Global politics has never felt more like a boardroom with Donald Trump as the unpredictable businessman pulling all the strings. This week, high-level diplomacy between world leaders has boiled down to two things: Keep the US president sweet whilst getting the bare minimum in return. Keir Starmer's visit encapsulated that perfectly. Under any other administration, … Continue reading OPINION: Starmer succeeded placating Trump – but must figure out how to get real results
Sir Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelenskyy said this is a "significant moment" for European security amid the continued fallout between the Ukrainian leader and Donald Trump. In a phone call this morning, the prime minister reiterated the UK's "ironclad support" for Ukraine and said he would discuss safeguarding Kyiv's sovereignty with the US president. Sir Keir also spoke with … Continue reading This is ‘significant moment’ for EU security,’ Starmer tells Zelenskyy ahead of US visit
Sir Keir Starmer has refused to confirm the widely expected announcement on support for Heathrow expansion. However, he did reiterate that the government would back pro-growth policies. On Sunday, Chancellor Rachel Reeves hinted that the government would support a third runway at Heathrow, saying "sustainable aviation and economic growth go hand in hand". Asked if … Continue reading PM refuses to confirm backing for Heathrow expansion
Over the last week, Sir Keir Starmer's government has fired the starting gun on the biggest domestic fight of this parliament on his highest priority issue. Yet it's a battle this government is far from certain to win, and the manner in which they've entered combat makes ultimate success less likely. The outcome matters to … Continue reading Will Sir Keir Starmer win his battle against Nimbys to deliver the growth Britain needs?
Sir Keir Starmer is marking his first 100 days in office. When his press spokesperson was asked ahead of the big day if the prime minister thought it had been a successful start, he simply said: "It's up to the public to decide that." The verdict is in, and it isn't good: Sir Keir's approval poll ratings … Continue reading What Britons think about Keir Starmer’s 100 days in office
Chaos looms in Europe and Trump wants 'retribution' A new beginning for Britain and suddenly we find ourselves in a world turning itself inside out, posing clear challenges to the incoming Labour government. The swing to the left in the UK comes just as some of our closest partners appear to be veering in the opposite direction. … Continue reading Starmer’s major diplomatic challenges
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