'We are now the opposition': Farage can't keep the smile off his face as Reform UK overtakes the Tories in latest poll

Reform UK MPs arrive at Parliament for their first day

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and his four MPs arrive at Parliament for their first day. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Farage predicts trouble for 'inexperienced' Labour govt

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says Labour's new cabinet are the most "inexperienced" people to be in government and predicts that they will be "in trouble pretty quickly". Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Nigel Farage calls for change to voting system

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has called for a change to the voting system after securing 5 seats in the general election despite getting over 4 million votes. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Farage speech descends into chaos by string of heckling

Reform UK leader, Nigel Farage was booed and heckled by a string of audience members as he delivered a speech to supporters and the media. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Justice Secretary: Our prisons are at the point of collapse

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood condemns the Conservative party for leaving prisons “at the point of collapse”. She said, "this crisis is now very close indeed" as she announced a temporary change in the law. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Conservatives: We need the right leader to rebuild trust

Shadow Treasury minister Gareth Davies says that the selection of a new Tory party leader may take time, so the party can ensure the "right person" is picked who would be able to "rebuild trust" in the Conservatives. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Penny Mordaunt loses seat to Labour

Leader of the House of Commons Penny Mordaunt has lost the seat of Portsmouth North to Labour’s Amanda Martin. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Leaders Clash on Tax and Immigration in ITV Election Debate

Seven party leaders and representatives took the stage for ITV's second General Election debate on Thursday evening, addressing issues such as taxes, immigration, and the cost of living. On stage were Penny Mordaunt from the Conservatives, Angela Rayner from Labour, Stephen Flynn from the SNP, Daisy Cooper from the Liberal Democrats, Rhun ap Iorwerth from Plaid Cymru, Carla Denyer from the Green Party, and Nigel Farage from Reform UK. The debate was moderated by Julie Etchingham of ITV News, who asked questions on key topics selected by the public ahead of the event. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Leaders arrive ahead of multi-party ITV debate

Leaders and deputies arrive at TV studios in Salford ahead of the ITV multi-party debate. Moderated by Julie Etchingham, the debate will include Penny Mordaunt for the Conservative Party, Angela Rayner for the Labour Party, Daisy Cooper for Liberal Democrats, Stephen Flynn for SNP, Nigel Farage for Reform UK, Carla Denyer for Green Party and Rhun ap Iorwerth for Plaid Cymru. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer's key team arrive ahead of cabinet meeting

Sir Keir Starmer's team have begun arriving at ahead of a cabinet meeting at Number 10 later this morning. Deputy PM Angela Rayner, Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Chief Whip Sir Alan Campbell were all seen arriving at Downing Street. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Rayner arrives at Downing St. ahead of Cabinet appointments

Angela Rayner has arrived at Downing Street as new Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer begins to appoint his Cabinet. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Angela Rayner: Exit poll is encouraging

Labour deputy leader Angela Rayner has reacted to the general election exit poll, shortly after it was published at 10pm on Thursday. Ms Rayner described the exit poll predicting a 170-seat majority for her party as “encouraging.” Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer: Material difference in Rayner and Tory gambling

Sir Keir Starmer insists there is a “material difference” between investigations into Conservative candidates and officials and the former police probe into Angela Rayner. The Labour leader says: "The Tories caught up in this gambling escapade are openly admitting that they did it." Greater Manchester Police dropped the investigation in May and concluded Ms Rayner would face no further police action. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Angela Rayner sets out Labour's plan for more houses

Angela Rayner says she is "looking forward" to showing what Labour can deliver, as she sets out her party's pledge to build more houses and protect tenants. The deputy Labour leader adds, "I relish the opportunity to prove to people why they elected me". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn