Conservative Party

Education Minister replaces Owen Paterson

Reports suggest Greg Barker is to step down as Owen Paterson faces the sack

ComRes survey challenges wisdom of Conservative Party's plan for a ban on onshore wind farms

Greg Barker outlines plans to build on Green Investment Bank success, as Michael Fallon stresses ongoing government support for offshore wind energy

Paper says Esther McVey could replace Pickles at DCLG, with the Communities Secretary moving to become Conservative Party Chairman

Party celebrates strong showing in council elections as seat count more than doubles to 29 and Greens emerge as "official opposition" in Liverpool and Solihull

Early results suggest Greens on track for marginal increase in council seats, as Lib Dem support collapses

UKIP are dominating the headlines, the Greens are enjoying a surge in the polls, but who should secure your vote?

Chancellor's father-in-law lists reasons why UK fracking will struggle to emulate the US, but insists that government should continue to pursue shale gas by focusing on northern areas with 'the worst historical scars'

City financier calls on government not to ignore energy security after instability in eastern Europe