Emma Richardson, Deputy Political Editor

Emma Richardson brings nine years of political journalism experience to her role as Deputy Political Editor. She specializes in policy analysis, party strategy, and electoral politics, with particular expertise in Labour and trade union affairs. A graduate of Oxford's PPE program, she previously worked at The New Statesman and Channel 4 News.
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UK and Germany Forge Deeper Security Alliance Amid Rising Hybrid Threats

Prime Minister Andy Burnham arrives in Berlin today for high-stakes security discussions…

Think Tank Urges 2% Online Sales Tax to Boost UK High Streets

John Healey should introduce a two per cent levy on internet purchases…

UK Households £2,900 Worse Off as Cost‑of‑Living Crisis Deepens

Research from the Resolution Foundation shows that the average British household is…

Labour MPs Urge Chancellor to Impose Private Jet Tax to Plug Fiscal Gap

Pressure is mounting on Chancellor John Healey to introduce a tax on…

Conservatives vow to eliminate inheritance tax on family homes and lift nil‑rate band to £500,000

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has unveiled a sweeping reform of inheritance tax…

October 7, 2026

Badenoch Unveils Plan to Scrap Inheritance Tax on Family Homes and Raise…

Green Party Under Review After Member Linked to Al-Qaeda Suspect and Pushed Controversial Policy Position

The Green Party has officially initiated an internal investigation into member Lubna…

Kemi Badenoch’s Conference Speech Sets Up Crucial Test for Future Leadership

Kemi Badenoch, the Conservative Party’s rising star, delivered a keynote address at…

Reform UK Stands by Kirklees Councillor Amid Outcry Over Immigrant Remarks

Reform UK has found itself at the centre of a heated controversy…

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