Edmund King

Edmund King is not mentioned in any of the provided news articles. The articles primarily discuss the state of pothole repairs in England and Wales, the potential impact of the US war with Iran on UK inflation and the cost of living, and Keir Starmer's response to these economic challenges. Therefore, it's impossible to provide any information about Edmund King's background, newsworthiness, recent events, or relevance based on the given text. The articles focus on infrastructure issues, economic concerns related to international conflicts, and political responses to these issues within the UK.