Michael Fallon has resigned as defence minister over allegations against him.
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If ever there was a time to think seriously about whether parliament represents the people, it’s now.
A court sketch of Brady from 2013.
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The High Court ruled that Brady won’t be buried in the way he wanted because of his crimes in life.
Stormzy performing at Glastonbury Festival, 2017.
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Grime could provoke the most disruptive cultural transformation of the British music industry in decades.
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It might sound funny but we need fresh thinking to face up to 21st century challenges. This is one way of looking at the problem.
Pushed too far?
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The government has ignored this group for years, now it asks why they vote for the opposition.
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Labour has recognised young people as survivors of the economic crash, which has helped fuel a surge in support for Labour.
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Her party needed a clear vision for the future but again the PM offered nothing but prevarication.
The lion for real – or a tamed beast?
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Johnson trailed a speech about ‘letting the lion roar’. But you had to listen quite hard to hear it.
It’s not too late.
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Party conference is a make or break moment for the Maybot.
It’s make or break in Manchester.
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As the party meets for its annual conference in Manchester it is fighting for survival.
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An alternative vision for British society and a smart move on Brexit made this leader’s speech one for the history books.
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Tim Bale reports from the seafront in Brighton, where Labour is holding its annual conference.
A message that resonates but is it enough to get into office.
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The Conservatives are in disarray, but they seem to be clinging on regardless. The question is how to unseat them next time.
Best foot forward.
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Winning over urban areas is the surest route to success for Jeremy Corbyn.
Riding high but still a way to go.
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The Labour leader has hit his stride during 2017, but Brexit remains a strategic challenge.
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The British PM finally acknowledged the need for a transition deal, which will play well in Brussels. But her vision for the future continues to amount to vague platitudes.
Some light reading before an important speech.
Tim Cox
Pearls of wisdom for a prince will serve a prime minister, too.
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Some 53% of British people think it’s acceptable to display these dolls – and the difference between remainers and leavers is particularly surprising.
Which way to Downing Street?
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It might seem like a long shot but Cable can’t do anything with his party unless he believes he can make it to government.
Mariano Mantel
With such a colourful political past, the British prime minister will be hoping for a show of substance in choosing the Tuscan city.