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Trump reaffirmed that he would not halt tariffs on Chinese imports, sparking investor anxiety and a sharp fall in markets as the threat of a 50% charge loomed.

Green guidelines have been relaxed to bolster the UK car sector under shifting tariff conditions, with Starmer indicating that these evolving trade rules reflect a transformed global landscape requiring an updated approach.

China has imposed tariffs on certain US trade measures, sparking global market anxiety and sending the FTSE 100 into its sharpest decline since the pandemic, while the PM considers strategies to shield domestic interests.

Global markets have suffered massive losses following sweeping tariffs from the US, prompting calls for caution from business leaders and the PM as they assess the potential long-term impact on economic growth.

Donald Trump has declared new import levies on British goods at a baseline of 10%, extending a 20% rate to the EU and framing the move as a bold step towards economic self-reliance, with the measures set to begin on Saturday.

Businesses are advised to prepare for potential economic fallout from proposed US tariffs, with the PM choosing not to retaliate while pursuing a more favourable trade agreement.

The PM has acknowledged that impending US tariffs could harm Britain’s economy, with officials describing the negotiations as challenging as they strive for a favourable deal.

The PM intends to strengthen international cooperation and deploy new measures to disrupt individuals facilitating illegal entries, aiming to reduce crossings and enhance border security.

Police have been criticised for arresting two parents who sent repeated emails to their child’s primary school regarding concerns over special educational needs support, with free speech advocates arguing that their criticism should not have been treated as harassment.

The King has cancelled a series of planned engagements after being admitted to hospital for treatment and experiencing temporary side-effects, with officials emphasising that his schedule for next month remains unchanged.