The US is working hard to negotiate a "great" trade deal with the UK government led by Keir Starmer. According to JD Vance, Vice President Trump "really loves the United Kingdom" and has a cultural affinity with it. Trump imposed tariffs on imports earlier this month, and the UK government hopes to exempt itself from these tariffs. Vance expressed optimism that both sides can come to a mutually beneficial agreement, citing Trump's admiration for the Queen and King, as well as his business relationships in Britain.

Sir Keir Starmer is facing claims of Brexit betrayal after reports emerged that the UK could align with Brussels rules on meat and dairy and accept EU judges' rulings. The move has sparked a backlash from Brexiteers, who warn against making Britain a "rule-taker". According to Bloomberg, British officials have signalled openness to accepting dynamic alignment of rules on fresh meat and dairy, as well as allowing the European Court of Justice (ECJ) oversight in a deal to reduce checks on food imports.

According to a poll by Survation, Reform is expected to break through Labour's "Red Wall" in traditional strongholds across the North and Midlands, with support surging from 18% to 30%. Meanwhile, Labour support has declined from 39% to 27%, with Keir Starmer’s popularity also dropping. The research found that over two-thirds of residents agree that Britain is broken, while only 23% disagree.

Sir Keir Starmer is warned that at least 80 Labour MPs are at risk of losing their seats over the Government's welfare cuts, specifically those affecting disability benefits. An analysis suggests there are more than 80 Labour MPs with a majority smaller than the number of disabled people in their seats who might see their benefits cut, including several high-profile ministers such as Wes Streeting and Shabana Mahmood. The data is being shared among MPs as Sir Keir faces a mounting revolt over welfare cuts.