A fugitive from overseas allegedly sought to create a private force that would oversee key smuggling corridors from Africa to Europe, prompting heightened concern among Western officials over potential security threats.
The PM is considering accelerating national defence spending, while an opposition leader indicates the nation stands ready to expand its security commitments on the global stage.
The architect of a proposed Chagos arrangement has been raided over an alleged “cash scam,” prompting Starmer to call for halting the island handover after a former Mauritian PM was interrogated, amid concerns about Britain’s stance on the issue.
A minister was dismissed for allegedly making offensive comments in a private group exchange about an older individual, prompting swift condemnation and an immediate response from the PM.
The PM has announced more lenient immigration measures, allowing fresh citizenship applications and discontinuing scientific age checks in an effort to streamline the process and address humanitarian concerns.
Rachel Reeves has criticised Labour MPs for hindering her planning reforms, warning that their opposition could obstruct government efforts to drive economic growth and address the housing shortage.
The Attorney General is embroiled in a controversy regarding their involvement in an asylum agreement for former clients connected to the Chagos Islands, prompting calls for transparency from legal authorities.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is intensifying efforts to address government waste by employing private experts to identify savings, amid increasing scrutiny from Labour MPs over economic performance and questioning of the Chancellor’s strategies.
The government’s push towards net-zero emissions will result in significant increases in holiday costs for families, as airlines are compelled to adopt greener fuels, leading to substantial price hikes in air travel.
