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Prime Minister Says Middle East Conflict Escalation Benefits No One After Israel Strike On Iran
Prime Minister Says Middle East Conflict Escalation Benefits No One After Israel Strike On Iran
Foreign affairs
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said it was "not in anyone's interest" to see an escalation in the conflict in the Middle East after Israel fired retaliatory strikes against Iran on Friday morning.
UK Grapples With Uncharted Territory As 'Red Lines' Crossed In Middle East
Defence
UK Grapples With Uncharted Territory As "Red Lines" Crossed In Middle East
MPs Clash With Foreign Office Over Calls To Proscribe IRGC
Foreign affairs
MPs Clash With Foreign Office Over Calls To Proscribe IRGC
Calls To Increase Defence Spending Could Clash With Labour's Tight Fiscal Rules
Defence
Calls To Increase Defence Spending Could Clash With Labour's Tight Fiscal Rules
UK Working With Allies To 'Prevent Further Bloodshed' In Middle East
Defence
UK Working With Allies To "Prevent Further Bloodshed" In Middle East
Minister Says UK Needs “Deep Pockets” For Ukraine Support To Continue
Foreign affairs
Minister Says UK Needs “Deep Pockets” For Ukraine Support To Continue
Trade Department Would Not “Hesitate” To Revoke Arms Licences To Israel
Economy
Trade Department Would Not “Hesitate” To Revoke Arms Licences To Israel
The House Live
Britain cannot turn a blind eye if Israel is committing war crimes
Foreign affairs
By Dominic Grieve
Britain cannot turn a blind eye if Israel is committing war crimes
A constructive post-Brexit relationship beckons for Britain and France
Foreign affairs
By Stephen Crabb MP
A constructive post-Brexit relationship beckons for Britain and France
Can other countries show us how to solve Britain’s housing crisis?
Communities
By Alex Daniel
Can other countries show us how to solve Britain’s housing crisis?
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Conservative MP Campaigning To Be Mayor Is Distancing Himself From Tarnished Tory Image
Conservative MP Campaigning To Be Mayor Is Distancing Himself From Tarnished Tory Image
Communities
New Football Law “Could Risk World Cup and Champions League Participation”
New Football Law “Could Risk World Cup and Champions League Participation”
Culture
Scrolls of Doom: Why Gen Z is shunning the church
Scrolls of Doom: Why Gen Z is shunning the church
By Harriet Symonds
Communities
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Solidarity with Ukrainian miners on the frontline of democracy in Europe
Foreign affairs
By Mick Antoniw
Solidarity with Ukrainian miners on the frontline of democracy in Europe
Two years ago, I was in Kyiv with politicians and trade union leaders.
Tanks on the lawn: Labour's plans for the Ministry of Defence
Foreign affairs
By Sienna Rodgers
Tanks on the lawn: Labour's plans for the Ministry of Defence
What are Labour’s plans for the Ministry of Defence? Sienna Rodgers reviews the problems that may await John Healey as defence secretary
Call of duty: The row over a 'citizens army'
Defence
By Sophie Church and Tali Fraser
Call of duty: The row over a 'citizens army'
Patrick Sanders infuriated Rishi Sunak by calling for a ‘citizen army’ in a speech dismissed as ‘alarmist’. But, as Sophie Church and Tali Fraser report, the debate on how to expand troop numbers has started and looks set to intensify after the election. Illustrations by Tracy Worrall
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Boris Johnson pays tribute to ‘greatest generation’ as Britain marks VE day amid coronavirus lockdown
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson pays tribute to ‘greatest generation’ as Britain marks VE day amid coronavirus lockdown
Boris Johnson has paid tribute to the “greatest generation” as Britain prepares to mark 75 years since VE day amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Dominic Raab confirms ‘no change’ in UK coronavirus lockdown as top scientist says crucial reproduction rate rising
Coronavirus
Dominic Raab confirms ‘no change’ in UK coronavirus lockdown as top scientist says crucial reproduction rate rising
There has been “no change” in the Government’s guidance on social distancing, Dominic Raab has confirmed, as one of its top scientific advisers said the coronavirus reproduction rate was rising.
Now, more than ever, we must keep our promise to help Africa trade out of poverty
Economy
By Theo Clarke MP
Now, more than ever, we must keep our promise to help Africa trade out of poverty
African countries are facing a dual crisis – the impact of COVID-19 on their populations and the global economic slow-down which threatens to undo the hard-fought gains of the last 25 years
Theresa May slams ‘incoherent’ global response to coronavirus pandemic
Coronavirus
Theresa May slams ‘incoherent’ global response to coronavirus pandemic
Theresa May has criticised the world's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Dominic Raab bats away international comparisons after Britain posts highest coronavirus death toll in Europe
Coronavirus
Dominic Raab bats away international comparisons after Britain posts highest coronavirus death toll in Europe
Dominic Raab has cautioned against comparing Britain to Italy as the UK reported the highest official coronavirus death toll in Europe.
Liz Truss vows to drive a ‘hard bargain’ as UK-US trade talks kick off amid coronavirus lockdown
Coronavirus
Liz Truss vows to drive a ‘hard bargain’ as UK-US trade talks kick off amid coronavirus lockdown
Talks between Britain and the United States on a post-Brexit trade deal will formally begin on Tuesday as both countries continue to battle the coronavirus pandemic.
The international community must act to protect Hong Kong’s health workers
Foreign affairs
By Sarah Champion MP
The international community must act to protect Hong Kong’s health workers
Medics in Hong Kong allege a shocking campaign of harassment, intimidation and arrest by Chinese authorities. An international inquiry is urgently needed
It’s vital we permanently remove the threat of any escalation into a future nuclear conflict
Defence
By Stephen Kinnock MP and Fabian Hamilton MP
It’s vital we permanently remove the threat of any escalation into a future nuclear conflict
After reports that China conducted a low-yield underground nuclear test, it’s critical the international community works to universally ratifying the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty.
UK warns post-Brexit talks could collapse over fisheries unless EU backs down
Brexit
UK warns post-Brexit talks could collapse over fisheries unless EU backs down
Talks on Britain’s post-Brexit relationship with the EU could break down within weeks unless Brussels negotiators drop their demands over fisheries, UK sources are warning.
Keir Starmer vows to 'rebuild trust' with Indian community after row over candidates and Kashmir
Foreign affairs
Keir Starmer vows to 'rebuild trust' with Indian community after row over candidates and Kashmir
Keir Starmer has vowed to “rebuild trust” with the Indian community following a major row over the selection of general election candidates.
Coronavirus fight should focus EU minds on Brexit deal, says Michael Gove
Brexit
Coronavirus fight should focus EU minds on Brexit deal, says Michael Gove
The coronavirus pandemic should “concentrate the minds” of European Union negotiators and speed up a deal on Britain’s post-Brexit ties with the bloc, Michael Gove has said.
China’s lies about coronavirus could be costing the world hundreds of thousands of lives
Coronavirus
By Damian Collins MP
China’s lies about coronavirus could be costing the world hundreds of thousands of lives
For the sake of China’s future status, it now needs to be an honest broker, and put the health of the world above internal politics and oppression.
Foreign affairs
By Save the Children
Save the Children's response to IDC Rohingya inquiry
Save the Children responds to the statement released today by the International Development Committee (IDC) on its inquiry into the Rohingya crisis.
Coronavirus
By Save the Children
Yemen ‘ceasefire’ ends: “Warring parties could not even lay down their weapons for two weeks”
Since the ceasefire was declared on April 9th, at least 38 civilians have been killed or maimed, including five children who were killed and six who were wounded. In 29 cases, houses were hit.
Former Tory Cabinet minister David Lidington calls for Brexit transition to be extended amid coronavirus crisis
Coronavirus
Former Tory Cabinet minister David Lidington calls for Brexit transition to be extended amid coronavirus crisis
The UK should extend the Brexit transition period so the Government can focus all of its efforts on fighting the coronavirus, according to Theresa May’s former deputy.
Foreign Office boss U-turns and says he was wrong to claim ministers made ‘political decision’ not to join EU ventilator scheme
Coronavirus
Foreign Office boss U-turns and says he was wrong to claim ministers made ‘political decision’ not to join EU ventilator scheme
The Foreign Office’s top civil servant has retracted his claim that it was a “political decision” by ministers not to take part in an EU scheme to buy medical equipment to fight coronavirus.
Boris Johnson to hold talks with Donald Trump as he edges closer to returning to work full-time
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson to hold talks with Donald Trump as he edges closer to returning to work full-time
Boris Johnson is set to hold talks with Donald Trump today as he edges closer to a return to full-time work following his hospitalisation with coronavirus.
Coronavirus
By Save the Children
First case of Covid-19 in North East Syria: dire conditions prompt outbreak fears for thousands of children
Families in North-East Syria have already lived through unimaginable horrors – we must act now to give them the best chance of combatting coronavirus.
The UK must stop coronavirus being weaponised to violate human rights in Hong Kong
Coronavirus
By Andrew Rosindell MP
The UK must stop coronavirus being weaponised to violate human rights in Hong Kong
I have tabled a motion calling for Magnitsky-style sanctions against China, enabling the UK to target individuals who authorise and commit abuses of human rights overseas, showing China their actions will no longer go unchallenged.
Coronavirus: A vacuum of global leadership
Coronavirus
By Sebastian Whale
Coronavirus: A vacuum of global leadership
International cooperation has been found wanting in a time of global pandemic. With the United States retreating from its leadership role, and countries gripped by domestic health concerns, who can take control? Sebastian Whale reports
Coronavirus
By Save the Children
Covid-19: Access to full mobile data and telecommunications in Myanmar and Bangladesh is essential to save lives
Coronavirus affects us all, and every measure to protect all vulnerable communities must be employed to end this pandemic and ensure that no person is left behind.
The world must work together: Save the Children UK responds to DFID’s coronavirus announcement Partner content
Coronavirus
By Save the Children
The world must work together: Save the Children UK responds to DFID’s coronavirus announcement
Governments around the world are grappling with how best to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. Beyond the immediate health crisis, COVID-19 is hurting economic growth and driving vulnerable people into poverty and insecurity.
It’s nonsensical not to fight Covid-19 as one world
Coronavirus
By Lord McConnell and Theo Clarke MP
It’s nonsensical not to fight Covid-19 as one world
Covid-19 is a global crisis, the case for global cooperation and coordination in both a response and exit strategy has never been stronger
Brexit negotiations to press ahead despite coronavirus shutdown, UK and EU confirm
Coronavirus
Brexit negotiations to press ahead despite coronavirus shutdown, UK and EU confirm
Talks on Britain’s post-Brexit relationship with the European Union are to continue despite the global coronavirus pandemic, both sides have announced.
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After the election: what can the civil service expect from a new administration?
2024
Online
After the election: what can the civil service expect from a new administration?
The road to proactive government
2024
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The road to proactive government
Practical AI: Closing the gap between possibility and reality
2024
Online
Practical AI: Closing the gap between possibility and reality
Net Zero Week 2024
2024
Online
Net Zero Week 2024