politics
Reform pledges to scrap VAT and green levies on energy bills
There are fears the war in Iran could lead to a surge in household energy bills. Source link
Chris Mason: Why Starmer thinks he's called it right on war despite Trump barbs
The BBC’s Political Editor Chris Mason considers the US president’s recent jabs at the UK prime minister. Source link
Reeves vows to stop UK tech from 'drifting abroad'
The Chancellor tells the BBC she wants the “pattern to end” while also pledging closer ties with the EU Source link
Wary allies show there's no quick fix to Trump's Iran crisis
European leaders are hesitant to help Trump secure the Strait of Hormuz, but they know inaction on the Iran war is not really an option. Source link
PM says UK working with allies on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
It comes after President Trump urged the UK and other countries to send warships to protect the vital shipping channel. Source link
Scotland's assisted dying debate reaches final stages on eve of vote
The long-running political battle over assisted dying comes to an end as MSPs get ready to vote. Source link
Starmer warned over assisted dying bill by more than 100 Labour MPs
More than 100 Labour MPs warn that failing to pass the legislation would undermine trust in politics. Source link
Inside the Rage Machine
The inside story of how social media algorithms sow division with real-world consequences. Source link
Cash incentives for firms to hire jobless young people
Proposals to tackle youth unemployment are being announced by the work and pensions secretary later. Source link
One-off £2,000 grant gives care leavers head start, study finds
Participants were less likely to become homeless or spend time in hospital or prison, researchers say. Source link