U.K. Politics - Page 2

February 16

British comedian goes viral for skit critiquing Western immigration attitudes

Comedian Pat Smith's viral immigration skit gets 21 million views on X, sparking debate about assimilation and cultural expectations in host countries.

February 9

As Epstein-linked appointment sparks backlash, UK PM Starmer faces party revolt amid resignation calls

Labor Party in turmoil as Jeffrey Epstein links to Peter Mandelson trigger resignations and threaten Starmer's leadership ahead of crucial MP meeting.

February 9

Prince William, Princess Catherine 'deeply concerned' by Epstein files revelations, palace says

The Prince and Princess of Wales responded to continuing Epstein file revelations involving allegations against Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.

February 8

Keir Starmer’s chief of staff resigns after recommending Epstein-connected ambassador

Morgan McSweeney resigns as Starmer's chief of staff amid criticism over Peter Mandelson's UK ambassador appointment linked to Jeffrey Epstein connections.

February 5

Trump signals willingness to defend Diego Garcia military base if future deal threatens US access

President Donald Trump signaled a willingness to move past tensions with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer over a controversial U.K.-Mauritius deal involving Diego Garcia.

February 4

Irish comedian says UK PM Starmer hides from culture wars as 'ordinary people' fight daily battles

Controversial Irish comedy writer Graham Linehan testified before Congress on Wednesday about U.K. free speech battles and ongoing transgender policy disputes.

February 3

London police launch criminal investigation into former UK ambassador to US with alleged Epstein ties

Metropolitan Police launched a criminal investigation into Peter Mandelson over alleged Jeffrey Epstein connections and misconduct claims.

January 29

Trump warns UK it's 'very dangerous' to do business with China after Starmer's Beijing meeting

President Trump warned the U.K. it is “very dangerous" to deepen ties with China after PM Keir Starmer met Xi Jinping in Beijing, also cautioning that Canada faces even greater risk.

January 28

UK reopens Chagos Islands talks with US following Trump criticism of deal: reports

Chagos Islands talks between U.K. and U.S. reopened after President Donald Trump called the Mauritius deal an "act of great stupidity" as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says discussions have resumed.

January 26

Chinese hackers reportedly breached phones at 'heart of Downing Street' in global spy campaign

Chinese state-linked hackers reportedly breached phones "at the heart of Downing Street," and allegedly accessed the phone data of millions.