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BBC Politics
May 02, 2026

Protests may need to be stopped in some cases, PM suggests
The PM tells the BBC he is concerned about the "cumulative" effect of marches on the Jewish community.

BBC Politics
May 02, 2026

Chris Mason: PM seeks to draw contrast with critics within his party and beyond
In his interview with the Today Programme, Sir Keir Starmer addressed the whirlwind of recent events, from wars to rising antisemitism.

BBC Politics
May 02, 2026

The big issues and key flashpoints from Scotland's election campaign
BBC Scotland political editor Glenn Campbell examines what we have learned during the Holyrood election campaign.

BBC Politics
May 02, 2026

The battle to take political control of Birmingham
The number of candidates and challengers from non-traditional parties make results hard to predict.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

Whisky tariffs deal sparks political squabble over who claims credit
Party leaders quickly changed their campaign plans after Donald Trump's announcement on the tariffs deal.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

Polanski apologises for sharing post criticising police
Green Party leader sorry for sharing post condemning actions of police officers who arrested suspect in Golders Green attack.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

Kemi Badenoch use of Bloody Sunday footage 'disgusting', says MP
The footage of soldiers on Bloody Sunday appeared in a Conservative Party video opposing reforms to the Legacy Act.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

Polanski faces criticism over knife attack comments
It comes after the Green leader shared a post condemning police officers who arrested the suspect in the Golders Green attack.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

Greens pledge £15 minimum wage for all workers
The party accuses the Labour government of watering down its promises on workers' rights.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

Bin strike deal 'gets done when it gets done'
MP Jess Phillips on the 14-month bin dispute in Birmingham ahead of next week's local elections.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

Pro-Palestinian marches have been hijacked, says minister
But Alex Davies-Jones says further restrictions must be balanced against the "fundamental right" to protest.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

Labour's London squeeze exposes a fragmented British politics
London offers an insight into the dilemma Labour faces about which direction to take.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

Why Labour's London squeeze exposes a fragmented modern British politics
London offers an insight into the dilemma Labour faces about which direction to take.

BBC Politics
May 01, 2026

What are the issues in the suburb that keeps changing its mind?
Nothing is set in stone for voters in Hampton Vale, built on the site of a former brickworks.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Restore Britain party refunds crypto project's donations
A Labour MP raised concerns about the donations with the Electoral Commission.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Met chief defends knife attack officers after criticism from Zack Polanski
Sir Mark Rowley says he is "disappointed" that Green Party leader Zack Polanski shared a post condemning how police subdued the suspect.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

UK should not keep changing prime ministers, warns John Major
The former Tory PM tells the BBC political leaders are letting young people down by failing tackle long-term problems.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Has the royal state visit saved the special relationship?
BBC's Sarah Smith looks at whether King Charles' charm offensive with President Trump made a difference to US-UK relations.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Two Green Party candidates arrested over alleged antisemitic online posts
The two women remain in police custody, according to the Metropolitan Police.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

'Globalise the intifada' chant is racist, says Starmer
The prime minister said the use of the chant on marches had left Jews feeling scared and intimidated.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Met chief defends knife attack officers after Greens criticism
Sir Mark Rowley says he is "disappointed" that Green Party leader Zack Polanski shared a post condemning how police subdued the suspect.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Elections watchdog considers looking into £5m gift to Farage
Reform UK mega donor Christopher Harborne gave the money to Nigel Farage in early 2024.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

What the Renters' Rights Act means for tenants and landlords
The biggest shake up of renting rules in England for 30 years affects millions of people.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

We would end Birmingham bin strikes, says Tory leader
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch spoke to BBC Radio WM ahead of the local elections on 7 May.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Reform's deputy Welsh leader U-turns mid-interview after Farage intervention
Helen Jenner refused to call for a member to apologise over a comment before learning Nigel Farage had done so.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Bank of England says rates could rise as Iran war fuels inflation
The Bank of England voted to hold interest rates at 3.75% as it monitors the knock-on effects of the Middle East conflict.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Starmer heckled during Golders Green visit
Protesters gathered as the prime minister arrived in the north London suburb where two men were stabbed.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

'Vote Plaid Cymru' gaffe from Welsh Labour leader
Eluned Morgan accidentally told Labour members to "vote Plaid Cymru" at an event ahead of the election.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

New rules won't stop me donating, says billionaire Reform backer
Christopher Harborne tells the Telegraph he could return to the UK to get around a donations cap.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Labour first minister tells supporters to vote for Plaid Cymru in slip-up
Eluned Morgan told reporters "we're all a little bit exhausted" after making the gaffe.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

'Vote Plaid Cymru' says Welsh Labour first minister in speech slip-up
Eluned Morgan told reporters "we're all a little bit exhausted" after making the gaffe.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Bank of England hints at higher rates as Iran war fuels inflation
The Bank of England votes for no immediate change to borrowing costs as it monitors the knock-on effects of the Middle East conflict.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Interest rates held at 3.75% as uncertainty over Iran war continues
The Bank of England votes for no change to borrowing costs as policymakers monitor the knock-on effects of the Middle East conflict.

BBC Politics
Apr 30, 2026

Antisemitism 'a national security emergency', government terror adviser says
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the issue is being treated as an "absolute priority" but does not agree it constitutes a national emergency.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

Interest rates expected to be held as uncertainty over Iran war continues
Future base rate changes are hard to predict as analysts judge the economic impact of the Iran war.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

We can't abolish leasehold overnight, minister says
Matthew Pennycook rejects criticism the government is dragging its feet on leasehold reform.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

Man offered Ukrainians money to carry out Starmer arson attacks, court hears
The three men are accused of targeting north London properties linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

Hereditary peers' last hurrah as 700-year-old system abolished
It comes after legislation to remove their right to sit in the upper chamber passed last month.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

We can't abolish leasehold outright, minister says
Matthew Pennycook rejects criticism the government is dragging its feet on leasehold reform.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

Nigel Farage on rooting out racist behaviour in Reform UK
The Reform UK leader responds to accusations that some members of Reform UK are displaying "racist behaviour".

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

PM defends record as Badenoch says he squandered election win
The prime minister and Conservative leader argue over welfare and defence spending ahead of May elections.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

Nigel Farage claims Reform UK 'forced' bin strike news
The Reform UK leader appears on BBC local radio ahead of the elections on 7 May.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

Will King's US visit lead to lasting reset in relations with UK?
As applause fades and banquet plates are cleared, it's up to politicians to build on Charles's historic trip.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

Farage received £5m from donor before he became MP
The Reform leader says the gift was for his personal security - but opponents say he should have declared it.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

Why young people are worried about going to uni
Sam Jones asked Wales' six biggest parties what they planned to do to help support young people.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 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 29, 2026

Hampshire: local elections explained in 60 seconds
BBC South's Ellie Cleverley has 60 seconds to explain what the local elections are and how you can vote.

BBC Politics
Apr 29, 2026

MP rejects rumour he could stand aside for Burnham
Bootle MP Peter Dowd said speculation he could create an opening for the mayor was "tittle tattle".

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Reform is not racist, Welsh leader says in heated election debate
Wales' big six parties clashed in the TV debate less than two weeks before the Senedd election.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Reform challenges other parties to cost their policies in heated Welsh election debate
Parties clash in heated TV debate less than two weeks before voters decide the new Welsh Parliament.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Starmer sees off inquiry call - but he doesn't escape unscathed
No 10 has expended considerable political capital in keeping Labour MPs onside over the Mandelson vetting row.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Reform's Scottish leader says he owns six houses, six boats and five cars
Malcolm Offord was criticised as "entitled" during an STV leaders debate ahead of next week's election.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

PM won't face inquiry over claims he misled MPs on Mandelson vetting
A Conservative-led motion sought to have the prime minister's remarks assessed by Privileges Committee.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Find out how your MP voted on Mandelson vetting inquiry
Check whether your MP voted for or against a parliamentary investigation into whether the PM misled the Commons.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

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

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

More migrants making false domestic abuse claims, minister tells MPs
Jess Phillips says the Home Office could do more to weed out false claims, following a BBC News investigation.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

America's special relationship 'probably Israel', says UK ambassador to US
The remarks, made in February and first reported by the Financial Times, came to light during the King's state visit.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

'Reform's council tax rises will be lower than other parties' - Farage
Nigel Farage pledged Reform UK would ensure council tax rises would be lower in councils run by his party than in those controlled by any other parties.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Ed Davey sceptical about timing of bin strike news
The Liberal Democrats leader appears on BBC local radio ahead of the elections on 7 May.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Key points as MPs question ex-senior aide about Mandelson appointment
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

Watch: PM's ex-top aide on Mandelson revelations
Key moments as Morgan McSweeney gives evidence to MPs about Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Watch: PM's ex-top aide questioned on Mandelson appointment
Key moments as Morgan McSweeney gives evidence to MPs about Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

I made 'serious mistake' advising Starmer to appoint Mandelson, PM's ex-top adviser says
Morgan McSweeney says the peer did not give the "full truth" about his relationship with Epstein.

BBC Politics
Apr 28, 2026

Birmingham bins announcement is 'cynical' says Green Party leader
Zack Polanski speaks to BBC Radio WM ahead of the local elections on 7 May.

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

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 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.

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