Pollsters warn the PM’s newly announced migration arrangement, widely viewed as little more than a superficial headline-grab, is unlikely to sway voters.

Emmanuel Macron has urged closer cooperation between Britain and France to safeguard regional stability, boost post-Brexit collaboration, and address the Channel migrant situation, praising the PM for efforts on defence and prosperity in Europe.

Experts warn of a worsening illicit substance crisis in prisons, with a surge in criminal activity fuelled by a more lucrative and diverse drugs market.

Lord O’Neill, an ex-Treasury minister, warns Reeves may have to abandon her promise not to raise taxes for working people or risk sacrificing the government’s other priorities.