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Starmer's Approval Rating Hits New Low as Voters Question Economic Direction
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Starmer's Approval Rating Hits New Low as Voters Question Economic Direction
The Prime Minister's net approval falls to its lowest since taking office, with economic confidence the main d...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 12 Apr 2026
Nigel Farage: 'Reform Will Be the Official Opposition by 2027'
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Nigel Farage: 'Reform Will Be the Official Opposition by 2027'
The Reform UK leader tells National Herald he expects Conservative MPs to defect to his party within months an...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 12 Apr 2026
Labour Lead Narrows to Six Points as Government Faces Economic Headwinds
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Labour Lead Narrows to Six Points as Government Faces Economic Headwinds
The first major poll since the local elections shows the governing party losing ground on economic competence ...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 11 Apr 2026
The History of British Democracy: From Magna Carta to Modern Parliament
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The History of British Democracy: From Magna Carta to Modern Parliament
Britain invented parliamentary democracy — then spent centuries arguing about who it was actually for. The ful...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 11 Apr 2026
Scottish Independence Polling Reaches 52% in Favour — Highest Since 2021
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Scottish Independence Polling Reaches 52% in Favour — Highest Since 2021
Rising support for independence is driven by younger voters and those who voted Remain in the 2016 Brexit refe...
Fiona Campbell, Scotland Editor · 11 Apr 2026
Council Tax Rises 2026: Which Councils Are Increasing Bills
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Council Tax Rises 2026: Which Councils Are Increasing Bills
A full breakdown of which councils are raising bills in 2026 and what it means for households....
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 11 Apr 2026
Scottish Independence: A Complete History of the Movement from 1707 to Today
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Scottish Independence: A Complete History of the Movement from 1707 to Today
From the Act of Union in 1707 to the 2014 referendum and beyond — the full story of Scotland's long struggle w...
Fiona Campbell, Scotland Editor · 11 Apr 2026
UK to Hit NATO's 2.5% Defence Spending Target by 2027, Government Confirms
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UK to Hit NATO's 2.5% Defence Spending Target by 2027, Government Confirms
The acceleration comes as NATO allies face growing pressure to reduce dependence on US security guarantees ami...
David Walsh, Foreign Affairs Editor · 11 Apr 2026
Reform UK Consolidates Council Presence with Gains in May By-Elections
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Reform UK Consolidates Council Presence with Gains in May By-Elections
Three council by-election victories in a single week represent a significant milestone for a party that had no...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 11 Apr 2026
How Rishi Sunak's Legacy Is Being Judged One Year On
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How Rishi Sunak's Legacy Is Being Judged One Year On
One year after the historic Conservative election defeat, National Herald assesses Rishi Sunak's record, legac...
Marcus Holloway · 10 Apr 2026
What the 2025 Autumn Budget Means for Working Families Across Britain
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What the 2025 Autumn Budget Means for Working Families Across Britain
We break down every major measure in the Budget and its real-world impact on households earning under £50,000 ...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 10 Apr 2026
Britain's Defence Spending: Meeting the 2.5% NATO Target
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Britain's Defence Spending: Meeting the 2.5% NATO Target
An in-depth National Herald investigation into britain's defence spending....
Defence Correspondent · 10 Apr 2026
Britain's Relationship with the EU: The Case for a Reset
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Britain's Relationship with the EU: The Case for a Reset
Three years after the Trade and Cooperation Agreement, the economic costs of Brexit are becoming clearer — and...
David Walsh, Foreign Affairs Editor · 9 Apr 2026
Nigel Farage and Reform UK: Can the Party Win a General Election?
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Nigel Farage and Reform UK: Can the Party Win a General Election?
Reform UK has defied predictions before. National Herald examines whether 2029 could be its moment — and what ...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 9 Apr 2026
The House of Commons Reform Bill: Everything You Need to Know
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The House of Commons Reform Bill: Everything You Need to Know
MPs are voting on the most significant changes to parliamentary procedure in twenty years. Here is what is bei...
James Mitchell, Senior Correspondent · 9 Apr 2026
Is Britain's Planning System Finally Being Fixed? The Reforms Explained
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Is Britain's Planning System Finally Being Fixed? The Reforms Explained
The government has promised the most radical shake-up of planning law since 1947. National Herald examines wha...
Nicholas Hartley, Property Correspondent · 8 Apr 2026
UK General Election 2029: The Latest Polls and What They Mean
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UK General Election 2029: The Latest Polls and What They Mean
The 2029 general election is three years away but the polls are already telling a story. National Herald analy...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 8 Apr 2026
UK Immigration Policy 2026: What Has Actually Changed and What Hasn't
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UK Immigration Policy 2026: What Has Actually Changed and What Hasn't
Net migration remains high despite promises to reduce it. National Herald examines the immigration policy chan...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 8 Apr 2026
Keir Starmer's First Year: A Full Assessment of Labour in Power
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Keir Starmer's First Year: A Full Assessment of Labour in Power
We examine every major policy pledge against delivery — and the verdict is more complicated than either side a...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 8 Apr 2026
Devolution in England: What the New Mayors Are Actually Doing
Politics
Devolution in England: What the New Mayors Are Actually Doing
England now has more directly elected mayors than at any point in its history. We examine what powers they act...
Regional Desk, National Herald · 8 Apr 2026
Northern Ireland: Power-Sharing at the Crossroads Again
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Northern Ireland: Power-Sharing at the Crossroads Again
The Stormont Assembly faces renewed pressure as economic divergence with the Republic deepens and community te...
Declan Murray, Ireland Correspondent · 8 Apr 2026
Keir Starmer's First 100 Days: A Comprehensive Assessment of Labour's Record
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Keir Starmer's First 100 Days: A Comprehensive Assessment of Labour's Record
From economic inheritance to foreign policy, we examine what the government has achieved and where it has fall...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 7 Apr 2026
Reform UK Policies 2026: What They Stand For and Can They Win Power
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Reform UK Policies 2026: What They Stand For and Can They Win Power
Reform topped some 2025 polls and won 89 council seats. Can they build a credible governing proposition?...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 7 Apr 2026
Labour Government Record 2026: What Has Keir Starmer Actually Delivered?
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Labour Government Record 2026: What Has Keir Starmer Actually Delivered?
Two years into the Labour government, National Herald takes stock of what has been delivered and where the dis...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 7 Apr 2026
Levelling Up: Three Years On, What Has Actually Changed?
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Levelling Up: Three Years On, What Has Actually Changed?
National Herald analysis and reporting on levelling up: three years on, what has actually changed?....
Regional Desk · 7 Apr 2026
Planning Reform: The Key to Unlocking Britain's Growth Potential
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Planning Reform: The Key to Unlocking Britain's Growth Potential
An in-depth National Herald investigation into planning reform....
Policy Correspondent · 7 Apr 2026
House of Lords Reform: The Bill That Could Change Britain Forever
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House of Lords Reform: The Bill That Could Change Britain Forever
A cross-party coalition is advancing the most ambitious reform of the upper chamber in a century, but oppositi...
James Mitchell, Westminster Correspondent · 7 Apr 2026
Global Britain: Four Years On, Where Is the Trading Strategy?
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Global Britain: Four Years On, Where Is the Trading Strategy?
National Herald analysis of global britain: four years on, where is the trading strategy?....
Marcus Holloway · 7 Apr 2026
Local Elections 2025: What the Results Tell Us About the National Mood
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Local Elections 2025: What the Results Tell Us About the National Mood
Thousands of council seats changed hands. National Herald analyses the data to identify the real story behind ...
Rachel Thornton, Data Politics Editor · 6 Apr 2026
Immigration and the NHS: The Facts Behind the Political Rhetoric
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Immigration and the NHS: The Facts Behind the Political Rhetoric
National Herald analysis of immigration and the nhs: the facts behind the political rhetoric....
Dr. Priya Sharma · 6 Apr 2026
Scotland's Independence Movement in 2025: Where Does It Stand?
Politics
Scotland's Independence Movement in 2025: Where Does It Stand?
After years of political turbulence, the case for Scottish independence is being remade — but the arithmetic r...
Fiona Campbell, Scotland Editor · 5 Apr 2026
Scotland's New Independence Strategy: What Happened After the 2024 Election
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Scotland's New Independence Strategy: What Happened After the 2024 Election
The SNP's disappointing 2024 result forced a rethink of independence strategy. National Herald examines where ...
Fiona Campbell, Scotland Correspondent · 5 Apr 2026
Should Britain Rejoin the European Union? A Serious Analysis
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Should Britain Rejoin the European Union? A Serious Analysis
National Herald analysis and reporting on should britain rejoin the european union? a serious analysis....
Marcus Holloway · 5 Apr 2026
How Much Do MPs Actually Earn? Salaries, Expenses and Outside Interests
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How Much Do MPs Actually Earn? Salaries, Expenses and Outside Interests
MPs' salaries, expenses, and second incomes remain controversial. National Herald's transparent guide to what ...
Marcus Holloway · 5 Apr 2026
The Future of the Conservative Party: Four Scenarios
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The Future of the Conservative Party: Four Scenarios
Having suffered its worst electoral defeat in a century, the Conservative Party faces existential choices abou...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 5 Apr 2026
The Defence Budget: Britain Is Not Spending What Security Demands
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The Defence Budget: Britain Is Not Spending What Security Demands
National Herald analysis and reporting on the defence budget: britain is not spending what security demands....
Col. James Forsyth · 4 Apr 2026
The Coming Generation: How Gen Z Is Reshaping British Politics
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The Coming Generation: How Gen Z Is Reshaping British Politics
An in-depth National Herald investigation into the coming generation....
Political Correspondent · 4 Apr 2026
The Rise of the Megaregion: What Devolution Means for English Cities
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The Rise of the Megaregion: What Devolution Means for English Cities
An in-depth National Herald investigation into the rise of the megaregion....
Regional Correspondent · 3 Apr 2026
The SNP Leadership Crisis and What It Means for Scottish Independence
Politics
The SNP Leadership Crisis and What It Means for Scottish Independence
Internal divisions threaten to derail the independence movement at a critical moment in its history....
Fiona Campbell, Scotland Editor · 3 Apr 2026
The Green Belt: Sacred Cow or Obstacle to Britain's Housing Future?
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The Green Belt: Sacred Cow or Obstacle to Britain's Housing Future?
National Herald analysis of the green belt: sacred cow or obstacle to britain's housing future?....
Nicholas Hartley · 3 Apr 2026
Westminster Reform: Why the Debate About Parliament's Future Can No Longer Be Delayed
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Westminster Reform: Why the Debate About Parliament's Future Can No Longer Be Delayed
From voting systems to Lords reform, a growing cross-party coalition is pushing for structural changes that su...
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 3 Apr 2026
The State of British Democracy: Five Things That Must Change
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The State of British Democracy: Five Things That Must Change
An in-depth National Herald investigation into the state of british democracy....
Political Correspondent · 2 Apr 2026
The House of Lords Reform Bill: Everything You Need to Know
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The House of Lords Reform Bill: Everything You Need to Know
The government's long-awaited reforms to the upper chamber could reshape British democracy — or fall short of ...
James Mitchell, Westminster Correspondent · 2 Apr 2026