Reeves promises to ‘fire up’ British defence industry The Chancellor will accuse previous governments of ducking decisions on defence spending. Evening Standard · Mar 4, 2025
Starmer welcomes Zelenskyy’s offer to work with Trump on Ukraine peace deal – as it happened PM says any deal must be ‘lasting and secure’ following fiery Trump-Zelenskyy meeting last week and UK weekend summit The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2025
Labour has humane and popular plans to stand up for UK workers. Why dilute them? Angela Rayner’s employment rights bill is precisely why many voted for this government. Why be embarrassed about a defining policy?, asks Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2025
Betrayed by Labour? 'Right to Switch Off' Scrapped: Now Your Boss Can Call You Any Time The UK government has abandoned plans to give workers the 'right to switch off' outside of work hours, citing concerns about the financial impact on businesses. International Business Times UK · Mar 3, 2025
The Guardian view on Labour eyeing green cuts: they would undermine growth and climate goals Editorial: Bold pledges to fund climate projects now appear under threat, exposing deeper fiscal constraints and policy dilemmas within the government The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2025
Bus Passes, NHS, and Pensions at Risk – Is Anything Safe from Keir Starmer’s Cuts? Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s decision to slash foreign aid from 0.5% to 0.3% of GDP has raised eyebrows within his own party. The Fashion Central · Mar 2, 2025
Labour set to U-turn on giving workers 'right to switch off' LABOUR are set to U-turn on a proposal to give workers the "right to switch off" outside of working hours for fear it will place too much… The National (Scotland) · Mar 2, 2025
The world has changed – it’s time for a radical Labour rethink on the economy With Trump’s true intentions clear, new thinking is needed to fund UK defence, be it fully seizing Russian assets or reversing Hunt’s NI cuts The Guardian - UK · Mar 2, 2025
PM speaks of ‘driving purpose’ to unite Nato allies after White House clash Sir Keir Starmer is gathering European leaders in London to forge a common position on ending the war in Ukraine. Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2025
Reeves loans £2bn in frozen Russian assets to fund weapons in Ukraine The UK is further bolstering its support for Ukraine as the PM warns now is a ‘turning point’ in the conflict The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,102 These are the key developments on day 1,102 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Mar 2, 2025
What the papers say – March 2 The Ukraine conflict continues to dominate the news agenda on Sunday. The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2025
European leaders gather in London to forge common purpose on Ukraine Sir Keir Starmer wants European leaders to be ready to lead peacekeeping efforts should a deal be struck. The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2025
European leaders meet in London to forge Ukraine peace plan as Starmer pushes for defence boost Sir Keir Starmer wants European leaders to be ready to lead peacekeeping efforts should a deal be struck. Evening Standard · Mar 2, 2025
Top News · Mar 1, 2025 UK And Ukraine Sign .8 Billion Loan Agreement Ukraine secures .8 billion loans from the UK to enhance financial support amid geopolitical tensions.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 1, 2025 Cash Isas: pressure grows against rumoured move to £4,000 allowance Research shows strong support for keeping tax-free accounts in their current form with £20,000 annual limit
The National (Scotland) · Feb 28, 2025 Keir Starmer gives unelected Labour ally top UK minister role KEIR Starmer has given a ministerial position to a close ally in the unelected House of Lords ...
The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2025 Starmer to hold talks with Zelenskyy and Meloni before Ukraine defence summit Prime minister to host more than a dozen countries over weekend as Europe tries to secure deal to end war
The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2025 Cutting ‘waste’ or more tax: how Reeves could appease OBR in spring statement A weak economy, higher borrowing costs and increased defence spending will mean tough decisions
The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2025 Building society ‘inundated’ with worried customers over possible ISA shake-up Leeds Building Society said it heard from hundreds of its members concerned bout the potential overhaul.
The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2025 Is it time to scrap the Cash ISA? Experts’ view on Rachel Reeves’ controversial plan to get UK investing SAVING VS INVESTING: Rachel Reeves has discussed reform with City execs and a cut to a £4,000 limit is one possible outcome
The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2025 Starmer leaves door open for more tax rises and spending cuts in spring Budget But the prime minister also tried to play down fears of a repeat of Rachel Reeves’ shock £40 billion tax rise Budget
The National (Scotland) · Feb 27, 2025 Labour pledge to invest £8.3 billion into GB Energy in doubt amid UK Treasury silence THE £8.3 billion Labour promised to invest in GB Energy by the middle of 2029 is in doubt ...
The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2025 Income tax will have to rise, ex-Bank of England chief warns, as he blasts Reeves’ ‘irresponsible’ promises Mervyn King says there is ‘no harm’ in raising the basic rate of income tax as he urged Rachel Reeves to act over ‘silly things’ said before the election
The Guardian - UK · Feb 27, 2025 Ukraine’s economy could grow by 5% next year if hostilities end, EBRD says European reconstruction bank will help rebuild country if peace is agreed but a lasting end to conflict is needed