Sarah Mitchell, Senior Political Editor

Sarah Mitchell is one of Britain's most respected political journalists, with 18 years of experience covering Westminster. As Senior Political Editor, she leads The Update Desk's political coverage and has interviewed every Prime Minister since Gordon Brown. She began her career at The Times and is a regular commentator on BBC political programming.
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Angela Rayner Faces Criticism for Public Critique of Starmer’s Leadership

** In a striking move that has stirred controversy within Labour's upper…

Public Support for Net Zero Overstated by Political Elites, New Study Reveals

** A recent analysis has uncovered a significant disconnect between the views…

Angela Rayner Faces Backlash for Critique of Starmer’s Leadership

** In a significant political development, Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner has…

Calls for Assisted Dying Law Reform Intensify on Second Anniversary of Tragic Death

On the second anniversary of Paola Marra's death at the Swiss euthanasia…

Public Support for Net Zero Overlooked by Politicians, Study Reveals

A recent analysis has uncovered a significant disconnect between the British public's…

Public Support for Net Zero Misunderstood by Politicians, Study Reveals

A recent analysis has uncovered a troubling disconnect between political elites and…

Calls for Change in UK Assisted Dying Laws Intensify on Anniversary of Tragic Death

On the second anniversary of his sister's death at Dignitas, Tony Marra…

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