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BBC Politics
May 18, 2025

Minister 'pushing' for deal over use of EU passport e-gates
The deal could form part of negotiations taking place between the UK and EU on Monday.

BBC Politics
May 18, 2025

Elton brands government 'losers' over AI copyright plans
The musician accuses the government of robbing young artists over its copyright law plans.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Criminals could fill potholes and clean bins under government plans
Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is said to want to expand unpaid work, which she believes to be too lenient.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Far-right leaders attempting to hijack success of Reform
Two prominent figures have set out plans to use Nigel Farage's party to push their own 'pro-white' agenda.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

'Our business needs Irish Sea border reset'
A summit on Monday is expected to include an "agreement to agree" on trade issues.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Gove 'in agreement' with Swinney over second independence referendum
Former Tory MP Michael Gove reveals his change in position over a second vote.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Defence deals and palace invites: UK and EU haggle before first summit since Brexit
Defence deals, fishing rights and closer economic ties among the talking points at Downing Street.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Youth mobility scheme could be part of EU deal, PM signals
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce a broad agreement on the issue at a summit on Monday.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

MPs vote to allow health staff to opt out of assisted dying process
The move is among several tweaks to the assisted dying bill which were debated by MPs.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

MPs vote to allow staff to opt out of assisted dying process
The move is among several tweaks to the assisted dying bill which were debated by MPs.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Councillor who said shoot Tories avoids suspension
Ieuan Williams made the "crass remark" at an internal council meeting in June 2023.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Tory leaders won't rule out Plaid and Reform deals
Neither Kemi Badenoch or Darren Millar rule out Welsh deals with Reform or Plaid Cymru.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

MPs clash as they debate assisted dying bill changes
Changes being considered include ensuring there is no obligation on anyone to take part in the process.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

No 10 should fly Middlesex flag, say Conservatives
The ensign had been flown over No 10 since 2022 to celebrate Middlesex Day on 16 May.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Welsh Tory leader won't rule out working with Reform or Plaid
The leader of the Senedd's Tories says he will work with "anybody" to get Labour out of power.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Man in court over fires at homes and car linked to Starmer
Ukrainian Roman Lavrynovych is charged in connection with blazes in north London linked to the prime minister.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

PM urged to end 'legal theft' from park home owners
Site owners can currently take 10% of a park home's value when the owner sells up, on top of rent.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

MPs debate assisted dying bill after major changes
Dozens of amendments have been added to the bill from both sides since it passed its first stage.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Lavish spending at water watchdog was unacceptable, says report
Thousands of pounds worth of public money was claimed as expenses by management at the Water Industry Commission for Scotland.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

UK can learn from low crime Dubai, says Reform's Tice
He says Dubai is not "perfect," but argues politicians should learn from countries "getting it right".

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

UK should learn from Dubai, says Reform MP Tice
He says Dubai is not "perfect," but argues politicians should learn from countries "getting it right".

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Rise in disabled people facing homelessness in England
Analysis of data also suggests the amount of social housing given to disabled people has gone down.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

MPs to debate assisted dying bill again after major changes
Dozens of amendments have been added to the bill from both sides since it passed its first stage.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

MPs call for year-long delay to farm inheritance tax
A cross-party committee says farmers have lost trust in the government over its policies.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Is Britain really inching back towards the EU?
The first UK-EU summit since Brexit takes place on Monday - but is it a "surrender summit" as the Conservatives fear, or could it be, as Starmer puts it, an example of "serious pragmatism"?

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

PM's Albania trip shows tricky path on migration
Keir Starmer chose a curious location to talk up his plan for hubs to host failed asylum seekers.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Chris Mason: PM's Albania trip shows tricky path on migration
Keir Starmer chose a curious location to talk up his plan for hubs to host failed asylum seekers.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Man charged over fires at homes linked to PM
The 21-year-old man has been charged with three counts of arson with intent to endanger life.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Faisal Islam: The UK's surprisingly strong growth may not be temporary
These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Anti-poverty strategy could 'go further' says first minister
The anti-poverty strategy has been a requirement since the St Andrews Agreement in 2006.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Farage is running a cult, says ex-Reform MP Lowe
Rupert Lowe brands his former party "the cult of Nigel," in a BBC Newsnight interview.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Set up universities in towns and small cities - MP
MP Jesse Norman says there are 50 towns and small cities which do not currently have a university.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

UK in talks to send failed asylum seekers abroad
Sir Keir Starmer wants to send asylum seekers overseas after their claims have been rejected in the UK.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Faisal Islam: The UK's surprise resilience may not be temporary
These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Prison release plans endanger public, say Tories
Ministers say new detention limits for recalled prisoners are required to ease an overcrowding crisis.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

UK in talks on 'return hubs' for failed asylum seekers
Sir Keir Starmer wants to send asylum seekers abroad after their claims have been rejected in the UK.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Reform UK stands by councillor sacked by police
Reform's leader at Leicestershire County Council resists calls to suspend his colleague.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Anti-poverty strategy signed off after 18 years
The anti-poverty strategy has been a requirement since the St Andrews Agreement in 2006.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts
The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

UK to start talks on return hubs for failed asylum seekers
Sir Keir Starmer wants to send asylum seekers abroad after their claims have been rejected in the UK.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Mahmood pledges 'moment of reckoning' over grooming gangs
No 10 has confirmed Baroness Casey's rapid review of child rape gangs will conclude this month.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Anti-poverty strategy to be signed off after 18 years
The anti-poverty strategy has been a a requirement since the St Andrews Agreement in 2006.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

UK economy grew more than expected in first three months of year
The economy grew by 0.7% between January and March, official figures show.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Pubs to stay open late if England or Wales make women's Euros semi-finals
England are defending champions while Wales have qualified for the first time.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

UK to allow foreign states 15% stake in newspapers
A ban was introduced last year - but the law has now been changed to help cash-strapped publishers raise funding.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Overhaul needed to prevent benefit claimants suffering harm, MPs say
MPs say new laws and "deep-rooted cultural change" are needed at the Department for Work and Pensions.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

More inmates released early to stop prisons running out of space
Inmates serving one to four years who are recalled to prison will be released after 28 days.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Limits to offenders' recall to stop prisons running out of space
The justice secretary says measures are required to prevent prison capacity being reached in November.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Abortion decriminalisation plans pushed by Labour MP
Tonia Antoniazzi aims to scrap the law that still makes abortion a crime in England and Wales.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

French taxi driver charged with theft after Lammy dispute
French police charge a taxi driver with stealing luggage and cash from UK foreign secretary and his wife.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Starmer accuses Plaid MP of talking 'rubbish'
Liz Saville Roberts had criticised the prime minister's "island of strangers" immigration warning.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Starmer condemns fires as 'attack on democracy'
Political leaders offer their support to the PM amid investigation into suspected arson attacks on properties linked to him.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Migrants already in UK face longer wait for permanent settlement
People will typically have to live in the UK for 10 years before applying for the right to stay indefinitely.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Ex-Reform MP Lowe will not face charges over alleged threats
The CPS said it made the decision "following a thorough and detailed review of the evidence".

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

'Government must speed up maternity care changes'
Theo Clarke spoke at the launch of her book detailing her own harrowing maternity experiences.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Thousands of civil servant jobs to leave London
The government is aiming to cut roles in London by 12,000 and close 11 offices in the capital.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

GPs split over assisted dying plans, BBC research suggests
GPs are deeply divided over assisted dying with personal beliefs shaping their views, BBC research reveals.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

AI tool put to test sifting public views on botox and fillers
The technology's success sorting comments on cosmetic surgery paves the way for its wider use, the government says.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Scottish assisted dying bill passes first vote
MSPs have been debating proposals to allow terminally-ill adults to seek medical help to end their lives.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Margaret Thatcher festival planned for centenary
Ideas for the celebration include themed beers with names such as Iron Lady and Grantham Lass.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Asylum hotel companies vow to hand back some profits
Three companies have made combined profits of £383m since 2019, according to the National Audit Office.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Newly-elected Reform councillor was sacked as police officer
Andrew Hamilton-Gray won a seat in Loughborough for Reform, with almost 40% of the vote.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Youngest city councillor suspended after complaint
Willis Marshall was elected as a Sheffield Lib Dem councillor in November at the age of 19.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Labour MP Tahir Ali faces expenses probe
The MP is being investigated over his spending on "office costs, travel and accommodation".

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Arrest over suspected arson on properties linked to Keir Starmer
Police arrest a 21-year-old man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after fires at two properties in London and a car blaze.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

MP charged over sex assaults at London's Groucho Club
Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP Patrick Spencer will appear before magistrates in June.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Fishing shouldn't block defence pact, says EU chief
The EU's foreign policy chief says talks over future fishing access should not block a defence deal.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Cooper backs PM over 'island of strangers' remark
The home secretary has rejected criticism the prime minister's language on migration was divisive.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Arrest over suspected arson on property linked to Keir Starmer
Police arrest a 21-year-old man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after fires at properties linked to the prime minister.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Man arrested after fires at homes linked to PM Keir Starmer
Police arrest a 21-year-old man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after fires at homes linked to the prime minister.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Police probe fires at two properties linked to Starmer
Counter-terror police are investigating after two properties linked to Sir Keir Starmer were damaged in suspected arson attacks.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Chris Mason: Starmer's robust language nods to immigration failures
The PM knows cutting immigration is crucial to his credibility, political editor Chris Mason writes.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Starmer's robust language nods to immigration failures
The PM knows cutting immigration is crucial to his credibility, political editor Chris Mason writes.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Counter-terrorism police investigate fire at Starmer's house
A fire in the early hours of the morning was brought under control 20 minutes later - nobody was hurt.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

What are the challenges facing the government's immigration plan?
The government has outlined plans to "significantly" cut immigration - what are the challenges it faces?

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Police investigate fire at Starmer's London house
A fire was reported in the early hours of the morning and brought under control 20 minutes later.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

PM promises migration drop as he unveils plans for 'tightened' visa rules
Plans to ban the recruitment of care workers from overseas are among efforts to curb near record net migration.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Sturgeon to join MSPs voting against assisted dying
Former first minister described it as the "most difficult decision" of her career as an MSP.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Proposals will lead to significant immigration cut, says Starmer
Plans to ban the recruitment of care workers from overseas are among efforts to curb near record net migration.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Labour's immigration plans at a glance
The government says its proposals will reduce record levels of migration to the UK in recent years.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

How many people come to work and study in the UK?
The prime minister promises numbers will fall 'significantly' under Labour.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Care providers say overseas worker crackdown 'short-sighted'
Many care workers say it is a rewarding job, so the task is how to get more people in the UK to apply.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Chris Mason explains 60 years of UK immigration in 60 seconds
Chris Mason explains 60 years of UK immigration in 60 seconds

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

The real problem facing Britain's shrinking military
Troop numbers are down, morale is weak and some equipment is in a poor state - will the government's Strategic Defence Review be enough to turn that around?

BBC Politics
May 12, 2025

Green Party duo launch joint leadership bid
Green Party co-leader Adrian Ramsay and MP Ellie Chowns join forces in a bid for the leadership.

BBC Politics
May 11, 2025

Chris Mason: Why Labour aims to buck 25-year trend of rising legal migration
While the focus is on legal immigration, it is expected that ministers will discuss illegal immigration.

BBC Politics
May 11, 2025

PM promises tougher visa rules to fix 'broken' migration system
Sir Keir Starmer promises new migration rules will "create a system that is controlled, selective and fair".

BBC Politics
May 11, 2025

Care worker recruitment from abroad to end, Cooper says
Up to 50,000 fewer lower-skilled workers will come to the UK under new measures aimed at tackling net migration, the home secretary says.

BBC Politics
May 11, 2025

Time to end care worker recruitment from abroad, Cooper says
Up to 50,000 fewer lower-skilled workers will come to the UK under new measures aimed at tackling net migration, the home secretary says.

BBC Politics
May 10, 2025

Kyiv ceasefire talks a 'significant moment', says Starmer
Global leaders urge Russia to agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire from Monday, warning of further sanctions if it does not comply.

BBC Politics
May 10, 2025

Labour to unveil big immigration plans - but will they win back votes?
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is set to release her White Paper called "Restoring Control Over the Immigration System".

BBC Politics
May 10, 2025

Labour to unveil big immigration plans next week - but will they win back votes?
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is set to release her White Paper called "Restoring Control Over the Immigration System".

BBC Politics
May 10, 2025

In pictures: 25 years of London's mayors in action
The first mayor of London was elected in May 2000 - we mark 25 years with these memorable images.

BBC Politics
May 10, 2025

What's likely to be in Labour's immigration crackdown?
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is preparing to unveil an immigration white paper.

BBC Politics
May 09, 2025

Bold spending needed to halt prison crisis - union
A probation service union says a sentencing review may have no impact without extra funding.

BBC Politics
May 09, 2025

Starmer joins world leaders in Ukraine to call for ceasefire
The prime minister will join world leaders as they vow to "ratchet up pressure on Russia's war machine".

BBC Politics
May 09, 2025

Talks with US over digital services continue, says PM
The government continues to push for a wider US trade pact after cutting car and steel tariffs.

BBC Politics
May 09, 2025

What is in the UK-US tariff deal?
The two nations have announced a deal to reduce tariffs - here's what you need to know.

BBC Politics
May 09, 2025

Hormone-treated beef will not enter UK after US deal, says government
Farmers are raising questions over how checks will ensure US beef produced using hormones doesn't enter the UK market.

BBC Politics
May 09, 2025

London mayor to 'explore' building on green belt
Sir Sadiq Khan says building on brownfield sites alone is not enough to deliver 88,000 homes a year.

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