Tag: Starmer

Keir Starmer remains unfazed by recent farm protests as Kemi Badenoch's initial surge in popularity seems to have hit a roadblock, according to the latest Techne UK weekly tracker poll for The Independent. Despite...

Sir Keir Starmer is facing backlash from farmers after the Budget extended inheritance tax to family farms for the first time in history. This unexpected move has left farms worth more than £1m subject...

The bus fare cap in England is set to increase from £2 to £3 by the end of 2025, according to Keir Starmer. This decision comes as the funding for the £2 cap is...

The Independent has obtained exclusive information regarding a Nigel Farage-inspired plan to convince Donald Trump to veto Sir Keir Starmer's controversial Chagos Islands deal. Legal advice on the deal was sent to Mr. Trump...

The upcoming Budget has sparked discussions about potential tax hikes, with the Chancellor hinting that Prime Minister Starmer might be protected due to his working-class background. This move has led to debates about the...

The latest pre-Budget poll has brought a surprise boost for Keir Starmer's Labour Party, despite facing a furious attack from Donald Trump accusing them of election interference. According to the weekly Techne UK tracker...

Commonwealth leaders are reportedly preparing to defy the UK and agree plans to examine reparations for the transatlantic slave trade. It comes despite Downing Street’s insistence that the issue of reparations is not on...

Good morning. Rachel Reeves, the chancellor, is set to reveal Labour's first budget next week. Budget announcements are now spread out over two weeks to avoid surprising the markets on the day. One of...

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Keir Starmer has made it clear that he believes he can maintain a positive relationship with Donald Trump, despite accusations from the Trump campaign of foreign interference in the US election. The campaign filed...

Keir Starmer, the leader of the opposition, has come under fire from the head of England's judiciary, Baroness Carr, for his handling of rioter sentences. Baroness Carr compared Starmer to King John, the monarch...

Downing Street has acknowledged Keir Starmer's support for early prisoner releases, saying that the criminal justice system would face "complete paralysis" without this scheme. The spokesperson emphasized that the government had to act to...

The upcoming Chogm summit in Samoa is expected to be a stage for important discussions on reparations for countries affected by slavery and colonialism. The pressure is mounting on both PM and Sir Keir...

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Germany for important discussions on the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. He was welcomed by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz as he arrived in Berlin. The...

Sir Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour party, challenged Rishi Sunak, the Prime Minister, during the recent Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) session regarding national security. Mr. Sunak claimed that the implementation of the...

Sir Keir Starmer has hinted at a potential national insurance hike in the upcoming Budget, sparking backlash and confusion among the public. Despite Labour's pledge not to raise taxes on working people, questions have...

Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, is facing scrutiny over whether raising employers' national insurance contributions would constitute a breach of his party's manifesto promise. The Conservatives are claiming that such an...

Sir Keir Starmer is set to make a bold promise to slash red tape in order to boost construction in the UK. He plans to address global chief executives at an investment summit in...

Keir Starmer expressed his full confidence in transport secretary Louise Haigh after a dispute within the cabinet threatened to overshadow a key international investment summit in London. The disagreement arose after Haigh called P&O...

The owner of P&O ferries, DP World, is set to attend a crucial investment summit following a rebuke by Minister Louise Haigh. The summit is vital for the UK government's plans to attract investments...

Keir Starmer, in his inaugural budget, has pledged billions of pounds of additional investment in transport, schools, and hospitals, emphasizing his commitment to staying focused and not being swayed by distractions. Despite facing challenges...

The latest polling data from Techne UK reveals a concerning trend for Keir Starmer's Labour Party. Since coming into power, Labour's support has plummeted to less than 30%, with voters aged 55 and over...

Union leaders have praised the recent workers' rights reforms introduced by Keir Starmer's government, stating that they shift the balance of power in favor of employees and away from employers. This comes as part...

In his final months as prime minister, PMQs was a terrible ordeal for Rishi Sunak, and there were not many occasions where he made the weather. But today, unburdened by the need to defend...

Sir Keir Starmer is set to face tough questions from Rishi Sunak in his first Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs) following the reshuffling of his Downing Street leadership team and the sudden departure of his...

Sir Keir Starmer's decision regarding the UK's relationship with the EU post-Brexit may have a significant impact on the country's economic growth and living standards. According to a recent report by the Resolution Foundation,...

Sir Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of a two-state solution as the only viable long-term route through the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza. He expressed Britain's solidarity with the Jewish people on the anniversary of...

Sir Keir Starmer addressed the recent anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel by criticizing Iran for its role in the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. He emphasized the need for the...

At a recent No 10 lobby briefing, claims made by Rosie Duffield that Keir Starmer has issues working with women were rejected by the PM's spokesperson. The spokesperson stated that they did not accept...

Sir Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of standing in solidarity with the Jewish community and called for an immediate ceasefire on the first anniversary of the October 7 attacks. He described the attacks as...

Tommy Robinson has criticised Sir Keir Starmer for his recent efforts to strengthen ties with the European Union, accusing the prime minister of attempting to "drag us back into the EU". Starmer's meetings with...

Tom Tugendhat, a Conservative leadership hopeful, has accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer of falsely claiming that prisons were full and needing to introduce an early release scheme. Tugendhat argues that there are enough prison...

Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury has called on Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer to support the expansion of the third runway at Heathrow Airport. Faury emphasized the importance of the airport as a key hub...