The PM and Sir Keir Starmer have endorsed a new accord that cedes certain fishing rights and aligns food standards with the European Commission, prompting the Reform deputy to condemn it as surrendering Britain’s independence.

Senior figures within Labour warn that a proposed Brexit deal, deemed the “worst of both worlds,” risks pushing voters towards Reform UK, creating significant internal tensions over the party’s direction.

Banks caution that planned adjustments to the tax-free ISA allowance could harm savers and fail to boost growth, prompting calls to protect the existing benefits.

Ministers are calling for schools to bolster pupils’ resilience and mental well-being, emphasising the importance of coping strategies and perseverance in everyday life.