Amid five consecutive years of record taxes and a halved growth forecast, the Chancellor faces growing pressure over potential further increases, spending adjustments, and mounting doubts about her political future.

The Government’s deferral of the proposed assisted dying legislation until 2029 casts serious doubt on its future, prompting divisions among supporters and sceptics alike over whether the Bill can ever be made workable.

A high-profile donor is reportedly under pressure to complete mandatory training to retain their honour, prompting a heated free speech debate and accusations of political revenge.

Heathrow faced fresh scrutiny after it emerged that two fully operational substations, as stated by the National Grid leader, could have kept the airport running during the recent power issues, prompting concerns over its preparedness.