Bank warning interest rates will stay high for longer
“It’s much too early to be thinking about rate cuts,” says Bank boss Andrew Bailey as rates are held at 5.25%....
‘Macho’ culture at No 10 harmed Covid response, Helen MacNamara says
Former top official Helen MacNamara tells Covid inquiry women were sidelined in male-dominated No 10....
UK reveals AI agreement as Elon Musk warns of extinction
The Tesla owner’s warning comes as the government says “landmark” declaration has been agreed....
‘Stiletto row’ official to appear at Covid inquiry
Chris Mason looks ahead to former top civil servant Helen McNamara’s testimony at the Covid inquiry....
Boris Johnson thought old people should accept Covid fate, inquiry told
The former PM’s handling of the virus comes under attack over six hours of testimony by aides....
Keir Starmer to set out policy on Israel-Gaza war amid Labour tensions
The Labour leader will use a speech to restate his support for a humanitarian pause, rather than a ceasefire....
Covid inquiry WhatsApps paint picture of chaos
The inquiry lays bare the moods and whims of key government figures at a time of crisis, writes Chris Mason....
Andy McDonald: Labour suspends MP after speech at pro-Palestinian rally
The party says comments made by Andy McDonald at the weekend were “deeply offensive”....
Simon Case: Top official thought Johnson couldn’t lead on Covid
Simon Case said the former PM changed direction”every day,” in evidence heard by the Covid inquiry....
Paul Bristow: Ministerial aide sacked after call for Israel-Gaza ceasefire
Paul Bristow had expressed support for “a permanent ceasefire” in Gaza, which is not government policy....