Category : Westminster


Trump's Dominance Reshapes Davos Agenda and Global Focus

President Trump's presence dominates the World Economic Forum in Davos, shifting discussions toward transactional deals and away from climate change, while European leaders face tests over Greenland and tariffs.

Trump's First Year Back: Promises Reviewed

An analysis of Donald Trump's first year since returning to the White House, examining progress on key pledges including immigration cuts, inflation, and foreign policy.

Chagos Islands Deal: UK Sovereignty Transfer to Mauritius

The UK government is proceeding with a deal to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, involving a 99-year lease for the Diego Garcia military base, amid criticism from Donald Trump and security concerns.

Kim Jong Un Dismisses Vice Premier in Public Rebuke

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has dismissed a vice premier, criticising him for causing confusion and economic losses during a factory modernisation project ahead of a key party congress.

Trump's Chagos Attack Tightens Starmer's Diplomatic Bind

Donald Trump's social media broadside against the UK's Chagos Islands deal has intensified pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, testing diplomatic relations amid broader transatlantic tensions over Greenland and European alliances.

Reform UK Court Challenge Over Election Delays

A two-day hearing in February will determine if the government can postpone dozens of local council elections due to reorganisation challenges, with Reform UK leading the legal fight.

Labour MPs Threaten Revolt Over Ground Rent Promise

Sir Keir Starmer could face a major rebellion from over 100 Labour MPs if the government abandons its manifesto pledge to cap ground rents for leaseholders, amid Treasury concerns about pension fund impacts.

Starmer's Fate Hangs on May Elections Amid Polling Crisis

As Keir Starmer focuses on foreign affairs, deputy Labour leader Lucy Powell warns of a looming domestic crisis. With Labour trailing in polls ahead of key May elections, internal unity and voter concerns over cost of living could decide Starmer's politic

Trump's First Year Back: Greenland Focus and NATO Tensions

A year into Donald Trump's return to the White House, his administration's focus on acquiring Greenland and ambiguous stance on NATO have sparked market fears and geopolitical uncertainty, analysed in the latest podcast episode.

Farage Lobbies Trump Team at Davos Summit

Nigel Farage engages with Donald Trump's delegation at Davos as the former US president dominates the global elite forum, with analysis on UK political tensions and trade disputes.

Mike Johnson's Parliamentary Speech Amid Trump Chaos

US House Speaker Mike Johnson addressed UK Parliament in a subdued event, as Donald Trump's erratic diplomacy overshadowed transatlantic relations with controversial Greenland and Chagos Islands remarks.

US Lawmakers Block Trump's Tariffs on Europe

Bipartisan US legislators announce measures to prevent Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on eight European nations, including key NATO allies like Denmark and the UK.

CPS: No New Charges for Lucy Letby

The Crown Prosecution Service announces no further charges against Lucy Letby, the former nurse serving life for baby murders, citing insufficient evidence for new cases.

Le Pen's Appeal and France's Far-Right Rise

Marine Le Pen's appeal against embezzlement charges could shape the 2027 French presidential race, with her party's mainstream appeal growing despite legal troubles.

Davos Braces for Trump's 'Dinosaur Diplomacy'

As Donald Trump prepares to speak at the World Economic Forum, European leaders warn of a shift towards autocracy and a rules-free global order, while protesters rally in Zurich.

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