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BBC defends comic's 'bomb Glastonbury' joke about Corbyn fans

Fin Taylor said on Have I Got News For You that he hated politician because of ‘fanatics’

A real party island: Keir Starmer's desert discs have Stormzy and soul

The Labour leader selects a northern dance classic and a football anthem for Desert Island Discs in a list that could unite both wings of his party

'Battle for Labour's soul': what the papers say about Jeremy Corbyn's suspension

Reports predict Keir Starmer will face a ‘civil war’ after moving against his leftwing predecessor, while others focus on ‘day of shame’

Labour Split Over Bill That Allows Intelligence Agents To Break The Law

Labour leader Keir Starmer was hit with three resignations as his backbenchers staged a Commons rebellion over the government’s new so-called spy powers legislation.

John McDonnell Warns Keir Starmer It's A 'Mistake' To Abstain On Controversial Spy Powers

John McDonnell has warned Keir Starmer it is a “mistake” to order Labour MPs to abstain on controversial laws that give MI5 and police undercover operatives the power to commit crimes.

The 7 Types Of Protester Who Attend An Anti-Lockdown Rally

On Saturday, thousands of people gathered in Trafalgar Square in what was billed as a “We Do Not Consent” protest.

Andrew Neil Announces He's Leaving The BBC After 25 Years

Long-serving BBC broadcaster Andrew Neil has announced that he is leaving the corporation after more than 25 years.

Shadow Chancellor Anneliese Dodds Accuses Tories Of Wasting 'Enormous Amounts Of Public Money' During Covid

Shadow chancellor Anneliese Dodds has attacked the Tories for wasting “enormous amounts of public money” during the Covid-19 crisis as she set out a Labour plan for economic recovery.

Will The New Generation Of Trade Union Bosses Help Or Hinder Keir Starmer?

When Keir Starmer held a Zoom call with a clutch of Britain’s biggest trade union general secretaries this summer, the mood was one of warm solidarity.

‘Stop Clapping, Start Paying’: NHS Workers Demand Better Wages

Frontline NHS workers, many of whom have been helping to fight the coronavirus pandemic, have protested to demand better wages.

Piers Corbyn Charged After Illegal Gathering In Sheffield

The brother of former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has been charged in connection to a pre-planned illegal gathering in Sheffield city centre at the weekend.

Revealed: The So-Called ‘Top Class Doctors And Nurses’ Backing Anti-Mask Protests

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5 Fibs You Were Told This Week By Politicians, Pollsters And, Er, David Icke

5 Fibs You Were Told This Week By Politicians, Pollsters And, Er, David Icke

Stop Saying Keir Starmer Isn’t Revolutionary. Restoring Trust Is The Most Radical Idea In Politics

Keir Starmer was my boss for five years as Director of Public Prosecutions and during that time we never spoke once about politics. Even now, I still don’t think of him as a politician despite the fact he’s leader of the opposition.

It Doesn't Matter Who Wins The Lib Dem Leadership. The Victor Faces An Uphill Struggle

Whatever else might be said about Jo Swinson, she won’t be a hard act to follow.

Boris Johnson's Plan To Move Parliament To York Effectively Rejected

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We Need To Crack Down On MPs' Second Jobs. Sajid Javid's Latest Appointment Proves That

When Sajid Javid resigned from his position as chancellor in February, the move was unexpected to say the least.

Jeremy Corbyn Says Government Discussed Herd Immunity At 'Bizarre' Early Covid Briefing

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David Miliband, Again, Does Not Rule Out Return To British Politics

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UK Insists It Has 'Robust' Security Following Reports Liam Fox's Email Account Was Hacked

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Boris Johnson Hands Brother Jo Johnson Seat In House Of Lords

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Starmer Critic Loses Bid To Become Left’s Candidate To Succeed Unite’s Len McCluskey

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BBC Panorama Reporter John Ware To Sue Jeremy Corbyn

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Labour Admits It Smeared Jewish Whistleblowers Under Jeremy Corbyn

The British Labour Party has admitted it defamed Jewish whistleblowers who spoke to the BBC Panorama program about anti-Semitism in the party under the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn.

Labour Pays ‘Substantial Damages’ To BBC Panorama Anti-Semitism Whistleblowers

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Lloyd Russell-Moyle Quits Labour Frontbench And Blames 'Right-Wing Media'

A Labour MP has hit out at the “right-wing media” after resigning as a member of the party’s frontbench.

Russians 'Tried To Influence UK General Election' By Pushing Leaked US Trade Report Used By Jeremy Corbyn

Russian “actors” tried to influence the 2019 British general election by “amplifying” a leaked document on UK-US trade that ended up being highlighted by Jeremy Corbyn, the government has revealed. In the first ever confirmation that Moscow attempted to skew a UK election, foreign secretary Dominic Raab said that the intelligence assessment was that “Russian actors” had “almost certainly” sought to interfere by “amplifying” the documents online.

The Andrew Neil Show Has Been Axed By The BBC

The Andrew Neil Show has been axed, the BBC announced on Wednesday, as it revealed a further 70 jobs are to be cut on top of 450 announced earlier this year.

Keir Starmer's First 100 Days: 'He Needs To Say Sorry To Leave Voters Before Labour Can Move On'

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Jeremy Clarkson Says He Could Vote Labour Under Keir Starmer

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Starmer Wins Battle To Water Down Left-Wing Presence On Ruling NEC

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Rebecca Long-Bailey Sacked As Shadow Education Secretary

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The Lib Dems Must Be A Radical Centre-Left Party. Our Future Depends On It

The Liberal Democrats stand at a critical juncture. After the disappointment of the last election, the future of the party is again up for discussion in the leadership contest that opens today.

Jeremy Corbyn's Brother, Piers, Charged With Breaching Coronavirus Regulations At 5G Protest

The brother of ex-Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has been charged with two counts of breaching coronavirus regulations after attending anti-5G protests in London

Boris Johnson’s 50,000 Nurses Pledge More Crucial Than Brexit In ‘Red Wall’ Victory

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Stormzy Pledges £10m To Charities And Organisations Fighting Racial Inequality

Stormzy has pledged £10 million over the next 10 years to organisations, charities and movements committed to fighting racial inequality, justice reform and Black empowerment in the UK.

Can Keir Starmer Win The Radio Phone-In Vote?

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Exclusive: Labour Is Losing Black Voters Over Allegations Of Anti-Black Racism

As UK authorities battle to contain the Covid-19 outbreak, Labour Party voters are still reeling from the aftermath of a leaked Labour report that has fuelled allegations of anti-Black racism at the heart of the party – and many have told HuffPost UK that they now feel “politically homeless”.

Equalities Watchdog Defends Impartiality After Jeremy Corbyn Questions Anti-Semitism Investigation

The equalities watchdog has said it takes its independence “very seriously” after Jeremy Corbyn appeared to question the impartiality of its investigation of anti-Semitism in the Labour Party.

David Evans Appointed New Labour General Secretary In Boost For Keir Starmer

Coronavirus has changed everything. Make sense of it all with the Waugh Zone, our evening politics briefing. Sign up now.Keir Starmer has received a fresh boost to his leadership after Labour’s ruling body appointed his preferred candidate to be the party’s new general secretary.

Ex-Corbyn Aide Anneliese Midgley Appointed To Keir Starmer’s Team

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Momentum Founder Jon Lansman Says He Won't Stand In Group's Upcoming Elections

Jon Lansman, the founder of left activism movement Momentum, says he will not stand in the group’s upcoming internal elections.

Dozens Of Anti-Lockdown Campaigners Gather In London As Small Protests Take Place Across The UK

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‘Stitch-Up’ Row Erupts As Leftwingers Seize Control Of Labour General Secretary Hire

The race to appoint Labour’s new general secretary has swiftly descended into acrimony after leftwingers were accused of trying to “stitch up” the process in defiance of Keir Starmer.

Jennie Formby Stands Down As Labour Party General Secretary

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Jeremy Corbyn’s Senior Aide Seumas Milne Still On Labour Party Payroll

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GMB Union Launches Investigation Into Ex-Boss Tim Roache After Misconduct Claims

One of Britain’s biggest trade unions has launched an investigation after its general secretary suddenly resigned amid allegations about his personal conduct.

Independent Probe Into Leaked Labour Anti-Semitism Dossier To Report 'By Mid-July'

An independent inquiry ordered by Keir Starmer into a leaked Labour report on anti-Semitism will aim to complete its work by this summer, the party’s ruling body has agreed.

When Will Keir Starmer Grab His Chance To Change Labour's Record?

You’re reading The Waugh Zone, our daily politics briefing. Sign up now to get it by email in the evening.Wanna Be Starmin Somethin’When a new leader is elected, the party and public usually give them the space and platform to define themselves.

Labour Staff In GMB Union Back 'No Confidence' Motion In General Secretary Jennie Formby

Labour Party staff in the union GMB have backed a motion saying they have no confidence in general secretary Jennie Formby after a controversial leaked report on anti-Semitism named staff and Jewish complainants.

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U.S. carries out 13th and final execution under Trump administration

The United States government on Friday night executed Dustin Higgs — the 13th federal death row inmate to be executed since the Justice Department resumed federal capital punishment in July 2019 after a 17-year gap — at the federal penitentiary in Terre Haute, Indiana. The Supreme Court declined to stay the final execution under the Trump administration, despite an appeal from Higgs' attorney Shawn Nolan, although some justices dissented.

FBI reportedly questioning dozens over killing of Capitol Police officer

The FBI has conducted dozens of interviews as it investigates the killing of a Capitol police officer last week, The New York Times reports. Brian Sicknick, the officer, died last week from injuries he sustained in the pro-Trump mob attack on the Capitol building.

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Twitter chief says Trump ban was right decision but sets 'dangerous precedent'

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The Muppet Show is getting a long-awaited streaming release on Disney+

Disney+ is finally ready to play the music and light the lights. All five seasons of The Muppet Show are coming to Disney+ in February, Disney revealed on Tuesday. The classic series hasn't been available on streaming, and its fourth and fifth seasons were never even released on DVD.

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UK reimposes Covid-related travel restrictions on film and TV crew

Executives and crew arriving in the UK will have to isolate for 10 days in reversal of move made to get film production back up and running

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England Women put Hege Riise in temporary charge after Neville's exit

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Former Norway international assisted by Rhian WilkinsonNo decision on Team GB coach before end of FebruaryEngland Women have appointed the former Norway midfielder Hege Riise as temporary manager after Phil Neville left to take over at Inter Miami.

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India stun Australia to take series with win at the Gabba‘This is one of the biggest moments of my life,’ says PantAn injury-ravaged India’s 2-1 triumph in Australia under a stand-in captain will go down as one of the greatest series played, their coach Ravi Shastri said on Tuesday.

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