37 m. ago Royal children's favourite Jellycat sparks fury by culling 100 loyal independent retailers as part of 'brand elevation strategy'

Prince William has described Jellycat's sought-after soft toys are his children's 'currency' , while rare designs can sell for thousands of pounds online.

Economics

2 h. ago Starmer's migrant plan set to be sunk before it's launched: Campaigners threaten to scupper return deal with France

Only a day after unveiling the scheme alongside Emmanuel Macron, the PM was facing objections from Europe and charities that helped ground the Tories' Rwanda plan.

Events

3 h. ago Donald Trump could be denied privilege of addressing Parliament in second state visit, unlike Emmanuel Macron, after Labour MP protests

It is understood no formal request has been submitted to Speaker of the House of Commons Sir Lindsay Hoyle that would give the US president that honour.

Politics

4 h. ago BORIS JOHNSON: Channel migrants are shock troops recruited by Emmanuel Macron for his jihad against Brexit

Look at those people bobbing in the Channel, crossing the sea every day in an irresistible tide.

Politics

6 h. ago William’s charity fundraising polo matches raise more than £14m

The fixture at the Guards Polo Club near Windsor was in aid of good causes supported by himself and Kate.

Economics

6 h. ago The Guardian view on Starmer and Macron’s channel crossings deal: safe routes hold the key to future progress | Editorial

The government has hailed its ‘one in, one out’ migrant returns deal as a breakthrough. But awkward questions over its implementation remainTo use a football analogy that he might appreciate, the first year of Sir Keir Starmer’s premiership has been a game of two halves. Domestically, grievous strategic mistakes have been made. On the foreign stage, however, an approach that Sir Keir likes to style as “quiet, serious diplomacy” has yielded some tangible results.For the most part, this week’s state visit by Emmanuel Macron further showcased the benefits of leaving behind the blowhard politics of the post-Brexit years. Sir Keir and the French president used the occasion to pledge greater cooperation on security and strengthened their joint commitment to safeguarding Ukraine’s future as a sovereign independent state. But the biggest take-away from Mr Macron’s trip launched the prime minister straight back into toxic domestic terrain.Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this a...

Politics

7 h. ago 'Rebellion?': Royal experts reveal the hidden meaning behind Prince William and Catherine's State Banquet outfits on PALACE CONFIDENTIAL

All eyes were on the Princess of Wales as she attended the State Banquet in honour of French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday.

Politics

7 h. ago Trump ‘denied chance to address parliament’ during UK state visit to meet King

Unlike Emmanuel Macron, the US president will reportedly not be given the opportunity to address parliament

Politics

8 h. ago Martin Rowson on Keir Starmer’s migration deal with France – cartoon

Continue reading...

Economics

9 h. ago Badenoch hits out at Macron blaming increased migrant crossings on Brexit

The Conservative leader, a supporter of the leave campaign in the 2016 referendum, also said it was time for ‘people to stop blaming Brexit’.

Events

9 h. ago Royal fans think Prince William suffered an awkward moment during a state banquet for Emmanuel Macron

A clip from the Royal State Banquet for Emmanuel Macron has revealed how Prince William tried to recover from a blunder during the glittering Windsor Castle reception.

Politics

10 h. ago Do you support the new migrant system? Take our poll and have your say

Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron have unveiled a bold new plan to send small boat migrants back to France in exchange for asylum seekers. The move is already dividing opinion — is this the kind of tough action you support or a step too far?

Events

11 h. ago Kate Middleton shows true feelings for King Charles with never

The Princess of Wales joined the Royal Family at Windsor Castle for the state banquet to honour French President Emmanuel Macron this week, but it was a gesture towards King Charles that stood out

Politics

14 h. ago Queen Camilla could 'banish King Charles to garden' after receiving 'alarming' gift from President Macron

King Charles was recently given an 'alarming' gift from French President Emmanuel Macron during the politician's state visit to the United Kingdom

Politics

15 h. ago France migrant return scheme numbers ‘not fixed’, says Home Secretary

Yvette Cooper insisted the plan would ‘fundamentally undermine’ the people smugglers organising the crossings.

Society

16 h. ago 'Blitz' promised to crack down on illegal migrants in new deal with France

A ‘one in, one out’ scheme agreed by Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer is set to begin within weeks

Events

16 h. ago Macron is right it's too easy to work illegally in UK, says Yvette Cooper after new 'small boats' deal agreed

‘Groundbreaking’ pilot scheme will see migrants ‘detained and returned to France in short order’ and begin within weeks, says Starmer

Economics

19 h. ago ‘Momentous occasion’: how Bayeux Museum finally said yes to tapestry loan

Said to be too fragile to move in 2018, tests including a dress rehearsal, and a renovation have led to a change of heartWhen, in 2018, Emmanuel Macron proposed the loan of the Bayeux tapestry to Britain, an army of conservationists and experts rose up to explain why the almost-1,000 year old treasure was too fragile to be moved.Antoine Verney, the chief curator of the Bayeux Museum, said the tapestry that depicted the Norman conquest of England in 1066 was in such a bad state he “couldn’t conceive” of it going anywhere. Continue reading...

Politics

21 h. ago Sir Keir's 'smashing the gangs' latest: Starmer launches half

The Prime Minister and French president Emmanuel Macron announced a 'one in, one out' migrant swap deal which was far less ambitious than expected.

Events

21 h. ago QUENTIN LETTS: The more Napoleon burbled on, the more you understood why his wife whacked him

After watching Emmanuel Macron for any length of time you understand why his wife whacked him. What an insufferable little twerp he is.

Politics