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Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister in a statement outside 10 Downing Street – watch live on BBC. Starmer says after leaving…

British Secretary of Defence John Healey resigned on Thursday, citing inadequate funding in the government’s Defence Investment Plan (DIP). He described the financial settlement as insufficient, warning it jeopardises military readiness and national safety. Healey’s departure adds to pressures facing Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid recent ministerial resignations.

UK WEATHER UPDATE
Temperatures expected to reach 20C across Britain today, marking the warmest day of the year so far.
Widespread sunshine anticipated throughout the day.

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Peter Mandelson, former UK ambassador to the United States and senior Labour figure, has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office following police searches at two properties. Police said he was taken to a London police station for interview and later released on bail pending further investigation.

The arrest follows renewed scrutiny linked to disclosures about Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, with reporting citing allegations that confidential government information was shared during Mandelson’s time in office. Mandelson has previously said he regretted the association and has denied wrongdoing.

Coverage analysed: The Guardian | Reuters | The Telegraph | Al Jazeera

Former Minister Robert Jenrick Defects to Reform UK, Sparking Controversy Robert Jenrick, a former Conservative minister, has announced his defection…

China has meticulously crafted a diplomatic bear trap for Keir Starmer, aiming to exploit his perceived naivety. As tensions rise, the challenge lies in whether the Labour leader can navigate this geopolitical labyrinth without falling prey to manipulation.

Cliff Notes The UK government has announced an £18 million plan to train oil and gas workers for roles in…

Cliff Notes Downing Street maintains that processes were followed in Peter Mandelson’s appointment despite security service concerns, raising questions about…

Cliff Notes Sir Keir Starmer has suspended four Labour MPs for repeated breaches of party discipline, leading them to sit…

Cliff Notes – Kemi Badenoch has lost the Tory party Tories who want to defect are welcome to join Farage…