Darren Jones defends Rachel Reeves for misrepresenting tax increases to cabinet
PM’s chief secretary denies any lying as Reeves faces claims she hid OBR surplus forecasts.
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UK special forces accused of policy to kill Afghan fighting-age men
According to a senior commander, he alerted the leadership of the UK special forces, but they "consciously decided" to conceal it.
What’s new in this month’s redesigned UK passports?
The Home Office says this is the first fully new UK passport design in five years. Here are the key changes and their impact.
Starmer-Reeves : The PM denies misleading the cabinet or voters while insisting he is "proud" of the budget
Sir Keir Starmer termed Rachel Reeves' controversial wage, social, and child poverty budget a "moment of personal pride." Quote: "There was no misleading." Despite a £4 billion excess, Reeves denied deception. As Starmer explains, welfare makes people impoverished. He urged the UK to "face the facts" about Brexit and repair EU relations.
When the CEO was listed as a UAE resident, Revolut failed to notify UK regulators
Revolut failed to notify UK authorities that CEO Nik Storonsky lived in the UAE before documents showed this, raising worries while the fintech awaits a banking licence. After his family office listed him in the UAE and Revolut in the UK, authorities requested reassurance, but the company said the transfer had no influence on management.gement.
US and UK agree to zero pharmaceutical tariffs
In exchange for three years of no tariffs on British drugs, the UK agreed to spend more on NHS drugs and make it harder for new treatments to get approved. The government says the move protects a major export industry after threats of US tariffs, but experts say it could cost the NHS billions as pharmaceutical companies leave the UK.
UK wanted to rejoin Erasmus student exchange
As part of efforts to improve relations after Brexit, a deal to rejoin Erasmus from 2027 is expected in January. France may fight the UK's ban on importing foie gras, even though the decision comes after talks on defense, mobility, food standards, and carbon laws have stalled.
After getting "cabinet feedback," the justice secretary says he will stick to Leveson's suggested three-year sentence level.
Richard Hughes takes "full responsibility" for the watchdog mistake while Starmer tries to get the job of chancellor.
Angela Rayner will propose a change to expedite the workers' rights bill
Angela Rayner has confirmed that Labour’s forthcoming workers’ rights bill will introduce day-one protections against unfair treatment, with ministers preparing to move the legislation forward early in the parliamentary term. The reforms, which form a key part of Labour’s New Deal for Working People, are designed to modernise employment rules, improve job stability and strengthen enforcement.
Trade unions have broadly backed the plans, while businesses are responding with caution but remain willing to engage. Rayner says the changes will be introduced swiftly to address long-standing weaknesses in the labour market and to build a fairer and more predictable system for both employees and employers.
Despite business concerns, the UK will move forward with the 2027 Carbon Border Tax
The UK will put a carbon border tax in place by 2027. This will make things that emit a lot of carbon, like cement and steel, more expensive. Businesses say it could raise costs and cause problems in the supply chain.
watchdog discovered serious shortcomings in vetting and misconduct checks, Met Police is under increased scrutiny
Thousands of policemen may have been hired without adequate background checks, according to the HM Inspectorate.The Metropolitan Police have come under more fire after a watchdog found serious problems with their screening and misconduct procedures.
IOC Encourages Youth Athletes from Belarus and Russia to Reintegrate
The IOC says Russian and Belarusian youth athletes should be allowed to compete under their national flags, while senior-level restrictions remain.
A big international Interpol operation saves almost 30,000 animals that were trafficked
Interpol’s Operation Thunder 2025 rescued nearly 30,000 trafficked animals in a major global wildlife crackdown.
Head of NATO warns Europe to get ready for a potential conflict with Russia
NATO chief Mark Rutte warns Europe must prepare for a possible conflict with Russia, urging increased defence spending.
As central banks signal divergent policies, global markets prepare for a pivotal week
Global markets face a pivotal week as major central banks move in different policy directions uncertainty in currencies.
Amid widespread anti-corruption demonstrations, Bulgaria's government resigns
Bulgaria’s prime minister has resigned amid mass protests over corruption and rising living costs.
