David Cameron

Former PM David Cameron returns to UK govt as Foreign Secretary

David Cameron has returned to the UK government as Foreign Secretary, in a stunning comeback for the former premier that highlighted Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's willingness to take risks as he looks to revive his political fortunes, the media reported.

Nov 13, 2023

Will Trump drop in at Modi's Houston event upstaging Pakistan's Kashmir agenda?

Reports suggest Trump Campaign may not want to miss the opportunity Modi's presence gives for influencing Indian diaspora votes ahead of the 2020 election.

Sep 15, 2019

David Cameron caught saying Brexit is a

Speaking to Lakshmi Mittal the head of steel company ArcelorMittal at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, former U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron described Brexit as a mistake, not a disaster. Cameron called the EU referendum on Feb. 20, 2016.

Jan 25, 2018

David Cameron caught saying Brexit is a

Speaking to Lakshmi Mittal the head of steel company ArcelorMittal at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, former U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron described Brexit as a mistake, not a disaster. Cameron called the EU referendum on Feb. 20, 2016.

Jan 25, 2018

One year since UK chose to Brexit: It's still a long, long way to go

Friday, June 23, will see the completion of the first year of Brexit referendum. How much have things progressed in these 365 years?

Jun 22, 2017

French elections 2017: Britain believed in evolution, France in revolution; now things have changed

The voters of France have surprised the world by not backing a far-right candidate in the presidential elections. On the other hand, Britain, which has been known for its reformist history, has opted for a revolutionary zeal.

May 8, 2017

Could Theresa May call an early general election?

The next general election in the UK is not due until 2020, and thanks to the 2011 Fixed-Term Parliament Act it has become more difficult than ever before for a prime minister to call a so-called snap election. IBTimes UK looks at the process of calling an early vote, and at just what would have to happen for Theresa May’s government to trigger a general election in 2017.

Mar 20, 2017

Could Theresa May call an early general election?

The next general election in the UK is not due until 2020, and thanks to the 2011 Fixed-Term Parliament Act it has become more difficult than ever before for a prime minister to call a so-called snap election. IBTimes UK looks at the process of calling an early vote, and at just what would have to happen for Theresa May’s government to trigger a general election in 2017.

Mar 20, 2017

Conservative Party fined £70,000 for misreporting election expenses

The Electoral Commission found that there were significant failures by the Tories in 2014 and 2015, during the Newark, Rochester and Strood, and Clacton by-elections and the general election.

Mar 16, 2017

Rahul Gandhi is still not mature, says Sheila Dikshit; but these 5 young political leaders certainly were!

Here's five politicians who have got it made before reaching the age of 50.

Feb 24, 2017

Former UK PM David Cameron wants to kidnap Sachin Tendulkar, but why?

Tendulkar, meanwhile, has mentioned that Virat Kohli's India Test cricket team is reaping benefits of having Anil Kumble as coach.

Dec 3, 2016

Theresa May asked to clarify Britain's role in India's Operation Blue Star

Ahead of May's three-day visit to India, the Sikh Federation UK has claimed that Britain had played a significant role in Operation Blue Star.

Nov 5, 2016

Witney by-election: Conservatives hold on to David Camerons former seat

The Conservatives have held on to former Prime Minister David Camerons seat but with a sharply reduced majority. Robert Courts won the seat with a majority of 5,702 votes, 45% of the ballot. David Cameron had previously won with a majority of more than 25,000 votes.

Oct 21, 2016

Bernie Sanders backs brother Larry in Witney by-election

US Senator and former Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders has pledged his support to his brother Larry Sanders - the Green Party candidate in the Witney by-election. Voters in the Oxfordshire constituency will elect a new MP on 20 October after former Prime Minister David Cameron resigned from the seat.

Oct 11, 2016

Bernie Sanders backs brother Larry in Witney by-election

US Senator and former Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders has pledged his support to his brother Larry Sanders - the Green Party candidate in the Witney by-election. Voters in the Oxfordshire constituency will elect a new MP on 20 October after former Prime Minister David Cameron resigned from the seat.

Oct 11, 2016

Tata Steel to hold talks with British trade unions

Tata Steel has called for talks to try and secure the merger of its European operations with that of ThyssenKrupp.

Sep 26, 2016

Former UK PM David Cameron resigns from Parliament

The former PM said realities of modern politics have made it difficult for him to continue in Parliament.

Sep 13, 2016

David Cameron resigns as MP: I dont want to be a distraction

Former British Prime Minister David Cameron has resigned as the MP for Witney, triggering a by-election in that constituency. David Cameron, who resigned after the United Kingdom voted to leave the EU, says the reason for his resignation is that he would be a distraction for the current government and he would not be able to fulfill the MP role for the people of Witney.

Sep 12, 2016

China warns UK over £18 billion nuclear power deal

Britain said it wanted closer ties with China, but resisted pressure to sign off on a $24 billion nuclear power project.

Aug 9, 2016

Theresa May takes over as UK prime minister; Boris Johnson takes charge as foreign secretary

Cameron had to resign as the people went against his line and voted for exiting the European Union in a referendum in June.

Jul 13, 2016