Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer concludes the year’s PMQs as resident doctors strike. Meanwhile, the UK and EU reach an electricity market deal, and Unison elects new left-wing leadership.

Year-End PMQs: Starmer Faces Pressure Over Doctors’ Strikes and EU Energy Deal

A member of the UK armed forces died in Ukraine during an accident while observing the testing of a new defensive capability. PM Starmer offers condolences. The death was away from the front lines.

UK Armed Forces Member Dies in Tragic Accident While Observing Defensive Testing in Ukraine

During PMQs, Tory leader Kemi Badenoch challenged PM Keir Starmer's record in office. Starmer hit back, paying tribute to Lance Corporal George Hooley, who died in Ukraine.

Kemi Badenoch Targets PM Starmer's Governance Record During Prime Minister's Questions

E3 leaders (Starmer, Macron, Merz) meet Zelenskyy in London to discuss the war in Ukraine. Talks focus on territory and US pressure for a quick peace deal.

European Leaders Meet in London Amid US Pressure on Ukraine Peace Deal

The UK government delayed its approval for China’s super-embassy at Royal Mint Court until January 20th, coinciding with PM Keir Starmer’s planned visit to Beijing.

UK Government Postpones Super-Embassy Decision until January, Aligning with Starmer’s Beijing Trip

PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves after opposition claims she misled public over the £26bn tax-raising budget and OBR forecasts.

UK Leader Keir Starmer Defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves Against Claims of Misleading Public

Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester Mayor, fuels Labour leadership coup speculation by repeatedly refusing to rule out challenging Sir Keir Starmer for Prime Minister.

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham Dodges Question on Challenging Keir Starmer for PM Role

PM Starmer names Wylfa (Wales) as site for three Rolls-Royce SMRs (£2.5bn investment), sparking a backlash from the Trump administration over choosing a UK firm.

UK Labour Government Selects Wylfa for First Rolls-Royce Small Nuclear Reactors Despite US Opposition

The UK will supply 5,000 multi-purpose missiles to Ukraine, strengthening Kyiv’s defences and expanding British military aid ahead of winter.

UK to Send 5,000 Multi-Purpose Missiles to Ukraine amid Renewed Support

The UK plans a mandatory digital ID system for all new employees to tackle illegal immigration, led by Keir Starmer. The ID, stored on phones, will also offer access to benefits and tax records, but faces privacy concerns.

UK Digital ID Mandatory for New Jobs to Curb Illegal Immigration & Boost Services