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Foreign Office's Top Official Leaves Post Amid Vetting Row

Sir Olly Robbins, the Foreign Office's top civil servant, is leaving his post after the department failed to inform the prime minister about Lord Mandelson's failed security vetting. The move comes as Sir Keir Starmer faces calls to resign over the handling of the appointment.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/17/2026

Politics

Aid Cuts Threaten Global Economic Stability Amid Iran War

Cuts to overseas aid by countries including the US and UK risk worsening global economic instability, says David Miliband. The former British foreign secretary warns of increased poverty and displacement.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/17/2026

Politics

Top UK Diplomat Olly Robbins Exits Amid Vetting Controversy

Olly Robbins, the UK Foreign Office's top civil servant, has left his post after a row over Peter Mandelson's security vetting. The decision to override Mandelson's failed vetting has sparked calls for Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/17/2026

Politics

UK Chancellor Aims to Break Gas and Electricity Price Link

Chancellor Rachel Reeves seeks to decouple electricity prices from gas costs, citing the need for a more stable energy market. The move could reduce the impact of volatile gas prices on electricity bills.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/17/2026

Politics

UK Chancellor Warns of Budget Cuts to Boost Defence Spending

Rachel Reeves says 'difficult choices' are needed to increase defence spending, potentially cutting other budgets, including welfare. The move comes amid rising geopolitical tensions and pressure to boost the military budget.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/17/2026

Politics

Badenoch Slams Farage as Opportunist Over Scottish Nationalist Appeal

Kemi Badenoch accuses Nigel Farage of opportunism after he urges Scottish nationalists to back Reform, sparking a heated debate ahead of the Holyrood election. The Conservative leader claims Farage lacks genuine beliefs, instead telling people what they want to hear.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/17/2026

Politics

Starmer Faces Calls to Resign Over Mandelson Security Vetting Controversy

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under pressure to resign after it was revealed that Peter Mandelson failed his security vetting, despite Starmer's previous claims that he had passed. The controversy has sparked calls for Starmer's resignation from opposition parties.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/17/2026

Politics

UK Prime Minister Faces Calls to Resign Over Lord Mandelson Vetting Scandal

Sir Keir Starmer is under pressure to step down after it was revealed he didn't know Lord Mandelson failed security vetting for the US ambassador role. The government says the decision to overrule the vetting agency's recommendation was made by Foreign Office officials.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/16/2026

Politics

UK Government Probes False Asylum Claims After BBC Investigation

The UK government has launched an investigation into false asylum claims after a BBC report revealed migrants were being advised to make fake claims of being gay or victims of domestic abuse. The Home Office is working to ensure anyone abusing the system is held accountable.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/16/2026

Politics

UK Defence Spending Plan Delay Sparks Criticism

Sir Keir Starmer faces pressure to publish the delayed defence investment plan, with critics accusing the government of 'corrosive complacency'. The plan's delay has sparked an escalating row over UK defence spending.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/16/2026

Politics

Exposing the Fake Asylum Industry: A Web of Deceit

Asylum seekers and their advisers are using fabricated evidence to bolster fake claims, including fake news websites and staged protests. An undercover investigation reveals the extent of the deception.

By Mehedi Hasan Sajal · 4/16/2026