'We're heading for a decade of Labour rule': PM's former aide joins effort to oust him

PM: UK won't accept return of asylum seekers from Ireland

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said he's not going to accept the return of asylum seekers from Ireland, adding he was confident the Rwanda Bill complied with international obligations. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM: I disagree with Poulter's comments about NHS

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said he doesn't agree with comments made by Tory defector Dan Poulter, arguing it was the 'common sense majority position' of the country to reform the welfare system. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer welcomes Poulter to Labour after defection over NHS

Labour leader Keir Starmer has welcomed Dan Poulter to his party, saying his defection speaks for many Tory voters. Mr Poulter, who is also a doctor, said he is unable to provide NHS patients with quality treatment due to the Tory's mismanagement of the health service. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Labour: Chaos within Tories as elections loom

Labour's deputy campaign co-ordinator, Ellie Reeves, has said there is 'chaos and infighting' within the Conservative Party ahead of the local elections this week. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Stride 'bemused' by Poulter's defection to Labour

Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride has said he is 'bemused' by Dan Poulter's comments that the Conservatives have become a 'nationalist party of the right'. The former health minister and mental health doctor announced he would be defecting to Labour as he could no longer look his NHS colleagues, patients and constituents in the eye. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Minister defends government as Tory MP defects to Labour

Policing minister Chris Philp has defended the government's record on the NHS, after former Conservative MP Dr Dan Poulter defected to Labour. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Happy Birthday, Mariah Carey!

Happy Birthday, Mariah Carey!. Mariah Carey turns 55 years old today. Here are five fun facts about the singer. 1. She was named after the song, “They Call The Wind Maria.”. 2. The World Music Awards  honored her as the world's best-selling recording artist of the 1990s. 3. She won two Grammys following her debut album. 4. Carey is known for her five-note octave and whistle register. 5. Her holiday album, ‘Merry Christmas,’ is one of the best-selling Christmas albums of all time. Happy Birthday, Mariah Carey!