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London mayor asks diplomats to push back against Trump's 'lies' about UK capital

Trump, a frequent critic of Khan whom he has called a "terrible mayor," has made a series of claims about London, including assertions that crime is "through the roof."

MARCH 31, 2026|ByREUTERS

MAYOR OF London Sadiq Khan arrives for a photo-call with supporters the day before voters go to the polls in the London Mayoral elections in London, Britain May 1, 2024.

UK Labour councils could face legal action unless they stop BDS activity

This comes after multiple local authorities voted not to work with firms that they deem to be “complicit in Israeli war crimes...or somehow benefit from activity in the West Bank."

JANUARY 6, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

British Foreign Secretary David Lammy walks along Downing Street on the day British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held an emergency meeting to discuss the Israel-Iran conflict, June 18, 2025.

UK plans justice overhaul to prioritize victims by cutting court delays

The UK government will propose reforms to modernize courts and speed up trials, addressing nearly 80,000 delayed cases and putting victims “front and centre” of the justice system.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025|ByREUTERS

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood visit Peacehaven Mosque in Peacehaven, United Kingdom, on October 23, 2025.

Britain announces largest asylum policy overhaul in modern times

As part of the changes, the statutory duty to provide support to certain asylum seekers, including housing and weekly allowances, will be revoked, the Home Office said in a statement.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025|ByREUTERS

UK Labour councillor apologizes for apparent Nazi salute during council meeting

Labour councillor Alan Gardiner made the gesture while laughing and repeating "I'm a fascist, I'm a fascist, I'm a fascist."

MARCH 1, 2025ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD

Labour councillor Alan Gardiner, who represents the Ings ward on Hull City Council, apologized for performing a gesture that appeared to be a Nazi salute

UK announces £7 million to tackle antisemitism in schools, universities

This comes after the number of antisemitic incidents in the UK doubled in the first half of 2024, as compared to the same period in 2023.

OCTOBER 8, 2024ByMATHILDA HELLER

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a speech, following his first cabinet meeting as Prime Minister, in London, Britain, July 6, 2024.

Netanyahu criticizes UK government's mixed signals and 'misguided' actions

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu criticized the UK government and condemned its decision to suspend arms exports to Israel.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Illustrative: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, February 20, 2023,British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London, Britain, July 6, 2024.

British MP claims Palestinian NHS doctor gave her quicker treatment due to ceasefire vote

Labour MP Jess Phillips claimed she was seen faster in a crowded emergency room as her Palestinian doctor supported her ceasefire vote.

AUGUST 30, 2024ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD

Britain's opposition Labour Party leadership contender Jess Phillips leaves the BBC headquarters after an appearance on The Andrew Marr Show in London, Britain January 5, 2020.

The new Labour government reverts back to antisemitism and anti-Israel policies

A secure Israel and combating antisemitism, discrimination, and inequality were among the promises Starmer made before his election.

AUGUST 7, 2024ByNATASHA HAUSDORFF

Demonstrators take part in an antisemitism protest outside the Labour Party headquarters in central London, Britain / Keir Starmer speaks during the Labour leadership hustings

Britain's new government commits to building Holocaust memorial

Labour's commitment to the memorial also follows Starmer's efforts to root out antisemitism from his party following a 2020 report.

JULY 17, 2024ByREUTERS

Visitors tour an exhibition ahead of Israel's national Holocaust memorial day, at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem

British FM Lammy calls for Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, along with two-state solution

Lammy also spoke about the Labour government’s opposition to Israeli West Bank settlement activity and its commitment to a reformed Palestinian Authority.

JULY 15, 2024ByTOVAH LAZAROFF