Sophie Laurent, Europe Correspondent

Sophie Laurent covers European affairs with expertise in EU institutions, Brexit implementation, and continental politics. Born in Lyon and educated at Sciences Po Paris, she is fluent in French, German, and English. She previously worked as Brussels correspondent for France 24 and maintains an extensive network of EU contacts.
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Salon Owner Bans Labour MPs Over ‘Crippling’ Business Taxes

In a bold move, a North Yorkshire hairdresser has banned all Labour…

Chefs Warn of ‘Bloodbath’ in Hospitality Industry Under New Tax Policies

Prominent British chef Gordon Ramsay has sounded the alarm on the impending…

Fierce Rebuke from Labour MP as Trump Slams European Troops in Afghanistan

In a scathing attack on BBC's Question Time, Dame Emily Thornberry, the…

Assisted Dying Bill Faces Uncertain Future in the House of Lords

As the controversial Assisted Dying Bill makes its way through Parliament, a…

Starmer Vows to Rip Up Red Tape and Woo Investors to Britain

Prime Minister Keir Starmer will pitch for businesses to come to Britain…

Reeves Warns of ‘Difficult’ Tax Choices Ahead in Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has warned of "difficult" tax choices coming up at…

Labour’s Challenge to Fix the NHS Amid Worst Crisis in History

The NHS is facing its "worst crisis in its history", according to…

Starmer Prepares Nation for Tough Budget Decisions

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has made clear that the upcoming Budget on…

Principled Labour MP Colin Pickthall Remembered for Unwavering Loyalty

Colin Pickthall, the former MP for Lancashire West, has passed away at…

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