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James Francis Whitehead
James Francis Whitehead is a UK correspondent for Courthouse News Service, based in Manchester, England. He was previously the South America correspondent based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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Farage fights more scrutiny as British police investigate donations linked to fraudster's family
The inquiry adds to multiple investigations surrounding far-right Reform UK figures, as its leader seeks a fresh mandate in a special election boycotted by Britain's major political parties.
Family of killer in UK policing scandal pleads not guilty to weapons charges
The murderer of 18-year-old Henry Nowak is also seeking to appeal his conviction for a stabbing that sparked riots, a police watchdog investigation and criticism from the Trump administration.
Major UK parties refuse to contest Farage special election after he resigns
The decision leaves Nigel Farage facing voters without opposition from Britain's main parties, which criticize the move as a political stunt.
Far-right Farage resigns from Parliament, forcing special election as scrutiny over finances ramps up
The popular U.K. firebrand said local voters should decide his political future, setting up a snap election with consequences far beyond his home district.
Prince Harry loses tabloid privacy case as London visit revives royal tensions
Prince Harry failed to prove the Daily Mail's publisher obtained private information through unlawful methods, ending the Duke of Sussex's latest attempt to hold a British tabloid accountable in court.
UK tightens political donation rules as Farage faces fresh scrutiny over undeclared gifts
The amendments target foreign-linked political funding as the right-wing populist confronts fresh accusations he didn't disclose support from a convicted fraudster, while he faces a separate parliamentary investigation.
UK watchdog probes police handling of murdered teen
The investigation has widened, including whether race or religion influenced officers' decision to handcuff an 18-year-old stabbing victim instead of providing first aid.
Britain to make refugees repay asylum costs under immigration bill
Humanitarian groups argue the plan would burden people who are barred from working; migrants could be expected to repay about $13,000 for help they received.