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BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Social media restrictions for under-16s even if no ban, minister says
The government is consulting on changes as a new social media law goes through its final Parliamentary stages.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

No way to raise Mandelson concerns, former senior official says
Sir Philip Barton says he was worried Lord Mandelson's links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein "could be a problem".

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

'Emergency handbrake' needed on sickness benefits, Blair think tank says
The Tony Blair Institute says people with conditions like anxiety should get employment support instead of cash benefits.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Key points as MPs question former Foreign Office boss on Mandelson vetting row
Former top Foreign Office civil servant Sir Philip Barton and ex-No 10 chief of staff Morgan McSweeney are answering MPs' questions.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Ministers rally support for PM ahead of Mandelson vote
Keir Starmer brands the vote "pure politics" and urges Labour MPs to "stand together against it".

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

MP's website shut down in suspected cyber attack
The site was hit with 142 million requests, redirecting users to south-east Asian gambling" sites.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

UK and US always find ways to come together, King to tell Congress
King Charles will address the US Congress on Tuesday at a time of diplomatic tensions between London and Washington.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

'Some form' of social media restrictions for under-16s, minister promises
Education Minister Olivia Bailey says the government will introduce "age or functionality restrictions".

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Minister promises 'some form' of social media restrictions for under-16s
Education Minister Olivia Bailey says the government will introduce "age or functionality restrictions".

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

UK and US always find ways to 'come together', King to tell Congress
King Charles will address the US Congress on Tuesday and it is expected to express sympathy over Saturday's gun attack.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

My tenant owes £15,000 in rent, but I can't get them out of the property
Landlords tell BBC News why they fear new laws could make it harder to remove problematic tenants.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

Five things to look out for in the leaders' debate
With just over a week until the Senedd election, here are five things to look out for in the leaders' debate.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

Ed Davey backs Welsh Lib Dem leader Jane Dodds after rift
Sir Ed previously said Dodds should reflect on her position, and recently campaigned in Wales without her.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

Deal 'within sight' to end Birmingham bin strike
A new offer is to be put to striking workers - but opposition parties claim it is an election stunt.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

Starmer faces vote on inquiry over Mandelson vetting claims
No 10 brands the move "a desperate political stunt by the Conservative Party", which had asked for the vote.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

Residents felt 'intimidated' in councillor flags row
Charles Whitford says he is sorry about emails he sent to residents about St George's flags.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

Labour figures criticise calls for inquiry into PM's Mandelson claims
The Conservatives say the PM misled Parliament "multiple times" and that the Privileges Committee should investigate.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

Lib Dems pledge £5k rewards for illegal waste tip-offs
The party says the payouts would help tackle an "environmental emergency" faced by councils.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

Online safety campaigners 'desperate to be heard'
Esther Ghey says it is "equally important" the PM hears from bereaved families as well as tech giants.

BBC Politics
Apr 27, 2026

Trump says King will be 'very safe' during US visit after security talks
The state visit will go ahead despite concerns raised after a gunman targeted an event attended by the president.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

King's visit to 'revitalise' relationship with US, says UK ambassador
The UK's ambassador to the US welcomes the state visit, at a difficult time for UK and US relations.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

King's US visit will go ahead as planned, Buckingham Palace says
The decision was made "after discussions on both sides of the Atlantic through the day", the Palace says.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

Final decision expected on King's US visit after DC shooting
The King is "being kept fully informed of developments" after the shooting, Buckingham Palace says.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

Quickfire questions with Jane Dodds
Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds answers quickfire questions ahead of the Senedd election.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

Quickfire questions with Rhun ap Iorwerth
Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth answers quickfire questions ahead of the Senedd election.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

Quickfire questions with Eluned Morgan
Welsh Labour leader Eluned Morgan answers quickfire questions ahead of the 2026 Senedd election.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

Quickfire questions with Darren Millar
Welsh Conservative leader Darren Millar answers quickfire questions ahead of the Senedd election.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

Quickfire questions with Anthony Slaughter
Wales Green Party leader Anthony Slaughter answers quickfire questions ahead of the Senedd election.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

Palace holding talks over plans for King's US visit after DC shooting
The King is "being kept fully informed of developments" after the shooting, Buckingham Palace says.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

Palace holding talks over plans for King's US visit after Washington shooting
The King is "being kept fully informed of developments" after the shooting, Buckingham Palace says.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

Higher prices could last for eight months after Iran war, minister says
Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain.

BBC Politics
Apr 26, 2026

King will have 'appropriate security' for US trip, minister says
'Further discussions' will take place between UK and US officials in the wake of Saturday's shooting in Washington, says Darren Jones.

BBC Politics
Apr 25, 2026

Starmer insists 'majority' of Labour MPs back his leadership
This week has seen increasing speculation among Labour MPs about Sir Keir's judgement and leadership.

BBC Politics
Apr 25, 2026

Key figure in Mandelson vetting row will not appear to give evidence
The Foreign Affairs Committee says Ian Collard will only be giving evidence in writing.

BBC Politics
Apr 25, 2026

Key figure in Mandelson vetting row will not give evidence before MPs
The Foreign Affairs Committee says Ian Collard will only be giving evidence in writing.

BBC Politics
Apr 25, 2026

Relish and dread as Starmer 'shambles' hangs over Scotland and Wales elections
Laura Kuenssberg travels to Wales and Scotland to speak to candidates and voters ahead of May 7 polls.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Starmer plans new powers to ban state-backed terror groups
The new powers would allow ministers to label Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps as a terror group.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Zack Polanski calls for Trump to be 'kicked out' of his Scottish golf courses
Trump International responded calling the Greens leader an "imbecile" after he shared his personal opinion on the Holyrood campaign trail.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Assisted dying bill runs out of time but supporters vow to try again
The proposed legislation was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Mandelson under formal investigation by EU's anti-fraud office
The EU's anti-fraud office confirms it has "sufficient information" to launch an investigation, but does not say if it involves fraud.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

The assisted dying bill has failed - but the debate isn't over
In June 2025 MPs backed the legislation but now it has run out of time to become law.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Assisted dying bill runs out of time to become law
The proposed legislation was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

A grim week for Starmer - but things could be about to get worse
The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Chris Mason: A grim week for Starmer - but things could be about to get worse
The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Falklands is a pressure point for the UK - and the US knows it
This story will make greater waves in the UK than in the US, which for Donald Trump is an opportunity for leverage, Joe Inwood writes.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

No 10 says Falklands sovereignty rests with UK after report of US 'review'
An internal Pentagon document reportedly raised the prospect of a change in position in retaliation for the UK not joining the Iran war.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Election countdown in the birthplace of modern circus
All 44 seats are are up for grabs at Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Conservatives pledge to scrap 24-hour bus lanes
The party promises "bus lanes that make sense" as part of a plan for drivers ahead of local elections.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Why has the assisted dying bill failed?
The proposed legislation will run out of time to become law when a final debate ends in the House of Lords on Friday.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

The Big Debate: Waiting lists apology, cost of living and more powers
The NHS and childcare are two of the main topics debated by political leaders in Carmarthen.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Waiting lists apology, cost of living and more powers in election debate
The NHS and childcare are two of the main topics debated by political leaders in Carmarthen.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Assisted dying bill to run out of time as Lords hold final debate
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

PM's ex-chief of staff says he doesn't recognise claims about his behaviour
Morgan McSweeney speaks publicly for the first time about his departure from Downing Street.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

SNP's McAllan supports more 'evidence-led' drilling in North Sea
The main political parties were asked their views on oil and gas extraction during the BBC's Question Time held in Aberdeen.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Proxy attacks in UK a real and growing concern, says PM
The prime minister says he is increasingly worried a number of countries are behind attacks in the UK.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Starmer says he's acting in national interest after Trump criticism
The US president earlier told the BBC the UK should have given more support to the US over the Iran war.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Welsh first minister uses cocktail cans as props and admits she could lose her seat in election
Labour's Eluned Morgan says she believes Plaid Cymru is going to top the poll in her constituency.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Welsh first minster admits she risks losing her seat in "knife edge" election
Labour's Eluned Morgan says she believes Plaid Cymru is going to top the poll in her constituency.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Welsh first minster admits she risks losing her seat in 'knife edge' election
Labour's Eluned Morgan says she believes Plaid Cymru is going to top the poll in her constituency.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

What's happening with the assisted dying bill?
The proposed legislation will run out of time to become law when a final debate ends in the House of Lords on Friday.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Trump tells BBC that King's visit could 'absolutely' help repair relations with UK
In a phone interview with the BBC's North America editor, the president discussed next week's visit and his relationship with the UK PM.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Greens promise 'affordable' leases to help High Streets
The party has set out a plan involving the forced sale of long-term empty shops in England.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Hillsborough Law to progress in next parliamentary session
Liverpool MP urged the government to "end the delays" without any "carve-outs".

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Key takeaways from senior official on Mandelson vetting
Cat Little, the top official at the Cabinet Office, tells MPs "due process" was followed in the appointment.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

AI is already leading to fewer jobs for young people, says Sunak
The former prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

UK and France strike new £662m small boats deal
The three-year agreement will see at least 50 riot-trained police officers drafted in to tackle violence and "hostile crowds".

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Ban 'forever chemicals' in uniforms and frying pans, MPs urge
School uniforms and non-stick pans are some of the everyday products that should stop using chemicals called PFAS, MPs say.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Labour MPs are increasingly restless - but aren't ready to oust Starmer yet
Labour MPs say that while the prime minister is unpopular, a contest is unlikely as there isn't a candidate ready to replace him.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Unhappy Labour MPs aren't ready to oust Starmer yet
Labour MPs say that while the prime minister is unpopular, a contest is unlikely as there isn't a candidate ready to replace him.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

PM's ex-chief of staff to give evidence on Mandelson vetting
The prime minister's former chief of staff will face questions about his role in the appointment of Lord Mandelson.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Starmer admits No 10 asked about job for aide Matthew Doyle
The ex-communications chief was made a Labour peer after leaving Downing Street in March 2025, but was suspended from the parliamentary party this February over links with a convicted sex offender.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

UK inflation rises after Iran war pushes up fuel prices
The figures provide the first official look at the impact of the Iran war on the cost of living in the UK.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Starmer sends 'chill' through civil service, its union boss says
The 'chill' follows the sacking of lead civil servant at the Foreign Office Sir Olly Robbins by the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Starmer sends 'chill' through civil service, union boss says
The 'chill' follows the sacking of lead civil servant at the Foreign Office Sir Olly Robbins by the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

What you need to know about the 7 May elections in England, Scotland and Wales
Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

What we know about Mandelson's vetting and security clearance
The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

What does devolution mean and how does it work across the UK?
Since the 1990s, devolved governments across the UK have worked alongside the Westminster Parliament.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

No 10 had 'dismissive attitude' to Mandelson vetting, says ex-official
Sir Olly Robbins has defended his decision to approve the peer's security clearance for the role.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

London Labour activists charged amid alleged vote rigging claims
Four Labour activists have been charged by police after an investigation into claims that a party database was manipulated to help fix a candidate selection.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

No 10 considered giving Starmer aide diplomat job, sacked official says
Sir Olly Robbins says he felt "uncomfortable" after No 10 discussed finding a role for Lord Doyle.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for Starmer
Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Henry Zeffman: Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for PM
Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Watch key moments from sacked Foreign Office chief's testimony
Sir Olly Robbins told MPs No 10 had a "dismissive approach" to Lord Peter Mandelson's security vetting.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Key evidence from sacked official at heart of Mandelson vetting row
Sir Olly Robbins has defended his actions amid a row over the vetting of the former US ambassador.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

What do young people want to see after the election?
Young people explain what matters to them ahead of the Senedd election in May.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed
The "landmark" legislation aims to stop anyone born after 1 January 2009 from taking up smoking to create a smoke-free generation.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work
The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

High electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Sacked civil servant to speak out in Mandelson vetting row
Sir Olly Robbins is expected to defend his decision not to tell Sir Keir Starmer that Lord Mandelson failed vetting.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans
Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says
The PM tells the Commons that if he had known the peer failed security vetting he would not have been appointed.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement
The prime minister has been back in the Commons after it emerged the Labour peer failed vetting.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Home Office blocks anti-Islam influencer from entering UK
Valentina Gomez, a US-based influencer, said she intended to travel to the UK to attend a rally next month.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Watch: Starmer faces MPs as Mandelson row drags on
Sir Keir Starmer addressed MPs in the Commons about Peter Mandelson's vetting for his job as US ambassador.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve
Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain
Mandelson vetting row shows Westminster continues to have the power to surprise, writes Chris Mason.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Reform pledges to review all asylum claims for past five years if it wins power
The current Labour government has already announced major crackdowns on immigration, including disrupting gangs.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Reform pledges to review all asylum claims since 2021 if it wins power
The current Labour government has already announced major crackdowns on immigration, including disrupting gangs.

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