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BBC Politics
Jul 14, 2026

Change voting system before next election, Davey urges Burnham
The Lib Dem leader urges incoming PM Andy Burnham to "be brave" to fulfil his promise to change politics.

BBC Politics
Jul 14, 2026

MP was 'bit of a pest', sexual assault trial hears
The Suffolk MP is on trial in London after being accused of two counts of sexual assault.

BBC Politics
Jul 14, 2026

MPs expected to approve long-delayed Hillsborough Law
The legislation has returned to the Commons in Sir Keir Starmer's final days as prime minister.

BBC Politics
Jul 14, 2026

MPs expected to approve long-delayed 'Hillsborough Law'
The legislation has returned to the Commons in Sir Keir Starmer's final days as prime minister.

BBC Politics
Jul 14, 2026

Government failing Farage over security, says Jenrick
It comes as the police investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death sparks renewed debate over politicians' security.

BBC Politics
Jul 14, 2026

A bin, a Fox and a fish finger: The candidates fighting Clacton
The full list of candidates who have declared they intend to fight the Clacton by-election.

BBC Politics
Jul 14, 2026

The candidates standing in Clacton by-election
The full list of candidates who have declared they intend to fight the Clacton by-election.

BBC Politics
Jul 14, 2026

Chris Mason: Investigation into Widdecombe's death rekindles debate over how to protect politicians
Many MPs blame social media for normalising violent language and abuse, the BBC's political editor writes.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

Mahmood says law will be changed to help deport grooming gang leader
Calls to deport Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed have been growing since his release from prison.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

Burnham cements Labour leadership with backing of 349 MPs
The MP for Makerfield is on track to become the prime minister next week after receiving the support of the vast majority of Labour MPs.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

Ann Widdecombe suspect not known to Prevent as counter terrorism police take over investigation
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirmed the suspect was not known to the government's anti-terrorism programme in an update to MPs.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

MP groped breasts of two women, trial hears
Patrick Spencer pleads not guilty to two counts of sexual assault and is on trial.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

UK bans support for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
Shabana Mahmood will use new powers to ban support for the group, which has been linked to death threats and intimidation on British soil.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

Counter terrorism police take over investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death
The man in custody has since been re-arrested on suspicion of?commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism, police say.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

Former top official Robbins takes legal action over sacking
The former official was fired in April over Lord Mandelson's vetting to be the UK's ambassador to the US.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

Suspect in Ann Widdecombe murder seen on CCTV getting into car with object
The man, dressed in a white shirt and shorts, can be seen getting into a red car outside a house in Rotherham in the footage.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

MP arrives at court for sexual assault trial
He has pleaded not guilty to two counts of sexual assault and is on trial.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2026

Mahmood to set out plan to deport grooming gang leader
Calls have grown to deport Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed after his release from prison.

BBC Politics
Jul 12, 2026

Burnham set for No 10: BBC correspondents on what Trump, Putin and others will make of him
In the US, China, Europe, Russia and elsewhere, how is the UK's expected new prime minister regarded?

BBC Politics
Jul 12, 2026

Bill for Hillsborough Law set to be approved by MPs
The crush at the 1989 FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest left 97 fans dead.

BBC Politics
Jul 12, 2026

A bin, two foxes and a fish finger: The candidates fighting Clacton
The full list of candidates who have declared they intend to fight the Clacton by-election.

BBC Politics
Jul 12, 2026

Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest
Police say they are not looking for anyone else after a 28-year-old man was arrested in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.

BBC Politics
Jul 12, 2026

Burnham will deal with living costs in short term, key adviser says
Miatta Fahnbulleh says she expects people will have "more money in their pockets" if Burnham becomes PM.

BBC Politics
Jul 12, 2026

Nothing to suggest Widdecombe killing was politically motivated, police say
Devon and Cornwall Police are not looking for anyone else in connection with her death.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2026

Man arrested on suspicion of murder of Ann Widdecombe
A 28-year-old white British national has been arrested in South Yorkshire, police say.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2026

Ann Widdecombe attacked nearly 24 hours before she was found dead, police believe
A 26-year-old white British man arrested on suspicion of her murder has been released and is no longer part of the investigation.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2026

Reeves tells BBC: Burnham needs worked-through plan to govern from the start
The Chancellor tells Laura Kuenssberg she will be handing over a stable economy to the incoming PM.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2026

A bin, two foxes and a reality TV star: the candidates fighting Clacton
The full list of candidates who have declared they intend to fight the Clacton by-election.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Ann Widdecombe's 'extraordinary' character
The BBC's political editor reflects on Widdecombe's life after the former government minister's death.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Pugnacious, charismatic and she always answered the question - Chris Mason on Ann Widdecombe
Plenty in Westminster who knew her, whether they agreed with her or not, found her immensely likeable.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Pugnacious, charismatic and she always answered the question - Chris Mason on Widdecombe
Plenty in Westminster who knew her, whether they agreed with her or not, found her immensely likeable.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Man arrested on suspicion of murder after death of Ann Widdecombe
There was initially no suggestion of suspicious circumstances when her death was announced on Friday morning.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Man, 26, arrested on suspicion of murder after death of Ann Widdecombe
There was initially no suggestion of suspicious circumstances when her death was announced on Friday morning.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Watch: Police confirm 26 year-old suspect in custody
A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of Ann Widdecombe, police say.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Watch: Ann Widdecombe's last public appearance
The politician was found dead on Thursday, after her last public appearance on TalkTV the day before.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Ann Widdecombe murder probe: What we know so far
Police say they are searching for a suspect in connection with the former MP's death at her home on Dartmoor.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Watch: 'Shocked' and 'upset' - Starmer, Badenoch and Farage respond
The prime minister and opposition leader spoke after the police announced a murder investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Watch: 'Shocked' Starmer and Badenoch react to murder investigation
The prime minister and opposition leader spoke after the police announced a murder investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Shocked and upset - Politicians react to Ann Widdecombe's death
The prime minister and opposition leader spoke after the police announced a murder investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Starmer got Labour off to bad start on Gaza, Lammy says
The deputy prime minister tells the BBC Labour's initial response to the conflict was "problematic".

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Who is Andy Burnham? Ex-Manchester mayor set to be the next prime minister
The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader following his return to Westminster.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Murder investigation launched into death of Ann Widdecombe
There was initially no suggestion of suspicious circumstances when her death was announced on Friday morning.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Disability benefit review considers alternatives to cash payments
A minister says the review is looking at whether some claimants could be pointed to other kinds of help.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Ann Widdecombe: strictly, politics and performance
Former Conservative minister turned Reform UK spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe has died aged 78.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Ann Widdecombe: Brexit-backing former minister turned Strictly star
A leading figure on the right of British politics who reinvented herself as a reality TV star.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Met police investigating Reform over election donations - reports
The investigation is looking into donations made to Reform UK by the mother of the convicted fraudster George Cottrell, according to the Times.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Clacton by-election date set for 13 August
The by-election is triggered after Nigel Farage MP stood down, but he intends to stand again.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Labour under Burnham will be faster and bolder, says minister
Lisa Nandy was speaking as 322 Labour MPs voted to back Burnham, meaning he is likely to become leader.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Ann Widdecombe: Brexit-backing, animal-loving Strictly star
A leading figure on the right of British politics who reinvented herself as a reality TV star.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Police investigating Reform donations - reports
The investigation is looking into donations made to Reform UK by the mother of the convicted fraudster George Cottrell, according to the Times.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Former Tory minister Ann Widdecombe dies at 78
Ann Widdecombe became a dominant pro-Brexit voice later in her career.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

Police investigate Reform donations, the Times reports
The investigation is looking into donations made to Reform UK by the mother of the convicted fraudster George Cottrell, according to the Times.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2026

A bin, two foxes and a mystic: the candidates fighting Clacton
The full list of candidates who have declared they intend to fight the Clacton by-election.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

Burnham set to be next PM as 322 Labour MPs back him in first nomination tally
The former mayor of Greater Manchester is unopposed in the race to replace Sir Keir Starmer.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

Burnham apologises for Labour's initial response to Gaza war
Burnham, along other with Labour figures, had called for a ceasefire by late October 2023 - putting him at odds with Sir Keir Starmer.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

Burnham on path to No 10 with Labour nominations under way
The former mayor of Greater Manchester is unopposed in the race to replace Sir Keir Starmer.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

Restore Britain leader describes Dunblane tragedy as 'one murder'
Rupert Lowe criticised the ban of handguns in the UK, saying it was "because there was a murder in Dunblane".

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

Burnham planning for No 10 for at least a year, key ally says
The former transport secretary says Burnham's time away from Westminster does not mean he is "unprepared" for government.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

Ken Skates likely to become Welsh Labour leader as party brings contest forward
Skates has been interim leader since Eluned Morgan quit in the wake of Labour's Senedd election defeat.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

Farage's by-election in Clacton officially confirmed
Reform's Lee Anderson has moved the writ in the Commons, with the by-election likely to happen on 13 August.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

What we know about Andy Burnham's policies
The former Greater Manchester mayor could find himself in Downing Street as soon as mid-July.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

Burnham on course for No 10 as Labour nominations open
The former mayor of Greater Manchester is unopposed in the race to replace Sir Keir Starmer.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2026

How a rise in ADHD benefits claims is adding to welfare spending challenge
More than 100,000 people with ADHD as their main condition receive Pip, latest figures show, an increase of 40% since Labour came to power.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

MPs seek veto over political ambassadors after Mandelson row
A Foreign Affairs Committee report said the process taken in the appointment of Lord Mandelson "was being made up as it went along".

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Starmer hints at bank holiday if England win World Cup
The prime minister says he does not want to "jinx it" but "ask me again if we get to the final".

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Met investigate donation to Jenrick's Tory leadership campaign
The former Conservative, now Reform UK, MP says the allegations are "entirely false".

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Met investigates donation to Jenrick's Tory leadership campaign
The former Conservative, now Reform UK, MP says the allegations are "entirely false".

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Andy Burnham's path to becoming prime minister
Labour MPs are about to start choosing Sir Keir Starmer's replacement after his resignation last month.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Disability benefit not fit for purpose, minister leading review says
Sir Stephen Timms says personal independence payments (Pip) in England and Wales need changing.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Burnham's last potential rival Al Carns rules out leadership bid
Carns's said a leadership contest was "not the best use of Labour's time" and "we need to get on board" with Burnham.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Will we get a bank holiday if England wins World Cup?
The BBC's Chris Mason has been travelling with the prime minister for the Nato summit and asked a few questions.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Starmer gifted gun and ammunition by Turkish president at Nato
The weapon has not been brought back to the UK and has instead been left with British officials in Turkey.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Hillsborough Law not likely until after summer
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy had suggested the bill would be in Parliament "in the coming days".

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Starmer to keep in touch with Trump after No 10
The prime minister says the US president wished him well at the meeting of Nato leaders in Turkey.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

UK to change law so ringleader of Rochdale grooming gang can be deported
The home secretary is expected to set out on Monday how she plans to amend the 1971 Immigration Act.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Chris Mason: Farage called by-election from weak position - and it could backfire on him
The Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Farage denies stunt as Reform proposes August by-election date
The Reform UK leader tells the BBC it is "only fair" that it is the electorate who judges him.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Who is Count Binface, aiming to face Farage in by-election?
After the announcement that Reform UK leader Nigel Farage would quit his Clacton constituency and stand in a by-election, the serial election candidate Count Binface posted online: "Game on, Nige."

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Questions build for DUP over further Donaldson allegations
Last month, Jeffrey Donaldson was convicted of 18 counts of sex abuse against two women when they were children.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Reform Wales leader defends Farage establishment claims
Dan Thomas has given his backing to Nigel Farage, who triggered a by-election in Clacton on Tuesday.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Conditional pardon granted for Ruth Ellis, last woman executed in UK
Ruth Ellis was hanged at London's Holloway Prison in 1955 after being convicted of murdering her lover David Blakely.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2026

Chris Mason: It's far from certain whether by-election will strengthen Farage
The Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.

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

How the leasehold revolution could transform neighbourly relations
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 07, 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 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.

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