The UK government is considering implementing new labour laws that could regulate customer interactions with staff, aiming to balance protection from harassment while safeguarding free speech, but critics express concern over potential impacts on business operations and personal expression.

Labour is considering increasing Chinese investment in renewable energy infrastructure, cautioned by Sir Richard Dearlove who highlights potential vulnerabilities and security concerns, arguing that this could make the UK reliant on China, contrasting sharply with the party’s net-zero objectives.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has emphasised the necessity of engaging with China to safeguard Britain’s economic growth, amid a backdrop of financial uncertainty and market concerns over interest rate cuts.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urging the cabinet to propose alternative economic strategies amidst rising borrowing costs that have surpassed levels seen during Liz Truss’s tenure, as the economy faces a downturn with high interest rates impacting growth and mortgage affordability.