost of new-build homes, which will have a new impact on struggling first-time buyers. Industry chiefs fear the Chancellor’s ‘insane’ proposal could see a 36-fold increase to the levy, causing construction costs to soar. Critics have even claimed the ‘development killer’ schemeContinue reading “Rachel Reeves’ Plan To Raise Landfill Tax”
Britain’s Debt Soars Under Labour
Britain’s national debt skyrocketed by an eye-watering £186 billion during Labour’s first year in power, an analysis has shown. From the end of July 2024 to the end of last month, the UK’s national debt increased from £2.53 trillion to £2.71 trillion, according to an analysis of official figures. It means the Labour Government put BritainContinue reading “Britain’s Debt Soars Under Labour”
City Streets Bare Of Union Jack And St George’s Flags (But Palestine Flags Remain)
A Labour-run council has sparked a significant backlash by ripping down St George’s and Union Jack flags from streets because they ‘could put lives at risk’ – despite Palestinian flags flying high across the city for several months. Scores of British flags have sprung up on lampposts and buildings across parts of Northfield, Birmingham, in whatContinue reading “City Streets Bare Of Union Jack And St George’s Flags (But Palestine Flags Remain)”
Dover Welcomes More Migrants Just Days After The ‘One-In, One-Out’ Deal
Dozens more migrants have arrived in Dover as the number to cross the Channel since Labour came to power approaches 50,000. While the Ramsgate lifeboat stopped another group of migrants in the North Sea, two Border Force ships, Volunteer and Typhoon, were observed coming into the port to drop off migrants they had picked up in theContinue reading “Dover Welcomes More Migrants Just Days After The ‘One-In, One-Out’ Deal”