The UK’s private sector is experiencing a downturn following the introduction of the Labour Party’s budget, with business leaders expressing concern over its potential impact on economic growth and resilience.

Ed Miliband is reportedly revisiting plans for a ‘green tax’ on boilers, aiming to push manufacturers towards meeting climate change targets through the increased installation of heat pumps.

Up to twelve British-made Storm Shadow missiles were reportedly launched into Russian territory by Ukrainian forces, marking the first use of UK weapons in Russia since 1919.

Moscow has warned of potential nuclear retaliation following Ukraine’s use of long-range rockets into Russian territory, marking an escalation in the ongoing conflict.