Three MPs promoted a Dubai housing scheme built by businessmen barred from the UK and subject to NCA action. They shared endorsements and appeared at events aimed at British Pakistanis. The episode raises standards questions over MPs backing commercial ventures; the MPs say they were supporting their communities.
An investigation says the SNP directs billions in public grants to charities with clauses that deter criticism of policy, covering gender, alcohol, drugs and safeguarding. Ministers insist funding is transparent and fair. Critics argue it compromises independence and skews civic debate.
Israel says Iran has missiles capable of hitting London, citing activity linked to Diego Garcia as evidence of long‑range reach. The warning has triggered UK–US security consultations and pressure to bolster British air and missile defences.
An alleged Epstein victim says he sent her to Mohamed Al Fayed, claiming the former Harrods owner assaulted her on a yacht in St Tropez. She says Epstein arranged the encounter and controlled her movements. Lawyers urge a full investigation into the alleged trafficking.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed in co-ordinated US-Israeli military action hitting sites in Tehran. Officials said other senior figures also died. Donald Trump welcomed the operation and urged Iranians to reclaim power.
Met officers were directed to provide security at a London dinner linked to Jeffrey Epstein, with his staff giving instructions to police. The disclosures heighten scrutiny of past associations and raise fears the Andrew saga will continue for years, complicating the monarchy’s efforts to move on.
Activists linked to a group that boosted the PM’s leadership bid funded lobbyists to discredit reporters, alleging links to a hostile state after articles probed their funding. A dossier was circulated to party figures and allies. The group denies wrongdoing; calls grow for transparency and press freedom.
Lord Mandelson received a taxpayer-funded exit payment worth tens of thousands after leaving a government-linked trade role, approved despite scrutiny of his past links to a disgraced financier. The payout has prompted questions over transparency, value for money and propriety.
The PM urges Andrew to testify, saying refusal would fail survivors. Newly released US court files relating to Jeffrey Epstein have intensified pressure on him to cooperate with investigators and clarify his past associations.
Andy Burnham will seek a Commons seat in a by-election, challenging the PM’s direction. In a letter he urges a new approach on growth, regional investment and public services, saying current plans lack urgency. The move is widely viewed as a test of the PM’s authority within the party.