A government minister has pledged to resolve a situation where thousands of carers have been put into debt due to repayment demands linked to benefit overpayments, following a significant investigation into the issue and potential breaches of regulations.

Rachel Reeves’s suggestion of a potential increase in employer national insurance contributions has led to claims of Labour possibly reneging on a manifesto pledge, reports The Guardian.

Keir Starmer has pledged to reduce bureaucracy to attract global business investments, prompting concerns over potential safety regulations and standards.

Sir Keir Starmer assured The Guardian he remains focused and undeterred by distractions after his first 100 days as prime minister.