Volodymyr Zelensky arrives in Japan for G7 summit as Washington approves sending F-16 jets The Ukrainian president said ‘peace will become closer’ after arriving for the conference in Hiroshima, Japan Evening Standard · May 20, 2023
‘Peace will become closer today’: Ukraine’s Zelensky arrives for G7 summit in Japan Ukrainian president says ‘peace will become closer’ after arriving for the conference in Hiroshima The Independent UK · May 20, 2023
Rishi Sunak urged by activists to step in to ensure Deposit Return Scheme can launch PRIME Minster Rishi Sunak is being urged to directly intervene to ensure Scotland’s deposit return scheme (DRS) can come into force next year. The National (Scotland) · May 20, 2023
Volodymyr Zelensky arrives for G7 summit with ‘partners and friends’ The Ukrainian president said ‘peace will become closer’ after arriving for the conference in Hiroshima, Japan. The Independent UK · May 20, 2023
Jeremy Hunt hints at tax cuts as he urges Tories not to talk the country down Jeremy Hunt said the push to cut inflation would result in tax cuts The Independent UK · May 20, 2023
Fishermen must not be left out of debate over protected marine areas Record View says Scottish Government needs to take into account the concerns of the fishing industry before rolling out protected marine areas across the country. Daily Record · May 20, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 451 of the invasion US backs effort to train Ukrainian pilots in F-16 jets; Zelenskiy addresses Arab League; Kyiv says it has repelled Russian attacks in Bakhmut The Guardian - AU · May 20, 2023
Biden tells G7 that the United States will support sending fighter jets to Ukraine UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has praised the move by its global partners The Independent UK · May 19, 2023
Rishi Sunak: Britain has moved on from judging people for being rich PM says Labour criticism of family tax arrangements doesn’t bother him, as rich list shows he and his wife have lost £200m The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2023
Sunak to urge G7 support for collective action against ‘economic coercion’ Leaders expected to form council that will discuss response if states such as Russia and China boycott trade for political reasons The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2023
G7 allies to set up team to counter Russia and China’s use of economic coercion Rishi Sunak voiced concerns at the G7 summit about Russia and Chinese attempts to influence other nations’ decisions. The Independent UK · May 19, 2023
Sunak insists personal attacks by Labour leader ‘don’t worry me’ Sir Keir Starmer has suggested the Prime Minister is out of touch with a nation suffering a cost-of-living crisis because of his extreme wealth. The Independent UK · May 19, 2023
What happened in the Russia-Ukraine war this week? Catch up with the must-read news and analysis UK to build ‘international coalition’ for F-16 fighter jets; life in Mariupol a year since Russian occupation The Guardian - AU · May 19, 2023
Schools ‘bewildered’ by very fast rate of change in AI – education figures The Prime Minister has said the UK’s regulation must evolve alongside the rapid advance of AI. The Independent UK · May 19, 2023
The Guardian - AU · May 19, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskiy welcomes ‘historic’ Biden decision to back fighter pilot training; US issues more Russian sanctions – as it happened Ukraine president on way to G7 summit in Japan; US measures aimed at firms involved in Russian energy production
The Independent UK · May 19, 2023 Nadine Dorries calls for a rule change over Boris Johnson’s honours list Former cabinet minister reveals she had asked Boris Johnson about the rumoured appointment.
The Independent UK · May 19, 2023 Zelensky accuses some Arab leaders of ‘turning a blind eye’ to Russian invasion of Ukraine Ukrainian president says Arab states should understand his country ‘will never submit to any foreigners or colonisers’
The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2023 Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty take careful approach to G7 power dressing No £1,650 Valentino coats but no M&S either as wealthy pair seek to tread fine line between being relatable and stylish
The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2023 Discontent among Tory MPs after Sunak changes immigration targets Backbenchers seeking meeting with Suella Braverman after prime minister sets new goal
The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2023 They’re openly saying it: Brexit has failed. But what comes next may be very dark indeed The ‘remoaner elite’, the civil service, the BBC, universities, unions, refugees: anything is blamed but Brexit itself, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland
The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2023 Brexit blame game erupts again: how leaving EU came back to bite Tories Carmakers’ criticisms and migration figures add to pressure on Rishi Sunak, who is not trusted by leavers
Evening Standard · May 19, 2023 Akshata Murty: How the PM’s wife found her First Lady fashion formula Power trousers, high street steals and even some Boden — the billionaire’s wardrobe has transformed over the last year in Number 10
The Independent UK · May 19, 2023 Sunak unable to commit to lowering migration as Border Force bring people ashore A Border Force vessel brought about 70 people thought to be migrants in to Dover, Kent, on Friday, after a small boat incident in the Channel.
The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2023 Sunak and Braverman must look beyond borders to resolve net immigration row Home secretary’s proposal to cut work visas likely to exacerbate post-Brexit staff shortages in low-wage industries
The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2023 G7 prepares new Russia sanctions as Zelenskiy to attend summit in person Ukrainian president to take part in Hiroshima talks on Sunday as leaders target exports to Russia