Author: Alex Wickham

Labour Party leader, Keir Starmer, had hoped to outline his party’s plans for delivering on their promise of change to the British public at their annual conference. However, attention was diverted on the first day as Prime Minister, along with his top aides, addressed internal doubts about decisions made since taking office. Amid reports of political donations, disputes over power dynamics in Downing Street, and controversies surrounding tax increases and budget cuts, the premier faced mounting challenges. Despite this, the Labour team remained focused on their goals of improving housing and rebuilding public services in the long term. As the…

U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves is gearing up to present the current state of public finances amidst a political tug-of-war between her own Labour Party and the opposition Conservatives. In her upcoming speech, Reeves is expected to reveal a nearly £20 billion shortfall left by the previous Tory government, setting the stage for the next five years of economic and political decisions in Britain. This deficit sets the scene for her upcoming autumn budget, where she hints at having to make tough choices to address the financial gap. Whether Reeves and Prime Minister Keir Starmer opt for tax…

From shaking hands with Elmo to representing the liberal order on the world stage, Keir Starmer’s political journey has been swift. Campaigning under the banner of ‘change’, the new U.K. prime minister is now set to lead at the NATO summit. While Starmer’s victory wasn’t unexpected, the speed at which events unfolded has catapulted him into a position of significant influence. As he navigates the complexities of global politics, the weight of responsibility on his shoulders is palpable. Transitioning from local engagements to international diplomacy, Starmer’s leadership skills will be put to the test at the NATO summit. The rapid…