Rachel Roberts

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murdering the former Conservative minister and Reform spokeswoman, after initially ruling out a political motive.

Police would not speculate on a motive for the suspected murder of the high-profile politician and television personality, known for her Christian conservatism.

It is almost impossible for another lawmaker to achieve the backing needed to challenge the former mayor for the Labour leadership position.

The Reform leader has defended triggering a by-election in his Clacton seat, where he intends to run, with only fringe candidates putting themselves forward.

The political veteran of the French National Rally Party is currently leading in the opinion polls for the 2027 race to succeed Macron.

Trump ally and Brexit campaigner Farage will run in a by-election triggered by his resignation.

Historians hail the significance of the finding, announced just before the 250-year anniversary of American independence from British rule.

Andy Burnham, who is expected to succeed Keir Starmer as the British prime minister, has previously said he would like to see the country re-join the bloc.

China’s recent patrols off the east coast of Taiwan have prompted concern from the UK, France, Germany and the United States.

The Labour party appears to be uniting behind Burnham, although he could still face a contest if another MP decides to challenge him.