The US has reduced the EU's tariff from 15% to 10%, matching the UK's rate, but certain EU sectors now enjoy lower tariffs than their UK counterparts, putting British businesses at a disadvantage. However, the UK secures zero tariffs on Scottish whisky.
Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee wants veto power over political appointments to top diplomatic posts following controversy over Lord Mandelson's US ambassador posting. A report criticized the vetting process as "made up as it went along" and called for formal pre-appointment hearings.
A parliamentary committee has recommended MPs be given veto power over ambassadorial appointments, citing Peter Mandelson's "disastrous" posting to Washington as a prime example. The committee criticized the Foreign Office's handling of his security clearance and record-keeping.
A major review prompted by the Peter Mandelson scandal has called for sweeping redesigns of UK lobbying rules. The Ethics and Integrity Commission (EIC) recommends new laws to fix inadequacies in Westminster's transparency systems, with potential implementation before the next general election.
David Hencke, a celebrated Guardian journalist known for uncovering major political scandals including the cash-for-questions affair, has died of liver cancer at 79.
Olly Robbins, the former Foreign Office chief sacked over the Peter Mandelson vetting scandal, is in early talks with Andy Burnham's team for a security-related role, potentially national security adviser, under the likely new prime minister. His controversial return follows his dismissal by Keir Starmer for overturning a security clearance denial for Mandelson, who had links to Jeffrey Epstein and foreign powers.
Keir Starmer has stepped down as UK Prime Minister after two years, citing the need to quit in good grace. His tenure saw a record fall in immigration, progress on NHS waiting times, a mixed picture on crime, a surge in renewable energy, and efforts to boost home ownership, though political turmoil persisted.
İngiltere Başbakanı Starmer, parti içi baskılar ve yerel seçim mağlubiyeti sonrası istifa etti. Yerine Manchester Belediye Başkanı Andy Burnham'ın liderliği ve başbakanlığı alması bekleniyor. Bu, Brexit sonrası görevden ayrılan 6. başbakan oldu.
Uma linha do tempo detalha 10 anos de instabilidade política no Reino Unido desde o referendo do Brexit em 2016. O período viu seis primeiros-ministros, crises econômicas e escândalos, culminando na ascensão do Reform UK e desafios à liderança trabalhista.
Keir Starmer renuncia ao cargo de primeiro-ministro do Reino Unido após dois anos. Sua popularidade despencou e ele não cumpriu promessas de crescimento econômico e controle da imigração. Andy Burnham é o provável sucessor.
O primeiro-ministro do Reino Unido, Keir Starmer, anunciou sua renúncia. A escolha de seu substituto ocorrerá a partir de 9 de julho, com o Parlamento retornando em setembro. Andy Burnham e Wes Streeting são cotados para o cargo.
Minister Liam Byrne's WhatsApp messages are missing from the Mandelson files, with Byrne stating he used the disappearing messages feature. He also commented on political appointments and policy decisions.
Undisclosed messages from Darren Jones to Peter Mandelson show Jones seeking advice on a reshuffle, criticizing colleagues, and expressing career ambitions. Mandelson, sacked as US ambassador due to Epstein links, refused to disclose his messages, leading to parliamentary demands for transparency.
UK MPs are demanding clarity over missing documents related to Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington, with concerns raised about his vetting process and links to controversial figures.
Newly published Mandelson files offer insights into how Peter Mandelson wields power and uses communication as a tool. The documents reveal his strategic use of flattery, fury, and advice to navigate political hierarchies, primarily with powerful men, while offering lessons for future political operators.
Downing Street confirmed the UK Prime Minister uses an auto-delete function on his phone, meaning WhatsApp messages concerning Lord Mandelson may be lost. This comes after a review into WhatsApp use for government business, with concerns raised about security and audit trails.
Private messages from Peter Mandelson criticized Wes Streeting's 'hysterical' concerns about Gaza. Streeting stated he felt 'hitting a brick wall' in government, sharing testimony from doctors in Gaza.
Downing Street confirmed Keir Starmer uses disappearing messages on WhatsApp, raising questions about transparency regarding Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington. The government released documents, but Starmer's direct messages were limited, with many potentially lost due to the auto-delete function.
Veröffentlichte Akten zu Peter Mandelsons Ernennung zum Botschafter zeigen keine Unaufrichtigkeit von Premierminister Starmer, aber Ratlosigkeit der Regierung. Mandelson strebte Kanzleramt in Oxford an und kritisierte die fehlende Strategie der Regierung.
Ein Skandal erschüttert die britische Politik: 1500 Seiten Akten enthüllen den Einfluss des Diplomaten Peter Mandelson, der Kontakte zu Jeffrey Epstein und Verbindungen nach China und Russland pflegte. Der Eindruck von Premier Starmer wird dabei negativ beleuchtet.
A second batch of papers on Lord Mandelson's UK ambassador appointment to the US has been released, but key questions remain unanswered. These include the content of undisclosed messages, why vetting officials recommended against clearance, Mandelson's response to due diligence, details of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and his concerns about the Chagos Islands.
Labour MPs are not seeking tax rises to fund more benefits, according to Cabinet Office minister Nick Thomas-Symonds. He commented on leaked WhatsApp messages from Pat McFadden suggesting otherwise, calling them "embarrassing" but not reflective of his experience.
UK minister Nick Thomas-Symonds described his phone being stolen in October, losing messages including those with Peter Mandelson, which are sought in connection with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. He called the theft a "nightmare" and confirmed messages were about appointments and Oxford University.
Labour minister Nick Thomas-Symonds stated that MPs are not seeking tax rises to fund benefits, despite leaked messages from Pat McFadden suggesting otherwise. Thomas-Symonds called the messages "embarrassing" but defended the government's transparency.
