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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 12h
'The Orange Plague' is the work of Danish artist Jens Galschiot, and features a satirical pledge from the 'King of Injustice.'
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 13h
Andy Burnham faces his first electoral test as PM as Labour look to hold off Zack Polanski and the Greens in Holborn and St Pancras.
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Holborn and St Pancras: who will win in Labour vs Green by-election?
Andy Burnham faces his first electoral test as PM as Labour look to hold off Zack Polanski and the Greens in Holborn and St Pancras.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 14h
Did somebody not do their homework? Alex Burghart was left red-faced, after forgetting the £2.3bn cost of a new Tory policy.
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'Sorry, I forgot the cost': Tory Deputy Leader bamboozled by policy announced YESTERDAY
Did somebody not do their homework? Alex Burghart was left red-faced, after forgetting the £2.3bn cost of a new Tory policy.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 17h
Pretends to be shocked
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 18h
As Labour hit their highest level of support since 2024, 30p Lee reckons this is a success for Reform
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Lee Anderson bizarrely brags about poll showing Labour hit highest support since 2024
Reform MP Lee Anderson has bizarrely hailed a poll that shows Labour hitting their highest level of support in years.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 19h
A simple yes-or-no was all that was needed from Reform's deputy leader...
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Richard Tice asked if he would 'question Kemi Badenoch's Englishness', refuses to say
Richard Tice has refused to say whether he would question the Englishness of Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
MPs have come forward saying that the events raise “deeply troubling questions”
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MPs call for investigation following death of Lutnick-Epstein whistleblower
MPs are calling on the UK’s commercial watchdog’s treatment of whistleblowers to be investigated after Simon Andriesz was found dead.
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PoliticsJOE @politicsjoe.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Are you in Manchester this Thursday? Want to be on PoliticsJOE? Aged 45+? Reply to this or drop us a DM!
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
"Let them take out Los Angeles, let them take out San Diego!" Can you imagine if a Democrat said this about Republican-led cities?
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Trump says he'd have no issue with Iran bombing US cities
Donald Trump has said it would be a 'small price to pay' if Iran bombed US cities such as San Diego and Los Angeles.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
MattGPT seems to be waking up to reality
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Matt Goodwin predicts Labour will WIN the next election after latest disaster Reform polling
Reform's Matt Goodwin has predicted that Labour will win the next general election after the latest disastrous polling for his party.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Labour's polling lead grows ever bigger by the day
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Labour hits highest level of support since Jan 2025 - and the Reform collapse continues
The Labour Party has hit its highest level of support with YouGov since January 2025 as Reform continues to collapse in the polls.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
As clear as mud from the Tories
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Kemi Badenoch contradicts her own party over 'Iron Dome' announcement
There seems to have been some crossed wires at CCHQ after Kemi Badenoch contradicted her own party's announcement about an 'Iron Dome' pledge.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Polling data has revealed which supermarkets are the most popular with voters from each party 👀
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What does where you shop say about how your politics?
A new study by research organisation More in Common has looked at the political persuasions of shoppers at the nation''s supermarkets.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Benjamin Netanyahu, the leader of Israel who has brought destruction and devastation to Palestine during a brutal three-year war, has been accused of ‘going soft’ on the territory by some of his political opponents.
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Israeli opposition criticise Netanyahu for being 'too pro-Palestine'
Benjamin Netanyahu. Pro-Palestine. You don't hear those terms together very often - but it's an attack line he is now facing from critics.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Well, this is becoming quite the occurrence...
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It's happened again! Reform lose key local by-elections as Restore split the vote
Reform are being undermined from the threat on the RIGHT, as Restore voters spoiled their victory charge in two elections this week.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
It's expected to be a two horse race in North London this week between Labour and the Greens.
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John Curtice gives view on whether Polanski will win in Holborn and St Pancras
Sir John Curtice has given his verdict on Zack Polanski's chances of winning the Holborn and St Pancras by-election.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Anti-migrant protestors gathered in Gosport after 149 people were brought ashore in the Hampshire town.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Andy Burnham said he was going to ‘grasp the nettle’ on several difficult issues facing the country, making bold promises about pensions and future relationships with the EU. And, according to a new poll, the gamble appears to have paid off.
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Labour lead RISES in first poll since Andy Burnham's conference speech
Andy Burnham made his first conference speech as Labour leader this week - which seems to have gone down well with the public.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
A decision on the parliamentary investigation into Farage is said to be 'imminent' - and Clacton voters may soon find themselves going back to the polls.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
The Greens' leadership and MPs have said they will "continue to work to ensure that the party is an anti-racist in every way."
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Green Party senior figures release statement after 'zionism is racism' motion passes
Green MPs and senior leadership have released a statement after a motion declaring 'Zionism is racism' was passed at the party's conference.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Next spring is apparently thought to be a 'sweet spot' for a general election amongst Number 10 advisors
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Burnham 'leaving door open' for early general election in spring - report
Andy Burnham is said to be leaving the door open for a snap general election in May 2027, according to reports.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
One of the seats had been vacated after the Reform incumbent failed to turn up to any meetings for six months.
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Labour claim double by-election gain from Reform
Labour have won two council by-elections in Northumberland in wards that had previously been held by Reform UK.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
The race is heating up in north London ahead of next Thursday's vote
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New projection released for Holborn and St Pancras by-election as Labour and Greens fight for seat
A new projecton has forecast the Holborn and St Pancras by-election, in which Labour and the Greens are expected to go head-to-head.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Suella Braverman was left red-faced by Fiona Bruce after complaining that the Question Time audience was very 'Conservative-Labour.'
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Suella Braverman humiliated by Fiona Bruce after complaining about audience
Suella Braverman was left red-faced by Fiona Bruce after complaining that the Question Time audience was biased against her.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
"If I had a penny for every time I've been told I'm not English even though I was born here, I'd be a very rich man." Suella Braverman was called out by a member of the Question Time audience after she repeated her nonsense claims about Englishness.
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Suella Braverman dismantled by audience member over 'Englishness' comments
Suella Braverman was called out by a member of the Question Time audience after she repeated her nonsense claims about Englishness.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
With Labour becoming increasingly vocal in their criticism of Brexit, the latest bookies odds on the UK rejoining the EU have been revealed.
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Latest odds given on UK rejoining EU in next 10 years
With Labour becoming increasingly vocal in their criticism of Brexit, the latest bookies odds on a 'Breturn' have been revealed.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
"You don't know what you're talking about!"
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Jacob Rees-Mogg torched by ex-Newsnight editor in brilliant GB News interview
Jacob Rees-Mogg was given a tough time by journalist Michael Crick as the pair became embroiled in a feisty exchange.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Next Thursday, the Holborn and St Pancras by election will take place in a vote that will be a two-horse race between Labour and the Greens. But on tonight's edition of Question Time from north London, only one of these parties will be represented...
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
"You want to literally pull up the gang plank for others!"
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Suella Braverman's hypocrisy on migration exposed live on GMB
Suella Braverman's hypocritical stance on immigration and migrants was laid bare live on Good Morning Britain.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
"Welcome back - if the British want to come back it's very good news!" 🇫🇷 "Spain would welcome it with open arms and once again embrace our friends in Britain.” 🇪🇸
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France and Spain say they'd welcome UK back to EU with 'open arms'
The leaders of France and Spain have said they would be more than happy to welcome the UK back to the European Union.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The Greens are among those to criticise the PM's comments
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Burnham sparks backlash with 'staggering' Manchester City comments
Andy Burnham has faced criticism after saying he would be “really concerned” if Manchester City’s Abu Dhabi owners decided to sell the club.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The likes of Farage and Tice haven't been too keen to commit to the triple lock in the past
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Reform attack Burnham's plans to scrap triple lock - even though they agree with them
Reform politicians have criticised Andy Burnham's plans to scrap the triple lock on pensions - even though they agree it has to go.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
There is strong public support for the PM's triple lock plans.
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Almost half of Brits support Burnham's proposal to scrap triple lock
A snap poll has found that the public seem to generally be in favour of Andy Burnham's major announcement about the triple lock on pensions.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
French president Emmanuel Macron has labels Brexit the “biggest lie of the last 30 years."
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Macron slams Brexit as the 'biggest lie of the last 30 years'
French president Emmanuel Macron has labelled Brexit the "biggest lie of the last 30 years."
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Any Reform politicians going to tweet about these polls?
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Labour polling lead grows as Reform continue to sink
The contrasting polling fortunes of Labour and Reform show no signs of turning according to two major polls released this week.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
The figures are welcome news for Andy Burnham and John Healey ahead of the budget in four weeks time - and mean that Rachel Reeves handed over a slightly larger economy than previously recognised.
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UK had fastest growing G7 economy in first half of 2026
The UK had the fastest-growing economy in the G7 in the first half of 2026, after the latest figures showed growth was faster than expected.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
For the first time since 2016, a prime minister has said Britain could rejoin the EU.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The PM said Labour would look to "change the electoral system so that everyone's vote counts and everyone's voice is heard."
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Andy Burnham says Labour will run on a manifesto to ‘change electoral system’
Andy Burnham has announced Labour will run on a manifesto to change the electoral system for the next general election.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The PM said he "may pay a political price" for the change, but "someone has to go through the pain barrier and rip the plaster off".
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The government will roll back Thatcher-era policies on water.
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Burnham announces Labour will lift ban on public ownership of water companies
Andy Burnham has announced Labour will lift the ban on public ownership of water companies, paving the way for nationalisation.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Liz Truss is still the butt of the joke in British politics 🤣
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Daniel Thomas, also known as Danny Tommo, has been remanded in custody at Portsmouth Crown Court.
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Far-right activist Danny Tommo refused bail ahead of trial next year
Far-right anti-migrant activist Daniel Thomas, also known as Danny Tommo, has been remanded in custody ahead of a trial next year.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Culture secretary Lisa Nandy has hit out at the Reform leader for his comments following the arrest of the five individuals near RAF Fairford on Sunday.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Ministers have reportedly said it is a question of "not if but how" a rejoin pledge is included in the next Labour manifesto.
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Burnham 'building the case' to put rejoining the EU in next manifesto
Andy Burnham is reportedly going to edge Labour closer to rejoining the EU and move towards a rejoin pledge in the party's next manifesto.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
In his conference speech today, the PM will promise to be honest with voters about his plans to change Britain - and it sounds like this will include ending the triple lock.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Another day, another eyebrow-raiser from a Reform-led council.
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Concerns raised after Reform council REJECTS motion calling for DBS checks
The Reform-run council in Barnsley has been accused of showing 'weak and feeble leadership' after blocking the motion on DBS checks.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
It's sound advice, but is Nadhim Zahawi - who was still a Tory in January - really in the best place to be delivering it?
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Nadhim Zahawi - who started the year a Tory - says Tories 'should be nowhere near government'
It's sound advice, but is Nadhim Zahawi - who was still a Tory in January - really in the best place to be delivering it?
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Reform figures, including Farage, had ignored police requests to not speculate about the identities of the five suspects, who have since been confirmed as British men in their 20s.
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Appropriately for the chancellor, this description of Farage is absolutely on the money 😂
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The London Economic @thelondoneconomic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
At a time when tensions over Channel crossings have reached fever pitch, the statistics show that progress is being made – a truth which may prove to be inconvenient for some.
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One for the 'patriots': Small boat crossings drop 42%, to a four-year low
It's good news, but not everyone is happy with the latest small boat crossings figures - and the PM himself says more needs to be done.
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