Sir Jake, who served as Tory chairman in Liz Truss’ short-lived government, said the Conservatives have ‘lost their way’.

The largest Reform-led council is due to unveil its “first big savings” from cost-cutting initiatives as opposition parties complain of “poor governance” during their first two months in power.

Watford motorists have been urged to avoid the M1 after a 'serious' crash that has forced police to close a section of the road. Shortly after 8pm tonight (July 9), Herts Police shared a statement on ...