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Ofcom launches new investigations and research into active politicians in the news
The communications regulator has launched two investigations in response to the coverage on GB News and Talk TV. Furthermore, new research is being conducted into public perceptions of politicians in the news.
British politicians paid handsomely to appear on 'Russian propaganda' TV network
A number of prominent British MPs have defended receiving heft pay checks for speaking appearances on the broadcaster RT, formerly Russia Today.
Alex Salmond criticised for hosting new chat show on Kremlin-backed RT
The Kremlin-backed television station has faced criticisms in recent years owing to its controversial viewpoints.
Theresa May plunges UK into uncertainty as Tory majority is slashed ahead of Brexit talks
'Strong and stable' British prime minister left 'weak and wobbly' after disastrous election.
Alex Salmond ousted in Gordon as Tories deal major blow to SNP
Former SNP leader receives 35.9% of votes to Colin Clark's 40.7%.
United States must follow international law, warns Alex Salmond
The Scottish politician said investigations have to be carried out before military action is justified.
An independent Scotland could abandon the pound says Alex Salmond
Former first minister previously argued that Scotland would be able to keep using sterling.
Bookmakers put Scottish independence odds-on favourite by 2025
William Hill indicates a second independence referendum will likely lead to Scottish secession from the UK.
Labour will be irrelevant in future Scottish elections
Kezia Dugdale should have campaigned for a Scottish Home Rule mandate and repatriating EU powers to Scotland.
Question Time recap: Salmond says Sturgeon has a mandate to push for a second Scottish Referendum
Emily Thornberry mocked for asking Leave voters 'did you vote to take your neighbour's jobs?'
Prime Minister Theresa May rules out Scottish veto over Brexit
Tory PM said she will listen to Scotland's concerns, but won't let them stop Brexit.
Alex Salmond says new Scottish independence vote will happen in autumn 2018
In 2014, SNP said the indepdendence referendum was a 'once in a generation' event.
Chilcot report: Politicians and public react to Iraq War report on Twitter
Thousands have taken to social media to react to the Chilcot report after a seven-year wait.
Brexit could be 'heads I win, tails you lose' for Scottish independence supporters
Though a Leave vote might lead to independence, SNP are prating for Remain.
Scottish elections 2016: How left-wing is the SNP?
SNP says it is a centre-left anti-austerity party but froze council tax, piling pressure on local services.
Horse race loving MPs handed £6,000 of freebies for Aintree and Cheltenham Festival
Tickets from bookmakers and the Jockey Club were disclosed in the Commons' register of interests.
EU referendum: Farage accepts Salmond's throwdown to debate membership
Salmond also said David Cameron has 'been sensitive about debating with people in recent history'.
SNP firebrand Alex Salmond makes 'shoot from hip' LBC Radio debut
Station says no subjects will be off limits for the former First Minister of Scotland.
Donald Trump and Alex Salmond trade insults as Scottish wind farm appeal is rejected
US presidential candidate had hoped to block a wind farm being built near his golf course.
Shaker Aamer: Video shows Guantanamo Bay prisoner saying UK police witnessed torture
Shaker Aamer was suspected by US authorities of being an Islamist militant.
Alex Salmond claims Tony Blair knew Shaker Aamer was being tortured
SNP's former leader says it is 'not unreasonable' Blair and Jack Straw knew of abuse of Aamer.
Alex Salmond: SNP firebrand criticised after 'Tony Benn birling in his grave' remarks
Emily Benn has urged the MP and former SNP leader to retract his comments.
Syria air strikes: Watch Alex Salmond blast David Cameron over 'terrorist sympathisers' remarks
The SNP firebrand urged the prime minister to apologise for the 'deeply insulting' comments.
Shortened Cenotaph ceremony angers Alex Salmond as Remembrance Day looms
SNP firebrand accused the government of 'tampering' with the 8 November event.
Modi UK visit: Jeremy Corbyn and Alex Salmond concerned over India's human rights record
Nearly 40 British MPs have raised concerns over India's human rights record under PM Modi.
Alex Salmond: Ex SNP leader posed as Star Trek's Captain Kirk while trying to board BA flight
Salmond was almost barred from flying on the flight back to Scotland this summer because he used the name.
One year on: Battle of words between Sturgeon and Cameron, but Scottish leader has already won
Cameron needs to make good on promises if he wants to avoid the very real possibility of an early second referendum.
Scottish referendum: Union faces fresh threat as Scots pick break away in new vote
First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon describes the Ipsos MORI poll as 'sensational'.
Scotland: Nicola Sturgeon pushes for BBC reform and new TV channel and second radio station
First Minister seeks to decentralise the BCC with a new federal structure.
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.