The Latest Breaking News from ​​Rishi Sunak

What visitors to the British Museum think should happen to the Elgin marbles

A diplomatic row erupted after Rishi Sunak cancelled a meeting with the Greek prime minister who wanted to discuss the statues

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

Michael Gove suggests to Covid-19 inquiry that virus was ‘man-made’

Hugo Keith KC shut the Levelling Up Secretary down, saying the ‘divisive’ issue is not part of the inquiry’s terms of reference.

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

Greece pushes back against claims its leader broke assurances over Elgin Marbles

No 10 said Rishi Sunak felt it would ‘not be productive’ to hold a meeting that could be ‘dominated’ by discussion about the sculptures.

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

Sunak still mulling options to get Rwanda flights in air

Policy discussions are still ongoing to overcome the legal hurdles to allow the Rwanda asylum plan to work.

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

Ex-Tory leader warns Sunak he must find another country to deport migrants to if Rwanda plan fails

‘If it wasn’t Rwanda it would have to be somewhere else’, says PM’s close ally William Hague

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

Sunak missed Greece talks after Elgin Marbles ‘reassurances not adhered to’

No 10 said the Prime Minister felt it would ‘not be productive’ to hold a meeting that would be ‘dominated’ by discussion about the ancient statues.

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

What are the Elgin Marbles and why are they so controversial?

The diplomatic row over the ancient sculptures has intensified, after Rishi Sunak cancelled a meeting with the Greek prime minister at short notice

Evening Standard · Nov 28, 2023

What are the Elgin Marbles?

The Greek prime minister has pushed for the return of the marbles, saying the current situation is like the Mona Lisa painting being cut in half.

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

Greek officials angry and puzzled after UK's Sunak scraps leaders' meeting over Parthenon Marbles

Greek officials say they will continue talks with the British Museum on bringing the Parthenon Marbles back to Athens

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

Brexit red tape risks extending inflation crisis, retailers warn

‘Hidden costs’ of complying with new rules threaten falling prices in 2024, say business chiefs

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023