A senior figure has signalled that Britain intends to strengthen its ties with the EU, emphasising a more cooperative approach to trade and diplomacy that could yield expanded opportunities and a renewed sense of partnership.

Ministers are moving to prevent a major water company from allocating executive bonuses from a multi-billion-pound loan, citing the urgency of protecting public funds and ensuring proper accountability.

A senior minister is under scrutiny after holding a notably increased number of meetings with major US tech corporations, prompting concerns about policy influence and transparency in the government’s dealings with powerful digital platforms.

Zelensky has emphasised that Putin remains the principal barrier to ending the war, prompting Britain and the West to redouble support for a peaceful resolution.