UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The IMF slashed the UK’s 2025 growth forecast, blaming President Trump’s tariffs, rising inflation, and energy costs, which will impact growth more than Europe. The International Monetary Fund has downgraded Britain’s economic forecast, warning that the UK
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pays tribute to Pope Francis as a servant of the poor, whose humble leadership brought hope in times of war and suffering. As reported by The Standard, Keir Starmer called Pope Francis
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK candidate Sarah Pochin supported targeted winter fuel aid, clashing with Nigel Farage and Reform UK’s stance against Labour cuts to the allowance. As reported by The Independent, Reform UK’s by-election candidate backed means testing winter
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK leader Nigel Farage supports US chlorinated chicken imports, comparing it to pre-washed salads already found in UK supermarkets. As reported by The Guardian, with Reform UK poised to win the highest number of seats, Nigel
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Reform UK’s growing support in Scotland may benefit the SNP by further dividing the pro-Union vote, according to top pollster John Curtice. As reported by the Daily Record, a leading pollster believes the rise in support for
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Labour MPs oppose £5bn benefit cuts, rejecting proposed disability payment changes and demanding evidence before backing the legislation. As reported by the Guardian, dozens of Labour backbenchers, firm in their opposition to a £5 bn benefits cut, say
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rachel Reeves seeks to ease US-UK trade strains during her Washington visit, while the ECB cuts rates in response to Trump’s aggressive tariff hikes. Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to visit Washington next week for UK-US trade discussions,
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British govt faces backlash over stalled adult social care talks, as Liberal Democrats cite months-long delays and lack of urgency on reform. As reported by The Guardian, ministers face criticism over inaction, as essential talks to build
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Rupert Lowe, an ex-Reform UK MP, has filed defamation claims against Nigel Farage, Lee Anderson, and Zia Yusuf, alleging their bullying accusations were false. As reported by The Guardian, Rupert Lowe, the former Reform UK MP suspended
US (Parliament Politics Magazine) – US Vice President JD Vance warns no trade deal unless UK repeals hate speech laws, urging Starmer to back Trump’s free speech stance to secure US-UK agreement. As reported by The Independent, insiders close to JD Vance
