Norway urges Britain to preserve its oil-based resources amid growing concerns over net-zero ambitions, while rumours of internal strife in Labour highlight escalating tensions around energy policy.

Blair warns that current environmental targets and associated policies are unworkable due to their high costs and impracticalities, urging the Labour leader to adopt a more realistic approach.

Spain and Portugal endured extensive power outages allegedly linked to net zero commitments, prompting renewed debate over the resilience of Europe’s energy infrastructure.

The PM intends to reduce migration in response to a rival party’s rising influence, while opposition figures prepare to challenge these plans amid concerns over potential setbacks in upcoming polls.