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Peter Mandelson, our man in Washington: an 'absolute moron' or ruthlessly effective 'prince of darkness'?

“Absolute moron” or ruthlessly effective “prince of darkness”? It’s safe to say that our new man in Washington divides opinion — almost as much as the president to whom he’ll be paying court.

Evening Standard

‘I don’t trust them’: voters wary as Reform eyes possible Runcorn byelection

Nigel Farage’s party starts early ground war as it hopes to overturn huge majority of Labour MP Mike Amesbury

The Guardian - UK

What the papers say – January 20

Here are the biggest news stories making headlines on Monday.

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UK-US relationship to reach 'next level' under Donald Trump, says Keir Starmer

The president-elect will be sworn in to his second term in the White House on Monday, eight years after he first took the oath of office

Evening Standard

Families of hostages wait for news after three freed on first day of ceasefire

Foreign Secretary David Lammy said ‘our thoughts are with’ British-linked hostages Eli Sharabi, Oded Lifshitz and Avinatan Or.

Evening Standard

PM congratulates Donald Trump ahead of inauguration

In a statement, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer sent his congratulations to Mr Trump.

Evening Standard

Trump to start ‘two year race’ to change America and the world as he returns to the White House

Mr Trump’s swearing-in as the 47th president is set to be followed by scores of executive orders and a massive shift in domestic and global policy as allies hail his Maga revolution while critics fear a resurgence of fascism

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Biden welcomes Gaza ceasefire ‘after so much pain, death and loss of life’

US president says it is now up to his successor Donald Trump to help ensure jointly brokered truce deal succeeds

The Guardian - UK

British-Israeli Hostage Emily Damari Released After 471 Days In Gaza

Three hostages, including Emily Damari, released from Gaza after 471 days. Efforts continue for all hostages' freedom and humanitarian aid in the region.

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AI could destroy democracy as we know it

Letters: Under the fifth Industrial Revolution, human labour may no longer be able to bargain for a share of wealth and political power, writes Simon Steyne

The Guardian - UK

Starmer welcomes ‘wonderful and long-overdue’ news of hostages’ release

The Prime Minister said the hostages and their families had suffered ‘months of agony’.

Evening Standard

Voices: Reeves is wrecking UK growth by alienating wealthy entrepreneurs who bring investment and jobs

COMMENT: Reeves and her boss Keir Starmer do not appear to understand the competition to attract the international rich – and the benefits they bring

The Independent UK

Trump ally says Peter Mandelson’s US ambassador job will not be blocked

Newspapers had reported that new president might veto UK pick, as ministers brace for a turbulent four years

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer embroiled in row over Sadiq Khan’s ‘fascism’ jibe at Donald Trump on eve of inauguration

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage accused the Labour prime minister of ‘getting off to the worst possible start’ with the incoming Trump administration

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Cabinet minister signals confidence in Lord Mandelson US ambassador approval

There were reports in a number of newspapers on Sunday that the Trump administration could be considering not granting approval to Lord Mandelson.

Evening Standard

Government ‘prepared for all scenarios’ says minister as Trump tariffs loom

The US president-elect will be sworn in to a second term in office on Monday, following his election victory last year.

The Independent UK

Starmer warned not to cosy up to Trump as new poll shows Labour voters want closer EU ties instead

Exclusive: Nearly two-thirds of Labour voters say that with Donald Trump about to enter the White House, they back closer post-Brexit connections to Europe

The Guardian - UK

Market turmoil has calmed but Rachel Reeves faces more challenges ahead

Chancellor survives chaos in markets but faces more questions on growth, cuts, public sector pay and fraud

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The Guardian - UK

Cringing before the tech giants is no way to make Britain an AI superpower

To realise his dream for economic growth, Keir Starmer must seize the reins of technological power

The Guardian - UK

Rachel Reeves will go on Davos charm offensive as plan for cuts rattles nerves at home

The chancellor will seek investment in the UK as the Labour government prepares to reduce the benefits bill

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer will have to stick by Rachel Reeves – they’re lashed to the same mast

When you’re presiding over a flatlining economy, every error is magnified and there is little credit for the things you’re doing right

The Guardian - UK

Rollercoaster week for the chancellor ends in relief … and a lesson learned that fortunes can change very fast

Treasury officials claim there was no panic in No 11 before the economic numbers finally turned in their favour

Evening Standard

Tariffs and relations with China could be first questions to arise over Trump

Earlier this week, Sir Keir Starmer paid tribute to the support the US has given to Ukraine.

The Independent UK

Nigel Farage proclaimed ‘Britain’s future PM’ at champagne fuelled Trump celebration party

The Independent’s political editor David Maddox and White House correspondent Andrew Feinberg were at the Hay Adams hotel opposite the White House as Brexiteer Brits hosted the biggest inauguration party in town and plotted a populist future with their US allies

The Guardian - UK

Sadiq Khan warns western democracy at risk from ‘resurgent fascism’ ahead of Trump inauguration

London mayor calls for stricter laws on harmful online content and takes aim at Elon Musk

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