Whitehall has seen a significant reduction in in-office staff presence as civil servants increasingly work from home, contrasting with the private sector where employees are being encouraged to return to the workplace.
Keir Starmer has stated that he will not align with Donald Trump’s allies concerning European issues, emphasising support for the UK’s relationship with Europe and backing Ukraine’s preparation for peace talks.
Ukrainian President Zelensky has indicated a willingness to cede certain territories to Russia in exchange for NATO security assurances, aiming to secure lasting peace amid ongoing conflict, with support expected from Britain, Ukraine, and Western allies.