Daily brief
UK and Poland signed a 'major' defence treaty as Prime Minister Keir Starmer continues to rebuild ties with European partners.
A leaked vetting report warned of Lord Mandelson's ties to senior figures in China, Russia and Israel.
China and the UK are seeking to deepen economic cooperation.
Nigel Farage demanded a snap election if Starmer is ousted.
Scotland renewed its push for independence from the UK.