It says the prime minister is gambling that an updated version of the Tories' "levelling up" strategy will address anger about Britain's broken communities. It says many MPs have already said they want no part of it, but Downing Street will be worried that the mayor will use the opportunity to undermine the prime minister. The Daily Mail also suggests the government is "inching towards", external lifting the cap. It says the prime minister could signal the move at the Labour conference. The FT says the trade association for UK wine says sales of fizz have plateaued, while growth in overall English wine sales has slowed dramatically.

Source: The Times September 25, 2025 21:41 UTC