Independent

Former nursing chief Dame Sarah Mullally has been named as the Church of England’s first female Archbishop of Canterbury, making history in the role.

The PM has announced a major policy reversal on human rights laws, aiming to make it easier to deport asylum seekers who arrive in small boats by reviewing how British courts apply the European Convention on Human Rights.

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.

Labour has accused Reform UK of promoting divisive policies, with Sir Keir Starmer denouncing Nigel Farage’s approach as immoral and Lisa Nandy warning such a vote could erode Britain’s cultural foundations.

The Office for Budget Responsibility is set to significantly downgrade the UK’s economic forecast, likely forcing the Chancellor to consider tax increases and making it more difficult for Labour to deliver on its spending promises.

The PM has issued a strong warning that Labour is engaged in a serious contest against Reform UK for the country’s future, criticising what he describes as divisive tactics from Nigel Farage while confirming plans for a national ID scheme ahead of the party conference, as new polling indicates Reform could overtake Labour in the next general election.

The government is introducing a compulsory digital ID card for all UK workers to strengthen checks on the right to work and live in Britain, as part of measures to address concerns around illegal migration and employment eligibility.

Andy Burnham has sharply criticised Starmer for being too factional and lacking a clear plan, warning this risks benefitting Farage and calling for a major change of direction in advance of the Labour conference.

At the United Nations, Trump sharply criticised Britain and Western allies over immigration and climate policy, making several misleading claims and dismissing established environmental policies.

Reform’s proposed abolition of indefinite leave to remain has been criticised as unworkable, with experts, charities, and employers warning it would disrupt the economy, break up families, and is based on flawed projections.