With a general election on the way in early July, the country has entered ‘purdah’, officially known as the ‘pre-election period of sensitivity’. Purdah means that politicians – both local and ...

To block any new or controversial government initiatives which could be seen to be advantageous to any candidates or parties in the forthcoming election, or which may commit any incoming new ...

The UK went into 'purdah' after the general election campaign officially began. But what does that mean? The term is used to describe the period between the election announcement and the date the ...

In less than six weeks residents across South Gloucestershire and North Somerset will be heading to the polls. Local elections will be taking place across the country on Thursday, May 2. And while I ...

With just 48 hours until the polls open for the 2024 general election, it is full steam ahead for the main political party leaders. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will campaign in the south-east of ...

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On December 12, 650 MPs will be elected by the British people to represent their interests in Westminster. The last time an election was held in December was in 1923. But now the country is gearing up ...

For the next couple of months, councils across Greater Manchester will be less willing to give their views or provide statements about big issues in their area. While it’s fine for political ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ruling politicians, such as Rishi Sunak, remain in office after an election is called and are subject to strict rules. (PA/Alamy) ...