Category: UK Politics

Ex-Reform MP Rupert Lowe will not face criminal charges 5 minutes ago BBC Rupert Lowe, the MP for Great Yarmouth, will not face criminal charges in relation to an allegation of threats, the Crown Prosecution Service has said. Malcolm Mc Haffie, head of the CPS, said it made the decision “following a thorough and detailed… Continue reading Ex-Reform MP Rupert Lowe will not face criminal charges

MP charged over sex assaults at London’s Groucho Club 3 hours ago Zoe Applegate BBC News, Suffolk PA Media An MP has been charged with two counts of sexual assault that allegedly took place at London’s Groucho Club, the Metropolitan Police have said. Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP Patrick Spencer is accused of two… Continue reading MP charged over sex assaults at London’s Groucho Club

Cooper backs PM over ‘island of strangers’ remark Jennifer McKiernan EPA-EFE/Shutterstock Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has defended the language used by Sir Keir Starmer in a speech to unveil plans to cut immigration. The prime minister said on Monday the UK risked becoming an “an island of strangers” without stricter controls. The phrase has led… Continue reading Cooper backs PM over ‘island of strangers’ remark

Labour’s immigration plans at a glance NurPhoto via Getty Images Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled Labour’s long-awaited plans to cut levels of immigration into the UK. The prime minister said the white paper, setting out proposals for future laws, would make the system “controlled, selective and fair”. Here is a summary of the key measures.… Continue reading Labour’s immigration plans at a glance

Labour to unveil big immigration plans next week – but will they win back votes? 20 hours ago Laura Kuenssberg Presenter, Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg•@bbclaurak BBC “A failed free market experiment” – that’s how the home secretary will describe the approach that’s seen vast numbers of people from around the world come to the UK… Continue reading Labour to unveil big immigration plans next week – but will they win back votes?

Chris Mason: Starmer can claim limited win with America deal It is turning out to be quite the month for trade deals of various complexions. There was the one with India earlier this week, now the pact with the US – and a new deal with the European Union is expected the week after next… Continue reading Chris Mason: Starmer can claim limited win with America deal

What is in the UK-US tariff deal? 50 minutes ago Jennifer Meierhans Business reporter, BBC News Getty Images The US and the UK have reached a deal over tariffs on some goods traded between the countries. US President Donald Trump’s blanket 10% tariffs on imports from countries around the world remains in place and still… Continue reading What is in the UK-US tariff deal?

Henry Zeffman: Trump deal is a significant achievement for Starmer 2 hours ago Henry Zeffman Chief political correspondent EPA The UK has been desperate for a deal of this sort with the US since President Donald Trump unleashed his wave of global tariffs. So have other countries. But it seems the UK has got there… Continue reading Henry Zeffman: Trump deal is a significant achievement for Starmer

Act now to win back Red Wall voters, Labour MPs say 1 hour ago Becky Morton Political reporter PA Media A group of around 45 Labour MPs have called on the government to “act now” to win back voters in northern England and the Midlands. The Labour Red Wall Group, which represents areas which have… Continue reading Act now to win back Red Wall voters, Labour MPs say

Winter fuel cuts were factor at elections, says minister 7 minutes ago Paul Seddon Political reporter Getty Images Restricting winter fuel payments dented Labour’s support at last week’s local elections, the health secretary has acknowledged. Wes Streeting told the BBC many voters “aren’t happy” with the move, adding it had “come up on the doorstep”… Continue reading Winter fuel cuts were factor at elections, says minister