Starmer plays royal Trump card to win Chagos deal and no trade tariffs in critical White House summit

British officials are reviewing 417 pages of products that could face US retaliatory tariffs after Donald Trump imposed a 10 per cent levy on British goods. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds stated that the UK may take retaliatory action if a trade deal with Trump cannot be reached. Prime Minister Johnson warned of potential tax increases or benefit cuts to offset the impact of Trump's tariffs, as the Federation of Small Businesses reported a third of...

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has proposed changes to insider list procedures under the Market Abuse Regulation, in line with Listing Act amendments. ESMA is seeking feedback on new formats for creating and updating insider lists, as mandated by the Listing Act. This consultation aims to ensure compliance with Implementing Technical Standards while enhancing transparency and efficiency in insider list management. Full Article

EU member nations are set to vote on countermeasures against U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum on April 9, pending a qualified majority approval. The European Commission proposed imposing tariffs on 26 billion euros worth of U.S. goods in response to President Trump's trade policies, lifting temporary suspensions and reinstating all tariffs by April 13. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the need to protect consumers and businesses amid escalating trade tensions between the...

French officials investigating the deaths of British couple Andrew and Dawn Searle in Villefranche-de-Rouergue, Aveyron are treating it as a murder-suicide, with Dawn found with severe head wounds outside their home and Andrew hanged inside. Authorities are looking into whether a third party was involved, though the prosecutor stated there is no evidence of this. The couple's son, Scottish actor Callum Kerr, confirmed their deaths on social media, expressing grief over the loss of his...

A massive blaze engulfed Upton Heath in Poole, Dorset, with 80 firefighters battling the wildfire that affected 37 acres in dark conditions. The cause of the fire remains unknown as Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services plan to investigate once the flames are fully controlled. An amber wildfire alert was extended across the country, including England, Northern Ireland, and southern Scotland, as fire brigades and the Met Office warned of an elevated risk. Full...

European leaders condemned new US tariffs, with the EU prepared to retaliate and open to negotiations. Trump imposed a 20 percent tariff on the EU, prompting criticism and warnings of economic damage. Despite hopes for a UK-US trade deal, countries like Germany and France expressed concerns over the impact on global trade. Full Article