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BBC Politics
May 20, 2024

At a glance: Infected blood inquiry's key findings
The report finds the infected blood scandal could and should have been largely avoided.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2024

GB News could face Ofcom punishment after breach
The broadcast regulator's said the network had been found in breach of due impartiality rules.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2024

Infected blood scandal victims betrayed by cover-up, inquiry says
Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C by contaminated blood products and transfusions.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2024

Infected blood victims await report into biggest ever NHS treatment disaster
Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C from 1970 to 1991 by contaminated blood products and transfusions.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2024

PM says 'day of shame for British state' after blood scandal report
An inquiry into the treatment scandal identifies a catalogue of failures by the NHS and successive governments.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2024

PM says 'day of shame' as he apologises to blood scandal victims
An inquiry concludes that thousands of people were failed repeatedly by the NHS and successive governments.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2024

Victims await report into biggest ever NHS disaster
More than 30,000 people were infected with HIV and hepatitis C in the infected blood scandal - and 3,000 have since died.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2024

What happens when councils take control of buses?
More people are using buses in Reading where they are publicly-owned - will others towns follow?

BBC Politics
May 19, 2024

FM's critics should look at themselves - minister
Critics of Vaughan Gething should ask themselves if they are crossing a line, a minister has said.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2024

Infected blood victims have waited too long - Shapps
Families have been let down over decades, says minister, ahead of a long-awaited inquiry report.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2024

'I fluffed it': Labour's Streeting caught out on party pledges
The BBC's Laura Kuenssberg finds out if her Conservative and Labour guests know their parties' policies.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2024

Families 'let down' over decades on infected blood -Shapps
Labour's Wes Streeting says "all parties" will take some "very heavy criticism" on the infected blood report.

BBC Politics
May 18, 2024

Unpaid carers being forced to repay £250m to DWP
One claimant unknowingly overpaid Carer's Allowance said the debts she incurred have brought 'considerable financial strain'.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

David Lammy rejects call to label Trump racist
The shadow foreign secretary says he will find "common cause" with the de-facto Republican presidential nominee.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

Pressure piles on Wales' FM as Plaid ends deal
Rhun ap Iorwerth says he remains "deeply concerned" by the first minister's £200,000 donation.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

Is Hunt right about a £38bn black hole?
Labour criticises a dossier released by the Conservatives that adds up how much their spending commitments would cost.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

Sunaks' wealth rises to £651m in latest rich list
Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty are richer than King Charles, according to The Sunday Times.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

Police probe Tory Senedd member's expenses claims
Laura Anne Jones is being investigated over allegations of making false expenses claims.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

MP writes to Netflix over Baby Reindeer evidence
John Nicolson wants Netflix to substantiate what it told a committee about Baby Reindeer portrayal.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

Tory peer faces ban over drunken outburst
An investigation finds Lord Kulveer Ranger called a group of women "useless" while drunk in a Commons bar.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

Hunt hints at another National Insurance tax cut
Jeremy Hunt promises further tax cuts, as he launches an attack on Labour's plans ahead of an election.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

The NHS was created by men for men, says health secretary
Maternity care has historically not been a priority in hospitals, says health secretary

BBC Politics
May 17, 2024

Junior doctors talks need time and space - Atkins
The health secretary says renewed negotiations should take place away from deadlines and social media.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Chris Mason: What the razzmatazz and promises tell you about Labour
Sir Keir Starmer has carefully crafted an image similar to previous Labour leader Sir Tony Blair.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Newscast
Starmer unveils the "first steps" Labour would take if they win the general election

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

MP writing to Netflix over Baby Reindeer evidence
John Nicolson wants Netflix to substantiate what it told a committee about Baby Reindeer portrayal.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

'Government was a sham and unprepared for Covid'
Families of those who died during the pandemic say action is needed after hearings in Belfast.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Slot machines to go cashless as debit cards allowed
The government says it will help slot venues compete - but charities warn it could increase addiction.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Greens promise action over antisemitism allegations
The party says it is working to "better educate" its representatives about "anti-Jewish racism".

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Watch: Keir Starmer explains his 'presidential look'
Sir Keir Starmer tells the BBC he's "leading from the front" as he launches six pledges at an event in Essex.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Minister broke rules on expenses, watchdog finds
The MP for Blackpool North has agreed to pay back £1,367 for use of a state-of-the-art printer.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

What is the UK's plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda?
The UK government has passed new legislation to let it send some asylum seekers to Rwanda.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Starmer sets out what Labour would do first
The Labour leader promises more teachers and more NHS appointments in major pre-election speech.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

City's likely new chief 'not a Starmer yes man'
Labour's Michael Mordey is almost certain to be the next Sunderland council leader.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Is Starmer right about a £46bn unfunded tax cut?
Keir Starmer keeps talking about the Conservatives having a £46bn hole in their finances because of the ambition to abolish National Insurance.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Gething sacks minister alleging she leaked to media
Hannah Blythyn denies Vaughan Gething's claimshe leaked pandemic-era text messages.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

NI civil service wasn't proactive on Covid - Sue Gray
Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff Sue Gray gave evidence to the UK Covid Inquiry sitting in Belfast.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Education Secretary pressed on transgender views
Speaking to BBC Radio 4, Gillian Keegan said there was a difference between trans people who had undergone gender reassignment and those who had not.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Mason: How soon would Labour deliver 40,000 NHS appointments?
The Labour leader says he is "not going to put a number on it" when asked by BBC on the speed on achieving its health commitments.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Keir Starmer sets out six election pledges
The Labour leader set out the first steps he would take if elected prime minister.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Labour to select candidate for Jeremy Corbyn's seat
Labour begins its selection process for a new candidate in Islington North to replace Jeremy Corbyn.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Keir Starmer to outline six election pledges
The Labour leader will set out the first steps he would take if elected prime minister.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2024

Scare tactics used in mayoral election - Green Party
The outgoing Green Party London Assembly member Siân Berry criticises how Sadiq Khan campaigned for mayor.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

English schools told not to teach about gender identity
Draft guidance for England ensures pupils are not exposed to disturbing content, the prime minister says.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Keir Starmer makes pre-election pitch to voters
The Labour leader will set out the first steps he would make if elected prime minister.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Junior doctors and government agree to talks
Members of the British Medical Association union have been staging walkouts for more than a year.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Court cases delayed after pressure on prison places
The measures are expected to be in place for about week in some regions in England where there is a lack of cells.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Rwanda plan expanded to include failed asylum seekers
Those who have had an asylum claim refused or withdrawn and cannot appeal could now also be deported.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Death by dangerous cycling set to become offence
Cyclists who cause deaths could face similar penalties to drivers including sentences of up to 14 years.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Ex-minister denies concealing Elphicke lobbying
Tory MP Sir Robert Buckland says Natalie Elphicke asked him to help move the date of her then-husband's trial.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

UK government planning nuclear site in Scotland - Jack
The SNP government has effectively banned new nuclear developments north of the border.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Civil servants rainbow lanyard row makes it to PMQs
Sir Keir Starmer ridicules Rishi Sunak over a Tory minister's call for a crackdown on colourful campaign lanyards.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Leaders clash on UK defence spending levels
Rishi Sunak claims Labour is refusing to back his party's plan to increase spending on defence.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Sunak challenged over release of dangerous criminals
The prime minister insists no-one deemed a threat to public safety is eligible for early release.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Starmer to Sunak: Do early releases make country safe?
Rishi Sunak is asked to "guarantee" that none of the prisoners released early are considered high risk.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

SNP calls for apology over Sunak linking Scots to Russia
Stephen Flynn criticises the PM comparing those calling for Scottish independence with Russia, Iran, and North Korea.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Starmer and Sunak clash on security and prisoner releases at PMQs
The Labour leader seeks to turn the tables on the PM on the issue of security, quizzing him on prison overcrowding.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

As it happened: Sunak and Starmer clash on prisons at PMQs
The Labour leader seeks to turn the tables on the PM on the issue of security, quizzing him on prison overcrowding.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Sunak faces Starmer at Prime Minister's Questions
The PM is up again in the Commons for his regular grilling by Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Election poll tracker: How do the parties compare?
How do people say they will vote in the UK general election? Our poll tracker measures the trends.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Court delays imposed after pressure on prison places
The measures are expected to be in place for about week in some regions in England where there is a lack of cells.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

How it went wrong for Project Sunak
His supporters hoped Rishi Sunak would breathe life back into the Conservatives. Few are convinced he has.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2024

Watch: How ‘crumbling' Parliament affects MPs' mental health
MPs talk about how working in Westminster impacts their mental health.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

UK's puffin protection laws at centre of post Brexit row
The endangered puffin - one of Britain's most iconic seabirds - is at the centre of a battle over the UK's post Brexit freedoms.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

Sensitive and fraught union talks a sign of things to come for Labour
Union leaders cleared their diary to meet with Sir Keir Starmer.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

Plan to ban sex education for children under nine in England
New guidance for schools in England is expected to be set out on Thursday.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

Hard to justify hereditary peers, says Labour
Labour could get rid of the final hereditary members of the House of Lords if it wins the general election.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

Ambassador summoned after three face spying charges
A Foreign Office spokesperson says recent behaviour by China against the UK is "not acceptable".

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

Ministers accused of cover-up on prisoners freed early
Labour points to cases where violent criminals have been released without a proper assessment of their risk.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

UK deputy PM raises Neom death with Saudi Arabia
Oliver Dowden raises allegations in a BBC report that forces were "told to kill" for futuristic city.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

I'm sorry for going to Storey funeral - O'Neill
The first minister tells the Covid Inquiry her actions "compounded the hurt" and "angered families" during the pandemic.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

New ships will help fight future wars - Shapps
The defence secretary says new ships will be more flexible and able to carry out a wide range of tasks.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

Unis will shrink without graduate visa, report says
Science degrees would be among those at risk if fewer students came to the UK, a report warns.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

Visa for overseas graduates should stay - report
Universities would lose income and cut courses if a post-study visa were axed, a report warns.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

UK wage growth still high despite unemployment rise
The jobless rate increases to the highest for nearly a year but pay continues to surpass inflation.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2024

UK unemployment rises to highest for nearly a year
The jobless rate rose to 4.3% between January and March while the number of vacancies shrank.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

Labour pledges 'iron-clad commitment' for Ukraine
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey visited Ukraine's capital Kyiv.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

MPs arrested for sex offences face Parliament ban
Proposal passes by one vote after the government had suggested the threshold should be when an MP is charged.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

Power to move rough sleepers over 'smells' dropped
The power to move people on due to "smells" will no longer be in a bill, after a backlash from MPs.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

Suspend Elphicke over lobbying claims, MP says
Labour MP Rosie Duffield says allegations she made representations to help her husband should be investigated.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

Parts of migration act 'should not apply in NI'
A court in Belfast rules the UK government's act unlawfully diminishes the rights of asylum seekers.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

PM attacks Starmer on defence as election lines drawn
Rishi Sunak said Labour would not match the Tories on defence spending but Sir Keir said the party only offered chaos.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

Watch: Labour puts country first, party second - Starmer
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer says the UK would not be less safe under a Labour government.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

Is it 'better the devil you know?' Chris Mason asks PM
People in Britain need to know there is a "secure future for them" Rishi Sunak tells the BBC's political editor.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

MP Chris Bryant treated for skin cancer in lung
Labour MP Chris Bryant has revealed he is having immunotherapy after his skin cancer returned.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

Sunak warns of 'dangerous, transformational' years in major speech
In what is being seen as an early election pitch, he says "more will change in the next five years than in the last 30".

BBC Politics
May 13, 2024

Chris Mason: Welcome to the Sunak and Starmer show
The prime minister and opposition leader are road testing their messages ahead of the general election.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2024

Universal credit claimants must seek 18 hours work
Changes to welfare rules mean universal credit claimants must look for ways to earn more than before.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2024

Sunak to promise 'bold ideas' in pre-election pitch
The PM will argue in a speech that the UK is facing some of its "most transformational" years.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2024

Zahawi confirms he paid nearly £5m for tax error
The ex-chancellor says he is sorry for not giving more details in his ministerial declaration.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2024

UK arms ban for Israel would strengthen Hamas, says Cameron
Foreign Secretary David Cameron tells the BBC the UK should focus on getting humanitarian aid into Gaza.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2024

Zahawi confirms nearly £5m paid for tax error
The ex-chancellor says he is sorry for not giving more details in his ministerial declaration.

BBC Politics
May 12, 2024

Banning UK arms sales to Israel would strengthen Hamas, Lord Cameron says
But Labour MP Jonathan Ashworth says "I do not want to see British-made weapons used" in an offensive on the city of Rafah.

BBC Politics
May 11, 2024

'Extreme' protest groups face ban under proposal
A report will recommend proscribing "extreme" groups using criminal tactics to achieve their aims.

BBC Politics
May 11, 2024

Elphicke accused of lobbying over husband's sexual assault case
The new Labour MP is accused of asking the then Justice Secretary to help move the date of the case.

BBC Politics
May 11, 2024

Kuenssberg: What could possibly go wrong for Keir Starmer? A lot, actually
Labour's leadership is bouncing - but there are plenty of potential pitfalls between Starmer and No 10.

BBC Politics
May 11, 2024

Chris Mason: Sunak, Starmer and their small boats row
The issue of people crossing the Channel is so contested, even the terminology of the topic is disputed.

BBC Politics
May 10, 2024

How foreign affairs could shape votes at home
Former, current and would-be foreign secretaries set out their pitch for Britain and the world.

BBC Politics
May 10, 2024

Ticket tax needed to help music venues, MPs say
A report recommends a levy on arena and stadium concert tickets to help struggling small venues.

BBC Politics
May 10, 2024

MPs given guide to spotting conspiracy theories
The guide - commissioned by Penny Mordaunt - warns MPs and candidates of the main conspiracies in circulation.

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