Sir Lindsay Hoyle warns that failing to prosecute two individuals accused of espionage risks giving foreign states licence to spy within Parliament, and urges the Home Office to bolster protections for MPs.
Keir Starmer is planning to introduce a digital identification scheme to help address concerns over illegal migration and improve right-to-work checks, aiming to modernise the approach while maintaining secure borders.
There is a growing campaign for a statue to honour boxing legend Ricky Hatton in his home city, recognising both his sporting achievements and his advocacy for men’s mental health.
A dispute has emerged over whether the Royal Navy should be used to tackle small boats crossing the Channel, with the government supporting potential military involvement but the former head of the Navy describing the idea as unworkable and ineffective.
The PM expressed relief as Trump departed following a visit marked by a few tense exchanges, with disagreements arising on subjects such as Gaza, energy, and migration, though the trade deal remains secure.
Former US President Trump has suggested that the UK should consider deploying the military to address illegal migration across the Channel, drawing a response from the PM who regards the matter as being taken seriously by the government.
Trump has told Starmer that illegal immigration is causing harm to Britain and suggested that stronger measures, including military involvement, should be considered to stop small boat crossings.
Trump has called on the PM to deploy the military to tackle the small-boats issue in the Channel, warning that failure to act would undermine Britain’s security and praising strong ties with the US.
Donald Trump urged Starmer to deploy the military to halt migrant crossings of the Channel, as the PM steered clear of a showdown and emphasised the resilient UK–US alliance.
Donald Trump has urged the PM to consider deploying military resources to address illegal immigration, saying it is essential for Britain to take tougher action to prevent unauthorised channel crossings.