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BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Police review misconduct claims after files suggest Mandelson sent government information to Epstein
The peer is accused of passing sensitive information to the convicted sex offender while he was business secretary.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Police assess reports of alleged misconduct after Mandelson emails published
The peer is accused of passing on sensitive government information to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Mandelson revelations raise further questions about Starmer's judgement
Historical revelations about Lord Mandelson would have been unlikely to have risked political damage to the prime minister directly.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Peter Mandelson: Rise and fall of Labour's political fixer
For 40 years the wily operator made himself indispensable to successive Labour leaders - but has also caused them headaches.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Can a Reform leader in Wales share the spotlight with Farage?
Questions on who will call the shots remain unanswered, as Reform prepares to announce who will lead the party in Wales.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Resident doctors vote in favour of more strike action
Members of the British Medical Association have backed more walkouts in the dispute over pay and jobs in England.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Who is Peter Mandelson?
Sir Keir Starmer believes Peter Mandelson should not be a member of the House of Lords over his links to the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Siddiq given second Bangladesh jail sentence as Labour criticises process
The former minister and Labour MP has been sentenced to four years in prison for corruption charges by a court in Bangladesh, in a process Labour says it cannot recognise.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Starmer believes Mandelson 'should not be member of Lords'
He has ordered an "urgent" investigation into Lord Mandelson's contact with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein while the peer was a minister.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Faisal Islam: Mandelson, Darling and the conversation I can't forget
The Epstein files appear to give extraordinary context to a call between the former chancellor and JP Morgan's boss.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

MP arrested over more alleged sexual offences
Dan Norris is under investigation for multiple rapes, sexual assault and upskirting.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

MP re-arrested over alleged rape and sex offences
Dan Norris is under investigation for multiple rapes, sexual assault and upskirting.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Drone incidents near UK military bases double year-on-year
British troops will get extra powers to shoot down drones near military bases, the UK government says.

BBC Politics
Feb 02, 2026

Workers Party of Britain not contesting by-election
The party, led by George Galloway, says it will not choose a candidate for the Gorton and Denton seat.

BBC Politics
Feb 01, 2026

Lord Mandelson resigns from Labour Party over Epstein links
The former cabinet minister says he does not want to "cause further embarrassment" by his links to the late convicted paedophile.

BBC Politics
Feb 01, 2026

Confirmed Gorton and Denton by-election candidates
Who is standing in the Greater Manchester constituency of Gorton and Denton?

BBC Politics
Feb 01, 2026

Charlotte Cadden chosen as Tory by-election candidate
The ex-detective says she wants "a proper inquiry on grooming gangs" and "to get rid of carbon tax".

BBC Politics
Feb 01, 2026

'I've never taken drugs or drunk alcohol,' says Polanski
The Green Party leader reiterates his backing for "legalising and regulating" drugs.

BBC Politics
Feb 01, 2026

Drugs policy approach needs to change, Polanski says
The Green Party leader of England and Wales says there needs to be a "public health approach" as he reiterates his backing for the legalisation of drugs.

BBC Politics
Feb 01, 2026

Epstein sent $75,000 to accounts linked to Mandelson, files suggest
Lord Mandelson says he has no record or recollection of receiving the sums and does not know if the documents are authentic.

BBC Politics
Jan 31, 2026

Andrew should testify to US Congress, Starmer suggests after new photos
Sir Keir Starmer suggests Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor should testify over his dealings with the convicted sex offender.

BBC Politics
Jan 31, 2026

Labour peer and ex-FA chairman Lord Triesman dies aged 82
He joined Tony Blair's government in 2004, holding prominent roles in politics until his death.

BBC Politics
Jan 31, 2026

Why was PM Keir Starmer in Japan?
Sir Keir Starmer attended talks in Tokyo, saying the relationship between the countries was the "strongest" it has been "in decades".

BBC Politics
Jan 31, 2026

Labour peer and former FA chairman Lord Triesman dies aged 82
He joined Tony Blair's government in 2004, holding prominent roles in politics until his death.

BBC Politics
Jan 31, 2026

Student loan system 'fair and reasonable', says Reeves
The chancellor's defence comes after Martin Lewis called her freeze on student loans "not a moral thing".

BBC Politics
Jan 31, 2026

Starmer invites Japan PM to UK after Tokyo talks
Sir Keir and Sanae Takaichi discussed ways to strengthen ties between their two nations during the meeting, at the end of the UK prime minister's trip to East Asia.

BBC Politics
Jan 31, 2026

Labour pick Angeliki Stogia for Gorton by-election
The councillor was chosen after Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham was blocked from standing.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Labubu to open seven UK shops, after PM's China visit
The furry dolls have a signature spiky-toothed grin and became a viral purchase last summer.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Seven UK Labubu shops to open, after PM's China visit
The furry dolls have a signature spiky-toothed grin and became a viral purchase last summer.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Chris Mason: What Starmer's China reset tells us about his foreign policy
The prime minister has set out his vision - and now begun to match it with actions and overseas visits.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Epstein sent £10,000 to Mandelson's partner, released emails show
The emails were published by the US Department of Justice as part of a release running to three million pages.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Labour peer who had sanctions lifted by China says it's 'meagre return' for UK
She says raising the case of campaigner Jimmy Lai is more important than lifting sanctions against her.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Americast
The president kicks off the Republican election campaign in Iowa

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Lobbyists' trade body calls for urgent reform after Jim Murphy 'errors'
It comes after the BBC uncovered details of a firm owned by the ex-Labour minister offering access to officials for money.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Trump tells Iran to drop nuclear aims and stop killing protesters to avoid military action
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says armed forces had "fingers on the trigger" to respond to any US strike.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Kemi Badenoch denies sacked Tory's claim party doesn't allow free speech
The Conservative leader was responding to a claim made by an ex-member sacked for speaking to Reform.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

China lifts sanctions on MPs and peers, as Starmer says he hopes Xi will visit UK
The prime minister says lifting of travel ban on six MPs and peers vindicates his approach to China, amid criticism.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Government has duty to help pass assisted dying bill, says Leadbeater
Supporters of the proposals are urging Keir Starmer to intervene, as opponents warn against forcing the bill through.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Ex-Reform councillors join Advance UK party
Two Devon County Council members who previously quit Reform UK join a new political party.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Chinese whisky tariff cut to come into force on Monday
Import taxes on Scotch whisky will be halved from 10% to 5% - a deal the UK government said would be worth £250m to the UK's economy.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Social Democratic Party names by-election candidate
Sebastian Moore, the SDP's north west chair, is the party's choice for the Gorton and Denton by-election.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

China has lifted sanctions on six British MPs and peers, Starmer says
The prime minister says a travel ban and other restrictions "no longer apply" to six current parliamentarians.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Greens name Gorton and Denton by-election pick
The Green Party's leader on Trafford Council has also worked as a plumber since she was 16.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Scotland's first deputy first minister Lord Wallace dies, aged 71
The former Scottish Liberal Democrat leader was undergoing a procedure at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Lib Dems name Gorton and Denton by-election choice
Local activist Jackie Pearcey is the Liberal Democrats' candidate for the Greater Manchester seat.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Healthcare, visas and whisky: What did UK and China get from Starmer's visit?
Sir Keir Starmer's visit to China brought agreements on visas, services, healthcare, green tech and finance.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

What did UK and China get out of Starmer's reset visit?
Sir Keir Starmer's visit to China brought agreements on visas, services, healthcare, green tech and finance.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Trump says 'very dangerous' for UK to do business with China as Starmer lands in Shanghai
Sir Keir says "the UK has got a huge amount to offer" as he visits China to reset relations.

BBC Politics
Jan 30, 2026

Protest council by-elections branded a 'waste of money'
Norfolk County Council's leader speaks out after four members announce plans to quit their seats.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Scotland's first deputy first minister Lord Jim Wallace dies, aged 71
The former Scottish Liberal Democrat leader was undergoing a procedure at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Millions to get £150 off energy bills for further five years
The government has confirmed the discount for six million low-income households will continue for the rest of the decade.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Reform withdraws support for candidate over posts
A council by-election candidate resigns from the party over "racist, antisemitic, xenophobic" posts.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Thirty English councils to delay elections, minister confirms
A major shake-up of local government is underway and postponing ballots is intended to help deliver that reorganisation.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Labour scales back new energy efficiency targets for social homes
It comes after councils and housing associations warned about the cost to implement new stricter standards.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Ex-Labour MP's lobbying firm offered photo with minister and VIP dinner for £30k
Jim Murphy's company Arden Strategies apologises for "errors" in promotional material for tech event.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Tice's 'suck it up' message reignites Reform scandal
An image of Reform UK's deputy leader is said to jokingly reference a former controversy for the party.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

'Damning' evidence of political pressure to open scandal-hit hospital - Sarwar
The Scottish Labour leader says documents prove ministers pushed for the country's largest hospital to open early.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

What's happening with the assisted dying bill?
It's more than a year since MPs first backed the proposed legislation but it still needs to be approved by peers.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Government u-turn over council election
Pendle Borough Council will now be allowed to postpone May's local elections.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Essex county election going ahead - minister
Government minister Steve Reed writes to Essex County Council saying their election will take place.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Council leader resigns after election postponement
The leader and his Labour cabinet majority twice approved decisions opposed by most councillors.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Ministers reject Waspi calls for compensation after rethink
Women hit by changes to the state pension age say the decision shows "utter contempt" for their situation.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Police make fifth arrest over arson attacks on properties linked to PM
Three men, already charged in connection with attacks on two properties and car, are due to stand trial in April.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Chris Mason: Inside China's Great Hall of the People
Chris Mason explains why the prime minister is there, and what he hopes to achieve.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

China to relax travel rules for British visitors, UK says
It comes as Sir Keir Starmer visits Beijing - the first UK prime minister to do so in eight years.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Labour blocking my MP bid was hard to take, says Burnham
The Greater Manchester mayor said he would be campaigning in support of Labour in Gorton and Denton.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Emergency loans offered to civil servants waiting on pensions
Cabinet Office Minister Nick Thomas-Symonds says the waits faced by retired civil servants are unacceptable.

BBC Politics
Jan 29, 2026

Starmer says 'good progress' on tariffs and visa-free travel in China talks
The PM says he also raised the jailing of pro-democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai in his meeting with President Xi.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Keep suspended pupils in school, ministers say
Changes to England's school system say on-site suspensions should be used for non-violent behaviour.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Assisted dying bill 'no hope' of passing unless Lords change approach, warns peer
Lord Falconer said the bill has "absolutely no hope" of passing without a "fundamental change" in approach.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

High-rise rules relaxed after internet rollout warning
Industry bodies say post-Grenfell safety regulations are frustrating broadband upgrades in tall buildings.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Hereditary peer banned from House of Lords
The Earl of Shrewsbury broke rules on claiming travel expenses, a conduct committee finds.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

First minister's 'car crash interview' highlights old Labour divisions
The relationship between UK and Welsh Labour is under the microscope after Eluned Morgan failed to back the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Starmer vows to push ahead with cuts to jury trials despite backlash
The prime minister says he made a promise to crime victims that he would tackle court delays.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Chagos discussions with US continue, says Starmer
The prime minister says he has discussed the deal with Donald Trump, but there are concerns in Whitehall the US could withdraw support for the agreement.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

China trip will bring benefits to UK, Starmer insists, ahead of Xi meeting
The prime minister seeks to strengthen ties with China but faces fierce criticism from opponents at home.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

WhatsApp group councillors breached standards
A report finds Labour councillors in Tameside's Denton wards breached code of conduct.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

First Minister refuses to answer questions over devolved policing
First Minister Eluned Morgan responds to questions from BBC Wales political editor Gareth Lewis.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Badenoch apologises for Braverman mental health claim
But she branded defectors from the Conservative party "drama queens", saying people who did not agree with the direction she was taking the party "need to get out the way".

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

China trip will bring benefits to UK, Starmer insists, as he lands in Beijing
The prime minister seeks to strengthen ties with China but faces fierce criticism from opponents at home.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger
Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Wales' first minister refuses to support Keir Starmer
Eluned Morgan repeatedly refused to say if the prime minister is good at his job in a BBC interview.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Chris Mason reports from the tarmac in Beijing
Keir Starmer has arrived in China for a three-day visit - the first time a UK prime minister has visited the country since 2018

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Rwanda seeks £100m from UK over axed asylum deal
The African nation argues it is owed payments but the Home Office says it will fight the case.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Starmer speaks to Burnham after by-election row
Sir Keir rejects claims that Andy Burnham was told in advance he would not be accepted as a by-election candidate.

BBC Politics
Jan 28, 2026

Will Suella Braverman's defection prompt a by-election?
Suella Braverman has defected to Reform UK from the Conservatives - but what does that mean for her constituents?

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Starmer says 'China matters' as he heads to Beijing with business leaders
Sir Keir Starmer is the first British prime minister to travel to Beijing since Theresa May in 2018.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Prime minister flies to China for three-day visit
Sir Keir Starmer is the first British prime minister to travel to Beijing since Theresa May in 2018.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Workers Party of Britain pick by-election candidate
Shahbaz Sarwar currently represents the party on Manchester City Council.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Workers Party of Britain to choose from four candidates for by-election
Party leader George Galloway and councillor Shahbaz Sarwar are among those being considered.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Senedd approves Welsh budget after Plaid Cymru deal
Labour secures spending plans after Plaid signed deal in return for more cash for some key services.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Plaid MP broke rules inadvertently, says watchdog
Liz Saville Roberts failed to register donations to a cross-party group she chairs within 28 days.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

UK wants to use oil from shadow fleet to fund Ukraine war effort
Defence Secretary John Healey says the UK is working with allies on plans to seize sanctions-busting Russian vessels.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Shabana Mahmood: The abuse I receive is outweighed by kindness
The Home Secretary talks to Matt Chorley on his radio show.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Track UK's latest migration numbers - including asylum, visas and small boats
Use our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

UK has removed 281 migrants under France deal, minister says
The home secretary says there are "practical issues" around how quickly people can be detained.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Watch: Protesters object to scrapped election
Reform UK supporters waved placards and called for the elections to be reinstated.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Ex-Lib Dem MP 'distressed' by Mail publisher's 'unlawful' acts, court hears
Sir Simon Hughes is among seven high-profile figures bringing claims of unlawful information gathering against Associated Newspapers.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

GB News presenter unveiled as Reform by-election candidate
The Greater Manchester seat of Gorton and Denton became vacant after Andrew Gwynne stepped down for health reasons.

BBC Politics
Jan 27, 2026

Pubs given support package after business rates backlash
Treasury Minister Dan Tomlinson says the three-year aid is worth £1,650 for the average pub.

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