Labour is initiating a programme using weight-loss injections designed to assist unemployed individuals in returning to work, as part of broader welfare reforms aimed at addressing health-related employment barriers and economic inactivity.

The Chancellor has announced that public services will face tight budgets with spending cuts anticipated from 2026, while assuring that taxes will not be raised throughout the current parliament.

The UK Parliament faces a crucial vote on assisted dying, with a notable division among Cabinet ministers despite significant public support, as the proposed legislation requires approval from two independent doctors and a judge, imposing a 14-year penalty for breaches.

Foreign Secretary David Lammy has asserted that the UK and France will continue to oppose Russian actions in Ukraine, highlighting a strong commitment to international security and readiness in light of potential threats posed by Russia.