Joe Murray, Political Correspondent

Joe Murray is a political correspondent who has covered Westminster for eight years, building a reputation for breaking news stories and insightful political analysis. He started his career at regional newspapers in Yorkshire before moving to national politics. His expertise spans parliamentary procedure, party politics, and the mechanics of government.
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Celtic Nations Set Sights on Independence as Westminster Faces Growing Pressure

The first ministers of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have declared that…

Record Antidepressant Prescriptions Expose Deep‑Rooted Social Crisis, Not Overprescribing

The Scale of the Prescription Surge A freshly released NHS report shows…

Andy Burnham Halts Party Engagements After Father’s Death, Vows Sweeping Social Care Overhaul

The Personal Loss Behind the Political Pause Prime Minister Andy Burnham has…

Crypto Tycoons Stack £72m on Reform UK, TUC Demands Government Action Against Super-Rich Influence

The political landscape is being reshaped overnight by a staggering influx of…

Reform UK’s £72m Donation Blitz Raises Questions Over Timing and Donor Eligibility

Reform UK has pocketed a staggering £72 million in contributions from two…

UK Lawmakers Press for AI Regulator as Safety Fears Mount

British MPs and Lords have united behind a call for a new…

Electoral watchdog urges parties to curb candidate abuse as harassment spikes ahead of 2026 local polls

The Electoral Commission has warned that harassment and intimidation of candidates have…

Ewan Cameron selected to contest Keir Starmer’s former Holborn and St Pancras seat

The Conservatives have selected former Camden councillor Ewan Cameron as their candidate…

Reform UK Stays Silent on Timing of £72m Crypto Donor Returns

Tice Declines to Confirm Return Timelines Richard Tice, the deputy leader of…

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