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Cathay Wagantall becomes the tenth Member of Parliament to step down this year, citing personal reasons for her departure from federal politics.

A conservative Member of Parliament in Lithuania has requested an investigation into a Muslim organization due to alleged security risks.

A Conservative MP in Canada called for the Liberals to block 'insane and disgusting' practices of giving what they term 'candy sentences' to immigrants convicted of crimes.

Conservative MP Larry Brock, representing Brantford—Brant South—Six Nations in Ontario, announced his resignation from Parliament next month, citing an opportunity at the Brantford Crown Attorney's office.

Former Conservative MP Richard Martel has been appointed to the Senate, a rare move where a prime minister shuffles an opposition member to the upper chamber.

An analysis suggests that Richard Martel's acceptance of a Senate appointment is a symptom of disillusionment within the Conservative party, with thousands of potential jobs still available from Carney.

Lithuanian conservative MPs are proposing to lower the age for universal pre-school education from two years to 18 months, starting in 2028. This initiative aims to better support families in balancing childcare with participation in the labor market.

Conservative MPs in Canada are criticizing the Liberal government's attempt to quickly pass a controversial lawful access bill through the House of Commons before the summer recess.

Conservative MP Luc Berthold, motivated by the death of his son, has introduced a private member's bill aimed at providing young offenders with better access to substance-abuse treatment.

Conservative MP Mike Dawson from New Brunswick is taking legal action to refuse an $8,800 increase to his salary, stating it feels wrong given the current struggles of many Canadians.

Conservative MP Michael Chong stated his trip to Taiwan this week is intended to assert Canadian sovereignty and defy warnings from the Chinese government against sending parliamentarians to the region.

Following an appeal from conservative MPs Radvilė Morkūnaitė-Mikulėnienė and Paulė Kuzmickienė, the Lithuanian Ministries of Justice and Foreign Affairs have indicated they will review the dismantling and removal of a memorial complex in Tomsk dedicated to victims of Stalinist repressions.

Conservative MP Kelly DeRidder has spoken out, claiming the Liberal party used tactics of intimidation and flattery in an attempt to pressure her to cross the floor.

Conservative MP Kemi Badenoch accused Labour of "fiddling while Rome burns" after a Labour MP launched a campaign to declare 2026 the "summer of sex" and expressed a desire to bring sex toys into parliament.

Conservative MP Peter MacKay described floor-crossings as a 'body blow' as reports emerged of ongoing attempts by Liberals to 'poach' members on Parliament Hill.

Former Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu has joined the Liberal party, a move that is expected to broaden the Liberal caucus's views and potentially impact upcoming byelections and Pierre Poilievre’s leadership.

Canadian MP Marilyn Gladu has backed a petition advocating for an automatic by-election whenever a Member of Parliament crosses the floor. The petition, which calls for immediate accountability for voters, has garnered over 64,000 signatures.

A 12-year-old student is being recognized for pulling classmates to safety during the deadly mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, according to a Conservative MP.

Muslim prayers held on Trafalgar Square in London have drawn criticism from a conservative MP who labeled it an 'act of domination,' a comment that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer subsequently condemned.

Kazys Starkevičius, a member of the Conservative party who had suspended his membership, has announced his resignation from the Lithuanian Parliament (Seimas).

Conservative MP Jurgis Razma proposes a bill to oblige politicians to declare all their shares and valid transactions that could lead to conflicts of interest.

Canadian Conservative MPs are pressing the Liberal government to review and restrict health-care benefits for asylum claimants whose applications have failed, with a vote scheduled in the House of Commons.

Senior Conservative MP Geoffrey Clifton-Brown has urged the government to place the UK's largest water utility into administration, warning that predatory hedge funds could exploit customer vulnerabilities.

A Canadian politician condemned the public broadcaster's internal directive instructing staff not to refer to the September 11 attacks as a terrorist attack, arguing it dishonors victims and first responders.

A former Conservative MP, now a Labour adviser, has suggested that securing a return to the EU single market would be a winning strategy for Andy Burnham in the next election, also proposing extended protection for Britain's Armed Forces across Europe.

A former Conservative MP has proposed a new European Confederation, including Western Balkan states, as a way to bring Brexit-scarred Britain closer to Europe.

A pollster suggests it is 'not insurmountable' for the Liberal party to win Conservative MP Larry Brock's seat in an upcoming by-election, despite Brock's 11-percentage-point victory in the previous federal election.

Sources indicate that Ontario Conservative Member of Parliament Larry Brock is expected to resign from his position at the end of the summer.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford criticized Progressive Conservative MPPs for billing thousands of dollars for Toronto hotel rooms despite representing Toronto-area ridings, demanding they repay the money.

A Conservative MP in Canada is advocating for easier access to magic mushrooms (psilocybin) for medical purposes, particularly for doctors to prescribe them for end-of-life depression.

Mark Carney has appointed a Conservative MP from Quebec and one of his principal secretaries to the Senate. These appointments mark significant additions to the Canadian legislative body.

The Chief of the K'omoks First Nation is pushing back against Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's announced opposition to the ratification of their treaty, along with other Conservative MPs.

Conservative MP Corey Tochor has introduced legislation in Canada to legalize the prescription of psychedelics like psilocybin, aiming to reform the country's drug laws and treat mental health disorders.

A Conservative MP stated that First Nations votes will be critical in an Alberta separation referendum, as Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced MPs would campaign for Albertans to remain in Canada.

Sir Jeremy Hanley, who served as a Conservative MP for 14 years and was chairman of the Tory party in 1994, has died at the age of 80 after a short illness.

A woman who raised concerns about the self-swab rape kit firm 'Enough' was reportedly threatened with legal action, including damage to her reputation and career prospects, according to Conservative MP Alicia Kearns.

Prime Minister Mark Carney dismissed Conservative MP Jamil Jivani's recent trade trip to Washington D.C., asserting that he is the sole negotiator with the U.S.

Conservative MP Jamil Jivani, who has a personal relationship with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, is in Washington for a networking conference, with Poilievre suggesting Carney should leverage all relationships.

Singer Billy Bragg and former Conservative MP Sajid Javid are backing a new campaign that encourages English people to celebrate shared values and reject division on St George's Day.

A discussion has emerged regarding the fairness of MPs crossing the floor to different parties, particularly in the context of winning a majority government, following another Conservative MP's defection before a by-election.

After crossing the floor, former Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu is expected to vote in accordance with Liberal values, according to Carney. Gladu had been a vocal critic of the Liberals during her decade as a Conservative.

The Seimas Ethics and Procedure Commission in Lithuania has decided to launch an investigation into the conduct of conservative MP Raimondas Kuodis regarding a journalist.

Sir Keir Starmer reportedly lost his temper during a heated exchange with Conservative MP Bernard Jenkin, who accused the Prime Minister of lacking a "war-fighting mentality" while discussing the UK's role in the Iran conflict.

Conservative MP Dalia Asanavičiūtė-Gružauskienė has appealed to the Prosecutor General's Office regarding "Nemuno aušros" chairman Remigijus Žemaitaitis's statements, which allegedly called the signatories of the March 11th Act "rebels." The comments sparked public outrage during the March 11th celebrations.

The Seimas Ethics and Procedure Commission in Lithuania ruled that conservative MP Jurgita Sejonienė did not violate the Code of Conduct when she referred to the parliament head Juozas Olekas as 'disabled' during a session late last year.

Conservative MP Mike Dawson has refused the raise saying it's 'distasteful' while most Canadians haven’t seen a decent raise in decades

Months after announcing he was leaving politics, Alberta Conservative MP Matt Jeneroux has crossed the floor to join the Liberal caucus. CBC’s Cat Tunney answers some of your questions about the defection.

The Liberal Party is focusing its efforts on the Chicoutimi—Le Fjord by-election to win another parliamentary seat, following the appointment of former Conservative MP Richard Martel to the Senate.

A newly commissioned portrait of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe has been displayed in the Palace of Westminster as lawmakers prepare to return. The installation coincides with the traditional opening of the parliamentary calendar.

Former Conservative MP Nick Boles has proposed a 'New European Confederation' as a potential new arrangement to reconnect the United Kingdom with the European Union, sparking debate in a country still grappling with Brexit's aftermath.

A Conservative MP stated that the prime minister has a 'weak hand' in negotiations with Donald Trump, failing to use Canada’s strengths to build leverage with Washington.

Conservative MP Larry Brock is set to resign next month, which will trigger an eighth federal by-election by mid-April.

A by-election in Quebec is drawing significant attention next month, with political observers calling it a crucial race following the departure of former Conservative MP Richard Martel.

A former conservative member of parliament was found dead at home, with counter-terrorism police investigating possible links to left-wing and/or anarchist groups.

Conservative MP Katie Lam challenged the UK government in parliament regarding the handling of grooming gang perpetrators and failures within the justice system.

Conservative MP Cathay Wagantall has announced she will step down from her Yorkton-Melville seat on August 31, 2026, which is earlier than her previously scheduled departure.

A former Conservative MP and military officer offered commentary on Keir Starmer's challenging week, as the British Prime Minister faces political survival struggles following resignations over military spending.

Alan Haselhurst, a former Conservative Member of Parliament and deputy speaker, has passed away at the age of 88. Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle remembered him as a 'distinguished and respected parliamentarian'.

Conservative MP Gavin Williamson announced the death of his pet tarantula, Cronus, paying tribute to his 'trusty companion.' Cronus was known for occasionally sitting on Williamson's desk in Parliament and the Ministry of Defence.

Conservative MP Michael Chong from Canada has visited Taiwan to meet with its President, a move that defies China's stance on the island.

Mark Carney asserted that Canada has a single negotiator, following a visit by Conservative Members of Parliament to Washington. Conservative leader Poilievre has not traveled to D.C. since assuming his role.

Conservative MP Kelly DeRidder, representing Kitchener Centre, claims a Liberal Party member attempted to persuade her to switch parties. She shared details of the alleged phone call in a social media video.

Conservative Members of Parliament in Canada publicly endorsed Pierre Poilievre's continued leadership, despite recent stumbles that have left the party on the back foot.

A Conservative MP has urged the UK Home Secretary to ban DJ Haram from performing in the UK following a pro-Palestine speech at the Sydney Biennale, which is now under police investigation.

Readers are reacting to the defection of Conservative MP Marilyn Gladu to the Liberal party, raising questions about the integrity of the voting process.

Carney is reportedly on the cusp of securing a majority after attracting another conservative supporter.

A right-wing Conservative MP, known for admiring a South American dictator, has defected to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party, following Robert Jenrick's recent departure from the Tories.

Kemi Badenoch has publicly supported a fellow Conservative MP who faced calls for dismissal after describing public Muslim prayers as an 'act of domination,' further escalating the political row.

Imperial Tobacco Canada, the manufacturer of Zonnic nicotine pouches, criticized a Conservative MP for allegedly promoting unauthorized sales channels of a foreign competitor.

The Central Electoral Commission of Lithuania has revoked the parliamentary mandate of conservative MP Kazys Starkevičius, who is implicated in a large-scale corruption case.

The Lithuanian Parliament's Committee on Legal Affairs approved conservative MP Agnė Bilotaitė's business trip to the United States, on the condition that she participates in committee meetings remotely.

Global Affairs Canada announced the sped-up funding of $8 million to help relieve the Cuban humanitarian crisis