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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Deadly Nightclub Fires Highlight Urgent Need for Improved Safety Standards

In a chilling echo of past tragedies, two nightclub fires on opposite…

Trump’s Greenland Gambit Risks Damaging Transatlantic Ties

In an unprecedented move, US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose…

Starmer Faces Tough Questions on Heathrow Expansion and Economy

Prime Minister Keir Starmer refused to say whether he would back a…

Badenoch and Starmer Clash Over Economic Plans After Reeves’ Speech

Prime Minister Kemi Badenoch and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer engaged in…

Starmer Defends Chagos Islands Deal as ‘Vital for National Security’

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended his government's deal to hand over…

Miliband Backtracks on Climate Pledge, Supports Heathrow Expansion

The Government's plans to build a third runway at Heathrow Airport have…

Starmer Rejects Judge’s Controversial Gaza Migrant Ruling

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has firmly rejected a controversial immigration court…

Reeves Under Scrutiny Over Expense Claims During Time at HBOS

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has found herself at the centre of a controversy…

Badenoch Calls for Significant Increase in UK Defence Spending Beyond 2.5% GDP Target

Kemi Badenoch, the leader of the Conservative Party, has called for UK…

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