Labour MPs say Keir Starmer’s leadership is secure until May elections, but the budget is unlikely to improve party prospects against Reform UK.
Starmer defends Labour’s tax rise
Starmer presses Farage over racism claims
Starmer vows steadfast UK support for Ukraine, condemns Russian attacks, backs allied peace efforts and supports plans for a peacekeeping mission..
Starmer calls for lasting peace
Farage pressed over antisemitism claims
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans a £1.2bn fraud crackdown, extending case reviews to curb benefit overpayments as the UK prepares major Budget reforms.
Keir Starmer plans talks with Trump and Zelensky as allies push to revise the US-Ukraine peace plan ahead of key Geneva negotiations.
Louise Haigh slams DPD for firing drivers who opposed pay cuts, as peers call for stronger worker protections under the UK employment rights bill.
Boris Johnson rejects the Covid Inquiry’s findings, angering bereaved families who accuse him of denying responsibility for 23,000 avoidable deaths.
The Archbishop of York warns Rachel Reeves to protect VAT relief for listed places of worship, saying cuts risk historic buildings and vital community services.
UK PM Keir Starmer says SEND reform is urgently needed as new DfE data shows rising suspensions for pupils with special needs. Government delays White Paper for wider consultation.
Scottish Chambers call on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to restore business confidence ahead of the 2025 Autumn Budget amid rising costs and stalled investment.
Andy Burnham refuses to rule out a leadership bid as Labour tensions rise, with MPs divided and polls showing weak support for Keir Starmer’s leadership.
PM Keir Starmer reflects on fatherhood for International Men’s Day as the UK unveils a men’s health strategy targeting suicide, addiction, and wellbeing.
City investors warn rising bond yields could force Rachel Reeves into a second budget, amid concerns over tax plans, spending cuts and UK fiscal stability.
Ex-BoE economist Andy Haldane criticises Rachel Reeves’ budget, warning speculation and repeated mistakes are harming growth and consumer confidence.
Rayner allies reject leadership rumours
BBC fees dispute with Trump
Peter Kyle brands Nigel Farage “today’s incarnation of Enoch Powell’s politics” at the Co-operative Party conference, warning of far-right division and decline.
Ed Davey tells Keir Starmer to demand Donald Trump drop his “ludicrous” lawsuit against the BBC after the broadcaster apologised for an edited January 6 speech.
The Institute for Government accuses Wes Streeting of “chaotic” NHS reforms despite some progress, warning the government is unlikely to meet key health targets.
No 10 aide Tim Allan under scrutiny for holding shares in lobbying firm Strand Partners, raising conflict of interest concerns in Keir Starmer’s government.
Burberry CEO Joshua Schulman calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to reinstate VAT refunds for tourists, boosting UK luxury retail and tourism spending.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK PM Sir Keir Starmer says Number 10 briefings against ministers “unacceptable” and backs Health Secretary Wes Streeting amid cabinet tensions. As reported by The Guardian, Sir Keir Starmer condemned internal Downing Street leaks as “completely unacceptable,”
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Health Secretary Wes Streeting rules out challenging Prime Minister Keir Starmer, calling the rumours “unhelpful” and “self-defeating.” As reported by The Guardian, Wes Streeting denied reports of plotting to oust Keir Starmer, dismissing the speculation as baseless
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Sir Keir Starmer’s fishing rights agreement with the EU may affect UK influence in energy talks, Lords report warns. As reported by The Telegraph, Peers warn that Sir Keir Starmer’s 12-year EU fishing deal could
PM Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves plan major Budget reforms to scrap the two-child benefit cap and cut child poverty across the UK.
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MPs urge Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to halt a 20% cut to the Global Fund, warning it would damage global health and UK credibility. As reported by The Guardian, seven former Labour ministers have urged
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Deputy PM and Justice Secretary David Lammy expressed outrage over a second accidental prisoner release, citing systemic failures inherited from the Tories. As reported by The Guardian, David Lammy said he is “absolutely outraged” after reports emerged
London (Parliament Politics Magazine) – London Mayor Sadiq Khan congratulated New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, calling it a historic win for hope as the city chose its first Muslim mayor. As reported by The Independent, Sir Sadiq Khan praised Democrat Zohran Mamdani’s
Nigel Farage shifts Reform UK’s focus from tax cuts to reducing public spending and national debt, aiming to restore economic credibility.
Badenoch denies retrospective migrant deportations
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Tory leader Kemi Badenoch warns Reform UK’s Nigel Farage’s grooming gangs “solution” risks collapsing trials and calls for a full national inquiry for justice. As reported by The Telegraph, Kemi Badenoch warns Nigel Farage’s plans on grooming
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Justice Secretary David Lammy orders tougher prison checks after a convicted sex offender was wrongly released, sparking a national inquiry. As reported by The Independent, prisons are set to implement stricter release checks after a sex offender,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces £10m extra to protect Muslim communities from rising hate crimes following the Peacehaven Mosque attack. As reported by The Independent, Sir Keir Starmer pledged an extra £10 million in security
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Keir Starmer faces claims of creating a “toxic” Downing Street amid reports of internal briefings against top civil servant Sir Chris Wormald. As reported by The Telegraph, Sir Keir Starmer has come under fire over
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Sir Keir Starmer says Baroness Casey will support the grooming gangs inquiry after four survivors quit, promising truth and justice. As reported by The Independent, Sir Keir Starmer told the Commons that Baroness Louise Casey
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Health Secretary Wes Streeting warns of a “challenging winter” for the NHS, criticizing the use of cafes as wards and pledging urgent system improvements. As reported by The Independent, Wes Streeting warned of a “difficult winter” for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to scrap “arbitrary rules” and cut paperwork, saving UK companies £6bn ahead of the November Budget. As reported by the Independent, Rachel Reeves announced plans to cut red tape and arbitrary rules, aiming
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ex-home secretary David Blunkett backs “work and teach” visa, where skilled migrants mentor UK workers, aiming to ease public concern over immigration. As reported by The Guardian, former education secretary David Blunkett supports calls for migrants to