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Sky News Politics26 Apr 2026

Higher food and fuel prices could last for more than eight months after Iran war ends, minister reveals

Higher prices could last for more than eight months after the Iran war ends, the prime minister's right-hand man has said as ministers step up efforts to offset potential impacts to food and fuel supplies.

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The Guardian Politics26 Apr 2026

Dozens of MPs oppose Streeting’s new power to say what NHS pays for drugs

Health secretary’s ‘power grab’ to override Nice comes amid growing concern move may be illegal and benefit big pharma Dozens of MPs are opposing Wes Streeting’s decision to award himself power to dictate what the NHS pays for drugs amid growing concern the move may be illegal. Thirty-one MPs have signed a House of Commons motion voicing their disapproval of the health secretary being handed the power to override the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence’s (Nice) judgment on how much

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Express Politics26 Apr 2026

This could be Britain's last chance to rebuild military and deter our foes

EXCLUSIVE: The former head of the Army warns Britain must avoid repeating the disastrous mistakes in the years leading up to World War 2

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BBC Politics25 Apr 2026

UK steps up plans for potential shortages caused by Iran war

Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain.

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Express Politics25 Apr 2026

Rachel Reeves issued blunt warning after 'catastrophic' tax raid sparks crisis

The future of the country's whisky, spirits and gin producers is under threat from a policy which has 'led to the Treasury losing money'

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Express Politics25 Apr 2026

Donald Trump risks Falklands 'bloodbath' and should face impeachment

The former head of the British Army has an urgent warning for Donald Trump as Argentina pushes for talks on the future of the Falkland Islands

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Express Politics25 Apr 2026

Real lesson of the Falklands furore is we must invest in Britain's defence

We owe it to all Brits, whether they reside in the UK or in her territories, that we are capable of defending them and their interests.

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Sky News Politics25 Apr 2026

'When, not if' - Labour's uncertainty over Starmer's future

On Friday, Keir Starmer's circle gathered at his country retreat of Chequers to wargame the coming weeks for a prime minister whose future is on the line.

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Express Politics25 Apr 2026

'Not ready to fight World War III' - Britons admit fear, helplessness in shock results

The depth of fear about Britain's ability to defend the homeland from attack is exposed with Reform UK voters the most concerned

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Express Politics25 Apr 2026

Brexit-hating blob accused of plotting Britain's return to EU with Keir Starmer in crisis

Brexit veterans warn Keir Starmer may be 'on the way out but the blob inside Whitehall are desperate to rejoin' and say the pro-EU push must be resisted

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Express Politics25 Apr 2026

Labour warned huge police change forced through by Home Secretary will make crime WORSE

Massive shake-up of police forces could make cracking down on offending harder, experts fear

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The Guardian Politics25 Apr 2026

Unlucky chancellor? Iran shock hits Reeves just as UK seemed to turn corner

The economy and public finances were on the right path, bond yields were falling, interest rates likely to drop further … then came the US-Israeli attack Donald Trump’s war on Iran is “folly”; shadow chancellor Mel Stride should be “lined up for the sack”; and the Liberal Democrat Daisy Cooper’s plan for managing fuel shortages is “fundamentally economically illiterate”. Rachel Reeves has always relished a political fight, but in recent days she has been swinging at her opponents with what looks

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