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The Liberal Democrat leader said in his letter to the Equalities and Human Rights Commission that nearly ten million people could see their democratic rights "ripped away".

Disposable income is now more than £20 a month lower than it was six years ago after adjusting for inflation, according to new official figures.

The health secretary appeared to leave the door open to joining a customs union - in what is being seen as a challenge to the PM.

Ministers are introducing a series of new measures to better protect pets and wild animals - but critics warn Labour "simply don't care about rural Britain".

The growth of smaller parties and their support is stirring up the next election and could unwittingly decide who enters Downing Street.

From wars, to economic crises, and health issues - there has been no shortage of challenges facing the occupant of 10 Downing Street over Christmases past. Historian Dan Snow combs back through the history books on the Electoral Dysfunction podcast.

Anna Turley said the government has "taken a lot of difficult decisions this year" to "stabilise" the country, but we are now "starting to see that recovery".

The Scottish health secretary said he was "disappointed" by the decision, as he offered to meet with union officials for talks on Monday.

The Electoral Commission said voting should only be deferred in exceptional circumstances and that the move risked "damaging public confidence".

Ministers say the new measures will stop people-smuggling gangs storing small boats or engines in Germany before using them in Channel crossings.