politics
UK has not given US permission to use RAF bases for Iran strikes
It comes as US President Donald Trump criticises Sir Keir Starmer’s deal to hand over the Chagos Islands. Source link
Reform expels two councillors amid defection claim
The leader of Warwickshire County Council claims the pair planned to join Rupert Lowe’s Restore Britain. Source link
MP Lowe asks High Court to block watchdog investigation
Rupert Lowe is subject to a probe by the Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme. Source link
Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office
The former prince remains in custody while searches take place in Norfolk and Berkshire. Source link
Plaid Cymru leader abandons net zero emissions pledge
Rhun ap Iorwerth said the target is not realistic, after his party had committed to net zero by 2035. Source link
Chagossians trying to resettle on islands defy removal order
One says the British will have to “drag me from my beach” if they want him to leave the Chagos Islands. Source link
Starmer says Reform UK plans to repeal Equality Act 'shocking'
Reform UK’s education spokesman Suella Braverman says the UK is being torn apart by “tokenism” and “victimhood”. Source link
Starmer appoints Romeo as head of UK civil service
Dame Antonia will be the first woman to hold the post and replaces Sir Chris Wormald as the UK’s top civil servant. Source link
Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal
The president’s comments come just a day after the US gave its official backing to the UK’s Chagos deal. Source link
PM says 'nobody is above the law' over Andrew allegations
Police are currently considering allegations against Andrew, who has consistently denied any wrongdoing. Source link