Car industry consulted over 2030 petrol and diesel ban
The government says it will “restore clarity” for vehicle manufacturers and the charging industry....
Labour appoints 30 new peers including Sue Gray
Sue Gray will join the Houe of Lords two months after she left her role as the PM’s chief of staff....
Government borrowing at three-year low for November
Public sector borrowing was £11.2bn last month, the lowest November figure since 2021....
Peter Mandelson: How the Prince of Darkness became his excellency
Lord Mandelson – set to be the UK’s ambassador to the US – revels in his image as a behind-the-scenes fixer....
Lord Mandelson expected to be named as UK ambassador to US
The former minister and life peer will replace Dame Karen Pierce in early 2025....
Economic benefits will take some time, says Starmer
The prime minister asked MPs for patience when it comes to raising the UK’s economic growth rates....
Minister named in Bangladesh corruption probe
Tulip Siddiq is accused of helping her aunt, the former prime minister of Bangladesh, embezzle up to £4bn....
UK considers sending troops to train Ukrainians
Defence Secretary John Healey visits Kyiv to discuss plans to provide more support to Ukraine....
Chris Mason: Starmer stung by Waspi women but it’s least of his worries
Women affected by state pension changes believed Labour was on their side, feeding cynicism about politics....
Taxpayers can’t afford Waspi compensation, says PM
Campaigners say they will keep fighting on pensions after government rejects compensation....