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Sunak Defends Rwanda Plan At PMQS As Starmer Goes On The Offensive Ahead Of Crucial Vote
Two deputy chairmen of the Conservatives resigned from their roles as they joined dozens of Tory right-wingers in backing amendments to toughen the scheme.
Sunak Says UK Is Ready To Strike Houthis Rebels Once More
Rishi Sunak contradicts Grant Shapps as he warns that the UK is ready to strike Yemeni rebels once more if the group continue to hold hostages and attack shipments.
Starmer Denies Plan for Toothbrushing In Schools Is 'Nanny State' Politics
According to Labour analysis, British children are falling behind their international counterparts when it comes to poor health outcomes.
New Labour Plan Could See Less Children In Private Schools In The UK
In a bid to win the next general election, the Labour Party have pledged to end business rate relief and increase VAT charges for private schools.
COP28 Leaders 'Have Noticed' That Sunak Is Delaying Climate Promises
While attempting to protect the public's personal finances at COP28, Sunak was criticised by international leaders for continuing to delay net zero goals.
Starmer Says Tories In "Open Revolt" As Sunak Left Red-faced At PMQs
At the start of his premiership, Sunak had promised to "stop the boats" but his Rwanda Bill was declared illegal by the Supreme Court.
Keir Starmer Defends Decision For No Ceasefire In Gaza Because It Is not 'The Correct Decision Now'
The Labour Leader refuses to back calls for a ceasefire to prevent a Hamas uprising and calls for a "humanitarian pause" instead.
Keir Starmer Warns Israel But Refuses To Back Calls For Ceasefire
The Labour leader attempted to provide some clarity on his position, as internal conflict within his party threatens to undermine his leadership.
Starmer mocks Tories at PMQs over by-election losses – but faces growing pressure over Israel stance
Sir Keir has faced criticism since appearing to say Israel had the "right" to cut off water and energy to Gaza.
Starmer pledges to transform steel industry with £3 billion investment
In September, the Government announced a £500 million grant for Port Talbot's steelworks, to keep the plant open and produce steel in a greener way.
Foreign Secretary on 'Solidarity' Israel Visit As Opposition Calls for Airlifting Stranded British Citizens
UK Foreign Secretary landed in Israel on Wednesday to meet Israeli leaders and the people affected by the Hamas attack on Israel amidst concerns about stranded British nationals.
Labour Strikes a Confident Note in Liverpool Despite the News of Turmoil in the Middle East
Rachel Reeves was in the limelight in Liverpool, described as the would-be "first female Chancellor ever in Britain", and also the "best qualified".
Keir Starmer promises 'decade of national renewal' in Labour speech
Starmer claimed the government was exploiting the country's problems rather than solving them, and appealed to disillusioned Conservative voters to join Labour.
Labour Party Conference Enters Third Day; Starmer to Speak Following Hamas Attacks in Israel
The meeting comes with the centre-left party enjoying double-digit leads in most opinion polls and seemingly on the cusp of returning to power.
Labour Defeat SNP to Secure 'Seismic' By-Election Victory in Rutherglen and Hamilton West
For Labour, the by-election represented an important battleground ahead of the next UK general election, with the Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer declaring it a "seismic" night and that people in Rutherglen and Hamilton West had sent "a clear message".
Labour Government will 'Have to Make it Work' if Trump Wins, Says Starmer
Labour leader Keir Starmer said the challenges around the world "are too great" and that the "important, special relationship" between the UK and the US must be maintained.
Sir Keir Starmer's Meeting With Macron Sparks Debate Over UK-EU Relations and Brexit Demands
The meeting between Sir Keir Starmer and President Emmanuel Macron, scheduled for Tuesday, is expected to revolve around the post-Brexit landscape and the potential for renegotiations with the EU.
Labour vows to renegotiate Brexit deal, Keir Starmer pledges
Although unclear if the EU would be willing to renegotiate the accord, Starmer's pledge is likely to prove popular with many Labour voters, who have been critical of the current Brexit deal.
The UK marks the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's passing
In a statement recorded at Balmoral Castle, the King thanked the people for the "love and support" shown to him and the Queen for the past year.
Angela Rayner handed new role amid Labour reshuffle
Labour leader Keir Starmer has appointed Angela Rayner as shadow levelling up secretary in place of Lisa Nandy, who was demoted to covering the international development brief.
Starmer explains Labour's core purpose to remove barriers to opportunity across the UK
The Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has explained that Labour's core purpose is to remove barriers to opportunity that hold back Britain's potential.
Sunak failing to deliver on priorities, say Britons in new poll
Almost 6 months since Rishi Sunak set out the five priorities his government would tackle, an Ipsos poll shows Britons believe he is failing.
Keir Starmer outlines Labour's vision to 'create an NHS fit for the future'
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has explained that Labour's NHS mission is a health mission for Britain.
Starmer revels in Sunak's election woes at PMQs
Throughout a fiery two-hour exchange with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, the Labour leader seemed revitalised by his party's success in the local elections.
Local election results show Labour on course to win majority in general election
Last night's local elections across the UK were billed as a crucial indicator of the next general election, with the Labour Party building a double-digit lead over the Conservatives.
Britain must end reliance on 'cheap labour', Starmer tells businesses
British main opposition Labour leader Keir Starmer warned business bosses on Tuesday "the days of low pay and cheap labour" must end, putting him in line with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak who has also rejected calls for looser immigration rules.
Boris Johnson slammed for Christmas party when Queen had to sit alone at Prince Philip's funeral
Leader of the Opposition Sir Keir Starmer said Johnson lacks the "moral authority" to lead the country.
UK opposition kicks off leadership campaign
Many blamed Labour's defeat on Corbyn's leadership and ambivalent stance on Brexit.
Jeremy Corbyn wants tariff-free access to EU and new ties with single market
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn will outline how he wants a new relationship with the EU's single market, including tariff-free access.
EU economies post best growth in 10 years as UK fumbles over Brexit
Data from the EU statistics office shows that the economy of the 28-member EU grew by 2.5% in 2017, its best performance since it grew 2.7% in 2007.