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