Sarah Mitchell, Senior Political Editor

Sarah Mitchell is one of Britain's most respected political journalists, with 18 years of experience covering Westminster. As Senior Political Editor, she leads The Update Desk's political coverage and has interviewed every Prime Minister since Gordon Brown. She began her career at The Times and is a regular commentator on BBC political programming.
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UK Defence Preparedness Under Scrutiny as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Rise

In a stark warning to the UK government, former Defence Secretary Ben…

UK Government Abandons Chagos Islands Handover Following US Withdrawal of Support

In a significant shift in international relations, the UK government has announced…

Concerns Grow Over UK Military Readiness Amid Calls for Action in the Strait of Hormuz

The former Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace, has issued a stark warning regarding…

Government Faces Growing Pressure Over Student Loan Policies

** The ongoing debate surrounding student loans is becoming increasingly urgent, presenting…

UK Defence Preparedness Under Scrutiny Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

As diplomatic efforts to address escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz…

UK Government Suspends Plan to Transfer Chagos Islands to Mauritius Amid US Support Withdrawal

In a significant turn of events, the UK government has announced the…

UK Shelves Chagos Islands Transfer Plans Amidst US Support Withdrawal

In a significant turn of events, the UK government has announced the…

UK Delays Chagos Islands Handover to Mauritius Amidst Strained US Relations

The UK government's plans to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to…

UK Government Halts Chagos Islands Handover Amid Deteriorating US Relations

In a significant setback for British foreign policy, the UK government has…

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