Gareth Southgate, Stephen Fry and Sadiq Khan knighted and Keely Hodgkinson among hundreds also honoured

Starmer leads departures from VE Day Service

Sir Keir Starmer led the departures from the VE Day service on Thursday. The prime minister was accompanied by his wife Victoria as they left Westminster Abbey following the World War II commemorations. Following closely behind them was London mayor Sadiq Khan, former prime minister David Cameron and his wife Samantha and Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Rayner and Reeves back policy to boost UK hospitality sector

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, Chancellor Rachel Reeves, and Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan visited Ronnie Scott's jazz bar in London after the government announced new steps in collaboration with business leaders to boost the UK's hospitality sector. The move could see bars open later and more al fresco dining. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer: EU deal good for customers

The Prime Minister visited a Lidl in north London on Tuesday afternoon as he sought to promote the impact of his trade deal with the EU. Speaking to broadcasters, Sir Keir Starmer said: ''We are in Lidl because the deal that we struck yesterday will mean lower prices in our supermarkets.'' Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

NATO Warship Confronts China in South China Sea Showdown—HMS Spey Dares Beijing in NavigationMission

Tensions flare in the South China Sea as British warship HMS Spey boldly challenges China's sweeping territorial claims. In a direct confrontation backed by NATO principles, the Royal Navy asserts international law and freedom of navigation. As Beijing condemns the operation as “destabilizing,” London doubles down on its Indo-Pacific presence. Will this bold move escalate the ongoing power struggle in Asia’s most volatile waters? #SouthChinaSea #HMSspey #UKvsChina #RoyalNavy #FreedomOfNavigation #Geopolitics #ChinaNews #NATO #IndoPacific #BritishNavy #MilitaryTensions #ChinaTerritorialClaims #TaiwanStrait #UKDefence Also Read UN Secretary-General Pushes For Neutral Pahalgam Investigation, Amid India-Pakistan Tensions :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/un-secretary-general-pushes-for-neutral-pahalgam-investigation-amid-india-pakistan-tensions-4139151.html?ref=DMDesc India Labels Pakistan a 'Rogue State' at UN After Minister Admits to Terror Links :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/india-labels-pakistan-a-rogue-state-at-un-after-minister-admits-to-terror-links-4138033.html?ref=DMDesc UN Reports Over 100,000 Displaced in Eastern Congo Due to M23 Rebel Offensive :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/over-100000-people-displaced-in-eastern-congo-2023-011-4039323.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.274~HT.408~ED.420~GR.125~

Lineker leaves London home as BBC exit confirmed

Gary Lineker departs from his London home, hours after confirming he will leave the BBC following this weekend’s Match of the Day. The presenter apologised for the “hurt and upset caused” following a social media post he shared as his early exit from the BBC was confirmed. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

UK and EU leaders hail 'new chapter' at landmark summit

Leaders from the UK and EU have met in London for the first UK-EU summit since Brexit, marking what they called a "new era" in relations. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said the agreement reached would bring down bills, create jobs and boost border security. EU leaders praised the renewed partnership, with joint efforts on defence, trade and economic cooperation. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn