Spanish police are set to operate in Gibraltar under a UK‑EU treaty, with powers to make arrests, conduct checks and oversee the border at the airport and port. Ministers say it protects fluid travel and trade; critics call it a breach of sovereignty and a broken Brexit pledge.

An ex-health minister says the £100bn funding boost delivered almost no improvement, with productivity stalling and waiting lists staying high. He argues that pouring in cash without reform was misguided, urging an overhaul of management, incentives and technology to improve outcomes and value.

Lord Mandelson was arrested after police were alerted he was preparing to leave the UK. Officers detained him to mitigate a perceived flight risk during an ongoing investigation. He surrendered his passport, was questioned and bailed. He denies wrongdoing.

Lord Mandelson was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office amid a probe linked to Jeffrey Epstein. Taken from his London home and questioned, he was bailed while inquiries continue. The development poses a political test for the PM and Labour.