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'Empty-minded' Labour's growth push panned by top economics experts

LABOUR have been panned for their “contradictory” and “empty-minded” approach to economic growth by a leading political scientist.

The National (Scotland)

Trump poised to reject Mandelson as ambassador to US unless serious restrictions placed on his activities

Exclusive: Incoming president still minded to reject Lord Mandelson’s credentials as the UK’s ambassador to the US, with reports of splits in Downing Street over the appointment

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer ‘not at all disappointed’ at Labour’s Trump inauguration snub

Downing Street said it is ‘entirely normal’ for Britain to be represented by outgoing ambassador Dame Karen Pierce

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Braverman, Truss and Fox – we have sent the worst of British public life to Trump’s inauguration

Keir Starmer didn’t make the cut for the guest list in Washington DC. But given the company, he shouldn’t sweat it, writes Zoe Williams

The Guardian - UK

Tariffs, Ukraine and Chagos: How the UK could feel the full force of Trump’s second term

The 45th US president’s second term could have major implications for the UK

The Independent UK

How the Southport stabbings sparked violence across the country

Within hours of his attack, posts spread on the internet which claimed the suspect was a 17-year-old asylum seeker.

Evening Standard

The challenges facing Starmer’s Government from the new Trump presidency

Here the PA news agency looks at five of the challenges facing Britain as a result of Mr Trump’s second presidency.

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Most of the world is glad Donald Trump is back, says David Lammy

Foreign secretary says new president is ‘gracious and generous’ ahead of inauguration

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer to fly to Washington 'within weeks' for talks with Donald Trump, signals David Lammy

World leaders are racing to be among the first to get a White House meeting with the new president

Evening Standard

Starmer set for talks with Trump as UK seeks to shore up ‘special relationship’

Foreign Secretary David Lammy said he expected Sir Keir Starmer to make an early trip to Washington.

Evening Standard

Nigel Farage, Boris Johnson and Tory right fly in for Trump inauguration – but no place for would-be envoy Mandelson

Despite Nigel Farage, Boris Johnson, Priti Patel and Suella Braverman being among the Trump enthusiasts in the US for his inauguration, neither Lord Mandelson nor Sir Keir Starmer will be attending the ceremony

The Independent UK

Farage claims chance he could be PM within four years is up to 25% – as it happened

Reform UK leader, who is in the US for Trump’s inauguration, says early election is ‘not impossible’

The Guardian - UK

Want to know the future of British politics? Look to Wales for a grim warning

With a struggling Labour government, the Tories fading and Reform on the rise, next year’s Senedd elections may show what’s coming for the wider UK, says Guardian columnist Will Hayward

The Guardian - UK

Peter Mandelson, our man in Washington: an 'absolute moron' or ruthlessly effective 'prince of darkness'?

“Absolute moron” or ruthlessly effective “prince of darkness”? It’s safe to say that our new man in Washington divides opinion — almost as much as the president to whom he’ll be paying court.

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‘I don’t trust them’: voters wary as Reform eyes possible Runcorn byelection

Nigel Farage’s party starts early ground war as it hopes to overturn huge majority of Labour MP Mike Amesbury

Evening Standard

What the papers say – January 20

Here are the biggest news stories making headlines on Monday.

Evening Standard

UK-US relationship to reach 'next level' under Donald Trump, says Keir Starmer

The president-elect will be sworn in to his second term in the White House on Monday, eight years after he first took the oath of office

Evening Standard

Families of hostages wait for news after three freed on first day of ceasefire

Foreign Secretary David Lammy said ‘our thoughts are with’ British-linked hostages Eli Sharabi, Oded Lifshitz and Avinatan Or.

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PM congratulates Donald Trump ahead of inauguration

In a statement, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer sent his congratulations to Mr Trump.

The Independent UK

Trump to start ‘two year race’ to change America and the world as he returns to the White House

Mr Trump’s swearing-in as the 47th president is set to be followed by scores of executive orders and a massive shift in domestic and global policy as allies hail his Maga revolution while critics fear a resurgence of fascism

The Guardian - UK

Biden welcomes Gaza ceasefire ‘after so much pain, death and loss of life’

US president says it is now up to his successor Donald Trump to help ensure jointly brokered truce deal succeeds

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British-Israeli Hostage Emily Damari Released After 471 Days In Gaza

Three hostages, including Emily Damari, released from Gaza after 471 days. Efforts continue for all hostages' freedom and humanitarian aid in the region.

The Guardian - UK

AI could destroy democracy as we know it

Letters: Under the fifth Industrial Revolution, human labour may no longer be able to bargain for a share of wealth and political power, writes Simon Steyne

Evening Standard

Starmer welcomes ‘wonderful and long-overdue’ news of hostages’ release

The Prime Minister said the hostages and their families had suffered ‘months of agony’.

The Independent UK

Voices: Reeves is wrecking UK growth by alienating wealthy entrepreneurs who bring investment and jobs

COMMENT: Reeves and her boss Keir Starmer do not appear to understand the competition to attract the international rich – and the benefits they bring

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