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Case closed: the squirming of a reluctant whistleblower

There’s a perception about government – and there’s the reality they keep hidden away.

How will Reform perform without Farage's X factor?

Nigel Farage, the founder and owner of Reform UK, the rebranded Brexit Party, has announced he will not be standing for parliament in this election. After five unsuccessful general election attempts and two by-elections, he said: \"I will do my to help in the campaign, but it is not the right time for me to go any further than that.\" bit

Population grows 685,000

Migration figures seen as a blow to Sunak in election run-up

So, after 14 years, what have the Tories ever done for us?

So farewell then, the Conservative government of 2010 to 2024 – and, with its likely demise only about 40 days away, this seems as good a moment as any to attempt an obituary.

Ten top Tories in danger of losing their seats on 4 July

Rishi Sunak has finally fired the starting gun on the general election campaign, stunning Westminster by calling a snap poll for 4 July, ending months of speculation.

Five more Tory MPs quit as campaign begins with gaffes

Sunak stays dry but he suffers a bruising first day after admitting that no Rwanda flights will take off before 4 July

Marvel's latest promo video treats its viewers like idiots

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ will ‘make enemies with Disney’ and ‘lower your IQ’... and that’s according to its own star! Louis Chilton finds the film’s ironic sales pitch mirthless

Coldplay haters get a life...or should that be viva la vida

As the British band prepare to headline Glastonbury for a record-breaking fifth time, Mark Beaumont assesses their legacy and questions why some critics are still so disdainful

Future of fashion is at stake

Clothing brand The Vampire’s Wife, co-founded by Susie Cave, helped define idiosyncratic British glamour. Its sudden closing down reflects an industry in peril

The sickening truth of the Nazi camp on British soil

For years, debate has raged about how many died in the occupation of Channel Island Alderney. It was no ‘miniAuschwitz’ but there were atrocities

Boehly has turned Chelsea into England's silliest club

Have they ever thought the problem might be them? Obviously not, of course, because that might take a level of self-awareness or humility and the capacity to acknowledge the failings at Chelsea start at the top.

Lookman sets Dublin alight and makes Atalanta history

Ademola Lookman’s lift-off finally brings Xabi Alonso down to earth.

Two uncapped players in Scotland Euro 2024 squad

Liverpool’s Ben Doak, 18, included as injury rules out three

Inflation is down but devil is in detail for homeowners

Across the economy, price rises slowed significantly in April with the rate of inflation declining to 2.3 per cent from 3.2 per cent.

M&S has the 'wind in its sails' as profits surge 58%

Retail giant says past year’s results the best since 1997

Kashmiris reject Modi's claims over record turnout

PM insists high voter numbers vindicate controversial BJP policies but locals say opposite

What recognition means for two-state Palestine solution

Spain, Ireland and Norway have said that they will recognise the state of Palestine on 28 May, a step toward a long-held Palestinian aspiration that came amid international outrage over the civilian death toll and humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip following Israel’s war on Hamas.

Ireland, Norway and Spain recognise Palestinian state

Ireland, Spain and Norway have announced they will recognise a Palestinian state, as Israel accused the nations of rewarding Hamas for its brutal attack on 7 October.

Extreme flooding puts food.security at risk, warns union

Fruit and vegetables will be in short supply with crop harvests severely hit as winter downpours become heavier in future, farm leaders have warned.

MP who lost hands and feet hailed on Commons return

Members applaud Craig Mackinlay after his sepsis ordeal

Six Britons in intensive care after 'extreme' turbulence

Singapore Airlines flight dropped 6,000ft in three minutes

Vennells cries as she admits evidence to MPs was untrue

Ex-Post Office boss gave first appearence at Horizon inquiry

What the Commons could look like after the July vote

Four scenarios: from a hung parliament to a Labour majority

Starmer didn't expect snap election but it's hardly fatal

Labour ought to be ready for the election. It is already more than four-and-a-half years since the last one.

Why did the PM plump for 4 July as the election date?

Rishi Sunak has finally announced that the general election will be on 4 July but why did he settle for that date? The practical reason for his decision comes from election law and the parliamentary timetable.

The wally without a brolly is left California dreaming

As soon as the door of No 10 opened and Rishi Sunak stepped outside, it started to pitter-patter.

Sunak shocks Westminster by calling summer election

Rain pours down on the PM as he announces a 4 July poll

Is Nadal in Paris the most dominant athlete in history?

Few athletes receive the honour of having a statue built for them at the end of their careers.

Klopp leaves an overflowing in-tray for Slot at Liverpool

Jurgen Klopp offered one last example of his skills as a motivator. He has proved time and again he can galvanise 11 people.

Rashford axed as Southgate calls up new faces to squad

Five uncapped players in frame for England's Euros bid