Rachel Reeves stands accused of orchestrating a “tax time bomb” that could intensify the UK’s economic downturn and heighten the risk of recession, with Tories blaming the Chancellor’s fiscal approach and experts warning of escalating financial pressures.

Critics are blasting the newly proposed migrant arrangement with France for its perceived ineffectiveness in preventing continued small-boat arrivals, prompting scepticism over whether the plan can genuinely curb Channel crossings.

Junior doctors have announced a five-day walkout from 25 July in pursuit of a 29% pay rise, prompting accusations that the opposition leader is “weak” and fuelling concerns about potential disruption to 200,000 hospital appointments.

An official inquiry found that 13 individuals lost their lives due to the Post Office Horizon scandal, with dozens more reporting severe distress and wrongful accusations that have prompted urgent calls for accountability.