The PM delivered a speech condemning the Reform leader, promising not to yield to divisive rhetoric, vowing to reclaim national symbols from extremists, ending the Blair-era university pledge in favour of apprenticeships, and announcing new online NHS services to reduce waiting times.
Donald Trump is set to oversee the administration of Gaza with Tony Blair, aiming to implement a 20-point plan intended to establish long-term stability and governance in the region through international cooperation and security guarantees.
Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering extending VAT to private healthcare, which could increase the cost of medical insurance and raise additional revenue for the Treasury.
The PM has announced that patients will be able to access specialist hospital doctors online in an effort to reduce NHS waiting lists, with a new system aiming to create millions of virtual appointments over the next three years.
President Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu have unveiled a US-brokered 20-point plan featuring an immediate ceasefire with hostage exchanges and phased Israeli withdrawals in return for Hamas’s acceptance and the formation of a postwar peace board under Sir Tony Blair, warning that refusal will prompt renewed military action.
Keir Starmer will argue that economic growth is essential to uniting the country and overcoming social and political division, advocating that every community benefits when the economy is strong.
Keir Starmer is set to strongly criticise Nigel Farage at Labour Conference, declaring that the country faces a critical choice between integrity and the agenda of Reform.
Rachel Reeves has indicated that further tax increases are likely, warning households to expect tougher financial conditions and suggesting Labour will have to make difficult decisions in the next Budget to address a substantial shortfall in public finances.
Labour is suggesting possible tax increases as millions of workers could face a rise in their tax payments due to frozen thresholds, with ‘stealth’ changes potentially costing them over £600 per year.
Labour is considering the option of tax rises in the upcoming Budget, as Reeves emphasises the need for fiscal discipline in order to maintain economic stability.