National Archives: Tony Blair said Putin should be on ‘top table’
The then prime minister believed Russia’s president was at heart a “patriot”, archive files reveal....
National Archives: Swindon move for Millennium Dome proposed
Files reveal Tony Blair’s government was once offered the chance to move the venue out of London....
Further strikes could lie ahead in 2023, says union body TUC
The TUC says further industrial action could take place next year unless the government enters negotiations....
Michael Gove: Better housing design could curb development opposition
Michael Gove says too many planning applications are “indifferent” and don’t focus on “heart and soul”....
Police are solving only 1% of catalytic converter thefts, data suggests
The Liberal Democrats say the failure to recruit more police officers is letting thieves off the hook....
Do not reduce UK’s modern slavery protections, Theresa May warns
The former PM tells the BBC that Rishi Sunak should avoid creating new loopholes for criminal gangs....
Migrants: Ninety people cross Channel on Christmas Day
More than 45,000 migrants have made the perilous crossing from France to England so far this year...
Rishi Sunak thanks public servants with surprise Christmas calls
Rishi Sunak calls diplomats, Royal Navy crew and other workers to thank them for their efforts....
Fresh nurse strike dates announced in England
Nurses threaten to strike again on 18 and 19 January, as more ambulance workers join walkout next month....
Scotland gender reforms: UK ministers may block law
A new law will simplify transitioning but UK ministers say they have concerns and may step in....