Sir Keir Starmer has been compelled to withdraw his Chagos Island Bill amid fierce American opposition to the agreement.
President Donald Trump condemned Britain's proposal to transfer the Indian Ocean archipelago to Mauritius earlier this week, describing it as "an act of great stupidity".
The legislation had been scheduled for debate in the House of Lords on Monday but was postponed on Friday evening, according to The Telegraph.
However, it was delayed following a Tory motion tabled on Friday morning, urging postponement of ratification to prevent potential violations of international law.
Conservative MPs raised concerns that proceeding could breach a 1966 UK-US treaty that enshrines British sovereignty over the island chain.
Reacting to the news, Dame Priti Patel said: “This is a major victory for everyone standing against Keir Starmer’s disgraceful Chagos Surrender.
“In the face of relentless Conservative pressure, Labour have pulled their shameful Bill from Monday’s order paper.
“The deal, which hands British sovereign territory and £35 billion to an ally of China, should be dropped altogether. The Conservatives will continue to fight the surrender every step of the way,” the Shadow Foreign Secretary said.
'Insulting and frankly appalling!' Keir Starmer slams Donald Trump's claim on Afghanistan frontline
Keir Starmer has slammed Donald Trump's comments about Nato troops in Afghanistan as “insulting and frankly appalling”.
“I will never forget their courage, their bravery and the sacrifice they made for their country,” The Prime Minister said.
“There were many also who were injured, some with life-changing injuries.“I consider President Trump’s remarks to be insulting and frankly appalling and I am not surprised they have caused such hurt to the loved ones of those who were killed or injured and, in fact, across the country.”
Sir Keir also said he would apologise if he had said the words used by the US President.
In response to comments from Diane Dernie, mother of severely injured veteran Ben Parkinson, he said: “I’ve made my position clear, and what I say to Diane is, if I had misspoken in that way or said those words, I would certainly apologise and I’d apologise to her.”
Mr Trump made his comments in an interview with Fox News in which he reiterated his suggestion the military alliance would not support America if asked.
He said: “We’ve never needed them.
“They’ll say they sent some troops to Afghanistan… and they did, they stayed a little back, a little off the front lines.”
Earlier, Downing Street said it was “wrong” to diminish the role of Nato and British troops in Afghanistan.
The Prime Minister’s official spokesman condemned Mr Trump’s remarks, saying UK forces had served alongside the US and Nato in “sustained combat operations”.
Pointing to the 457 British deaths in Afghanistan and the “many hundreds” more who were wounded, he added: “We are incredibly proud of our armed forces and their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.”
'President Trump is right' White House defends Nato comments
The White House has issued a statement defending President Donald Trump's remarks aboit Nato allies in Afghanistan.
“President Trump is right – America’s contributions to NATO dwarf that of other countries, and his success in delivering a five percent spending pledge from NATO allies is helping Europe take greater responsibility for its own defense.
“The United States is the only NATO partner who can protect Greenland, and the President is advancing NATO interests in doing so.”
The US leader has faced widespread condemnation for his comments that Nato troops “stayed a little back, a little off the front lines” in Afghanistan.
Gorton and Denton by-election formally triggered
A by-election to contest Gorton and Denton has been formally triggered after Andrew Gwynne's resignation was confirmed.
Mr Gwynne has now Steward and Bailiff of the Manor of Northstead, the Treasury has confirmed.
This formalised his resignation from the Commons and began the process of a by-election in his Manchester constituency.
Mel Stride joins denouncement of Donald Trump's Afghanistan comments
Donald Trump should withdraw his comments about Nato troops in Afghanistan, the Conservative shadow chancellor has said.
Sir Mel Stride said Mr Trump’s remarks were “utterly appalling”.
He told the Press Association: “It is a complete travesty of the truth to suggest that our involvement was anything other than complete and absolute, and those remarks really should be withdrawn.”
David Lammy admits he's ready to cave to Labour rebels over revolt threat
Justice Secretary David Lammy has hinted at climbing down on Labour’s plans to scrap half of jury trials.
Mr Lammy revealed he was open to a “conversation” on alternative options to the plan.
However, the Justice Secretary insisted Sir Keir Starmer’s Government wants to tackle a backlog of nearly 80,000.
Asked if he would consider alternative options for reducing the backlog, Mr Lammy replied: “Let’s have the conversation, but I’m pretty clear that in the end, I want the backlog coming down.”
The potential U-turn comes as Sir Keir risks completing his 14th climbdown since coming to power in July 2024.
Labour has already U-turned on church funding, pub business rates, digital ID and welfare cuts.
The proposed change to jury trials sparked fears of a revolt from Labour MPs.
Veteran Labour MP Karl Turner threatened to trigger a by-election over the change, with Reform UK poised to pick up his Hull seat based on current polling.
Labour MPs warn Starmer not to 'stitch up' Andy Burnham over by-election
Labour MPs have issued a warning to the party’s ruling national executive committee, cautioning them not to block Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham from standing in Gordon and Denton.
Jo White, who chairs the Red Wall group of Labour MPs, said: “Let the North decide who their Labour candidate should be for the Gorton and Denton by-election. A London stitch up will be a disaster for Labour.”
And Crewe and Nantwich MP Connor Naismith said: “Gorton and Denton deserves the best possible choice of candidates. I agree with the Prime Minister that our attention should be on delivering for the public, not speculating about future leadership contests.
“Any decision made to limit the choice would be wrong.”
Robert Jenrick leaks bombshell texts after Kemi Badenoch accuses him of 'lying'
Reform UK MP Robert Jenrick has leaked bombshell text messages allegedly sent from Tory Chief Whip Rebecca Harris just hours after Kemi Badenoch accused her former leadership rival of "lying".
Mr Jenrick shared a series of messages which appear to have been sent by Ms Harris, adding the caption: "They still won't tell the truth."
The messages, which were sent privately, included claims of Mr Jenrick being a "bloodsucker" and also encouraged the Newark MP to announce he is "standing down".
"You have a special place in hell," another message reads.
Union boss tells Labour to avoid 'control freakery' for Gorton and Denton by-election
Labour has been told to avoid "control freakery" by one of Britain's biggest union chiefs ahead of the Gorton and Denton by-election
Sir Keir Starmer’s allies have reportedly launched a "Stop Andy Burnham" campaign to prevent the Greater Manchester mayor from returning to Parliament.
Now, General Secretary of Unison Andrea Egan has urged Labour to keep to a "democratic process" when picking a candidate for the by-election
She said: "I’m sure all trade unionists expect a democratic process for Gorton and Denton in which local party members decide who they want to represent them.
"We've seen enough control freakery in the Labour party and it has done our movement nothing but harm."
WATCH: Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch accuses Robert Jenrick of 'knifing' his former colleagues 'in the back'
Panic stations for Keir Starmer as Labour stronghold falls to Reform as fury mounts over election delays
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Reform UK has won a crunch by-election in an area held by Labour for many years, dealing a fresh blow to Sir Keir Starmer's party as fury mounts over council election delays.
Labour's vote collapsed in the Leeswood by-election as Reform gained its first councillor on Flintshire Council.
Reform's Welsh candidate Kristian Salkeld saw off competition as Labour's vote plummeted by almost 50 per cent in the key battleground seat ahead of this year's Senedd Elections, which are widely tipped to be a two-horse race between Nigel Farage's party and Plaid Cymru.
There was also good news for the Tories, who held on to a key seat in Cheshire, while Zack Polanski's Green Party saw a heavy defeat in the Cotswolds.
GB News has taken a deep dive into all the results and what they mean for each council.
Sir Ed Davey says Keir Starmer has been 'too weak' in response to White House
Sir Ed Davey said the Prime Minister had been "too weak" in response to Donald Trump.
The Liberal Democrat leader said: "Trump’s comments are appalling and they’re insulting to all those British veterans, the soldiers who lost their lives, the soldiers who came back with life-changing injuries and all their families and friends.
"But people know I’ve regularly criticised Donald Trump for so much and I question his character. But I also question the character of British politicians who’ve been supporting Donald Trump.
"Nigel Farage called him the bravest man he’d ever met, a man who’s dodged military service five times. I think Nigel Farage’s character is on the line, along with Donald Trump’s."
Sir Ed said Sir Keir Starmer should have showed more resolve in standing up to Mr Trump.
He added: "I’m afraid the British Prime Minister has been too weak with Donald Trump. I’ve long argued that this bully in the White House only responds to strength."
Kemi Badenoch accuses Labour of trying to 'bully' councils
Kemi Badenoch has accused Labour of trying to "bully councils" over delayed local elections.
The Conservative leader told GB News: "I have been very clear, these elections should go ahead. Sometimes there are reasons to delay by a year, but more than a year I think is extraordinary."
"What I have seen is Labour trying to bully councils. I am someone who believes the electorate should have their say."
Downing Street says Donald Trump was 'wrong to diminish' role of Nato troops
A spokesman for the Prime Minister has said Donald Trump was "wrong to diminish" the role of Nato and British troops in Afghanistan.
The US President made global headlines after he claimed allies stayed away from the front lines in the conflict.
When asked if the Prime Minister would demand an apology from President Trump, a Downing Street spokesman said they would "set out plans for conversation with world leaders in the usual way."
Tactical voting could push Andy Burnham to victory in Gorton and Denton
Britain Predicts currently forecasts Reform UK winning Gorton and Denton, with Labour six points behind and the Greens on 22 per cent.
However, when tactical voting is taken into account, Labour closes the gap to within two points, as Green support only falls slightly, from 22 to 20 per cent.
Reform would need a swing similar to its Runcorn and Helsby by-election victory to win, reports The New Statesman.
The Runcorn result also suggests that Green voters are far less likely than Liberal Democrat or Conservative voters to switch tactically in a Labour vs Reform contest.
WATCH: Stephen Dixon grills Stephen Kinnock MP's defence of local election delay
Stephen Kinnock has been fiercely grilled on GB News this morning after Local Communities Secretary Steve Reed confirmed the Government had approved postponing local elections in 29 council areas.
Speaking to GB News, Mr Kinnock laid blame on a "much-needed reorganisation of local Government" for the delay, which GB News star Stephen Dixon labelled "unacceptable".
A total of 63 councils in England were asked last month if they wanted to delay their elections until 2027, as part of a local Government system shake-up.
David Lammy sends warning to Andy Burnham - 'Don't rock the boat'
David Lammy has issued a warning to Andy Burnham, urging the Greater Manchester Mayor not to make a move against the Prime Minister.
Mr Lammy told would-be Labour rebels they would face an early general election if they were to move against Sir Keir Starmer.
Speaking to the BBC, the Justice Secretary said he would not give Mr Burnham "advice" on whether to contest the by-election, but added: "All of us are in the business of Labour politics and all of us have got to be seen to be getting on with serving working people."
“Please do not let us rock the boat and blow it which Labour Governments have done throughout their history.
"That was why Labour was only in power in the 20th century for 22 years. Let’s not make that mistake again."
John Healey praises British soldiers who lost their lives in Afghanistan as 'heroes'
Defence Secretary John Healey was quick to praise British troops
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John Healey has hailed British soldiers who were killed in Afghanistan as "heroes".
The Defence Secretary said: "Nato’s Article 5 has only been triggered once.
"The UK and Nato allies answered the US call and more than 450 British personnel lost their lives in Afghanistan.
“Those British troops should be remembered for who they were: heroes who gave their lives in service of our nation."
Liberal Democrats demand Keir Starmer summon US Ambassador over Donald Trump's Nato comment
The Liberal Democrats have called on Keir Starmer to summon the US Ambassador over President Donald Trump's suggestion America’s allies stayed away from the front lines in Afghanistan.
The party's Defence spokesman James MacCleary MP said: "Trump’s lies about the British soldiers who laid down their lives in Afghanistan are disgraceful.
"The President shows his true colours in denigrating the best of us, those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
"Keir Starmer must summon the US ambassador over this insult to our brave troops."
Pension tax relief bill surges to £60bn amid Rachel Reeves reform 'speculation'
Fresh figures from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) reveal that pension tax relief now costs the Treasury around £59.1billion annually, according to data published this month.
This jump in people claiming a boost in their retirement savings comes amid "pure speculation" Chancellor Rachel Reeves will target the relief as part of a stealth tax raid in fiscal statements.
The statistics show the total expense has surged by close to £11billion over the past half-decade. Several factors have driven this substantial rise, including higher wages pushing up the value of pension contributions, expanded annual allowance limits, and the scrapping of the lifetime allowance.
Kemi Badenoch says Donald Trump is 'talking flat out nonsense'
Kemi Badenoch has criticised the President's remarks
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Kemi Badenoch has accused Donald Trump of talking "flat-out nonsense" over his claim Nato troops stayed away from the frontline in Afghanistan
Writing on X, she said: "Trump saying Nato allies 'weren’t on the front line' in Afghanistan is flat-out nonsense.
"British, Canadian, and Nato troops fought and died alongside the US for 20 years.
"This is a fact, not opinion. Their sacrifice deserves respect not denigration."
'Donald Trump can go f*** himself,' says Lib Dem MP
A Lib Dem MP has told Donald Trump to "go f*** himself" after he claimed that Nato soldiers stayed "little off the front lines" in Afghanistan.
"I've always said, will they be there if we ever needed them? That's really the ultimate test, and I'm not sure of that," President Trump told Fox News.
"We've never needed them. They'll say they sent some troops to Afghanistan... and they did, they stayed a little back, a little off the front lines."
The comments have sparked fury among veterans and politicians. Lib Dem MP and president Josh Babarinde is the latest to condemn the comments on social media.
"[Donald Trump] can go f**k himself," Mr Babarinde wrote on X.
"Anyone who mocks, demeans or minimises the sacrifices of British troops is no friend of our nation.
"The US is a historic friend of the UK’s - but not this guy."
WATCH: Robert Jenrick claims Tory Chief Whip warned of ‘special place in hell’ in blistering rebuke
Green Party is 'deadly serious' about challenging Labour in Gorton and Denton
The Green Party has said it is "deadly serious" about challenging Labour and Reform UK in Gorton and Denton.
Zack Polanski's party came third in the Greater Manchester constituency in the 2024 General Election, with Amanda Gardner just 332 votes behind Reform's Lee Moffitt.
Mr Polanski, who was born in Salford, is reportedly weighing up whether to run in the by-election as the party's candidate.
A spokesman for the Greens told Sky News: "We were deadly serious when we said we are not here to be disappointed with Labour but we are here to replace them.
"We have many talented members, and it is down to the local party to choose who they want to represent them in this upcoming by-election."
Labour minister insisted Andy Burnham is 'greatly valued' by Keir Starmer
Care Minister Stephen Kinnock
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A senior Labour minister has insisted Andy Burnham is doing "a great job" as Greater Manchester Mayor.
Care Minister Stephen Kinnock said: "[Mr Burnham] is a massively talented part of the Labour team.
"He's doing a great job as the Mayor of Greater Manchester. I know the Prime Minister and the Cabinet greatly value the work they did with him after the attack on the synagogue last year.
"In terms of the selection process for a candidate that will be like any other by-election.
"I am not a member of the NEC and I am not advising the NEC but I know they will come up with a selection process that is in line with our normal procedure"
Labour minister says President Trump's comments on Nato are 'wrong'
A senior Labour minister has said Donald Trump's comments claiming Nato soldiers "stayed away from the front lines" in Afghanistan as "wrong."
President Trump said: "We've never needed them. They'll say they sent some troops to Afghanistan...and they did, they stayed a little back, a little off the front lines."
Responding to these comments, Care Minister Stephen Kinnock told GB News: "Our armed forces are the definition of courage and patriotism and dedication.
"So, I profoundly disagree with Trump's comments. Let's not forget the only time Article 5 has been invoked was after 9/11 so we could stand shoulder to shoulder with our American allies.
"Those comments are wrong and we have got to take a moment to pay tribute to the valour and honour and sacrifice of our armed forces"
Nigel Farage says 'we will give it our all' in Denton and Gorton
Nigel Farage has issued a challenge to Labour and The Green Party
| GETTYNigel Farage has said Reform UK will "give it our all" in Gorton & Denton as he threw down the gauntlet to Labour and the Green Party.
He told the Daily Mail: 'This by-election is by no means a certainty for Labour, the Left-wing Greens will split their vote and we will be the challenger.
"We will give it our all."
PM: 'Andy Burnham is doing excellent job in Manchester'
Sir Keir Starmer yesterday claimed Andy Burnham is doing an "excellent job" as Greater Manchester Mayor after being asked if the former Health Secretary would be Labour's candidate in Gorton & Denton.
The Prime Minister said: "Andy Burnham is doing an excellent job as mayor of Manchester. We work very closely together.
"Last year, we were responding together to the terrible attack on a synagogue in Manchester. More recently, we were working together on Northern Powerhouse Rail.
"I think Andy would acknowledge that working with this Government has been much better than the experience he had of working with previous governments."
Andy Burnham: 'I've been kept in the dark about MP's resignation'
Andy Burnham yesterday insisted he had been kept “in the dark” about Mr Gwynne's decision to step down.
"I’ve had no contact on this issue with Andrew or anyone close to him," Mr Burnham said.
"I know him of old, of course, but I’m as in the dark about this as anyone. People shouldn’t rush to conclusions.”
Keir Starmer buckles to Labour rebels after peers defeat PM in crunch vote
Sir Keir Starmer looks set to buckle to Labour rebels after being defeated in the House of Lords on an amendment vote to implement an Australian-style ban on children under 16 accessing social media platforms.
Peers voted by 261 to 150 in favour of a ban, with as many as 60 Labour MPs also demanding that the UK introduces a social media ban for teenagers.
Fred Thomas, the MP who organised a letter by 60 Labour MPs calling for a ban, said he would “welcome” the amendment to ban under-16s from social media “through secondary legislation, based on consultation”.
He added: “I am confident consultation and evidence-gathering, including from young people themselves, will show what I believe is crystal clear: there is overwhelming and conclusive evidence that algorithmically addictive social-media content is causing a public-health crisis and that parents, educators and children need the Government to step in and protect children.”