The UK government has introduced sweeping changes to its planning system in a bid to tackle the housing crisis and meet an ambitious target of building 1.5 million new homes over the next five years. The initiative forms a central part of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s strategy to stimulate economic growth and provide solutions to … Read more
In a significant development for the United Kingdom’s national security strategy, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed Jonathan Powell as the new National Security Adviser. This move, announced on November 8, 2024, comes at a time when the UK faces an array of global security challenges, from cyber threats to shifting geopolitical dynamics. Powell, with … Read more
On Monday, London’s FTSE 100, the United Kingdom’s primary stock index, saw modest gains led by a surge in travel and leisure shares, although energy sector losses tempered the overall market rise. The FTSE 100 climbed by 0.2% by mid-morning at 0900 GMT, while the FTSE 250 index, focusing on mid-sized companies, outperformed with a … Read more
Thetford, Oct 24 – In the picturesque market town of Thetford, England, Sue Bogacki, a retired care assistant, reflects on what she now considers a major political mistake—her decision to back the Labour Party during this summer’s general election. Like many in her community, she had hoped that voting for Labour would bring stability and … Read more
APIA, Samoa — Britain’s King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in Samoa late Wednesday, commencing a momentous visit where the monarch will be honored with a distinguished title and participate in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). This visit follows their six-day tour of Australia, further cementing their roles in global diplomacy. The royal … Read more
LONDON, Oct 5 – The United Kingdom is preparing to host its first major international investment summit under the leadership of newly elected Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Scheduled for October 14, the summit will feature prominent business leaders from major global firms such as Google, Wayve, and Brookfield Asset Management, as the British government seeks … Read more
LONDON – In a startling revelation, former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson disclosed that he had once ordered military chiefs to devise a plan to raid a Dutch factory in a bid to secure 5 million COVID-19 vaccines. This dramatic measure came after the European Union threatened to block the export of vaccines to the … Read more