Rishi Sunak’s approval rating slides again as Starmer’s position improves

Greenpeace activists have said they have scaled Rishi Sunak’s mansion in protest against his new drilling “frenzy”.

Emmerdale fans have taken to social media to share that they were left sobbing as Wednesday night's episode of the ITV soap paid tribute to fan-favourite character Rishi Sharma, who was abruptly killed off last week. Following the character's tragic death, which occurred on the day of his son's wedding, fans were left rather emotional, with Wednesday night's episode causing fans to become even tearier.

Nearly 60 per cent of families punished by the “cruel” two child benefit cap introduced by the Tories are in work.

Rishi Sunak believes it is unfair that prisoners who were wrongly convicted should have to pay back living costs for their time locked up, Downing Street has said.

Friday night’s episode of Emmerdale had fans in pieces after Jai Sharma found his dad Rishi dead at the bottom of the stairs. Jai had just got married to Laurel Thomas the day before and due to an argument with his dad, told him not to come to the wedding. Jai had just discovered his uncle is actually his biological father.The news rocked Jai to his core which led to a confrontation between him, Rishi and Georgia Sharma who arrived for the wedding.

Emmerdale actor Bhasker Patel has broken his silence after fans were gutted following Thursday night's episode after his much-loved character, Rishi Sharma, passed away after 12 years in the village.

Emmerdale actor Bhasker Patel said goodbye to his long-running character Rishi Sharma in a shocking instalment from the Dales last night (27 July), leaving fans devastated. After his stunning exit, which ended a 12 year stint on the smash hit soap, Bhasker appeared on ITV’s Lorraine to speak with guest host, Christine Lampard, where he confirmed the surprise death wasn't his idea.The veteran actor revealed producers informed him they were going to "kill him off".

Anas Sarwar will use a review of universal credit by an incoming Labour Government to push for the end of the two-child benefit cap.

Emmerdale viewers were left completely stunned after tonight's instalment of the ITV soap, as in a heartbreaking twist it was revealed that Rishi Sharma (played by Bhasker Patel) had died in a freak accident.The long-awaited episode finally saw Jai Sharma (Chris Bisson) and Laurel Thomas (Charlotte Bellamy) tying the knot in an intimate church wedding ceremony in the village. But only hours before Laurel walked down the aisle, with the pair's nearest and dearest in attendance, Rishi and Jai's mum Georgia turned up to try and make amends with the couple. What happened instead, was a raging argument between Rishi and Jai once more, as the pained father finally admitted that his adopted son's real dad was his own brother.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Emmerdale star Bhasker Patel has been involved in a number of dramatic storylines since he first arrived in the Yorkshire Dales in 2011 playing the role of Rishi Sharmas. Just this week he threatens to jeopardise his son's wedding, Jai (played by Chris Bisson) in a shocking turn of events, leaving a swirl of sadness through the village. An hour long episode of Emmerdale airs on Thursday, 27 July, with Rishi at the forefront of the storyline.

Thania Garcia Arctic Monkeys, Fred Again, Raye and numerous other British and Irish acts are behind some of the top albums shortlisted for the U.K.’s esteemed Mercury Prize. The annual ceremony is set to take place on Sept. 7 at the Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith, London and will feature live performances from many of the highlighted artists.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Groom Jai Sharma faces more stress in the lead up to his wedding to Laurel Thomas in latest Emmerdale spoilers. In Wednesday night’s episode, 26 July, Jai’s mother Georgia Sharma arrives to watch her son get married for the third time. But on seeing his mum, Jai demands that she leave the village immediately.The family have been at odds since Jai discovered the secret that he’s adopted.

A member of Keir Starmer’s shadow Cabinet has said a Labour Government needs to find the money to scrap the two child benefits cap.

The latest Emmerdale spoilers have revealed that struggling Rishi Sharma is going to be comforted by his nephew Suni. Suni is on hand to help out after Rishi is left even more isolated by his son Jai.Things have been tough for Rishi in recent weeks, after it was revealed that he is not Jai's biological dad. Jai found out by accident while looking for some of his personal documents at home.

Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party suffered a double blow, losing two of out three by-elections as both Labour and the Liberal Democrats overturned big majorities.

Keir Starmer has been urged to "think again" by a leading Scottish children's charity over his refusal to commit to scrapping the two-child cap on benefits.

More than 80,000 children in Scotland have been affected by the "cruel" two-child cap on benefits in the last year. Analysis by the House of Commons Library also found that an additional 20,000 Scots youngsters were placed into poverty as a result of the Tory policy, which was introduced in 2017.

Andy Burnham has called on Sir Keir Starmer to review the controversial two-child benefit cap if Labour wins the next General Election. Sir Keir has faced fierce criticism from within his own party after saying he wouldn't scrap the controversial policy.

Blur’s Dave Rowntree has shared his opinion of Labour leader Keir Starmer in a new interview with NME.The Britpop veteran was taking part in the latest installation of NME’s Does Rock N’ Roll Kill Braincells?! series when he was asked to recall key moments from throughout his career, including his work in politics.Alongside his role as the drummer for Blur, Rowntree has also had a successful career in politics throughout much of the 21st Century – even going as far as to be elected as a Labour Councillor in Norfolk in 2017.Now, following his time in the role, which came to an end in 2021, the musician revealed his thoughts on current Labour leader, Keir Starmer.“Well, the test is at General Elections,” he began, discussing how well he thinks the figurehead is faring with the public. “If he wins the General Election, he’ll be widely touted as the most visionary Labour leader of modern times and will join the incredibly small number of Labour leaders who’ve gone on to become prime minister.”“If he loses, he’ll be regarded as an idiot who wrecked the Labour Party and achieved nothing,” he continued.

Susanna Reid was left with a look of uncertainty and slight concern when she warned Richard Madeley 'we can't say that'. The former This Morning presenter was back fronting the ITV news programme on Monday (July 17) in place of Susanna's co-host last week Ed Balls.