The Government is reportedly exploring the option of funding air conditioning installations in homes through grants, as part of a plan to address increasingly severe heatwaves and protect public health.

The PM and France have announced a new migrant transfer arrangement to address Channel crossings, with the French President attributing the crisis to Brexit while British leaders highlight the policy’s potential benefits.

Plans have emerged to raise revenue from affluent individuals, with the approach privately referred to as a wealth tax but publicly framed differently, sparking debate among Labour MPs over whether the measures will meet calls for fair contributions from top earners.

Experts warn that the state pension’s triple lock may become financially unsustainable, with forecasts suggesting it could cost around £15.5bn by 2030 and potentially force the Government to consider higher taxes or reforms to maintain fiscal balance.