Sunak's by-election agony, Starmer's Rochdale headache, and why we could have a May election? | Adam Boulton

Austrian chancellor hails Sunak for UK's 'pioneer' Rwanda deportation plan

Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer has lauded the UK as a "pioneer" of migration policy, citing its plan to deport illegal migrants to Rwanda, as UK PM Rishi Sunak visits Vienna on Tuesday.

PM: There must be justice for Infected Blood wrongdoing

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak insists there must be 'justice and accountability' where there is evidence of wrongdoing following the publication of the Infected Blood report. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Sunak and Austrian PM hold bilat

Rishi Sunak, prime minister, politics, government, Austria, Europe, foreign politics Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM arrives in Austria for migration talks

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak arrives in Austria to hold talks with the country's leader about illegal migration. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer promises immediate action if elected PM

Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer promises immediate action if elected prime minister, focusing on stabilising and growing the economy, removing planning restrictions, and addressing the small boats issue. He emphasised that these changes could begin "absolutely straight away" and highlighted the importance of earning voter trust and confidence ahead of the election. "We must be laser focused on that from day one," Starmer insisted. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer emphasises AI regulation to safeguard jobs

Labour Party Leader Keir Starmer highlights the potential of AI while stressing the need for regulation to mitigate risks and manage job changes. "I do think it's got huge potential," he stated, noting the importance of a strong regulatory framework. Starmer believes the UK can effectively balance opportunities and risks, benefiting from advancements while protecting the workforce. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer channels Blair & Miliband to launch election pledges

Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled a pledge card with six "first steps" the Labour Party would take if it were to form a government after the next general election. The steps include measures to invest in the NHS, education and policing, to set up a new national energy company and an elite border force, and to promote economic stability. The move, unveiled during a campaign speech in Essex, is reminiscent of Tony Blair’s five pledges ahead of Labour’s landslide victory in 1997, and less favourably of Ed Miliband’s promises carved into stone in 2015. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn