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BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Sue Gray questions class-based civil service internship scheme
The PM's former chief of staff says she "learned a lot from being around people from different walks of life" in the civil service.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Sue Gray questions class-based civil service scheme
The PM's former chief of staff says she "learned a lot from being around people from different walks of life" in the civil service.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

'No chaos' in Reform-run councils, deputy says
Richard Tice says there is no chaos and much success despite two Reform UK councillors quitting.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Government unable to calculate Afghan data breach cost, watchdog says
The National Audit Office says it has not been given enough information to have "confidence" a relocation scheme cost £850m.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Chris Mason: How Polanski's Green leadership could impact UK politics
Zack Polanski's landslide victory is the latest example of a shake up in the country's politics.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Clegg accuses Vance of 'hypocrisy' over free speech criticism
Many senior right-wing US figures attack UK free speech laws while "intimidating and bullying" critics, Sir Nick says.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Reform boss denies press ban applied to councillors
Mick Barton banned the Nottingham Post over a disagreement about a story about local government reorganisation.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Councillor elected Green Party joint deputy leader
Following the vote, Mothin Ali will balance his Leeds City Council role with the national position.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Five things to know about Green Party's new leader Zack Polanski
Five things to know about new Green leader Zack Polanski

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Fracking in Lancashire not ruled out, Reform says
"Safely, independently monitored" shale gas extraction "should be looked at", says Richard Tice.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Ex-actor Zack Polanski's unusual path to become Green Party's new leader
Zack Polanski has stormed to victory on a platform promising bold communication and "eco-populism".

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

UK borrowing costs hit 27-year high adding to pressure on Reeves
The interest rate on UK 30-year bonds hits the highest since 1998 as concerns over the economic outlook continue.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

New Green leader Polanski vows to 'replace' Starmer's Labour
The London Assembly member beat Green MPs Adrian Ramsay and Ellie Chowns by a landslide.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Zack Polanski elected leader of the Green Party
London Assembly member Zack Polanski beats Green MPs Adrian Ramsay and Ellie Chowns, who ran as joint candidates.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

International students warned not to overstay visas
The Home Office is proactively contacting foreign students to warn them of the consequences of overstaying a visa for the first time.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Migration: How many people come to work and study in the UK?
The number of visas issued to people wanting to work, study or join family members in the UK has fallen.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Foreign students warned not to overstay visas
The Home Office is proactively contacting foreign students to warn them of the consequences of overstaying a visa for the first time.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Chris Mason: Starmer faces pressure to deliver as he tries to strike contrast with Reform
The prime minister is frustrated he hasn't been able to deliver more change up to now.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Police assess Reform councillor ice cream allegation
Leicestershire Police confirmed it received a report about an ice cream van outside a polling station.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

International students warned to not overstay visas
The Home Office is proactively contacting foreign students to warn them of the consequences of overstaying a visa for the first time.

BBC Politics
Sep 02, 2025

Government warns students to leave UK after visas end
The Home Office is proactively contacting students to warn them of the consequences of overstaying a visa for the first time.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

'Parliament building inaccessible to me,' MP says
Marie Tidball MP was born with a congenital disability and wants Parliament to be more accessible.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

Justice secretary to get power to veto sentencing guidance
Shabana Mahmood has introduced a requirement for any new rules to be approved by her.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

Lammy 'outraged' by Israel restricting aid into Gaza
The Foreign Secretary pledged £15m more for Gazans through a UK charity and branch of the WHO.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

UK suspends refugee family reunion applications
Yvette Cooper outlines her plans as MPs return to Parliament after a summer of protests at asylum hotels.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

Starmer backs Rayner over Hove flat row
The PM says he is "proud" of his deputy as criticism over how much tax she paid on a flat purchase continues.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

Scandal-hit ex-MP dies suddenly in London flat at 59
David Warburton was an MP from 2015 to 2023 - he resigned after admitting taking cocaine.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

Jones gets new role as Starmer revamps No 10 team
Jones, who has been deputy to Rachel Reeves at the Treasury, becomes chief secretary to the Prime Minister.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

I chose my Caesarean date to be eligible for 30 hours of funded childcare
Working parents are now able to access 30 hours of childcare per week, paid for by the government.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

Why Starmer wants No 10 rejig after a year in power
The PM's revamp aims to build clearer structures and bolster economic expertise ahead of the Budget.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

I chose my Caesarean date to be eligible for earlier childcare funding
Working parents are now able to access 30 hours of childcare per week, paid for by the government.

BBC Politics
Sep 01, 2025

UK to tighten family member rules for asylum cases
Yvette Cooper will outline her plans when MPs return to Parliament after the summer break.

BBC Politics
Aug 31, 2025

Family reunion rules to be tightened in asylum cases
Yvette Cooper will outline her plans when MPs return to Parliament after the summer break.

BBC Politics
Aug 31, 2025

More parents to get childcare funding as nurseries struggle with demand
Working parents are now able to access 30 hours of childcare per week, paid for by the government.

BBC Politics
Aug 31, 2025

Three arrests as Epping protesters clash with police
Two men and a woman are arrested as people protest against migrants being housed in a hotel in Epping.

BBC Politics
Aug 31, 2025

UK secures £10bn deal to supply Norway with warships
The government says the agreement will support thousands of jobs, including more than 2,000 in Scotland.

BBC Politics
Aug 31, 2025

Minister warns parents on school attendance ahead of new term
It comes as data shows children who missed some of the first week of school were more likely to be persistently absent.

BBC Politics
Aug 30, 2025

Tories pledge to get all oil and gas out of North Sea
The government warns Kemi Badenoch's plans would "only accelerate the worsening climate crisis".

BBC Politics
Aug 30, 2025

First week 'critical' to avoid children missing school later, parents told
Data suggests more than half of children who miss a day at the start of term become persistently absent.

BBC Politics
Aug 30, 2025

Why have thousands of St George's flags gone up in cities and towns?
Thousands of St George's and union jack flags have been put up in recent weeks - but why?

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Police make three arrests during Epping protest
Feelings on the High Street are mixed as unrest continues over a local hotel housing asylum seekers.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

MSP accused of hiding camera in parliament toilet
The MSP said he was "fully co-operating" with officers and is due to appear at court at a later date.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Tories call for investigation into Rayner's tax affairs
The deputy prime minister's spokesperson says she paid the relevant tax when buying her Hove flat.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Asylum seekers to stay at Epping hotel after government wins appeal
The Home Office and owner of The Bell Hotel in Essex win their legal battle at the Court of Appeal.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Reform council accused of diversity course U-turn
A Tory councillor says Reform "cannot be trusted to stand by their own words".

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Asylum hotel ruling won't feel like much of a victory at Home Office
The government avoids having its asylum policy thrown into chaos but the court ruling is a gift for its opponents.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Asylum hotel ruling won't feel like a victory at Home Office
The government avoids having its asylum policy thrown into chaos but the court ruling is a gift for its opponents.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Asylum seekers to remain at hotel after appeal win
The Home Office and owner of The Bell Hotel in Essex win their legal battle at the Court of Appeal.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

MSP denies hiding camera in Scottish Parliament toilet
South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth was earlier suspended by Labour over charges of possessing indecent child images.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Bank share prices tumble after calls for tax on profits
A think tank says a new bank tax could raise £8bn a year, a suggestion that sent bank shares tumbling.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

UK blocks Israeli government delegation from arms trade fair
The UK says it is due to the Israeli escalation of the Gaza war but Israel called it discrimination.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Greer and Mackay elected as Scottish Greens co-leaders
The contest follows Patrick Harvie's decision to stand down as co-leader after 17 years in the role.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

MSP accused of hiding camera in Scottish Parliament toilet
The South Scotland MSP was earlier suspended by Labour over charges of possessing indecent child images.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Home Office set to pull 'balloon-craft' job at migrant detention centre
Home Office minister Seema Malhotra has called on the contractor to remove the jobs at the immigration removal centre.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Tories win Broxtowe by-election by five votes
Judy Couch won the Nuthall East and Strelley seat with 405 votes.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

Scottish Green Party to announce new co-leaders
The party will elect two co-leaders to lead the party after Patrick Harvie stood down.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

MP urges government to regulate funeral industry
MP Mark Sewards is calling on the government to impose regulations on the funeral industry.

BBC Politics
Aug 29, 2025

MP says team will help Lotus workers find new jobs
MP Ben Goldsborough admits the announcement is a "punch in the stomach" for staff.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Ministers didn't do cost review of council mergers
The government relied on a report by a lobbyist group that now says reorganisation could make no savings.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

MSP locked out of parliament after secret toilet camera claims
The South Scotland MSP is understood to have been charged by the police in relation to the allegations.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Welsh greyhound racing ban by 2030 under plans
New draft Welsh law says practice could be banned between 2027 and 2030 should Senedd agree.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

UK, France and Germany move to reimpose UN sanctions on Iran
The three powers trigger a snapback process, which could restore sanctions in 30 days, amid ongoing concerns over Iran's nuclear programme.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Reform UK-led councils warn against flags on posts
The councils in Northamptonshire say it is dangerous and illegal to tie flags to lamp posts.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Epping hotel order could spark protests, court told
Lawyers for The Bell Hotel owners are challenging the decision for a temporary injunction at court.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

What are Rachel Reeves' options on property tax?
Reports suggest the government is considering shaking up the property tax system to raise revenue.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

UK summons Russian ambassador over Ukraine strikes
The attacks have killed at least 15 people including four children, according to Ukrainian emergency officials.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Epping hotel case could set precedent, court told
Lawyers for The Bell Hotel owners are challenging the decision for a temporary injunction at court.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Reform council boss bans local newspaper's reporters
The Nottingham Post describes the ban as "concerning" and "unprecedented".

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Will Reform raise political 'spice' levels to vindaloo?
Graham Simpson talks to Scotcast about becoming a Reform MSP and quitting the Scottish Conservatives.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Changes proposed to Wales holiday let tax rules
Mark Drakeford says he has "listened" and is proposing "small changes" to the controversial rules.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

The Inquiry
Sanseito, the party led by Kamiya Sohei with a 'Japanese first' agenda, is gaining ground

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Starmer to replace third top aide in less than a year
Nin Pandit runs the PM's team in Downing Street and has only been in the role for ten months.

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Does Reform pose an existential threat to the Scottish Conservatives?
As a Tory MSP defects, is Reform UK set to replace them on the right of Scottish politics?

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Newly married MPs celebrate 'beautiful' wedding
The couple married in August in a wedding they say celebrated their "two different heritages".

BBC Politics
Aug 28, 2025

Newly-married MPs celebrate 'beautiful' wedding
The couple married in August in a wedding they say celebrated their "two different heritages".

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Blair joins White House meeting with Trump on post-war Gaza
The talks come as Israel prepares to seize Gaza City as a step towards full control of the territory.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

MoD staff warned not to share hidden data before Afghan leak
Last month it emerged that the details of almost 19,000 people who had applied to move to the UK were leaked.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Home Office set to halve time asylum seekers spend in hotels
The time given to people granted asylum to move from hotels to their own accommodation will be cut from 56 to 28 days.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Ed Davey to boycott Trump state banquet over Gaza
The Lib Dem leader says he wants to send the president a message that he has the power to end the crisis.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Reform UK retreats from child migrant deportations
Nigel Farage has now ruled out the suggestion, after the party's former chair said it could happen.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

NHS to lose out on new drugs, pharma firm warns
The claims from pharmaceutical giant Novartis comes amid a row over drug pricing deals.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Leader urges people to be 'sensible' with flags
Flags have appeared across Nottinghamshire in recent days on roundabouts, bridges and lamp-posts.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Reform suspends councillor over asylum comments
Durham county councillor Paul Bean is also a Home Office civil servant who processes asylum claims.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Conservative MSP Graham Simpson defects to Reform
Simpson announced his move as he appeared at a press conference in Scotland with Reform leader Nigel Farage.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Minister takes on Nigel Farage over Brexit deal
Nick Thomas-Symonds says Reform UK would "take Britain backwards" if it ripped up the Brexit reset.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Brexit: NI sea border for food 'in place until 2027'
The border for such goods will not be dismantled until 2027, the UK government is expected to confirm.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

Energy bills to rise by more than expected ahead of winter
The £35 a year increase for a typical household is twice what analysts had predicted.

BBC Politics
Aug 27, 2025

How achievable is Reform's plan on migration?
A Reform government could see the UK leaving the European Convention on Human Rights to deliver its plan.

BBC Politics
Aug 26, 2025

No 'cash for questions' investigation into former minister
Claims emerged that a company that he worked for helped him write questions to government in June.

BBC Politics
Aug 26, 2025

How Reform has changed the debate on migration
Labour's ideal way of combating Nigel Farage is by fixing the asylum system and stopping small boats - but the party's strategy is also changing.

BBC Politics
Aug 26, 2025

Reform prepared to deport 600,000 under migration plans
The party outlines its plans to detain and deport all migrants who arrive in the UK on small boats.

BBC Politics
Aug 26, 2025

When is the emergency alert test on mobile phones and can you opt out?
The UK's emergency alert system will be tested for the second time on Sunday 7 September.

BBC Politics
Aug 26, 2025

Reform UK would pay countries for migrant return deals
The party outlines its plans to detain and deport all migrants who arrive in the UK on small boats.

BBC Politics
Aug 26, 2025

Domestic abuse screening tool doesn't work, minister says
The safeguarding minister says the Dash questionnaire has "obvious problems" but is the best authorities have for now.

BBC Politics
Aug 25, 2025

Nigel Farage says illegal migration is a 'scourge'
The Reform UK leader will outline his plans to tackle small boat crossing later on Tuesday.

BBC Politics
Aug 25, 2025

Schools, care homes and sports clubs sold off to pay spiralling council debt
Hundreds of council-owned buildings being sold as local authorities seek to reduce debts of £122bn.

BBC Politics
Aug 25, 2025

Get ready for fracking, Reform UK tells energy firms
The party is serious about going after shale gas - but critics argue it's too difficult and costly.

BBC Politics
Aug 24, 2025

Pub and travel bans proposed under sentencing rule changes
Ministers say the reforms are aimed at reducing reoffending and easing pressures on crowded prisons.

BBC Politics
Aug 23, 2025

Government plans to overhaul asylum appeals system
The government would establish a new and independent body, with the aim of hearing cases more quickly.

BBC Politics
Aug 23, 2025

Clarkson for PM, attacks on police dogs: Do Parliament petitions make a difference?
People love signing petitions to get issues they care about debated by MPs - but some can't resist having a laugh.

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