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Hundreds of knives seized from visitors to the House of Commons
Police confiscate more than a 12 knives a day from visitors to the Houses of Parliament.
Tory strategist Lynton Crosby shares rare analysis of 2015 general election
The Australian election guru says David Cameron won because of his anchor-like political stability.
Political Times: Westminster takes a break, Corbyn takes off and Cruddas takes aim
IBTimes UK takes a look at this week's Westminster gossip and political news.
Corbyn-omics: Labour left frontrunner wants a £10 minimum wage and abolition of business tax subsidies
Jeremy Corbyn, the Labour leadership candidate ahead in the polls, has unveiled his economic plan.
Scottish National Party stages takeover of Labour's opposition seats in Parliament
The SNP criticise the Labour party for failing to oppose the Tory government's welfare cuts.
George Osborne told to 'sit down' in furious outburst by Commons' speaker John Bercow
'Chancellor, sit down man! I told you to sit down, sit down!' shouted Bercow, as Osborne fielded questions on the economy.
UK vs Isis: David Cameron warns of Islamic State poisoning minds of young British Muslims
Prime minister to launch review into how to boost 'integration' in Muslim communities.
Meet Roger Mullin: The SNP 'giant killer' who took Gordon Brown's seat
Exclusive: The SNP Treasury spokesman talks about life in the Commons and the election victory.
Tim Farron beats Norman Lamb to become new Liberal Democrat leader
BREAKING: Former party president will become Nick Clegg's successor after a crushing general election.
BBC could face a 'subscription service' future says Culture Secretary John Whittingdale
The top Tory says the flat rate licence fee is 'regressive' and could be scrapped.
David Cameron loses fight over MP pay as watchdog increases salaries to £74,000
The prime minister had reportedly asked Ipsa not to make the remuneration move.
Home Secretary Theresa May vetoes police use of water cannons to quell riots
Theresa May said the deployment of water cannons would change the face of British policing.
Mhairi Black blasts George Osborne and Labour in blistering SNP maiden speech
Paisley MP is the youngest representative in parliament since the 1832 Reform Act.
Fox hunting ban: Hundreds celebrate outside parliament as David Cameron shelves vote
The prime minister's U-turn was greeted with cheers by animal welfare demonstrators.
Fox hunting ban: SNP vote against 'arrogant' Conservative government to scupper legislation relaxation
Tory rebels, Labour and the SNP will all vote against the government in the commons.
Summer budget 2015: George Osborne's speech in full
Read the Conservative chancellor's full emergency budget here.
Labour MP Simon Danczuk reveals fight against child abuse led to depression
The Rochdale representative is now seeking help to combat the mental health condition.
Labour 'open' to RAF air strikes on Islamic State in Syria after Tunisia beach attack
Prime Minister David Cameron has said the West needs to 'crush' Isis in Iraq and Syria.
Summer budget: GDP results beat expectations before George Osborne unveils big plan
The chancellor will be boosted after the ONS said the UK economy grew by 0.4% at the start of 2015.
Westminster renovation: Parliament building work could cost £5.7bn and take 32 years
Report to Parliamentarians Thursday breaks out five separate scenarios for renovations at Westminster.
Thousands of green-minded voters flock to Westminster to lobby MPs over climate change
Organisers claim more than 9,000 people attended the event near the House of Commons.
UK prisons in crisis: Privatisation, cuts and overcrowding a recipe for anarchy
Weekend prison riot linked to government cuts, "crisis" in British prisons, say officials.
David Cameron faces EU referendum bill rebellion as Tory MPs plot challenge
The draft legislation on the promised historic vote will reach its committee stage in the Commons.
Charles Kennedy death: Sudden loss 'caused by alcoholism' family reveals
The former Liberal Democrat was found dead at his Fort William home on 1 June aged just 55.
The Miliband brothers return: Ed warns of inequality as David plans UK comeback
Ed spoke in the House of Commons just hours after David's autumn speech in London was announced.
George Osborne swings axe: Chancellor announces £3bn cuts and £1.5bn Royal Mail sale
Chancellor uses Queen's Speech debate to announce government sale of remaining 30% stake in Royal Mail.
Charles Kennedy tributes: MPs pay respects to 'golden boy of the Highlands'
Prime Minister David Cameron led tributes in the Commons to former Liberal Democrat leader.
Charles Kennedy death: Nick Clegg pays tribute to 'gifted and gentle' former Lib Dem leader
The Scotsman passed away aged just 55 at his home in Fort William yesterday.
Labour leadership: Yvette Cooper moves into Chuka Umunna's pro-business patch
Shadow home secretary plans to criticise some of Ed Miliband's economic policies.
David Cameron promises to make NHS first seven-day health service in 'One Nation' speech
Newly re-elected prime minister will speak at GP surgery in West Midlands today.