EU trade chief says it ‘could consider’ UK joining pan-Europe customs deal Maroš Šefčovič says ‘the ball is in the UK’s court’ as British ministers reportedly consult businesses The Guardian - UK · Jan 23, 2025
Elon Musk has shown his hand. If politicians like me won’t curb his malign powers, who will? It’s the job of democracies around the world to stand strong together and hold oligarchs and their platforms to account, says Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey The Guardian - UK · Jan 22, 2025
Trump’s ‘deep affection’ for Scotland should be used to country’s advantage – MP Former Scottish secretary David Mundell asked the Government what it would do to encourage economic benefit during the Trump second presidency. Evening Standard · Jan 22, 2025
Trump to start ‘two year race’ to change America and the world as he returns to the White House Mr Trump’s swearing-in as the 47th president is set to be followed by scores of executive orders and a massive shift in domestic and global policy as allies hail his Maga revolution while critics fear a resurgence of fascism The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2025
The Guardian view on Britain and Europe: Labour must bring it on Editorial: Sir Ed Davey – and even Kemi Badenoch – are saying new things about post-Brexit challenges. It is time for Sir Keir Starmer to do likewise The Guardian - UK · Jan 17, 2025
Only grant Trump a UK state visit if he agrees to Ukraine summit, say Lib Dems Ed Davey says incoming US president is ‘threat to peace and prosperity’ and relations with him must be transactional The Guardian - UK · Jan 16, 2025
UK should ‘only’ host Trump visit if he ‘delivers’ on Ukraine says Sir Ed Davey The Liberal Democrat leader described the idea of a state visit as ‘leverage’ the UK would have over the president-elect. The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025
Business Secretary worried about US tariff war that would hit the public Jonathan Reynolds said Donald Trump’s presidency could be a ‘challenging time’ for trade. The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025
Danger of possible Trump tariffs greater for UK than other countries, minister warns Jonathan Reynolds fears incoming president will usher in ‘challenging time’ for global trade The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025
Ed Davey urges Starmer to join new EU customs union to defend against Trump tariffs It comes as a leading think tank urged the prime minister to boost trade defences to deter against economic threats from Donald Trump The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025
UK should seek new customs union with EU, Lib Dems to say Leader Ed Davey to call for talks to begin immediately, urging ministers to be ‘far more positive, far more ambitious’ The Guardian - UK · Jan 15, 2025
Davey calls for UK to join EU customs union to ‘turbocharge’ economy In his first major speech of the year, the Liberal Democrat leader will urge the Labour Government to negotiate a new agreement with Brussels. The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2025
British politicians discuss help for rich Americans who want to flee Trump rule British politicians today (15 January) discussed help for rich Americans who want to flee Donald Trump’s impending rule in the US. The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2025
Trump claims credit for ‘epic’ ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas: Live updates According to Israeli officials, 98 hostages are believed to remain in Gaza, and about 60 of them are alive The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2025
Evening Standard · Jan 15, 2025 British visa plea for wealthy US citizens desperate to flee Donald Trump's America The Prime Minister was asked in Parliament to ensure there is a visa scheme for American business chiefs and other high-flyers to come to Britain
Evening Standard · Jan 15, 2025 Starmer urged to let ‘wealthy Americans’ move to UK ahead of Trump presidency Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey pressed the PM not to exclude those who want ‘bring their money and skills’ to the UK in a bid to reduce immigration.
The National (Scotland) · Jan 15, 2025 Scottish Labour MP challenges Keir Starmer as Grangemouth pledge 'hasn't happened' A SCOTTISH Labour MP used Prime Minister’s Questions to challenge Keir Starmer on his General Election pledges to “step in and save the…
The Guardian - UK · Jan 12, 2025 Lib Dem report says leftwing alliance not needed because of tactical voting Exclusive: Study of 2024 election says party’s refusal to make formal deals with others was vindicated in ballot
Evening Standard · Jan 10, 2025 Elon Musk is opponent of free speech, says Davey The Tesla chief executive has been engaged in a series of rows with British politicians over the past week.
The Independent UK · Jan 9, 2025 Warning food prices could soar by 20% as pressure mounts on Reeves over flailing economy Exclusive: Fears of a massive rise in the cost of imports have fuelled calls for Rachel Reeves to cancel her China trip with warnings that the UK is on the cusp of a financial crisis and recession
Evening Standard · Jan 9, 2025 Rachel Reeves faces claims of ‘fleeing to China’ amid concerns over UK borrowing The Chancellor has a long-planned trip to China scheduled for this week and Treasury minister Darren Jones described it as ‘important’ to UK trade.
The Independent UK · Jan 8, 2025 Starmer says Mohamed Al Fayed sex abuse claims ‘never crossed’ his desk as DPP The Prime Minister was asked why he ‘declined to instigate a prosecution for rape’ against the former owner of luxury department store Harrods.
The Independent UK · Jan 8, 2025 Political party funding rules may be reformed amid Musk interest, Starmer says Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey called for changes amid the US businessman’s continued interest in British politics and support for Reform UK.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 1, 2025 ‘Bizarrely, I enjoyed bungee jumping!’ How Ed Davey became the Tom Cruise of British politics The Liberal Democrat leader’s summer of stunts ended in the party’s biggest electoral success ever – and managed to push social care up the agenda. His next project? Mastering TikTok
Evening Standard · Jan 1, 2025 Political leaders eye ‘buzz’ and ‘big opportunity’ in new year messages Sir Keir Starmer, Kemi Badenoch and Sir Ed Davey have delivered their key messages for 2025.