Luke Pollard in the news: UK defence chatter as ministers pause Ajax trials; Pollard, Labour MP for Plymouth Sutton & Devonport since 2017, former Defence Readiness minister.
As of March 7, 2026, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has publicly supported removing former Prince Andrew, now Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, from the British royal line of succession. Despite being stripped of his royal titles in October 2025 over links to Jeffrey Epstein, he remains eighth in line. The UK government is considering legislation to remove him, requiring approval from 14 Commonwealth realms. Australia and New Zealand have expressed support for this move.
The UK government has stopped in-country assistance for relocating eligible Afghans who worked with British forces, directing them to seek relocation via third countries. The move comes as MPs, lawyers, and advocates warn of hardship and risk for Afghan allies left behind, with ongoing debates over safety and access to asylum.