Overview

• Davey confirmed he will decline the invitation to the royal dinner honoring President Trump during the upcoming state visit.
• He says the boycott aims to highlight famine, mass civilian suffering, and ongoing hostage captivity in Gaza while pressing Trump to secure a ceasefire and aid access.
• The state visit is scheduled for 17–19 September, with a banquet at Windsor Castle, making Trump one of the few leaders offered a second UK state visit.
• Davey called refusing the King’s invitation a grave decision taken after reflection with his wife, and he said he supports Keir Starmer engaging with Trump but wants a tougher stance on Gaza.
• Conservative figures, including Priti Patel, labeled the move disrespectful to the monarch, as separate reporting notes a leading food-security body has confirmed famine in Gaza City.