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BBC Politics
Apr 04, 2026

Comedians tell ministers lack of funding is no laughing matter
Culture Minister Ian Murray has agreed to work with the comedy industry to boost support after talks.

BBC Politics
Apr 04, 2026

'Not fit for purpose' - the secret history of a deadly phrase
The four word phrase - first uttered by Labour Home Secretary John Reid - has become a by-word for incompetence.

BBC Politics
Apr 03, 2026

Marmalades may need to be relabelled under post-Brexit food deal
The breakfast favourite will be legally renamed when Britain aligns with new EU labelling rules.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

Police offered support to tackle rising threats against MPs
Reports of crimes against MPs have more than doubled since 2019, reaching almost 1,000 last year.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

UK and allies discuss sanctions to stop Iran blocking Strait of Hormuz
Yvette Cooper said coordinated diplomatic and economic measures are required to reopen the shipping lane.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

Rising costs are changing shopping habits in one of Wales' poorest areas
Shoppers are paying in cash to keep finances in check, not buying in bulk, and investing in higher-value items.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

Lecturer who called Israel a terrorist state to remain Plaid Cymru candidate
Plaid Cymru says that a university lecturer who called Israel a "terrorist state" will remain a candidate.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

Swinney softens stance on North Sea drilling as oil prices soar
The first minister said energy security should be a primary concern when making decisions on oil and gas projects.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

UK says Iran holding world economy 'hostage' with Hormuz attacks
Yvette Cooper is chairing a virtual summit looking at ways to get energy exports moving through the shipping lane.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

Reform UK pledges to cut welfare to keep pensions triple lock
Leader Nigel Farage said the party had reached a "settled position" on the triple lock after debating scrapping it.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

Davey calls for emergency cuts to fuel duty and rail fares
The Liberal Democrat leader says his transport support package would ease the impacts of the war in Iran.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

Reform housing spokesman sacked over Grenfell remarks
A group representing the bereaved of Grenfell call Simon Dudley's comments "ignorant and callous".

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

The town that's lost faith in politics in the cost of living crisis
Shoppers are paying in cash to keep finances in check, not buying in bulk, and investing in higher-value items.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

UK to host talks on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The virtual summit will consider what diplomatic steps can be taken, though the US is not expected to attend.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

Tories pledge to scrap carbon taxes on industry
Kemi Badenoch says carbon taxes have made doing business in Britain "much, much harder than it needs to be".

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds
Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said.

BBC Politics
Apr 02, 2026

The town that's lost faith in politics amid cost of living crisis
Shoppers are paying in cash to keep finances in check, not buying in bulk, and investing in higher-value items.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

Doctors lose new jobs package as strike to go ahead
The offer of 1,000 more training posts has been withdrawn after the union refused to scrap the planned six-day strike.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

Rachel Reeves says she's angry at Trump's decision to launch war with Iran
The chancellor says the US president does not have a "clear plan" to exit the conflict.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

CPS giving 'investigative advice' to police over Andrew and Mandelson probes
Police are carrying out inquiries into Lord Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

Navy investigated links between nuclear sub commander and MP
No disciplinary action was taken over the allegations of an inappropriate relationship with Scottish MP Joani Reid.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

SNP candidate ditched over handling of Linden complaints
Tracy Carragher was a deputy council leader when it was reported that her former colleague had made unwanted advances towards a teenager.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

Analysis: Starmer holds off from emergency measures but warns storm is coming
The prime minister used a Downing Street news conference to make three big calls on the Iran war and cost of living pressures.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war, Starmer says
It comes as UK-US relations have been strained by the PM's refusal to be dragged further into the Iran war.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

Minimum wage: Who is getting a pay rise and how much is it?
Increases in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage mean 2.7 million workers will be paid more from April.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

Minimum wage rises to £12.71 an hour as firms warn of impact
Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers.

BBC Politics
Apr 01, 2026

Energy bill help would be based on household income, Reeves says
The chancellor tells the BBC it is "too early" to say exactly who would get help but hinted any support would not arrive until the autumn.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

Pay rise for 2.7 million people as minimum wage increase comes into force
Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

Three Reform candidates quit in one Welsh constituency
It is unclear who is standing for Reform in a south Wales constituency, after three candidates quit.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

King's state visit to US to go ahead in April, but no Harry meeting
Despite political tensions between the US and UK, the King will travel to Washington next month.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

Labour suspends outspoken backbench MP Karl Turner
The Hull East MP says he was suspended because of his "robust" criticism of the government's policy on jury trials.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

Green candidate replaced by rival who complained about him
Guy Ingerson was due to top the North East list for the party until he was dropped due to an unresolved complaint.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces
The UK government announces further air defence systems will be sent to countries in the region along with troops to operate them.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

UK and France extend talks over new small boats deal
A three-year deal to pay for more French patrols to intercept smuggling gangs was due to expire at midnight.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

Reform UK vows to scrap tax for short-haul family flights
The party says the move would "lighten the load" on families amid wider pressures on living costs.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

Outspoken backbench MP suspended by Labour
Labour say they have suspended the whip from Hull East MP Karl Turner over his recent conduct.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

Outspoken Labour MP suspended by party
The BBC understands Karl Turner had the Labour whip removed following his recent conduct.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit to US to go ahead in April
Despite political tensions between the US and UK, the King will travel to Washington next month.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

UK and France in last-minute talks to renew small boats deal
A three-year deal to pay for more French patrols to intercept smuggling gangs expires at midnight.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched
There needs to be accountability for the failings that led to this mass exploitation of children in UK, says survivor.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

Starmer gives doctors 48 hours to cancel strike or lose new jobs package
The prime minister says the NHS could lose 1,000 extra training places if resident doctors go ahead with a six-day strike next week.

BBC Politics
Mar 31, 2026

What could six fictional voters teach us about how social media really works?
On the run-up to a landmark election, we look at what Welsh voters could be seeing on social media.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Labour to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules
The Home Office says updated guidance will end the policing of "everyday arguments" online.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Government to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules
The Home Office says updated guidance will end the policing of "everyday arguments" online.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready
Weekly food waste collections are required for all English homes as new legislation takes effect.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Why the benefit used by more than 8 million people may not be fit for the future
Can Universal Credit and the work and benefits system more generally reshape itself to meet a new reality?

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Welsh Labour manifesto explained in under 60 seconds
BBC Wales political editor Gareth Lewis explains Welsh Labour's pledges for the Senedd election in May.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Spirit of Caerphilly by-election could propel Plaid into government, says leader
Plaid Cymru leader launches Senedd election campaign, comparing it to fight to win Caerphilly in October.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Defection MP locked out of office loses court case
Andrew Rosindell was locked out of the Conservatives' Romford constituency office in January.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Government must do more to help detained Brits in UAE, advocacy group says
The UK Foreign Office says it is giving consular assistance to "a small number of British nationals" that have been detained there after allegedly taking pictures of Iranian attacks.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

PM launches Labour's local election campaign with focus on cost of living
Keir Starmer says the 7 May elections take place against an "uncertain" backdrop with wars in Ukraine and Iran.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Welsh Labour promises NHS will see people within 48 hours in manifesto
Leader Eluned Morgan made her pledge as she launched her party's Senedd election manifesto in Swansea.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations
A UK Foreign Office spokesman accused Russia of an "aggressive and co-ordinated campaign of harassment against British diplomats".

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Remove VAT from energy bills for three years, Tories urge
There has been a renewed focus on energy costs since the outbreak of the war in Iran.

BBC Politics
Mar 30, 2026

Welsh Labour pledges income tax freeze at manifesto launch
Leader Eluned Morgan is due to launch her party's Senedd election manifesto in Swansea.

BBC Politics
Mar 29, 2026

Councils pressed to use universal parking app to cut 'unfair' fines
The National Parking Platform already has 15 councils on board with more in talks to join.

BBC Politics
Mar 29, 2026

Cut taxes on energy bills before giving bailouts, Badenoch says
The Tory leader refuses to rule out direct payments to households if bills spike but says this would come at a cost.

BBC Politics
Mar 28, 2026

Schools do not have enough staff to make SEND reforms work, union warns
The National Education Union says schools need more funding to be able to make all classrooms inclusive.

BBC Politics
Mar 28, 2026

'I was naive,' says minister who quit over Labour Together claims
Josh Simons resigned after facing claims a think tank he used to run commissioned a report into journalists' backgrounds.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Rubio says US expects to finish Iran war 'in next couple of weeks'
Marco Rubio said US allies were open to helping escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has closed and threatened to charge fees for.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

No evidence of 'family voting' in by-election
An investigation into alleged "family voting" finds no evidence of intent to influence voting.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Reform candidate quits Senedd election after appearing to do Nazi salute
The photo of Corey Edwards was published after he was announced as a Reform candidate on Wednesday.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Vital paperwork for grooming gangs inquiry may be lost, say MPs
An independent inquiry into child sexual abuse by grooming gangs is about to begin its work.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Reform councillor suspended following racism row
Reform UK confirms the suspension of Lynn Dean and says an investigation is forthcoming.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Offord says he is fit to be first minister after homophobic joke
Malcolm Offord denied being homophobic after apologising for a joke he made about George Michael during a Burns Night speech.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Marco Rubio joins G7 talks with focus on Iran war
It is the secretary of state's first foreign trip since the conflict began last month.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Davey defends councils raising charges and taxes
Cost of living is a key campaign issue for the Liberal Democrats ahead of May's local elections.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Assisted dying bill will not now become law, say both sides
The House of Lords are continuing to debate the proposals but there is not enough time to complete all the stages in the current parliamentary session.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Vital paperwork for grooming gangs inquiry may be lost, says MP
An independent inquiry into child sexual abuse by grooming gangs is about to begin its work.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Assisted dying bill will not become law, say both sides
The House of Lords are continuing to debate the proposals but there is not enough time to complete all the stages in the current parliamentary session.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Marco Rubio meets G7 counterparts amid Iran war
It is the secretary of state's first foreign trip since the conflict began last month.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Officials to ask Mandelson to hand over personal phone messages for release
Officials are set to publish more documents related to his appointment as UK ambassador to the US - but have so far only had access to the peer's work phone.

BBC Politics
Mar 27, 2026

Two hereditary peers allowed to keep ceremonial roles
The Duke of Norfolk and Lord Carrington won the concession due to their role in organising state occasions.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Mandelson personal phone messages requested for files release
Officials are set to publish more documents related to his appointment as UK ambassador to the US - but have so far only had access to the peer's work phone.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Screen time for under-fives should be limited to one hour a day, parents told
New government guidance suggests avoiding fast-paced children's content and sharing screen time where possible.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Farage backs election candidate appearing to do Nazi salute in photo
Farage says he would not approve of the picture but would not kick him out of the party.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Will the UK ban social media for under 16s?
As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules?

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Liberal Democrats launch new maternity care pledge
Leader of the Liberal Democrats, Sir Ed Davey, says his proposal will be "challenging".

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

'Dedicated' former MP dies aged 92
David Winnick is described as a "true legend" and "dedicated" public servant following his death.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is launching his party's push to take control of more councils at a rally in Sunderland.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

More than 13 million living in poverty, new figures show
The level rose slightly on the previous year while the number of children living in poverty has remained steady.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

NS&I boss replaced as savers left waiting for millions of pounds
Pensions Minister Torston Bell said those affected would receive compensation "where appropriate".

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Tories launch Welsh election campaign promising lower taxes
Welsh Conservative leader Darren Millar said only his party offered Welsh voters "real, credible, positive change".

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

King's Speech to take place days after key May elections
King Charles III will attend Parliament to read out the government's legislative agenda for the coming months.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

NS&I customers to get compensation 'where appropriate' over premium bond delays
The boss of the government-backed bank has also resigned following complaints over accessing funds.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Speaker urged to stop Keir Starmer avoiding MPs' questions
The public are growing tired of Sir Keir Starmer's conduct at PMQs, according to letters obtained by the BBC.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Far-fetched to think McSweeney faked phone theft, says PM
Messages relating to Lord Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador could have been lost in the alleged theft.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

UK forecast to see biggest hit to growth from Iran war out of major economies
The OECD downgrades forecasts for many of the world's biggest economies due to the US-Israel war with Iran.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

UK now 'ready' to seize Russian shadow fleet ships, Healey says
Forces are now approved to board sanctioned vessels if required, after ministers identified a legal basis in January.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

UK facing biggest hit to growth from Iran war out of major economies
The OECD downgrades forecasts for many of the world's biggest economies due to the US-Israel war with Iran.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Findlay felt capable of killing attacker but says 'I'm not a scrapper'
The Scottish Conservative leader discussed his visceral reaction to an acid attack in 2015 with the BBC's Scotcast.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Arrests of Palestine Action protesters to resume, Met says
The Met says it remains a criminal offence to support the banned group and it "must enforce the law".

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Chris Mason: How will the UK respond to US court ruling on social media?
Will the decision of a Los Angeles jury have an impact on the UK government as it considers potential future regulations on social media, writes the BBC's political editor.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

A simple guide to the May elections in England, Scotland and Wales
Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

NS&I set to pay millions to customers over misplaced funds
The government-backed bank has been accused of a series of errors, including not paying bereaved families money that was rightfully theirs.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

NHS, bills and immigration: One constituency's election talking points
Six weeks from the Holyrood election, the BBC takes the temperature in one central Scotland constituency.

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Health, education, tax and more - Has the SNP delivered on its promises at Holyrood?
As parties draw up their election manifestos, has the SNP ticked off the goals it set out in 2021?

BBC Politics
Mar 26, 2026

Nigel Farage hints at return for fellow Essex MP
Nigel Farage says he hopes things are "ironed out" for James McMurdock MP.

BBC Politics
Mar 25, 2026

Ministers hope red tape cuts will speed up decision-making
The Conservatives said the changes were being made by a government "stuck in consultation paralysis".

BBC Politics
Mar 25, 2026

Ministers hope red tape cuts will speed-up decision making
The Conservatives said the changes were being made by a government "stuck in consultation paralysis".

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