Sunday Times Front Page 15th of November 2020

The Sunday Times suggests a “chumocracy” rules at the heart of government after finding an influential lobbyist advised health ministers and later sent information about the UK’s coronavirus response to private clients. The paper says George Pascoe-Watson was hired by the Department of Health on 9 April and discussed strategy “daily” with test-and-trace minister Lord Bethell until 7 October. The Sunday Times claims he later sent an email to clients saying he had been “privately advised” about restrictions due to come into force. Mr Pascoe-Watson says he fully declared his private sector role and responsibilities and denies sending information gleaned from calls about test-and-trace to clients.

Sunday Times Front Page 1st of February 2026

The PM urges Andrew to testify, saying refusal would fail survivors. Newly released US court files relating to Jeffrey Epstein have intensified pressure on him to cooperate with investigators and clarify his past associations.

Sunday Times Front Page 25th of January 2026

Andy Burnham will seek a Commons seat in a by-election, challenging the PM’s direction. In a letter he urges a new approach on growth, regional investment and public services, saying current plans lack urgency. The move is widely viewed as a test of the PM’s authority within the party.

Sunday Times Front Page 18th of January 2026

The PM condemned new US tariffs linked to a renewed push to buy Greenland, describing the approach as coercive. Britain is consulting allies on a response and warns the levies could hit UK and European firms. Denmark and Greenland leaders have rejected any sale.

Sunday Times Front Page 11th of January 2026

Reports indicate the death toll from nationwide protests in Iran has climbed into the hundreds amid an intensified crackdown. Hospitals are reportedly treating large numbers of injured. The US and allies say they support the demonstrators and are considering steps to pressure the regime.