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Trump's commitment to Ukraine peace is sincere - PM

Mon, 03/03/2025 - 18:56
As the PM was speaking, Trump attacked European leaders' Ukraine stance, asking "what are they thinking?"
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Low-paid workers to get 80% of salary in sick pay

Mon, 03/03/2025 - 15:26
Those currently earning less than £123 a week are currently not eligible for sick pay.
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King's pivotal role in Trump and Ukraine balancing act

Mon, 03/03/2025 - 14:51
King Charles has been a key part of efforts to maintain relationships with Trump and Zelensky.
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Starmer announces £1.6bn missile deal for Ukraine

Mon, 03/03/2025 - 09:43
The PM announced "a number" of allies had signed up to his plan following the Lancaster House summit.
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Chris Mason: Starmer is helping to shape talks but path to peace could be long

Mon, 03/03/2025 - 06:55
The gathering of European leaders took on greater significance after Trump and Zelenksy's flare up in the Oval Office, political editor Chris Mason writes.
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Covid inquiry turns to PPE deals and the 'VIP lane'

Mon, 03/03/2025 - 03:49
Four weeks of hearings will look at the purchase of billions of pounds of medical equipment in the pandemic.
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Was Starmer's summit enough to sway Trump?

Sun, 03/02/2025 - 22:33
Europe stepping up is only half of the story and much depends on whether the US is willing to play its part.
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Faisal Islam: Any Starmer deal with Trump is all about avoiding tariffs

Fri, 02/28/2025 - 15:11
A deal to avoid further trade barriers appears very much on the cards, but challenges remain.
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Chris Mason: Starmer wins Trump over - but Ukraine uncertainty lingers

Fri, 02/28/2025 - 07:52
No 10 thinks the talks were a success but questions remain on defence, our political editor writes.
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Did the White House help end the Tate brothers travel ban?

Fri, 02/28/2025 - 02:16
The release of Tate and his brother came after discussions between US and Romanian officials.
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UK looks at Texas supermax prison for ideas to cut overcrowding

Fri, 02/28/2025 - 01:00
The government wants to adopt a scheme which encourages inmates to gain qualifications and take jobs.
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Watch: Decoding the PM's meeting with Donald Trump

Fri, 02/28/2025 - 00:16
The handshake, the jokes and diplomacy by flattery - analysing Starmer's first visit to the White House.
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Key takeaways from Starmer's talks with Trump

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 23:22
A surprise letter from King Charles III to a possible trade deal - the key moments from Starmer's visit to the White House.
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