Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned citing the government's military spending plans, which he believes fall short of national security needs and could make Britain less safe. This resignation is seen as a significant setback for Keir Starmer.
The king's speech will set out the legislative programme for the next year, while Labour leader Keir Starmer meets Wes Streeting, who is considering a leadership challenge.
The King's state opening of Parliament sets out the government's legislative programme, while Labour faces internal turmoil as Keir Starmer meets Wes Streeting amid potential leadership challenge, with a decision expected by tomorrow.
Cat Little, Cabinet Office permanent secretary, will give evidence to MPs regarding the vetting of Peter Mandelson for ambassadorial clearance. The hearing follows controversy over Olly Robbins's sacking and the discovery of a recommendation against granting Mandelson clearance.
Keir Starmer faces PMQs today with the Peter Mandelson vetting row dominating the Westminster agenda. Olly Robbins, the former Foreign Office permanent secretary whom Starmer sacked, gave evidence to MPs yesterday, with Labour MPs warning the prime minister's leadership is now on borrowed time. Former cabinet secretary Mark Sedwill said Robbins should get his job back.
