Transport Secretary Louise Haigh is facing pressure following revelations of a past fraud conviction related to misleading the police about a stolen mobile phone, prompting discussions about her position within the government.

In a major speech, Kemi Badenoch emphasised a robust new approach to immigration, asserting that the UK is not merely a temporary refuge, but a permanent home, pledging to overhaul what she described as a “broken” system.

Labour’s net-zero policy faces turmoil as adjustments to electric vehicle sales targets are anticipated, following the closure of a Vauxhall factory which has been attributed to environmental objectives.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has ruled out future tax increases, emphasizing that the public sector must adhere to budget constraints, amid criticism from the CBI regarding the impact of Labour’s financial policies on businesses.