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“Sunak losing control as Tory rebellions grow” is the headline on the front of the i, as the paper reports that the prime minister is facing mounting pressure on multiple fronts. The PM is due to make decisions on issues such as energy, housing, policing and transport, the paper says, adding that it is understood that Mr Sunak is considering U-turning on his promise to ban onshore wind. Former Chancellor George Osborne has warned that the government is “not in control” of events, the i adds.

i Front Page 3rd of February 2026

The Met is assessing allegations that Lord Mandelson, while business secretary, shared confidential No 10 material with Jeffrey Epstein. Emails cited in reports suggest he tipped him off about a PM resignation and a major eurozone bailout. He also faces questions over a possible $75,000 payment.

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i Front Page 2nd of February 2026

Andrew and Labour peer Peter Mandelson are urged to testify to US lawmakers after new Epstein revelations. The PM faces calls to strip Mandelson’s peerage and expel him from Labour. Andrew may face legal action in Britain. Ministers say cooperation is needed to deliver justice for victims.

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i Front Page 31st of January 2026

New polling shows 51% want Labour to change leader, with only 21% backing the PM to stay. His rating drops to a record -49. For the first time he loses support from voters who backed Labour in 2024. Andy Burnham leads potential replacements on 24%. Reform leads: 32%, Labour 20%, Tories 17%, Greens 13%.

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i Front Page 30th of January 2026

Ministers plan to restart deportations of asylum seekers to Syria. The Home Secretary is pushing enforced returns despite officials’ concerns about safety and conditions. Modelled partly on Danish policy, the move forms part of wider reforms to cut small‑boat crossings.

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