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BBC Politics16 Mar 2026

Starmer warned over assisted dying bill by more than 100 Labour MPs

More than 100 Labour MPs warn that failing to pass the legislation would undermine trust in politics.

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BBC Politics16 Mar 2026

Wary allies show there's no quick fix to Trump's Iran crisis

European leaders are hesitant to help Trump secure the Strait of Hormuz, but they know inaction on the Iran war is not really an option.

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Express Politics16 Mar 2026

Donald Trump blasts Keir Starmer again as Iran War feud intensifies

The US President says he is 'not happy' at the UK's response to the conflict.

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Guido Fawkes16 Mar 2026

Labour Wars: Just a While Longer…

Guido members get exclusive access to Labour Wars, the inside track on what’s really happening at the top of government. Tomorrow’s news, today… Fawkes Friends and Premium Plotters also receive priority tickets to all our events, like our recent Save Chagos Boat Party. Click here to become a member today…

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Sky News Politics16 Mar 2026

Voters split over whether Starmer is handling Iran war well

Voters are broadly split over whether Sir Keir Starmer is handling the Iran war well, exclusive polling by YouGov for Sky News shows.

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Express Politics16 Mar 2026

Angela Rayner's brutal reforms under fire for causing ‘needless damage’ to pensions

Pension funds and City firms warn the Government's flagship housing Bill risks spooking investors.

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Guido Fawkes16 Mar 2026

WATCH: Healey Admits Britain’s ‘War Footing’ Defence Investment Plan Still Not Ready

Missing: Britain’s “war-fighting readiness” defence investment plan. Expected arrival date: last autumn…

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BBC Politics16 Mar 2026

Wary allies show there's no quick fix to Trump's Iran crisis

European leaders are hesitant to help Trump secure the Strait of Hormuz, but they know inaction on the Iran war isn't really an option.

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The Guardian Politics16 Mar 2026

Can Starmer avoid being drawn into the US-Iran war? – podcast

The PM says the UK will not be dragged into wider war in the Middle East and pledges support to households struggling to pay for heating oil. Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey talk about what the government is doing to support people during the cost of living crisis and the fallout from the war. Plus a look at Brussels as the government works on another EU-reset to create closer ties Continue reading...

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Express Politics16 Mar 2026

Pensions timebomb means you'll have to work until you're 75 as experts warn of only hope

Children born today face a long wait for their pensions

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BBC Politics16 Mar 2026

PM says UK working with allies on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

It comes after President Trump urged the UK and other countries to send warships to protect the vital shipping channel.

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The Guardian Politics16 Mar 2026

UK will not be drawn into wider war in Middle East, says Keir Starmer

PM’s comments come as he announces support for households reliant on heating oil amid surging costs UK politics live – latest updates The UK will not be drawn into the wider war in the Middle East, Keir Starmer has said, as he announced that households reliant on heating oil to warm their homes would receive £53m of government support to help with their bills. After costs surged following the outbreak of the Iran conflict, lower-income households will get targeted support, while heating oil su

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