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

Nigel Farage arrives at Reform UK press conference

Party leader Nigel Farage arrives at a Reform UK press conference in Westminster where he slams the government’s decision to delay local elections in nine regions, while major reorganisation takes place. Report by Chinnianl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Farage: I genuinely think I could be the next prime minister

Dan Walker from 5 News speaks to Nigel Farage in Washington DC ahead of Donald Trump’s second inauguration as President of the United States. The Reform UK leader explains why he believes Mr Trump is “what the world needs”, and where he stands with Elon Musk following differences of opinion over Tommy Robinson. When asked if he genuinely thought he could be the next UK prime minister, Mr Farage responded: “Yes, I do.” Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Farage calls for inquiry into grooming gangs at conference

Nigel Farage has renewed calls for a national inquiry into grooming gangs, criticising the Jay Review as inadequate. Speaking at Reform UK’s North West conference, he claimed a targeted investigation was needed into what he described as “deeply racist” crimes. Farage said grooming gangs, “predominantly of Pakistani origin,” targeted white working-class girls and that understanding the scale and motives of these crimes was crucial to stopping them. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Farage ‘thoughtful’ on UK bringing back Shamima Begum

Nigel Farage has said that he is “thoughtful” when asked if the UK should consider bringing back Shamima Begum. The Reform UK leader said that “instinctively” it is not something he would want to do but he is “now thoughtful” about the matter. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

'A completely alternative explanation for the deaths'

Senior Tory MP Sir David Davis has said that "new medical evidence" analysed by a medical expert panel could provide a "completely alternative explanation" for the death of seven babies. This comes as retired medic Dr Shoo Lee, who co-authored a 1989 academic paper on air embolism in babies – which featured prominently in Lucy Letby’s 10-month trial, chaired a panel of 14 experts who compiled an “impartial evidence-based report”, which casts doubt on some of the medical evidence used in the trial. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Griffith defends Conservatives record in government

Shadow Business Secretary Andrew Griffith says the Conservatives left many things in a “very good shape”, but highlights a "failed system" with the state needing "rewiring". Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Badenoch says there's 'a lot more to do' on Brexit birhday

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said there is "still a lot more to do" on Brexit's fifth birthday. Ms Badenoch called for Sir Keir Starmer to "look at where the opportunities are" as she expressed hopes for a trade deal with the US. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Political figures arrive for John Prescott’s funeral

Guests arriving for the funeral of former Deputy Prime Minister Lord John Prescott. Arrivals include: Sir Lindsay Hoyle, Angela Rayner, John Healey, Rachel Reeves, Sir Keir Starmer, Gordon Brown, Sir Sadiq Khan, David Lammy, Yvette Cooper and Ed Balls, and Tony Blair. Arrivals followed by the coffin being carried into the church. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Rayner defends plans to bypass local housing committees

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner defends the government’s decision to bypass local housing committees in reaching housebuilding targets. She says, “we’re going to set the clear standards that we expect to deliver the housing that people need”. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn