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BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2025

Electric cars will be cheaper to buy, pledges minister
The Transport Secretary says she will announce measures to cut the cost of buying an electric car.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2025

UK pledges to make electric cars cheaper to buy
The Transport Secretary says she will announce measures to cut the cost of buying an electric car.

BBC Politics
Jul 13, 2025

More rules being considered to keep children safe online
Heidi Alexander says new age checks will not mark the "end of the conversation" on online safety.

BBC Politics
Jul 12, 2025

Health secretary and BMA to meet in bid to avoid strikes
The meeting with Wes Streeting will take place next week, the BBC understands.

BBC Politics
Jul 12, 2025

Labour not defending workers, says Unite after Rayner row
The union could consider its future relationship with the party, General Secretary Sharon Graham says.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Rayner in deepening row with union over bin strikes
Unite announced earlier it had suspended her membership over the long-running dispute in Birmingham.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

MP Rupert Lowe cleared by standards watchdog
The standards commissioner says he is satisfied the former Reform MP did not break rules on declaring donations.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Ex-MP faces two-year wait for betting offences trial
He is one of 15 people accused of cheating by gambling on the date of the 2024 general election.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Ban on ticketless football fans set to become law
Fans who force their way into matches will also face a criminal record and a fine of up to £1,000.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Unite votes to suspend Rayner's membership over bin strikes
The union says it is re-examining its relationship with Labour over the long-running dispute.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Government code aims to stop unfair parking charges
The government wants to stop people being "unfairly penalised" by private car park operators.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Ex-Reform MP investigated by standards commissioner
The business interests of former Reform MP James McMurdock are at the centre of the investigation.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Reeves disappointed after economy unexpectedly shrinks
The economy contracted in May for the second month in a row, adding to pressure on the chancellor.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

MP Rupert Lowe investigated by standards watchdog
Lowe has yet to declare the £600,000 he raised to fund an inquiry into gang-based sexual exploitation.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Plans for cash Isa changes on hold after backlash
There had been reports in recent weeks that the chancellor was going to cut the £20,000 limit.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

UK-France migrant deal 'robust' against legal challenges, Cooper says
The home secretary says the government will resist any attempts to block the deal agreed with France this week.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Never seen that lady in my life, pupils say of FM
There are calls for a stronger focus on politics as pupils fail to recognise politicians.

BBC Politics
Jul 11, 2025

Starmer and Macron plead for patience in an impatient world
The UK and France have agreed a "one in, one out" deal for migrants crossing the Channel.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Is there a secret formula for election-winning slogans?
Political strategist Chris Bruni-Lowe claims in a new book that eight words hold the key to electoral success.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Reporter Reads
A political strategist says there are eight words that resonate with all voters.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

UK to return some migrants to France within weeks, PM says
The PM says the "one in, one out" deal with France would prove trying to get to the UK via the Channel would be "in vain".

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Councillor calls man-made global warming a 'hoax'
The comment came from Nottinghamshire County Council's cabinet member for transport and environment.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

'One in, one out' sounds simple - but the migrant deal could be complicated
Details aside, the agreement is likely to encounter legal, political and practical obstacles.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

UK to return some migrants to France within weeks - PM
The PM says the "one in, one out" deal with France would prove trying to get to the UK via the Channel would be "in vain".

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Starmer & Macron Clinch Migrant Deal
Starmer says 'one in, one out' migrant deal with France will begin within weeks

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Investigation into bans for Grenfell firms paused
Campaigners call the further delays "incompetence or outright indifference" following the news.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

It's too easy to claim benefits in UK, Badenoch says
Conservative leader tells the BBC there needs to be a "crack down on people exploiting the system".

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Macron jokes about Larry the cat with Starmer and Reeves
Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron joked about Larry the cat, ahead of talks to finalise a plan on tackling migrants crossing the Channel on small boats.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Open up places with air-con to help in heatwave, say Lib Dems
Buildings like gyms, leisure centres and libraries allow the public in to help them cope with soaring temperatures, the party says

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

UK faces rising and unpredictable threat from Iran, report warns
A wide-ranging report by an intelligence committee has set out the risks Iran poses to the UK.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Plan for electricity bills based on region dropped
Zonal pricing supporters say the proposal would have meant lower bills, but critics say it could have scared off investment.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

MP takes break from Parliament due to illness
Labour MP Michael Payne says he is "under strict instructions" to rest.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Migrant deal will be seen as failure if numbers don't fall
The "one-in-one-out" deal with France to be announced later will have to deter people from getting in small boats.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Chris Mason: Migrant deal will be seen as failure if numbers don't fall
The "one-in-one-out" deal with France to be announced later will have to deter people from getting in small boats.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Reform leader says council first to scrap net zero
The Reform UK-led authority wants a "refocus and revision" of its climate change targets.

BBC Politics
Jul 10, 2025

Chris Mason: Reform's momentum is making the political weather
Nigel Farage's party has seen four recent defections from the Tories, with Labour reshaping its approach in response

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2025

Ban some foreigners from sickness benefits, Tories urge
Leader Kemi Badenoch will set out her plans to restrict welfare payments in a speech on Thursday.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2025

Ex-Tory chairman Jake Berry defects to Reform UK
Earlier this week David Jones, the ex-Conservative Welsh secretary, also joined Nigel Farage's party.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2025

Government's watered-down benefits bill clears Commons
The legislation, which implements some cuts to universal credit, could become law in one month.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2025

Bin lorry drivers face axe as strike talks fail
Birmingham City Council withdraws from talks with union bosses saying they have "run out of time".

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2025

Police preparing for Donald Trump to visit Scotland
The US President is expected to visit his new golf course in Aberdeenshire when it opens later this month.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2025

Bin strike talks break down as council quits
Birmingham City Council withdraws from talks with union bosses say they have "run out of time".

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2025

UK must refuse to take male small boat migrants - Farage
Downing Street is hoping to finalise a deal with the French President this week to tackle small boat crossings

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2025

Starmer refuses to rule out freeze on tax thresholds
The freeze means people risk being dragged into a higher tax band if they get a pay rise.

BBC Politics
Jul 09, 2025

Action urged to halt exodus of firms leaving UK
The boss of the CBI says he would support cutting the allowance on cash ISAs to encourage more people to invest in shares.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Jury-free trials recommended to save courts from 'collapse'
A senior judge recommends a shake-up of the system, but some barristers argue juries are essential for fair justice.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

France and UK to stop small boats together - Macron
Improving border enforcement is a key point of discussion during Emmanuel Macron's state visit to the UK.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

MP will not return to Reform after Covid loan claims
James McMurdock says he will continue his career as an independent, after taking "specialist legal advice".

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Former PM Rishi Sunak takes job at Goldman Sachs
Sunak will take up the part-time role while remaining Conservative MP for Richmond and Northallerton.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Ministers ditch pet insurance rules for renters
Landlords will no longer be allowed to require tenants with pets to take out special insurance.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Stats boss quits as minister says new leadership needed
Sir Robert Chote quits as head of UK Statistics Authority, the body responsible for overseeing the Office for National Statistics.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Post Office scandal had 'disastrous' impact on victims
The scandal may have led to 13 suicides, the report says, as it criticises the "formidable difficulties" for victims getting compensation.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

PM making progress with France on small boats, says No 10
Tackling small boat crossings is a key point of discussion during Emmanuel Macron's state visit to the UK.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

UK's pension triple lock to cost three times more
The official forecaster warns public finances are in a "relatively vulnerable position" due U-turns.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

What happens inside the government's crisis room
Cobra is where senior ministers and officials gather to coordinate the emergency response to a crisis.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Chris Mason: What happens inside the government's crisis room
Cobra is where senior ministers and officials gather to coordinate the emergency response to a crisis.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

French president greeted by King Charles as state visit begins
Emmanuel Macron arrives for a three-day trip and is expected to address Parliament later.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

UK's pension triple lock to cost three times' higher
The official forecaster warns public finances are in a "relatively vulnerable position" due U-turns.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Resident doctors vote to strike in England
The doctors' union says it will seek fresh talks with ministers before setting strike days.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Norman Tebbit, key Thatcher ally, dies aged 94
The Conservative politician served in ministerial jobs throughout the 1980s.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Children living in 'Dickensian' poverty, commissioner warns
Children's Commissioner for England Dame Rachel de Souza says one told her "in the night rats came and bit his face".

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Former cabinet minister Norman Tebbit dies aged 94
The Conservative politician served in ministerial jobs throughout the 1980s.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Norman Tebbit: Outspoken hero of the Conservative political right
Norman Tebbit's radical views on self-help kept him at the cutting edge of Conservative politics.

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Children living in 'Dickensian' poverty, says commissioner
Children's commissioner for England Dame Rachel de Souza says one child told her "in the night rats came and bit his face".

BBC Politics
Jul 08, 2025

Non-disclosure agreements gagging workers to be banned
The government plans to change the law to void confidentiality agreements that silence staff.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2025

Drugs smuggling 'destabilising' prisons, watchdog says
Prisons inspector's report finds bored inmates and staffing issues are exacerbating demand inside.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2025

King says France and UK face 'complex threats'
Emmanuel Macron arrives for a three-day trip and is expected to address Parliament later.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2025

Postmasters await compensation report, but findings on blame months away
The first part of the final report into the Post Office IT scandal is due to be published at midday.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2025

Post Office report set to lay bare human impact of IT scandal
Inquiry chair Sir Wyn Williams to release the first part of a report which will also examine compensation.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2025

MPs could vote on Premier League free-to-air plan
The Liberal Democrats table an amendment to the Football Governance Bill that proposes showing at least 10 Premier League a season on free-to-air television.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2025

Workplace misconduct and discrimination NDAs to be banned
There has been concern that non-disclosure agreements have been used to silence those in workplaces suffering harassment.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2025

Emergency alert to be sent to smartphones in UK test
A test message will be sent to smartphones on 7 September, after a previous test revealed technical issues.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2025

Emergency alerts to be sent to UK smartphones
A test message will be sent to smartphones on 7 September, after a previous test revealed technical issues.

BBC Politics
Jul 07, 2025

Former Tory cabinet minister Jones joins Reform UK
Ex-Welsh secretary David Jones becomes the third former Tory to join Nigel Farage's party in the last two weeks.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2025

Government urged to keep education plans for children with special needs
Campaigners warn thousands of children could lose access to education if the plans are abolished.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2025

Bereavement leave to be extended to miscarriages before 24 weeks
Parents who experience pregnancy loss at any stage will be entitled to leave from work under planned changes.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2025

Nursery teachers to get £4,500 to work in disadvantaged areas
A new scheme will see early years teachers offered a financial incentive to work in areas with highest needs.

BBC Politics
Jul 06, 2025

Welfare U-turn makes spending decisions harder, minister says
Bridget Phillipson does not not commit to scrapping the two-child benefit cap, saying it will "come at a cost".

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2025

Family hubs to open in every council in England
Government says £500m plan aims to support an extra half a million more children.

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2025

Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out - voters reflect on a year in power
What's gone wrong for Labour? 2024 voters delve into it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2025

Reform MP loses whip after business Covid loan claims
He has made the decision amid allegations of business propriety during the pandemic.

BBC Politics
Jul 05, 2025

Reform MP gives up whip over business allegations, party says
He has made the decision amid allegations of business propriety during the pandemic.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Palestine Action banned after judge denies temporary block
A High Court judge refused the group's request to temporarily block the government from proscribing it as a terror group.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Mutilated pets import ban bill passes to Lords
The bill, proposed by Winchester MP Danny Chambers, is supported by the government.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Corbyn's new party - is it happening and could it damage Labour?
Backers say there is a wide-open space to Labour's left - and millions of disillusioned voters to be won.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Palestine Action to be banned after judge denies temporary block
A High Court judge refused its request to temporarily block the government from proscribing it as a terror group.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Backlash as Reform claims trans books removed from children's library section
KCC says the move came after a "concerned member of the public" contacted them.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Payout offered to Afghans hit by UK data breaches
Afghans whose personal information was mistakenly exposed by the Ministry of Defence to get up to £4,000 each.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Trans books removed from children's library section, Reform council says
KCC says the move came after a "concerned member of the public" contacted them.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Discussions ongoing about new party, says Corbyn
It comes after ex-Labour MP Zarah Sultana said she was quitting the party to co-lead a new party with Corbyn.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Minister tells Turing AI institute to focus on defence
Peter Kyle says the Alan Turing Institute should prioritise boosting the UK's AI capabilities.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Trans books banned in children's library sections
KCC says the move came after a "concerned member of the public" contacted them.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Home Office 'not checking' when foreign worker visas expire
The cross-party committee says the government has failed to gather "basic information".

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Nick Robinson: Starmer told me he'd met every challenge. But things look bad right now - very bad
Nick Robinson sits down with the prime minister to look back at his first year in Downing Street.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Watch: PM talks about his 'good personal relationship' with Trump
Watch: PM talks about his 'good personal relationship' with Trump

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Mutilated pets import ban bill set to become law
The bill, proposed by Winchester MP Danny Chambers, is supported by the government.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

Farmer backs change to policing rural dog attacks
A farmer welcomes a new bill which aims to update the current laws on livestock attacks.

BBC Politics
Jul 04, 2025

I understand what Trump cares about, says Starmer
The prime minister says he found common ground with President Trump as both "really care about family".

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2025

Home Office unaware if foreign workers leave after visas end, MPs say
The cross-party committee says the government has failed to gather "basic information".

BBC Politics
Jul 03, 2025

A year in power - BBC correspondents assess how Labour are doing
With the economy, immigration, education, welfare and health high on the agenda, has Sir Keir Starmer's top team met their pledges?

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