Labour has agreed a new three‑year deal with France, adding £660m to efforts to curb Channel crossings, taking UK funding above £1.3bn. The package supports patrols, surveillance and joint operations targeting criminal networks. Ministers say it will deter departures; critics question results and value.

Calls grow for Morrisons to reinstate store manager Sean Egan, dismissed after confronting an alleged repeat shoplifter. Ex-staff praise his record, while senior politicians argue retailers should back employees protecting customers and goods. The company is under pressure to review the decision.

The PM conceded Peter Mandelson’s vetting was mishandled, saying officials failed to pass on key information. Conservatives accused him of blame‑shifting, increasing pressure on his leadership and prompting scrutiny of No 10’s appointments process.

Labour MPs urge the PM to accept responsibility for errors surrounding Peter Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to Washington, after reports he was approved despite failing security vetting. With local elections looming, pressure mounts and some call for his resignation.