David Hughes
Politics
Hidden camera found in ceiling panel at government offices in London
The security services have been notified of the discovery
By David Hughes
9 Jun 2026
Politics
Starmer says UK working with allies on ‘viable plan’ to open Strait of Hormuz
The Prime Minister has resisted Donald Trump’s demands to send Royal Navy warships to help secure the vital shipping route.
By David Hughes
16 Mar 2026
Politics
Starmer plans Zelensky talks amid fear of Russian oil ‘windfall’
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he would soon meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
By David Hughes
16 Mar 2026
Politics
Reeves drawing up plans to help with energy costs as Iran war continues
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will ‘take the necessary decisions to help families with the cost of living and protect the public finances’.
By David Hughes
14 Mar 2026
Business News
Ministers warn petrol retailers against ‘unfair practices’
Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Energy Secretary Ed Miliband called in forecourt operators in response to the Middle East crisis.
By David Hughes
13 Mar 2026
Politics
PM was warned of ‘reputational risk’ from Mandelson ties to Epstein, files show
The Government has released the first batch of files relating to Lord Peter Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the US.
By David Hughes
11 Mar 2026
Politics
Starmer warned of ‘reputational risk’ over Mandelson links to Epstein
The due diligence report summarised what was known about Lord Peter Mandelson’s links with Jeffrey Epstein.
By David Hughes
11 Mar 2026
Business News
Royal Navy destroyer HMS Dragon sets sail for eastern Mediterranean
The Type 45 destroyer has left Portsmouth to bolster the UK’s defences around Cyprus.
By David Hughes
10 Mar 2026
Business News
Second British ship being prepared to respond to Middle East crisis
RFA Lyme Bay could be sent to the eastern Mediterranean if the crisis continues.
By David Hughes
10 Mar 2026
Politics
Keir Starmer insists economy well placed to absorb ‘likely impact’ of Iran war
Oil prices have soared after the US and Israeli strike on Iran and Tehran’s retaliation against Gulf states.
By David Hughes
9 Mar 2026
Politics
Starmer acknowledges concerns as Iran war threatens to impact cost of living
Sir Keir Starmer said: ‘No matter the headwinds, supporting working people and their families with the cost of living is always top of my mind.’
By David Hughes
9 Mar 2026
Politics
David Lammy: RAF jets could legally strike Iran’s missile bases
The Deputy Prime Minister’s comments came after Defence Secretary John Healey refused to rule out expanding the RAF’s role.
By David Hughes
6 Mar 2026
Politics
HMS Dragon not set to sail until next week to protect Cyprus
The warship is being reloaded with ammunition in Portsmouth before departing for the Mediterranean.
By David Hughes
4 Mar 2026
Politics
Starmer says UK-US relationship does not mean ‘hanging on to Trump’s words’
Sir Keir Starmer has been the subject of personal attacks from Donald Trump over the initial refusal to allow British bases to be used to bomb Iran.
By David Hughes
4 Mar 2026
Politics
Starmer defends response to Iran crisis after criticism from Trump and Tories
The Prime Minister said the situation was ‘serious and volatile’ but said he would respond with clarity and purpose.
By David Hughes
4 Mar 2026
Politics
HMS Dragon may not sail to protect Cyprus until next week – report
The Type 45 destroyer is in Portsmouth and its departure to the easter Mediterranean may not come for several days.
By David Hughes
4 Mar 2026
Business News
Tax burden heading to ‘uncharted territory’ with risk to growth, OBR warns
Budget responsibility committee member Professor David Miles said there was ‘clearly a risk’ in the historically high tax burden.
By David Hughes
4 Mar 2026
Money
Reeves insists she has right plan despite economic growth forecast cut
The Office for Budget Responsibility slashed the growth forecast for 2026 and hiked its expectation for unemployment.
By David Hughes
3 Mar 2026
Money
Budget watchdog downgrades growth forecast for 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves set out the Office for Budget Responsibility’s forecasts as the Iran war threatened to cast a shadow over the economy.
By David Hughes
3 Mar 2026
Politics
Keir Starmer in row with Donald Trump over Iran strikes decision
Sir Keir Starmer said Donald Trump had ‘expressed his disagreement’ about the initial refusal to allow US strikes against Iran from British bases.
By David Hughes
2 Mar 2026
Politics
Trump: Starmer’s permission for UK bases to be used against Iran took ‘too long’
Donald Trump expressed frustration at the UK’s initial refusal to allow the Diego Garcia base to be used in a Telegraph interview.
By David Hughes
2 Mar 2026