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Mandelson slammed as ‘moron’ by Trump adviser after being named US ambassador

Criticism from Chris LaCivita, the campaign strategist who helped secure former president’s re-election

Financial Times - 5h

Peter Mandelson: How the 'Prince of Darkness' became His Excellency

Lord Mandelson - set to be the UK's ambassador to the US - revels in his image as a behind-the-scenes fixer.

BBC News - 10h

Peter Mandelson to Be Named UK Ambassador to US

The veteran Labour lawmaker chosen by Prime Minister Keir Starmer has experience in trade policy and business and was once nicknamed “the Prince of Darkness” for his political tactics.

The New York Times - 23h

Peter Mandelson 'honoured' to be appointed US ambassador

The former cabinet minister says he will help the government land "big opportunities" with the US government.

BBC News - 7h

Lord Peter Mandelson to be UK’s next ambassador to US

Former Labour minister is expected to try to avert a trade war with incoming Trump administration

Financial Times - 1d

Peter Mandelson to be announced as UK’s next US ambassador

Keir Starmer on the verge of appointing Labour grandee to key post at start of Trump presidency. Peter Mandelson is set to become Britain’s next ambassador to the US, the first time a politician ...

The Guardian - 1d

There’s an opportunity for the UK in semiconductors

The country has lagged behind on manufacturing but a fast-expanding sector offers a way forward

Financial Times - 2d

Why are prices rising in the UK?

The rate at which prices are rising remains higher than the Bank of England's 2% inflation target.

BBC News - 2d

UK inflation rises to 2.6% in November

Figure cements expectations Bank of England will hold interest rates steady on Thursday

Financial Times - 2d

UK wage growth accelerates to 5.2%

Increase in pay for three months to October driven by private sector

Financial Times - 3d

Controversial Nigerian pastor dismisses UK deportation claims

Yahoo News - 4d

UK manufacturing confidence slumps after Reeves’ Budget

Data from Make UK complicates picture for BoE rate-setters as they contemplate how quickly to cut interest rates

Financial Times - 4d

UK in diplomatic contact with Syrian rebels, says Lammy

The foreign secretary's remarks come as the government announced £50m of humanitarian aid for Syrians.

BBC News - 5d

Colombia seeks renegotiation of investment treaty with the UK

Trade minister says current deal favours companies over the state

Financial Times - 5d

UK economy unexpectedly shrinks by 0.1%

October contraction marks second consecutive fall and deals blow to Labour government’s economic agenda

Financial Times - Dec. 13

UK fighter unlawfully killed in Ukraine, coroner finds

A coroner rejects claims former soldier Daniel Burke of Manchester was accidentally shot by his comrade.

BBC News - Dec. 13

UK government’s NatWest stake falls below 10%

State has been selling shares in bank since 2015

Financial Times - Dec. 13

UK economy shrinks unexpectedly for second month in a row

The economy had been expected to return to growth but it contracted by 0.1%.

BBC News - Dec. 13

Kemi Badenoch, sandwiches and appealing to UK voters

She is right to remind us we should not take British stability for granted, but needs to make this part of her leadership

Financial Times - Dec. 13

What are the chances of a white Christmas in the UK?

How likely are we to see a white Christmas in 2024?

BBC News - Dec. 13

Reform UK calls for Thames Water to be renationalised

Populist party’s deputy leader says heavily indebted utility should ‘be put out of its misery’

Financial Times - Dec. 13

UK's last Trafalgar submarine makes final voyage

HMS Triumph travelled from Clyde naval base to Devonport, where it will soon retire from service after more than 20 years

BBC News - Dec. 12

It’s time for the UK to be brave in talks with the EU

Also in this newsletter, Scotland’s drive to end child poverty

Financial Times - Dec. 12

A UK housebuilding recovery will not be built in a day

Too many caveats surround the government’s goal of building 300,000 new homes a year

Financial Times - Dec. 12

Trump tariffs to have 'insignificant effect' on UK economy

Plans by Donald Trump to impose blanket tariffs on all imports to the US will have an "insignificant effect" on the UK economy, according to a poll of international economists. While policymakers ...

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 12