The health secretary intends to abolish NHS England under the PM’s watch, aiming to streamline oversight and boost local control in an effort to tackle staff shortages, reduce waiting times, and address concerns about past reorganisations.

Facing a massive rebellion from several MPs, the PM is under mounting pressure to rethink deep welfare cuts that could freeze disability support and remove billions from social programmes, triggering intense concern among party members.

A 30-day ceasefire has been agreed in the war, with the PM and US officials urging the other side to confirm its readiness while firmly supporting Western interests and placing the onus on Russia to follow suit.

The PM has labelled the nation’s jobless figures “indefensible” in a push to overhaul benefits, drawing criticism from those who warn the proposed cuts may unfairly affect vulnerable groups.