‘Free speech’ row threatens to derail Starmer’s talks with Trump on state visit

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Exclusive: US concerns over free speech in the UK expected to be high on the agenda between Starmer and Trump during the state visit, with the UK side in chaos after Mandelson’s sacking

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An under-siege Keir Starmer is facing a showdown with Donald Trump over “free speech” in the UK, which could derail crucial talks during the US president’s state visit.

‘Free speech’ row threatens to derail Starmer’s talks with Trump on state visit

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