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The Latest Breaking News from Sir Keir Starmer

‘We’ve proved the concept’ of deportations, says Starmer

Referring to a one in, one out returns agreement with France, Sir Keir said he wanted ‘to ramp that up’.

The Independent UK

Communities gain power to block vape shops and save pubs in £5bn plan

The government will hand funding directly to ‘the true patriots that build our communities up’

The Independent UK

Starmer says Trump's claim that London wants Sharia law is 'ridiculous' after condemnation by Khan

President Trump called mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan ‘a terrible mayor’ in a speech to the United Nations earlier this week

Evening Standard

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Trump’s claim that London wants sharia law is ‘ridiculous nonsense’ – Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer also said he does not agree with the Republican president that European countries are ‘going to hell’.

The Independent UK

Birmingham pub bombings: PM pays tribute to families but fails to offer inquiry

Relatives of people killed in the 1974 attacks renewed calls for a probe ‘as a matter of urgency’ last year ahead of the 50th anniversary last year.

The Independent UK

Government announces £5bn to revive high streets, parks and public spaces

The investment includes £2 million every year for a decade for 169 more areas and a one-off cash injection of £1.5 million for 95 areas.

Evening Standard

Were the Scots and the Irish consulted before the Brit Card was named?

DIGITAL ID cards are set to become a legal requirement for all UK adults. And they appear to be called Brit Cards.

The National (Scotland)

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UK's New Digital 'Brit-Card' ID Is Mandatory for All Citizens: Here's What Happens if You Don't Comply

The UK government is preparing to launch a mandatory digital ID called the BritCard, designed to curb illegal immigration and modernise access to public services—but critics warn it risks creating a surveillance state and punishing vulnerable citizens.

International Business Times UK

Political unease sparks increase in UK bond yields as FTSE 100 dips

The possibility of a political challenge to Sir Keir Starmer could put the pound under pressure, analysts warned.

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer more unpopular than Donald Trump in Scotland, new poll suggests

PRIME Minister Keir Starmer is more unpopular in Scotland than Donald Trump, a new poll has suggested

The National (Scotland)

When will new UK digital ID card be introduced and how will it work?

The digital ID card marks the government’s latest attempt to crack down on illegal migration

The Independent UK

Why does Keir Starmer want to introduce the Brit-Card?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to introduce digital ID cards called Brit-Cards

The National (Scotland)

Labour Conference: When is it? Everything you need to know

There is expected to be lots up for discussion at the imminent conference

Evening Standard

BBC and news agencies launch short film calling on Israel for access to Gaza

The film has been narrated by veteran BBC journalist David Dimbleby.

Evening Standard

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The National (Scotland)

What is a Digital ID? Everything you need to know

Keir Starmer is expected to announce digital ID is set to be made law for all adults in the UK ...

The Independent UK

Government set to introduce digital ID cards to tackle illegal migration

Sir Keir Starmer is due to announce the so-called Brit-Card in a speech on Friday.

Evening Standard

Mandatory Government-issued ID cards will make immigration system 'fair', argues Starmer

The move comes as part of the government’s bid to tackle illegal migration, but many have raised concerns about the risk to privacy

Evening Standard

Who is Andy Burnham's wife? Mayor is tipped to make Westminster return

Who is the lady standing behind the Labour man? Here’s all we know...

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The Guardian - UK

Starmer to unveil digital ID cards in plan set to ignite civil liberties row

‘Brit card’ already facing opposition from privacy campaigners as government looks for ways to tackle illegal immigration

Evening Standard

Starmer’s director of communications becomes latest senior Downing Street aide to quit

Steph Driver announced she would be leaving her post on Thursday after five years working at Sir Keir Starmer’s side

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer’s director of communications quits No 10

Steph Driver, who has worked alongside the Prime Minister for five years, said his Government continued to have her ‘unwavering support’.

The Independent UK

Every UK working adult will need ‘Brit card’ digital ID under Starmer plan to tackle illegal migration

Civil liberties groups warn mandatory digital IDs risk pushing ‘unauthorised migrants further into the shadows’

The Guardian - UK

What is the Labour Together row and are there risks for Keir Starmer?

The Tories are calling for the standards commissioner and the police to investigate the Labour-aligned thinktank

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer’s head of communications quits in fresh blow to PM

Steph Driver, who worked for Sir Keir for more than five years, becomes the latest high-profile exit from the PM’s top team

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King Charles is Team Donald Trump, but London refuses to accept his bigoted attack

He said the quiet part out loud.

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