Lewis Hamilton has engaged in discussions with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, focusing on educational reform as part of his ongoing commitment to the Mission 44 initiative.
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The UK steel industry avoids a doubling of tariffs on exports to the US, which remain capped at 25% rather than increasing to 50%.
Good morning! ☕ Let’s grab a coffee and dive into the headlines for Wednesday, 4th June 2025. After weeks of glorious sunshine, the grey skies have returned. A touch of morning rain is on the way – so don’t forget your brolly if you’re heading out.
Oh no!! Tariffs are back in the headlines, as Donald Trump’s hike on metals comes into effect. The UK has been temporarily spared the hike with the rate for the UK still at 25%.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce a £15 billion investment package for transport aimed at boosting infrastructure across the North, Midlands and West Country.
The UK has been temporarily spared from a steep hike in US steel and aluminium tariffs, following a new executive order signed by former President Donald Trump. While tariffs on other countries doubled from 25% to 50% starting Wednesday, the UK will remain at 25%—for now.
AI is dominating the UK newspaper front pages this morning after the prime minister announced his defence strategy yesterday. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has laid out plans to grow the British Army as he vows to put the country on a war footing and be prepared for Russian threats.
Most of Monday’s newspapers lead with the prime minister’s strategic defence review, which is set to be released later today. The papers have a preview of what is likely to be in the review – which will outline the government’s priorities for military and spending in the coming years.
Good morning! ☕ Let’s grab a coffee and dive into the headlines for Monday, 2nd June 2025. The sun is shining over the capital this morning, so let’s soak up the rays while catching up on the latest news.
Much of the news dominating the UK headlines focuses on international events, however, there are a handful of UK-focused stories – mostly around the UK’s defence spending and plans set to be announced later today in the Strategic Defence Review.
Cliff Notes A year after Labour’s significant election win, the party faces pivotal decisions in June 2025 that could influence its future direction. Upcoming strategies…
The UK will build up to 12 new conventionally armed, nuclear-powered attack submarines, as part of a sweeping Strategic Defence Review to be announced on Monday by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. The submarines will begin replacing the current fleet from the late 2030s and are designed to safeguard Britain and its NATO allies for decades to come.
Sir Keir Starmer plans to enhance the UK’s military capabilities, including buying more attack submarines, but has not committed to new defence spending ahead of the Strategic Defence Review.
The UK is poised to increase defence spending to 3% of GDP in the next parliament, as stated by Defence Secretary John Healey, aligning with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s ambition.
Cliff Notes The UK government plans to purchase up to 7,000 long-range missiles, rockets, and drones, alongside building at least six new weapons factories, as…
Cliff Notes – Farage’s fantasy policies will lead to Truss-style economic meltdown Sir Keir Starmer warns that Nigel Farage’s economic policies could trigger an economic…
Cliff Notes A car drove through a crowd celebrating Liverpool FC’s Premier League win, injuring at least 27 people, including four children; fortunately, there have…
Cliff Notes The UK government plans to create 120,000 new training routes for various sectors, including construction and healthcare, as part of a wider strategy…
Cliff Notes King Charles has commenced his initial visit to Canada as head of state, landing in Ottawa shortly after 1pm local time, despite ongoing…
Cliff Notes A 53-year-old man has been arrested after a car struck multiple pedestrians during Liverpool FC’s trophy parade, resulting in chaos as onlookers attempted…
Cliff Notes An investigation into whistleblower allegations is focusing on two labour suppliers for the HS2 rail project, concerning misclassification and inflated billing rates for…
Cliff Notes The King is set to visit Canada for two days, marking his first trip as the country’s head of state, with a significant…
Cliff Notes An Israeli airstrike on a school in Gaza has resulted in at least 20 fatalities, including women and children; the school was sheltering…
Cliff Notes Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner expressed a desire for an update on winter fuel payment changes within weeks, suggesting the upcoming spending review…
Cliff Notes New government rules require house builders to commit to delivery time frames for planning permission, with potential loss of land to local authorities…
Cliff Notes Sir Keir Starmer is considering lifting the two-child benefit cap in the upcoming autumn budget, amid pressure to attract traditional Labour voters. Reform…
Cliff Notes The two-child benefit cap has been a contentious issue for the Labour party, with lifting it potentially raising 350,000 children out of poverty…
Cliff Notes Labour’s claimed increase of 3.6 million NHS appointments in eight months is reportedly less significant than 4.2 million appointments observed during the same…