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Foreign Secretary Believes China Would 'Collapse' Its Economy If It Invaded Taiwan
Foreign Secretary Believes China Would "Collapse" Its Economy If It Invaded Taiwan
Foreign affairs
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly warned that if China invaded Taiwan it could "collapse" the Chinese economy, but insisted the UK has huge influence in the attempt to curb the power of China.
Foreign Secretary Praises Donald Trump's Foreign Policy Style
Foreign affairs
Foreign Secretary Praises Donald Trump's Foreign Policy Style
Tory Moderates Are Spooked By Threats Of Leaving ECHR
Foreign affairs
Tory Moderates Are Spooked By Threats Of Leaving ECHR
Keir Starmer Is Walking A 'Tightrope' By Fighting The Tories On Brexit
Brexit
Keir Starmer Is Walking A "Tightrope" By Fighting The Tories On Brexit
Northern Irish Parties Briefed On Westminster Plan To Implement The Windsor Framework
Foreign affairs
Northern Irish Parties Briefed On Westminster Plan To Implement The Windsor Framework
Westminster Draws Up Plans To Take Charge Of Windsor Framework In Northern Ireland
Brexit
Westminster Draws Up Plans To Take Charge Of Windsor Framework In Northern Ireland
Government Accused Of A 'Wishy Washy' Stance On China
Foreign affairs
Government Accused Of A "Wishy Washy" Stance On China
The House Live
My manifesto: Educating girls across the world is a game changer
Education
By Helen Grant MP
My manifesto: Educating girls across the world is a game changer
Greece re-commits itself to sensible economics Partner content
Economy
By Christina Georgaki
Greece re-commits itself to sensible economics
The James Cleverly interview: 'Trump's particular style can be surprisingly effective'
Foreign affairs
By Tali Fraser
The James Cleverly interview: "Trump's particular style can be surprisingly effective"
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Tories Are Starkly Divided Over Suella Braverman's Rise To The Top
Tories Are Starkly Divided Over Suella Braverman's Rise To The Top
Political parties
Only the right gambling reforms will protect investment, jobs and raise standards Partner content
Only the right gambling reforms will protect investment, jobs and raise standards
By Betting And Gaming Council
Health
It’s time for social media and technology companies to put a stop to fraud Partner content
It’s time for social media and technology companies to put a stop to fraud
By TSB
Economy
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The James Cleverly interview: 'Trump's particular style can be surprisingly effective'
Foreign affairs
By Tali Fraser
The James Cleverly interview: "Trump's particular style can be surprisingly effective"
Having entered government under Theresa May, James Cleverly is one of the Conservative Party’s great survivors. In an increasingly fraught world, he is having to call on all his political experience as Foreign Secretary. He talks Ukraine, the Global South and China with Tali Fraser. Photography by Louise Haywood-Schiefer
Why The Government's Anti-Boycott Bill Is So Controversial
Foreign affairs
Why The Government's Anti-Boycott Bill Is So Controversial
The controversial Economic Activity of Public Bodies (Overseas Matters) bill, also dubbed 'the BDS bill', seeks to prevent public bodies engaging in political boycotts of foreign states.
The John Healey interview: 'We are falling short on our Nato obligations'
Defence
By Tali Fraser
The John Healey interview: "We are falling short on our Nato obligations"
Shadow defence secretary John Healey is determined to do better by our armed forces. He tells Tali Fraser it’s time for Britain to reboot defence plans, improve spending and restore the nation’s moral contract with its military. Photography by Wilde Fry
Foreign Affairs news
DUP And Tory Brexiteer Backlash Stalls Northern Ireland Protocol Deal
Brexit
DUP And Tory Brexiteer Backlash Stalls Northern Ireland Protocol Deal
Rishi Sunak's plans for announcing a Northern Ireland Protocol deal face delay after a backlash from the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) and hardline Brexiteers in the Conservative party.
Rishi Sunak Is In Touching Distance Of A Northern Ireland Protocol Deal, But Now He's Got To Sell It To Its Toughest Critics
Brexit
Rishi Sunak Is In Touching Distance Of A Northern Ireland Protocol Deal, But Now He's Got To Sell It To Its Toughest Critics
Ahead of a pivotal week for the Northern Ireland Protocol, Rishi Sunak will today meet with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in a final bid to resolve a key remaining Brexit impasse.
Rishi Sunak Tells Northern Irish Parties A Protocol Deal Is Close, But Not Done
Brexit
Rishi Sunak Tells Northern Irish Parties A Protocol Deal Is Close, But Not Done
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has told party leaders in Stormont that a deal with the European Union on the Northern Ireland Protocol is close, but not completed.
Rishi Sunak Visits Northern Ireland As Protocol Deal Gets Closer
Foreign affairs
Rishi Sunak Visits Northern Ireland As Protocol Deal Gets Closer
Rishi Sunak is heading to Belfast tonight as an agreement on the Northern Ireland Protocol draws closer.
It’s time to tackle gender inequality in unpaid care work
Economy
By Cherie Blair
It’s time to tackle gender inequality in unpaid care work
Juggling a career with unpaid care work is an enormous challenge that women face everywhere.
The UK stands ready to help as we move from rescue to recovery in Turkey and Syria
Foreign affairs
By Andrew Mitchell MP
The UK stands ready to help as we move from rescue to recovery in Turkey and Syria
The immense scale of the devastation caused by last week’s deadly earthquakes in Turkey and Syria is still difficult to comprehend.
The devastation in Turkey and Syria is heart breaking – our support is needed more than ever
Foreign affairs
By Feryal Clark MP
The devastation in Turkey and Syria is heart breaking – our support is needed more than ever
The scenes from the devastation caused by the 7.8 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes in Turkey and Syria last week are heart breaking.
MP Briefings On Northern Ireland Protocol Agreement Being Finalised As Deal Nears
Brexit
MP Briefings On Northern Ireland Protocol Agreement Being Finalised As Deal Nears
The government is putting the final touches on briefings for key stakeholders detailing an imminent deal on the Northern Ireland Protocol as UK and European Union negotiators close in on an agreement.
Former Tory Leader Says Government Is 'Asleep At The Wheel' On China Risks
Foreign affairs
Former Tory Leader Says Government Is "Asleep At The Wheel" On China Risks
Iain Duncan Smith has accused the government of being “asleep at the wheel” over international security concerns relating to China, after days of speculation over possible spy balloons in Western airspace.
Top Stories: UK Could Ease Sanctions on Syria To Allow Aid Through, Secret Cross-Party Brexit Summit
Foreign affairs
Top Stories: UK Could Ease Sanctions on Syria To Allow Aid Through, Secret Cross-Party Brexit Summit
Development minister Andrew Mitchell has suggested sanctions on Syria could be eased if needed to get aid to survivors of the devastating earthquake.
Partner content
Communities
By Mobile UK
UK Mobile Operators Extend Support To Help With Relief Efforts In Turkey And Syria
UK mobile operators EE, Three, Virgin Media O2 and Vodafone have announced new measures to assist those affected by the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria.
The Derbyshire Dales need support to meet the needs of Ukrainian refugees and local people
Communities
By Rob Cogings
The Derbyshire Dales need support to meet the needs of Ukrainian refugees and local people
Residents of the Derbyshire Dales have opened their homes to Ukrainian refugees.
We must listen to the voices of Afghan women and girls when making decisions about them
Foreign affairs
By Wendy Chamberlain MP
We must listen to the voices of Afghan women and girls when making decisions about them
There is no question that the United Kingdom has let down the people of Afghanistan. And there is no question that we have let down – and continue to let down – Afghan women and girls.
Boris Johnson Urges Rishi Sunak To Send Jets To Ukraine After Historic Zelensky Speech
Defence
Boris Johnson Urges Rishi Sunak To Send Jets To Ukraine After Historic Zelensky Speech
Boris Johnson has called on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to help bolster Ukraine's defences against Russia by giving President Volodymyr Zelensky the British jets he is asking for.
Ukrainian President Zelensky Thanks UK For Support In Historic Westminster Speech
Defence
Ukrainian President Zelensky Thanks UK For Support In Historic Westminster Speech
In a historic speech in Westminster, the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky gave his thanks to the UK for its support in its battle against Russia.
President Zelensky Visiting UK For The First Time Since Russian Invasion
Foreign affairs
President Zelensky Visiting UK For The First Time Since Russian Invasion
The president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, will arrive in the UK today for the first time since Russia invaded his country in February 2022.
Britain must plan for rebuilding in Turkey and Syria as well as immediate humanitarian aid
Foreign affairs
By Sarah Champion MP
Britain must plan for rebuilding in Turkey and Syria as well as immediate humanitarian aid
The news is devastating. This huge earthquake in southern Turkey and northern Syria has killed thousands and the numbers continue to rise. In 1999, an earthquake of a similar magnitude in Turkey killed 17,000.
Ministers In No Rush To Pass Northern Ireland Protocol Bill As Talks With EU Near Climax
Brexit
Ministers In No Rush To Pass Northern Ireland Protocol Bill As Talks With EU Near Climax
The government is reluctant to press ahead with the Northern Ireland Protocol Bill as there are fears it could undermine a key few weeks in its negotiations with the European Union.
Two years on from the military coup, we must step up support for Myanmar’s persecuted health workers
Health
By Dan Poulter MP and Tony Lloyd MP
Two years on from the military coup, we must step up support for Myanmar’s persecuted health workers
Today marks the second anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar. Over the past 730 days, the citizens of Myanmar have faced increasing brutality at the hands of the junta.
Top Stories: Keir Starmer Questions Why Dominic Raab Is Still In Post, Unions Warn Of More Strikes
Defence
Top Stories: Keir Starmer Questions Why Dominic Raab Is Still In Post, Unions Warn Of More Strikes
Keir Starmer challenged the Prime Minister at Prime Minister’s Questions on why the deputy prime minister still has a job despite allegations of bullying after Nadhim Zahawi was sacked over his tax affairs.
Keir Starmer Promises Industry Leaders Labour Is A 'Reliable Partner' For Global Business
Economy
Keir Starmer Promises Industry Leaders Labour Is A "Reliable Partner" For Global Business
Keir Starmer told international business leaders that Labour is a “reliable partner” in global trade and industry at a reception in Westminster on Monday evening.
Benefits Wrongly Paid To Thousands Of EU Citizens Due To Home Office Error
Brexit
Benefits Wrongly Paid To Thousands Of EU Citizens Due To Home Office Error
Exclusive: The government has wrongly made benefits payments to potentially tens of thousands of European Union citizens due to a Home Office data error. 
We must continue to impose sanctions on Iran for shamelessly bartering in human lives
Foreign affairs
By Alicia Kearns MP
We must continue to impose sanctions on Iran for shamelessly bartering in human lives
It has been almost five months since Mahsa Amini was murdered by Iran’s morality police for her alleged noncompliance with the country’s repressive dress code.
Labour Sees No “Political Case” For Rejoining EU Single Market, Ukraine Issues Plea For More Tanks
Brexit
Labour Sees No “Political Case” For Rejoining EU Single Market, Ukraine Issues Plea For More Tanks
Labour leader Keir Starmer has said that there is no “political case” for the UK to rejoin the EU single market, but that he would seek a “closer relationship" with the bloc.
EventsAll
Unlocking the Senior Civil Service London
2023
London
Unlocking the Senior Civil Service London
Women in Education
2023
Women in Education
Ethnic Minorities into Leadership London
2023
Ethnic Minorities into Leadership London
Energy Security & Green Infrastructure Week 2023
2023
Online
Energy Security & Green Infrastructure Week 2023