Labour MPs have expressed their readiness to challenge the Government’s decision not to compensate women affected by changes to the state pension age, amid growing protests accusing Starmer and the party of ‘betraying’ the Waspi women, while the PM has argued that the financial implications make compensation unfeasible.

After three decades of controversy, a new review of the Post Office IT scandal has recognised victims affected by the faulty software system, with the Government launching a compensation scheme and pledging redress for wrongful convictions.

The UK is intensifying surveillance on individuals suspected of espionage activities linked to states like China, in response to claims of foreign influence and security threats, leading to measures including the exclusion of Prince Andrew from royal affairs to safeguard the monarchy’s reputation.

European diplomats have warned Keir Starmer that significant concessions are required on fisheries and migration policies for under-30s to facilitate new trade and security agreements with the EU, as they push for a revised approach despite the UK’s demands for changes to laws affecting the British fishing and food sectors.