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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.

BBC Politics
Apr 25, 2026

Relish and dread as Starmer 'shambles' hangs over Scotland and Wales elections
Laura Kuenssberg travels to Wales and Scotland to speak to candidates and voters ahead of May 7 polls.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Starmer plans new powers to ban state-backed terror groups
The new powers would allow ministers to label Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps as a terror group.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Zack Polanski calls for Trump to be 'kicked out' of his Scottish golf courses
Trump International responded calling the Greens leader an "imbecile" after he shared his personal opinion on the Holyrood campaign trail.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Assisted dying bill runs out of time but supporters vow to try again
The proposed legislation was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Mandelson under formal investigation by EU's anti-fraud office
The EU's anti-fraud office confirms it has "sufficient information" to launch an investigation, but does not say if it involves fraud.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

The assisted dying bill has failed - but the debate isn't over
In June 2025 MPs backed the legislation but now it has run out of time to become law.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Assisted dying bill runs out of time to become law
The proposed legislation was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

A grim week for Starmer - but things could be about to get worse
The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Chris Mason: A grim week for Starmer - but things could be about to get worse
The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Falklands is a pressure point for the UK - and the US knows it
This story will make greater waves in the UK than in the US, which for Donald Trump is an opportunity for leverage, Joe Inwood writes.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

No 10 says Falklands sovereignty rests with UK after report of US 'review'
An internal Pentagon document reportedly raised the prospect of a change in position in retaliation for the UK not joining the Iran war.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Election countdown in the birthplace of modern circus
All 44 seats are are up for grabs at Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Conservatives pledge to scrap 24-hour bus lanes
The party promises "bus lanes that make sense" as part of a plan for drivers ahead of local elections.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Why has the assisted dying bill failed?
The proposed legislation will run out of time to become law when a final debate ends in the House of Lords on Friday.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

Waiting lists apology, cost of living and more powers in election debate
The NHS and childcare are two of the main topics debated by political leaders in Carmarthen.

BBC Politics
Apr 24, 2026

The Big Debate: Waiting lists apology, cost of living and more powers
The NHS and childcare are two of the main topics debated by political leaders in Carmarthen.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Assisted dying bill to run out of time as Lords hold final debate
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

PM's ex-chief of staff says he doesn't recognise claims about his behaviour
Morgan McSweeney speaks publicly for the first time about his departure from Downing Street.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

SNP's McAllan supports more 'evidence-led' drilling in North Sea
The main political parties were asked their views on oil and gas extraction during the BBC's Question Time held in Aberdeen.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Proxy attacks in UK a real and growing concern, says PM
The prime minister says he is increasingly worried a number of countries are behind attacks in the UK.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Starmer says he's acting in national interest after Trump criticism
The US president earlier told the BBC the UK should have given more support to the US over the Iran war.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Welsh first minister uses cocktail cans as props and admits she could lose her seat in election
Labour's Eluned Morgan says she believes Plaid Cymru is going to top the poll in her constituency.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Welsh first minster admits she risks losing her seat in "knife edge" election
Labour's Eluned Morgan says she believes Plaid Cymru is going to top the poll in her constituency.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Welsh first minster admits she risks losing her seat in 'knife edge' election
Labour's Eluned Morgan says she believes Plaid Cymru is going to top the poll in her constituency.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

What's happening with the assisted dying bill?
The proposed legislation will run out of time to become law when a final debate ends in the House of Lords on Friday.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Trump tells BBC that King's visit could 'absolutely' help repair relations with UK
In a phone interview with the BBC's North America editor, the president discussed next week's visit and his relationship with the UK PM.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Greens promise 'affordable' leases to help High Streets
The party has set out a plan involving the forced sale of long-term empty shops in England.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Hillsborough Law to progress in next parliamentary session
Liverpool MP urged the government to "end the delays" without any "carve-outs".

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

Key takeaways from senior official on Mandelson vetting
Cat Little, the top official at the Cabinet Office, tells MPs "due process" was followed in the appointment.

BBC Politics
Apr 23, 2026

AI is already leading to fewer jobs for young people, says Sunak
The former prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

UK and France strike new £662m small boats deal
The three-year agreement will see at least 50 riot-trained police officers drafted in to tackle violence and "hostile crowds".

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Ban 'forever chemicals' in uniforms and frying pans, MPs urge
School uniforms and non-stick pans are some of the everyday products that should stop using chemicals called PFAS, MPs say.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Labour MPs are increasingly restless - but aren't ready to oust Starmer yet
Labour MPs say that while the prime minister is unpopular, a contest is unlikely as there isn't a candidate ready to replace him.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Unhappy Labour MPs aren't ready to oust Starmer yet
Labour MPs say that while the prime minister is unpopular, a contest is unlikely as there isn't a candidate ready to replace him.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

PM's ex-chief of staff to give evidence on Mandelson vetting
The prime minister's former chief of staff will face questions about his role in the appointment of Lord Mandelson.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Starmer admits No 10 asked about job for aide Matthew Doyle
The ex-communications chief was made a Labour peer after leaving Downing Street in March 2025, but was suspended from the parliamentary party this February over links with a convicted sex offender.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

UK inflation rises after Iran war pushes up fuel prices
The figures provide the first official look at the impact of the Iran war on the cost of living in the UK.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Starmer sends 'chill' through civil service, its union boss says
The 'chill' follows the sacking of lead civil servant at the Foreign Office Sir Olly Robbins by the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Apr 22, 2026

Starmer sends 'chill' through civil service, union boss says
The 'chill' follows the sacking of lead civil servant at the Foreign Office Sir Olly Robbins by the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 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 21, 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 21, 2026

No 10 had 'dismissive attitude' to Mandelson vetting, says ex-official
Sir Olly Robbins has defended his decision to approve the peer's security clearance for the role.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

London Labour activists charged amid alleged vote rigging claims
Four Labour activists have been charged by police after an investigation into claims that a party database was manipulated to help fix a candidate selection.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

No 10 considered giving Starmer aide diplomat job, sacked official says
Sir Olly Robbins says he felt "uncomfortable" after No 10 discussed finding a role for Lord Doyle.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for Starmer
Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Henry Zeffman: Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for PM
Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Watch key moments from sacked Foreign Office chief's testimony
Sir Olly Robbins told MPs No 10 had a "dismissive approach" to Lord Peter Mandelson's security vetting.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Key evidence from sacked official at heart of Mandelson vetting row
Sir Olly Robbins has defended his actions amid a row over the vetting of the former US ambassador.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

What do young people want to see after the election?
Young people explain what matters to them ahead of the Senedd election in May.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed
The "landmark" legislation aims to stop anyone born after 1 January 2009 from taking up smoking to create a smoke-free generation.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Unemployment rate unexpectedly falls as fewer students look for work
The drop has been largely driven by a rise in the number of people not actively seeking work.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

High electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.

BBC Politics
Apr 21, 2026

Sacked civil servant to speak out in Mandelson vetting row
Sir Olly Robbins is expected to defend his decision not to tell Sir Keir Starmer that Lord Mandelson failed vetting.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Government to propose electricity price changes in clean power push
The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans
Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says
The PM tells the Commons that if he had known the peer failed security vetting he would not have been appointed.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement
The prime minister has been back in the Commons after it emerged the Labour peer failed vetting.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Home Office blocks anti-Islam influencer from entering UK
Valentina Gomez, a US-based influencer, said she intended to travel to the UK to attend a rally next month.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Watch: Starmer faces MPs as Mandelson row drags on
Sir Keir Starmer addressed MPs in the Commons about Peter Mandelson's vetting for his job as US ambassador.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve
Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain
Mandelson vetting row shows Westminster continues to have the power to surprise, writes Chris Mason.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Reform pledges to review all asylum claims for past five years if it wins power
The current Labour government has already announced major crackdowns on immigration, including disrupting gangs.

BBC Politics
Apr 20, 2026

Reform pledges to review all asylum claims since 2021 if it wins power
The current Labour government has already announced major crackdowns on immigration, including disrupting gangs.

BBC Politics
Apr 19, 2026

Five questions awaiting Starmer as he faces Commons over Mandelson scandal
The prime minister said he was "staggered" to find out last week that civil servants in the Foreign Office withheld information from him.

BBC Politics
Apr 19, 2026

Frustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms
Is the UK's second city about to see the biggest political shake-up in more than a decade?

BBC Politics
Apr 19, 2026

Ex-Scottish Labour leader Dugdale appointed as Stonewall chairwoman
Dugdale, who is currently chairwoman of Shelter in Scotland, said she was "thrilled and honoured" to secure the post.

BBC Politics
Apr 19, 2026

Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, ministers say
The prime minister says he only learned of security concerns around the ex-US ambassador earlier this week.

BBC Politics
Apr 19, 2026

Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, says Lammy
The prime minister says he only learned of security concerns around the ex-US ambassador earlier this week.

BBC Politics
Apr 19, 2026

Foreign secretary concerned ministers not told of Mandelson vetting fears sooner
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is facing calls to resign over the scandal and will address MPs on Monday.

BBC Politics
Apr 18, 2026

Starmer accused of 'skulking' and shunning Sarwar in Scotland
It is the first time the prime minister has been north of the border since the Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar called for him to step down in February.

BBC Politics
Apr 18, 2026

Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess
The decision to send Peter Mandelson to Washington has become a scandal that just won't go away for Labour.

BBC Politics
Apr 18, 2026

Senior official ousted over Mandelson security row to face MPs
Former Former Office chief Sir Olly Robbins is expected to be grilled by the Foreign Affairs Committee on Tuesday.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

Mandelson saga is a messy palaver - and the questions continue to swirl
Sir Keir and the top official at the Foreign Office at the time are expected to face questions from MPs next week.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work
The Science, Innovation and Technology Secretary this week unveiled a £500m fund to boost British AI firms.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

Key questions facing government over Mandelson vetting
It's emerged that Lord Mandelson did not pass inital security vetting checks ahead of taking up the role of ambassador to the United States.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

Why are the 2026 local elections so significant?
BBC West Midlands political editor Elizabeth Glinka explains the significance of 14 local elections.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

Why Starmer is under renewed pressure over Mandelson scandal
Political correspondent Harry Farley reports as new information emerges about the former US ambassador's appointment to the role.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

What is Developed Vetting security clearance at centre of Mandelson row?
The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

What we know about Mandelson's vetting and security clearance
The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

'Staggering' I was not told Mandelson failed vetting, says PM
The PM is facing calls to resign over the revelation that Lord Mandelson did not pass security checks.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

Starmer sacks top Foreign Office official after Mandelson vetting revelations
Sir Olly Robbins has effectively been sacked after his department did not inform the prime minister that Lord Mandelson had failed security vetting.

BBC Politics
Apr 17, 2026

Swinney denies SNP grocery price cap is 'potty gimmick'
The first minister defends his party's plans to impose a limit on the cost of "essential" items.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again
The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again, as senior figure effectively sacked
The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times - but at what cost?
The UK is adopting a "ruthlessly pragmatic" approach to becoming closer to its European neighbours, the UK's EU minister tells the BBC.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Top Foreign Office official to leave post after Mandelson vetting row
It comes after it emerged the peer failed security vetting but the Foreign Office still allowed him to take up the post.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Starmer did not know Mandelson failed vetting, government says
A decision to go against the recommendation of the vetting agency was taken by officials in the Foreign Office, spokesperson says.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

No issues with UK fuel supply, says Reeves
The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Badenoch accuses PM of misleading MPs over Mandelson vetting
It follows a report Lord Mandelson failed his security vetting for the role of US ambassador but this was overruled by the Foreign Office.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Supermarket food prices to be capped under SNP manifesto pledge
The cost of "essential" items such as bread, milk and cheese are to be limited under John Swinney's plan.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Home Office investigating after BBC finds migrants making false claims to stay in UK
No 10 says the government is working to ensure "anyone potentially abusing our immigration system is held accountable".

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Party leaders say how they engage young people in politics
Party leaders each face questions from an audience of voters in Llandudno.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

UK prepares for food shortages in worst case scenario as Iran war continues
The UK could face some food shortages by the summer under a worst case scenario drawn up by officials.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Minister considers banning over-the-counter flea treatments for pets
Ministers are considering restricting spot-on treatments and collars to prescriptions from vets and medical professionals.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

UK economy grew faster than expected in February ahead of Iran war
The economy saw its biggest monthly rise in more than two years just before the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

Things can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bosses
It comes as the government continues to consult on whether to ban under-16s from social media in the UK.

BBC Politics
Apr 16, 2026

UK preparing for some food shortages in Iran war worst case scenario
The UK could face some food shortages by the summer under a worst case scenario drawn up by officials.

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