Rishi Sunak made a mistake cutting NI and not income tax, pollster says
Rishi Sunak's decision to cut National Insurance didn't resonate well with voters, with a majority unlikely to vote Conservative in the next election. [ more ]
PM doubles down on support for Israel after Iran attack but urges restraint
Rishi Sunak doubled down on support for Israel post-Iran attack, emphasizing the need for restraint to prevent a deeper crisis in the Middle East. [ more ]
There's a gaping hole at the centre of the Tory party where ideas should be. The risk is Liz Truss will fill it | Rafael Behr
To dismiss Liz Truss as irrelevant is to overlook a part of history where she was chosen by the ruling party over the current Prime Minister, representing a significant political move. [ more ]
Boris Johnson calls Rishi Sunak's smoking ban absolutely nuts'
Boris Johnson criticizes Rishi Sunak's smoking ban as 'absolutely nuts' at an event in Canada.
The proposed smoking ban by Sunak would gradually increase the legal age to buy tobacco products, facing criticism from within the Conservative party. [ more ]
Sunak braces for backlash as smoking ban bill to be introduced in Commons
Sunak's public health policy banning the next generation from buying cigarettes faces rebellion from some Conservative MPs, possibly relying on Labour for support.
The proposed bill aims to increase the legal smoking age incrementally, raising concerns about practicality and implementation from rebellious Tory MPs. [ more ]
Coming up short: Are Rishi Sunak's tiny trousers giving him more stature?
Rishi Sunak's preference for cropped trousers to appear taller in photographs may not be the most flattering choice for his image.
Tailors suggest that the style of shorter trousers might not be suitable for individuals in positions of power, and the cut is more suitable for party wear. [ more ]
No compelling examples of what levelling up has delivered, watchdog finds
Rishi Sunak's levelling up agenda faces significant delays and lacks compelling examples of delivery.
Only a small portion of the promised funds for levelling up projects has been spent, with delays in completion and lack of long-term success evaluation. [ more ]