Politics
French minister: We will not be blackmailed by UK over post-Brexit trade
Amelie de Montchalin said France would not sign up to a bad deal just to ensure an agreement is in place by January 1.
Boris Johnson’s absence from flood-hit areas defended by No 10
Downing Street said it was important not to distract from efforts to help those hit by flooding.
Home Secretary Priti Patel: no stranger to controversy
The MP for Witham is an ambitious Brexiteer and free market enthusiast from the right of the party.
Who could we see in Keir Starmer’s shadow cabinet?
Starmer could assemble quite a formidable shadow cabinet if he is elected as the next leader.
Labour members begin voting for Jeremy Corbyn’s successor
The membership are choosing between Sir Keir Starmer, Rebecca Long-Bailey and Lisa Nandy.
Concern expressed over reports PM ordered staff to find ways around NI protocol
Sinn Fein MP Chris Hazzard said the UK Government ‘must not be allowed to sidestep their responsibilities’.
Treasury officials to be moved north in Budget
John McDonnell accused the Conservatives of stealing his policy, asking "will these Tories ever come up with something original?"
Labour leadership candidates say they would offer rivals top jobs
Frontrunner Sir Keir said he would offer senior roles to both of his opponents if he won.
Johnson orders aides to send him shorter ‘easy read’ memos
Cummings and Johnson are said to be running “government by ADHD” — attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.