Key aides to the King and the Duke recently held discreet talks, suggesting a potential thaw in their strained relations and a step towards reconciliation within the royal household.

A new proposal from the PM’s deputy seeks to expand workplace regulations, requiring businesses to monitor everyday interactions for potentially inappropriate banter and prompting debate over whether such measures overly intrude on normal office communication.

Tel Aviv condemns the BBC for failing to interrupt a prolonged live broadcast of a controversial gig, amid calls for the arrest of those allegedly inciting hostility at a prominent festival.

The Tories have urged business leaders to oppose new union rules proposed under a workers’ rights plan, warning that tighter employment regulations could inflict serious harm on the UK economy.