Pensioners receiving disability and housing benefit are set to be included in winter fuel payments, as the government eases its earlier stance on eligibility amid rising concerns over energy costs.

The Government is set to secure radiation protection suits, gas masks, decontamination supplies, iodine, and other essential resources for potential nuclear incidents, working closely with the NHS and the military to address extreme contingencies.

Over-18s could be offered a paid ‘gap year’ in the Army, Navy and RAF to boost recruitment and awareness among school-leavers, with calls on the PM to confirm funding commitments for these new Armed Forces initiatives.

Britain will acquire up to 12 new nuclear-powered submarines, as the PM emphasises the nation’s readiness to stand firm with the West amid the conflict with Russia.