The Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Darren Jones, stated that the government is prepared for any scenarios involving possible tariffs from President-elect Donald Trump on the UK. Jones highlighted the strong interconnection between the UK and US economies, noting that the tariffs at this point are hypothetical. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasized the importance of ensuring "justice must be done" in the upcoming trial for the accused in the tragic deaths of three young girls. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer congratulated Trump and expressed confidence that the special relationship between the US and UK "will continue to flourish for years to come."