Six in 10 say UK not being run competently or with integrity, says poll An Ipsos poll found Sir Keir Starmer is more trusted to tell the truth than the Prime Minister. The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023
Speculation on N. Ireland protocol deal premature, DUP leader says Speculation that a long-standing dispute between Britain and the European Union over the Northern Ireland protocol is close to being resolved is premature, the leader of the Democratic Unionist Party told Reuters on Wednesday. Reuters · Feb 15, 2023
It’s been a decade since Ella Kissi-Debrah died. But Rishi Sunak still drags his heels on clean air for all The PM sent ‘thoughts and hearts’ to the nine-year-old’s family but his environment secretary refused to back clean air targets, says Green MP Caroline Lucas The Guardian - UK · Feb 15, 2023
UK rehearsing economic fallout scenarios if China invades Taiwan Exclusive: Whitehall officials planning strategy to tackle disruption to global supply chains in the aftermath of an attack The Guardian - UK · Feb 15, 2023
Wednesday briefing: What we know about a potential Brexit breakthrough for Northern Ireland In today’s newsletter: A deal on the NI protocol could be imminent. How confident are we that it could be finalised – and what’s next? The Guardian - UK · Feb 15, 2023
Ukraine to dominate Nato gathering as UK promises to ‘stand in solidarity’ Defence Secretary Ben Wallace will meet fellow defence ministers at a Nato gathering The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023
Ukraine to top agenda at Nato gathering Defence Secretary Ben Wallace will meet fellow defence ministers at a Nato gathering on Wednesday. The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023
'Teddi Shaw's treatment would be impossible without NHS - we must fight on to protect it' 'Without our NHS, the only way children like Teddi Shaw would get the lifesaving treatment she's had would be if her parents were millionaires - we must keep fighting for public healthcare' Daily Mirror · Feb 15, 2023
Rishi Sunak considers deal to end wave of strikes among public sector - report The Prime Minister and Chancellor are considering giving workers a lump sum by backdating next year’s pay rise Evening Standard · Feb 14, 2023
Sunak set to join world leaders for Munich conference Rishi Sunak will join other world leaders in Munich this weekend for a conference on international security. The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2023
‘Get it done’: Rishi Sunak under pressure from both sides of Brexit debate on protocol Tory moderates want a deal done now, but hardliners are urging the PM to hold off The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2023
The Guardian view on the Knowsley riot: a wake-up call for Whitehall Editorial: Performative government rhetoric on migration has handed an opportunity to the far right The Guardian - UK · Feb 14, 2023
Lee Anderson says Tories should fight election on ‘culture wars and trans debate’ Party no longer has ‘great ingredients’ like Brexit and Jeremy Corbyn, says deputy chairman The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2023
We’re ready to talk covertly about Brexit failure – but still far from ready to fix it Contrary to what leavers say, it’s not a betrayal to discuss Brexit’s shortcomings – but it should be done openly, says Guardian columnist Martin Kettle The Guardian - UK · Feb 14, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Feb 14, 2023 As Rishi Sunak concludes tortuous Northern Ireland deal, Boris Johnson watches and waits The prime minister has an easier ride than his predecessors on a deal with Brussels – provided Johnson likes it
Daily Mirror · Feb 14, 2023 Brexit and Tory infighting has put businesses off the UK, minister admits Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride conceded that creating "friction" with major trading partners will have an impact, after the head of the International Chamber of Commerce UK said Labour is now winning the argument on business
Evening Standard · Feb 14, 2023 Brexit and political turmoil hindered investment in UK, minister concedes Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride said trade ‘frictions’ will have had ‘an impact’ amid criticism of the Conservatives
Daily Mirror · Feb 14, 2023 Tories should fight next election on 'culture wars and trans debate', says Lee Anderson Conservative Deputy Chairman Lee Anderson, who was promoted by Rishi Sunak last week, said the Tories would likely put a 'mix of culture wars and trans debate' at the heart of its general election offer
The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2023 Six arrested after climate activists block central London bridge Members of Animal Rebellion urged the Government to sever ties with animal farming.
The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2023 What do we know about the alleged spy balloon and other unidentified objects? One giant balloon and three other unidentified objects have been shot down over North America in eight days.
Evening Standard · Feb 14, 2023 Students who fail their maths GCSE ‘doomed to a cycle of exam resits’ A ‘staggeringly low’ proportion of pupils pass after resitting maths exams, MPs have been told
The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2023 Brexit: UK-EU deal on protocol expected ‘within fortnight’ Rishi Sunak faces uphill battle to win over DUP and Tory Brexiteers, as negotiations enter final phase
Evening Standard · Feb 14, 2023 Animal Rebellion activists block Westminster Bridge in Valentine’s Day protest Video showed a passerby dragging protesters from the road as traffic was brought to a standstill
The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2023 Foreign Office spent £500,000 on luxury furnishings in just 12 months More than £7,000 splashed at George Osborne’s family wallpaper firm, while £2,300 shelled out on hand-woven rug
Daily Mirror · Feb 14, 2023 Tory council chief quits with blast at Jeremy Hunt over forced tax rises Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council leader Drew Mellor slammed the Treasury which he said appears 'determined that the future of local government is one of maximum council tax and cuts to services'