Morgan McSweeney, former Chief of Staff to Sir Keir Starmer, has rejected media portrayals of his conduct while in office, specifically disclaiming allegations he pressured civil servants over Lord Mandelson's vetting process for the US ambassadorship. McSweeney, speaking publicly for the first time since his February resignation, made the comments at the Kyiv Security Forum.
Northern Ireland has become the first part of the UK to introduce a statutory two-week paid leave entitlement for women and their partners following a miscarriage at any stage of pregnancy. This landmark provision, estimated to assist 9,000 employees annually, aims to provide crucial time for grieving and recovery, a move welcomed by support organisations and those personally affected.
The Liberal Democrats have called on the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to investigate Nigel Farage's role in promoting a "2m cryptocurrency purchase, raising concerns about potential market abuse.
The agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius has been paused indefinitely due to US President Donald Trump withdrawing his support. Foreign Minister Stephen Doughty confirmed the setback, attributing blame directly to the US President.
