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UK plans under-16 social media ban as enforcement doubts mount
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain will pursue an Australia-style age ban while adding tighter rules for livestreaming, gaming and other features used by minors
John Healey resigns as defence secretary over spending plan
In a letter to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, Healey said the government’s defence investment plan does not meet the demands facing the UK
Mandelson files leave gaps over messages, vetting and Epstein
More than 1,500 pages have been released on Lord Mandelson’s appointment as UK ambassador to the US, but key records and answers remain undisclosed
Mandelson appointment papers are being withheld, intelligence watchdog says
The Intelligence and Security Committee says ministers should seek MPs’ approval before holding back some material tied to Lord Mandelson’s appointment as UK ambassador to the US
King’s Speech sets out 37 bills as Starmer faces pressure
King Charles outlined the government’s legislative programme for the year ahead, but leadership speculation around the prime minister quickly became Westminster’s dominant question
Who could challenge Keir Starmer if Labour turns on him?
No Labour leadership contest has been triggered, but Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner and Wes Streeting are among the figures being discussed as pressure builds on the prime minister
Starmer vows to fight on as Labour revolt rattles gilt market
The British prime minister promised a sharper agenda on growth, defence, Europe and energy after local election losses triggered calls from dozens of Labour MPs for him to quit
Zack Polanski apologises over repost criticising police arrest
The Green leader said he should not have commented on the police response on social media after criticism from Sir Keir Starmer, the Met chief and figures in his own party
Starmer avoids Commons inquiry over Mandelson vetting claims
MPs rejected a Conservative-led bid to send the prime minister’s comments to the Privileges Committee, despite a small Labour rebellion