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BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Nato allies announce £37bn for new missile project
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will convene around a dozen leaders to discuss the programme in Ankara.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Reform asks NCA to investigate leaks of private financial information
The party's deputy leader Richard Tice says he found out payments to his company had been flagged to the agency, after questions from the media.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

The housing revolution that may create new problems
The government wants to abolish leasehold, but replacing it could prove far more complicated

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Why replacing leasehold may be easier said than done
The government wants to abolish leasehold, but replacing it could prove far more complicated

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Farage's rivals rule out standing in Clacton by-election
The Reform UK leader says he wants an "establishment versus the people by-election" but Labour calls it a "circus".

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Emma Little-Pengelly says she was 'shocked and revolted' by Donaldson revelations
On Tuesday, the Belfast Telegraph reported that a woman had alleged Donaldson had sexually assaulted her in 2016, and that she had made a senior member of the party aware of what happened.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Why has Farage resigned and what happens next?
The Reform UK leader has faced increasing pressure after reports he did not declare support from an ally.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Farage resigns as MP and vows to fight by-election amid finances row
The Reform UK leader has faced intense scrutiny over financial support he received before becoming an MP.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

What do Farage's constituents think about his resignation?
People living in Clacton share contrasting feelings of frustration and support towards Nigel Farage.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Chris Mason: Farage attempts to seize back the agenda after finance row
His aim throughout the forthcoming campaign is to clearly frame this by-election as "the people versus the establishment".

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Watch: Clacton's mixed views on Farage's resignation
Nigel Farage announced he is resigning as an MP, triggering a by-election he will stand in.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Nigel Farage resigns to trigger by-election in which he will stand
Following parliamentary standards investigations, the Reform UK politician announced his resignation and intention to stand in a by-election in Clacton.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Watch: Farage resigns to trigger by-election he will stand in
In a statement filmed by Reform UK Nigel Farage announced he will resign as an MP to trigger a by-election which he will stand in.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2026

Next PM needs to wake UK up to threat of war, ex-Nato chief warns
Lord Robertson urges the next prime minister to look again at the UK's level of spending on defence.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Tributes to veteran MP and minister Sir George Howarth
Sir George Howarth served in Parliament for almost 38 years and was a minister under Tony Blair.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

PM intervened in row over Mexico-England kick-off time
Fifa had been set to bring the match forward by six hours, due to a forecast of thunderstorms.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Treasury sees defence as a drain not a driver for growth, says Healey
John Healey quit his cabinet role as defence secretary over a long-delayed military spending plan.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Grooming gang leader 'could still be deported'
A Home Office minister says they were examining changing the law to deport recently freed Shabir Ahmed.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Why is Farage facing renewed scrutiny over his finances?
The Reform UK leader faces further pressure after reports he did not declare support from an ally.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Burnham provided 'error-filled' article about devolution, says WalesOnline
The news site said the MP provided an article similar to others written for Scotland and London.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Chris Mason: Accusations around Farage leave him looking vulnerable to his rivals
The Reform UK leader is in the news and at the heart of the headlines are questions about power, transparency and money.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Nigel Farage denies wrongdoing over unclaimed benefits
Nigel Farage said he has "done no wrongdoing" after it emerged he did not declare benefits provided by an ally once convicted of fraud in the US.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

UK fighter jets intercept Russian plane over Norwegian Sea
The Ministry of Defence calls Moscow's activity "unsafe" and "unprofessional".

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2026

Farage says he's 'done no wrongdoing' after benefits from ally not declared
The Liberal Democrats have asked the Reform UK leader to be "straight with the British people".

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Overseas voters moving to UK could face £100,000 donations cap for year
The planned changes are part of the government's response to a review of political funding.

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Police leadership needs fundamental overhaul, review finds
Development and recruitment processes in the service need reforming, an independent report says.

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2026

'Posh George': Who is aristocrat and convicted criminal at heart of Farage controversy?
The 32-year-old reported crypto entrepreneur, once convicted of fraud in the US, is a long-time Farage ally.

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Reform denies rules broken by Farage after benefits from ally not declared
The Sunday Times says the Reform UK leader failed to register the support supplied by a cryptocurrency entrepreneur who had been convicted of fraud.

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Polanski says he will pay any council tax owed linked to houseboat
The Green Party leader told the BBC he is waiting for a decision from Waltham Forest Council.

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Police inquiry into Yes Scotland campaign's 'missing £1.5m' claim
It is claimed funds raised for the group which campaigned for independence in the 2014 referendum are "unaccounted for".

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Police probe Yes Scotland campaign's 'missing £1.5m' claim
It is claimed funds raised for the group which campaigned for independence in the 2014 referendum are "unaccounted for".

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2026

Reform denies rules broken by Farage after reports benefits from ally were not declared
The Sunday Times says the Reform UK leader failed to register the support supplied by a man who had been convicted of fraud in the US.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Farage denies rules broken after reports benefits from ally were not declared
The Sunday Times says the Reform UK leader failed to register the support supplied by a man who had been convicted of fraud in the US.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Farage denies rules broken after reports benefits from ally were undeclared
The Sunday Times said the Reform UK leader failed to declare benefits from an ally convicted of fraud in the US.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2026

Police leadership needs 'ethical reset', Lord Blunkett tells BBC
The former home secretary has co-authored a major report that has found the running of forces in England and Wales needs a "fundamental overhaul".

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2026

The massive scramble behind the scenes before the new PM arrives
As Starmer gets ready to pack his bags, there's a "bunfight for jobs" in Whitehall, one MP tells Laura Kuenssberg.

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning
In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

Starmer says decision to step down 'intensely personal'
Keir Starmer says he took the decision to quit as PM after spending the weekend with his family.

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

Starmer warns Burnham will have to spend time on global affairs, in first interview since quitting
In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

Burnham rules out calling early election as PM
The newly elected MP for Makerfield is expected to become PM this month and says he will stick to the 2024 Labour manifesto.

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

Labour MPs seek cap on political donations
Labour MPs believe a donations cap will be backed by dozens of MPs and likely next prime minister, Andy Burnham.

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

MP disappointed by Starmer response on hospital
Al Pinkerton says the proposed site for the new Frimley Park hospital is "fundamentally unsuitable".

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

UK in talks with Pakistan about deporting grooming gang leader
The prime minister's spokesperson says the government is exploring "all possible options in this case".

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

Police criticise timing of decision on pubs staying open for England match
The "late announcement" extending opening hours to 05:00 on Monday means taking officers away from other duties, the National Police Chiefs' Council says.

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

Labour general secretary to stand down after party conference
Hollie Ridley has been credited with organising the ground campaign which led Labour to its landslide election win in 2024

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

Burnham says there is some room for movement on tax
But the likely next PM says he will stick to Labour's pledges to not raise VAT, income tax or national insurance.

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2026

I was 'slam dunk' for SNP leadership until revealing gay marriage views - Forbes
The former deputy first minister says she was advised to lie about her opinions on same-sex marriage.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am on Monday for England Mexico match
The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham
The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Culture secretary quits X in protest at 'misinformation'
Lisa Nandy says her department is also leaving Elon Musk's platform, which she claims "isn't healthy for our democracy".

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England Mexico match
The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Politician's call for training courses for rabbit owners labelled 'hare-brained'
Mike Hedges said people should be restricted from being owners until "they understand the needs of rabbits".

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Charities back politician's call for rabbit pet training despite 'hare-brained' criticism
Mike Hedges said people should be restricted from being owners until "they understand the needs of rabbits".

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Labour politician's call for training courses for rabbit owners labelled 'hare-brained'
Mike Hedges said people should be restricted from being owners until "they understand the needs of rabbits".

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Government may now allow pubs to extend hours for 1am England clash
The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further than they already have been for the World Cup.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Grooming gang leader released from prison
Shabir Ahmed, known as 'Daddy' by his victims, was jailed for a total of 22 years in August 2012.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Burnham meets trade union leaders ahead of expected premiership
Andy Burnham's possible chancellor could be among the conversations between unions and the prospective prime minister.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Labour failed to prepare for power, admits PM's former top aide
In his first-ever interview, Morgan McSweeney tells the BBC the party did not deliver quickly enough in office.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

President Trump joked about 'fat foxes' during first call with Starmer
Trump joked about 'fat foxes' during first call with Starmer

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Political Thinking with Nick Robinson
Morgan McSweeney, once Keir Starmer's right hand man, speaks for the first time.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Forced adoptions 'a stain on our history' says Starmer as he gives formal apology
The practice saw thousands of babies taken from their mothers between 1949 and 1976.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Home Secretary admits failures led to Southport attack
Shabana Mahmood says the government accepts the "fundamental failures" identified by an inquiry.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Starmer gives formal apology to victims of forced adoptions
The practice saw thousands of babies taken from their mothers between 1949 and 1976.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Government 'looking at every route' to deport grooming leader
Shabir Ahmed is barred from deportation by the provisions in a 55-year-old piece of legislation.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

Victims of forced adoption to get formal apology after years of campaigning
The practice saw thousands of babies taken from their mothers between 1949 and 1976.

BBC Politics
Jul 02, 2026

RAF Barnham asylum plan meets local resistance
There is cross-party agreement that the proposal for the Suffolk/Norfolk border is inappropriate.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Rayner offers support to Burnham's 'vision' to devolve power to communities
Rayner argued the "devolution revolution" has already begun in England but more needs to be done.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Majority of Senedd defends Nation of Sanctuary as Reform call for Welsh policy to be scrapped
Most of the Senedd defends the Welsh government's Nation of Sanctuary policy in a heated debate.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Burnham calls for grooming gang ringleader to be deported
The Labour leadership hopeful says he will "ask the home and foreign secretaries to review all possible options".

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Badenoch accuses Starmer of leaving defence spending 'mess' for Burnham
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticised what she called a missing £5bn in the defence investment plan.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

CPS considering charges against MP after rape arrest
Dan Norris says he "vigorously" denies the allegations, which include rape and sexual assault.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Welsh budget could be cut by up to £30m for defence spending, Plaid ministers claim
Welsh ministers warn defence plans could strip up to £30m from capital projects.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Burnham's plans are a warning to Whitehall, minister says
Darren Jones says government departments could "shrink" if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Is Andy Burnham facing a £5bn defence 'black hole'?
BBC Verify investigates whether a shortfall in funding for the government's defence investment plan is a "black hole".

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Is Andy Burnham facing a £5bn defence funding 'black hole'?
BBC Verify investigates whether a shortfall in funding for the government's defence investment plan is a "black hole".

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Defence plan is '£5bn short', Badenoch says
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says the defence spending plan is '£5bn' short and 'doesn't add up'.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Badenoch presses Starmer on defence spending
The Conservative leader says the head of the UK armed forces 'made it known' that the military needed a minimum of £28bn more to defend the country.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Starmer leaves No 10 as he heads to PMQs
Sir Keir Starmer leaves Downing Street as he heads to the Commons for one of his final Prime Minister's Questions.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Politician says rabbit owners should have training
Welsh Labour's Mike Hedges asked Rhun ap Iorwerth about animal welfare in first minister's questions.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

New defence secretary says Burnham backs defence budget
Dan Jarvis says Andy Burnham will back his £15bn defence spending plan if he becomes PM.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Burnham's chancellor will have to find extra £4.7bn for defence, says minister
Luke Pollard says the next chancellor "whoever that may be" will have to "find the resources" to fund defence plan.

BBC Politics
Jul 01, 2026

Chris Mason: Starmer's defence plan leaves crunching trade-offs for Burnham to confront
The BBC's political editor Chris Mason reflects on the fallout from the Defence Investment Plan.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Why Starmer's defence plan leaves next PM with £4.7bn headache
Keir Starmer announces extra defence spending - but the subject will still be one of the trickiest issues in his successor's in-tray.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Half of government should be female, Labour women tell Burnham
Female MPs urge Burnham to ensure Labour lead by example on equality should he become prime minister.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Welsh budget facing cuts because of Starmer defence plans, says first minister
Money for new buildings to be cut as a result of defence plans, Rhun ap Iorwerth says.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Frank Gardner: Key points from government's defence spending plan
The BBC's security correspondent analyses the details of the plan, and what they mean for the UK's armed forces.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Farage declares earning £270,000 for promoting gold bullion
The Reform UK leader says the payment from Direct Bullion was for work amounting to four hours per month for a three-month period.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Lib Dem MP pushes defence secretary on funding
'Is this genuinely new investment or simply moving money from one overstretched budget to another?' Liberal Democrat MP asks.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Will Starmer's plan for defence help UK hit Nato's spending target?
BBC Verify looks at what the big numbers around the Defence Investment Plan mean for spending on the military and hitting the government's pledges.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Mayor angry as East Midlands road upgrades shelved
Major schemes in Derby and Nottinghamshire are due to be axed as money is diverted to defence.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Burnham plans to work some days in Manchester as PM
The ex-Greater Manchester mayor plans a new No 10 unit in the city if he becomes Labour's next leader.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Hull MP backs Andy Burnham to become PM
Dame Diana Johnson MP believes Burnham "would make an excellent leader".

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

How soon could Andy Burnham become PM?
Andy Burnham has launched a bid to be the next prime minister.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Starmer trims budgets to fund extra £15bn for defence
The plan outlines how billions will be spent on equipping the UK armed forces in the years ahead.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Government promises to act on maternity care failings which 'shame our society'
An independent inquiry has found "unacceptable racism and discrimination" is affecting patient safety.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Chris Mason: More cash for defence, but is it enough?
Keir Starmer says a further £15bn will be invested, but acknowledges that there "will always be those that argue that even more should be spent".

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

'We must do what it takes to meet this new world head on'
The prime minister speaks as the UK government unveils its defence spending plans.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

'We will bolster Nato', says UK defence secretary
Jarvis says defence spending plans "reflect the realities of warfare" and commits to strengthening the UK's nuclear deterrent.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Reeves: 'National security is economic security'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks as the government announces its defence spending plans.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2026

Refugees would be told to repay around £10,000 under new asylum bill
The Home Office will be given powers to recover costs from adults who have received asylum support under new laws.

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