A recent poll has found that the majority of Republicans continue to disapprove of gay marriage. This stance sets them apart from a majority of Americans who support marriage equality. The data highlights a divide within the party on this issue.

Labour's Bridget Phillipson responded to JK Rowling's criticism of the party, where the Harry Potter author accused Labour of "abandoning women." Phillipson sent a message to Rowling in light of her comments.

A Tory MP's fury was sparked after he was ditched at the last minute to make way for Douglas Ross, with claims that he was "too sick" to stand. The ex-minister criticized his own party for what he called a "factual inaccuracy," just days after Rishi Sunak was accused of lying about Keir Starmer and Labour's tax plans.

The Liberal Democrats are facing a lawsuit from a former candidate who claims he was removed from his position because of his Christian beliefs. David Campanale, a former BBC journalist, is taking legal action against the party with the support of the bishops of Winchester and Guildford, two key target seats for the Lib Dems.

The Conservative Party is facing a last-minute rush to find candidates for up to 141 vacant seats, with Tory chairman Richard Holden throwing his hat into the ring in a bid to secure a seat. In a 48-hour scramble, the party is working to fill the vacancies with Holden being the most prominent figure to step forward.