The Prime Minister is contemplating the expansion of open prisons for a greater number of offenders in response to overcrowded facilities and a rise in violent incidents, though this approach has raised concerns due to the recent absconding of over 140 inmates from less secure institutions.

The NHS is facing increasing challenges as urgent repair costs for hospitals have tripled over the past decade, with the backlog rising to £2.7 billion, due to infrastructure failings that have significantly reduced bed capacity and raised concerns over patient safety and the risk of service disruptions.

Government ministers are resisting demands to rapidly implement measures blocking potential donations from Elon Musk to Nigel Farage, amidst increasing calls for an overhaul of the UK’s political donation laws and a push for improved security and legal frameworks.

The PM is facing criticism for allowing developers to convert office spaces into residential areas without planning permission, sparking concerns about the creation of substandard housing in England.