The UK’s Home Secretary, Suella Braverman, has been the focus of intense scrutiny recently, following accusations that she has encouraged far-right activists who have been involved in violence on the streets of London. This is just one of several major issues that are currently affecting the UK political landscape. Here are four reasons why this week looks set to be a big one in Westminster.
There is talk of a significant cabinet reshuffle happening soon, with many Whitehall insiders predicting that it could take place as early as Monday. However, reshuffles are notoriously difficult to predict, as they often disappoint more people than they please. Despite this, a wider reshuffle has been in the works for months now, and it is rumoured that Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, may be moving ministerial positions soon.
With regards to Suella Braverman, it seems that her tenure as Home Secretary may be coming to a close. Last week, she made remarks about the police being biased that were not sanctioned by Downing Street. It is thought that many of her ministerial colleagues are fed up with her, and a cabinet reshuffle would provide the perfect opportunity to move her on.
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will make a decision on whether the government’s plans to deport some migrants arriving on small boats to east Africa can go ahead. This move has been a flagship idea of the government’s but has been bogged down in the courts for some time. Figures in government have sounded pessimistic about winning the case, but psychologically, a victory would be a major boost for Mr Sunak and a huge dividing line with Labour.
The latest inflation numbers will be released on the same day, and the government is increasingly confident that it will meet its promise of halving inflation this year. If this is the case, ministers will be able to claim that one of their central promises of the calendar year has been achieved. However, this will not mean that the squeeze on people’s finances is over.
Finally, there will be a vote in parliament this week on a Scottish National Party proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza. The vote will not change government policy, but it will likely put Labour in a difficult position. Several shadow ministers have already called for a ceasefire, which is not in line with Sir Keir Starmer’s policy. This could lead to further shadow ministerial resignations, making it a big few days for both the Labour leader and the Prime Minister
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