Briton jailed in Iran given extra two-year sentence, family says
Craig Foreman and his wife, Lindsay, were each handed prison sentences after being convicted of espionage, charges they both deny. Evening Standard News London…
Politics
‘Rhetoric alone will not cut it’ says Swinney as Burnham pledges more devolution
The First Minister’s comments come as Andy Burnham made his first speech after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation. Evening Standard News London…
Regional divide as house prices came under increased pressure in April – report
Until there is a clearer path for inflation and borrowing costs, activity and sentiment look set to remain subdued, RICS said. Evening Standard News London…
Keir Starmer faces crunch vote on Peter Mandelson vetting row
The Prime Minister has urged Labour backbenchers to ‘stand together against’ the motion. Evening Standard News London…
Irish Government announces 505m euro in fuel-cost measures after protests
Further reductions of duties on fuel and a delay in a carbon tax increase were announced by the premier Micheal Martin. Evening Standard News London…
Met Police reviewing CCTV in review of Morgan McSweeney phone theft
The loss of the ex-top aide’s phone means important messages relating to Lord Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador will not be revealed. Evening Standard News London…
Households set for lower energy bills amid price cap shake-up
Chancellor Rachel Reeves said in November that £150 would be cut from the average household bill from April. Evening Standard News London…
Burnham says he plans to stand in by-election
Several senior Labour figures have called for Mr Burnham to be allowed to stand. Evening Standard News London…
Truss calls on Sunak to back transgender law change
Former prime minister Liz Truss wants to prevent children changing gender and ban biological men from competing in women’s sport. Evening Standard News London…
Fresh UK and US airstrikes on Houthi targets ‘deal another blow’ to militants
Fresh UK and US joint airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen have been carried out, the Ministry of Defence has said. Evening Standard News London…