Keir Starmer
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Is the UK worth investing in?
Today's big question Labour looks to woo business and reverse years of underinvestment in search for holy grail of growth
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Keir Starmer's first 100 days: how did they go?
Today's big question Honeymoon period dominated by rows over gifts and infighting but there are 'signs of a progressive philosophy emerging'
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What does James Cleverly's shock defeat mean for the Conservatives?
Today's Big Question Tory leadership contest has moved to the right but a 'secret challenger' may lie in wait
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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UK cedes Chagos Islands to Mauritius, minus US base
Speed Read Mauritius has long argued it was forced to give up the islands in 1965 in return for independence from Britain
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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'Fun police': how pubs became a battleground in the culture war
Talking Point PM dubbed 'no-beer Keir' for mooted smoking ban and rumoured early closing times, but does the nation's booze problem demand a firm hand?
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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What could Labour's housing policy look like?
The Explainer The government is determined to shake up the housing sector after regaining power for the first time in 14 years
By Marc Shoffman, The Week UK Published
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The rules on what gifts MPs can accept from donors
The Explainer It's the 'system we have' says Labour cabinet minister as campaigners calls for overhaul of the ministerial code
By The Week Staff Published
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Men in Gray suits: why the plots against Starmer's top adviser?
Today's Big Question Increasingly damaging leaks about Sue Gray reflect 'bitter acrimony' over her role and power struggle in new government
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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Why is Labour looking to Italy on migration?
Today's Big Question Keir Starmer wants to learn lessons from Giorgia Meloni, but not everyone is impressed with the Albania agreement
By Elizabeth Carr-Ellis, The Week UK Published
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Keir Starmer defends winter fuel cut
Speed Read PM says government must 'fix the foundations' despite criticism
By Elizabeth Carr-Ellis, The Week UK Published
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What does Keir Starmer want from the EU?
Today's Big Question Starmer hopes for defence co-operation and access to German market but huge obstacles remain
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Does Labour have a cronyism problem?
Today's Big Question Labour accused of creating a 'chumocracy by stealth' through civil service appointments
By Sorcha Bradley, The Week UK Published
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Public sector strikes: where are we now
The Explainer Government announces deals with train drivers but further walkouts are on the cards
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Has Keir Starmer turned the tide after week of riots?
Today's Big Question After two trouble-free nights, attention turns to whether the PM can meet longer term challenges
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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