The UK’s first baby born from a womb transplant
A baby girl has made history as the first child in the UK to be born from a womb transplant. Amy Isabel Davidson was delivered at the end of February after her mum, Grace, received the womb from her o...
8 Apr 202514min
FTSE Falls, Tariffs Rise: How the UK is responding to a global economic shock
The FTSE 100 plunged to its lowest level in a year as markets reacted to sweeping new US tariffs, including a 25% charge on imported vehicles. The London Standard’s Business Editor Jonathan Prynn brea...
7 Apr 202516min
Could new powers for the Mayor of London transform London’s nightlife?
Government proposals could see Sir Sadiq Khan having the final say on whether pubs and clubs can stay open late into the night. But will this help boost London’s night time economy or cause conflict b...
4 Apr 202515min
How will Trump's tariffs impact the UK?
US President Donald Trump unveiled a series of new tariffs today, potentially escalating a global trade war and reversing trade arrangements that have been in place for nearly eight decades. A 10% tar...
3 Apr 202520min
Met Police Cuts: what £260million shortfall means for London
The Metropolitan Police is facing a £260million funding shortfall, prompting sweeping cuts across the force. 1,700 jobs are at risk, including officers, PCSOs and support staff. London Mayor Sir Sadiq...
2 Apr 202512min
The High Court challenge to VAT on independent school fees
A three day hearing has commenced at London’s High Court as pupils, their parents and a collection of independent and faith schools appeal against Labour’s policy to impose VAT on school fees.In this ...
1 Apr 202515min
Starmer’s migration summit: 40 nations gather to tackle people smuggling
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has opened a major summit on illegal migration, bringing together officials from over 40 countries at Lancaster House in London.In this episode we hear from The Standard’s ...
31 Mar 202512min
Spring statement analysis: Labour rebels, welfare cuts, and defence
The Chancellor has presented her first highly-anticipated Spring Statement to parliament. More extensive changes were made than expected, after Rachel Reeves' plans were blown off course by lower grow...
27 Mar 202516min
