Archive of articles from 2009

MPs' expenses: Bill Cash fights for his political life

Veteran Tory MP and arch eurosceptic Bill Cash is fighting to save his political career today as all the signs point towards him becoming the next politician to fall on his sword.

Muslim leaders get out the vote

Muslims leaders are encouraging the community to vote

Muslim leaders are calling on their community not to stay at home during the upcoming European election because of the expenses scandal.

Don't vote for me, urges BNP candidate

Worcs candidate asked voters not to choose her

A British National party (BNP) county council candidate is asking people not to vote for her over fears she may be branded as racist.

Late abortion data 'should remain secret'

Late stage abortions - should data be public?

Data on late abortions performed because of minor disabilities should remain confidential, the government will argue today.

The cost of departing MPs: £1m

The dozen MPs planning on stepping down at the next election will cost the taxpayer £1 million in golden goodbyes, it has been revealed.

European Parliamentary Election 2009

<i>politics.co.uk</i>'s European Parliament election page brings you the latest news, features, comment and analysis surrounding this year's elections, as well as useful information on the constituencies, parties and candidates involved.

Local Elections 2009

David Cameron wants the election to become a referendum on the prime minister

Local elections will be held on June 4th, on the same day as the vote for the European parliament. politics.co.uk brings you the latest news, features, comment and analysis surrounding this year's elections, as well as useful information on the constituencies, parties and candidates involved.