politics
No 10 denies failing to defend Khan against Trump
The US president takes another swipe at Sir Sadiq Khan, describing him as a “disgusting mayor”. Source link
Budget could knock 0.5% off inflation next year, Bank chief says
Bank of England deputy governor Clare Lombardelli said inflation would be brought down by measures cutting energy prices and freezing rail fares. Source link
Nigel Farage meets French far-right leader in London
National Rally president Jordan Bardella says he believes the Reform UK leader will become the next British PM. Source link
Ex-Reform council leader quits following social media probe
Ian Cooper had already had his Reform UK membership revoked by the party. Source link
Thirteen Labour MPs vote for talks on joining EU customs union
One hundred MPs voted for and 100 against the Liberal Democrats’ bill, which would require the UK to begin talks with the EU for a new customs union. Source link
Trump criticises 'weak' European leaders over Ukraine and immigration
In his latest public criticism of Europe, the US president claims countries are “decaying”. Source link
Labour and Plaid Cymru agree Welsh budget deal
Labour and Plaid agree a deal on spending plans, helping avoid a government defeat in January. Source link
Minimum wage should not go any higher, suggests Badenoch
Badenoch claimed Labour had tipped the balance too far against workers and in favour of welfare. Source link
Rayner urges MPs not to 'blink or buckle' on employment rights
The government U-turned on protection against dismissal from day one last month in a bid to pass the bill. Source link
Minister 'disgusted' after soldiers injured in Ajax exercise
Luke Pollard says three investigations are under way after further problems emerged with the beleaguered armoured vehicle programme. Source link