The PM has acknowledged that impending US tariffs could harm Britain’s economy, with officials describing the negotiations as challenging as they strive for a favourable deal.

The PM intends to strengthen international cooperation and deploy new measures to disrupt individuals facilitating illegal entries, aiming to reduce crossings and enhance border security.

Police have been criticised for arresting two parents who sent repeated emails to their child’s primary school regarding concerns over special educational needs support, with free speech advocates arguing that their criticism should not have been treated as harassment.

The King has cancelled a series of planned engagements after being admitted to hospital for treatment and experiencing temporary side-effects, with officials emphasising that his schedule for next month remains unchanged.