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BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2025

Public invited to decide how MPs' pay should be set
Parliament's expenses watchdog wants around twenty people to take part in a review on MP salaries.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2025

Labour MPs press Kendall on rollout of benefit changes
The government was forced into concessions on its welfare plan following a backlash among its own MPs.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2025

Covid inquiry hears of care home 'slaughter'
Relatives of care home residents tell the Covid inquiry they will never get over how their loved ones died.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2025

Welsh Labour needs to focus on young people, say members
Young Labour party members say they feel their party is still the best fit for working class people.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2025

MP asks Lotus to give clarity to 1,300 workers
Ben Goldsborough says he met with Geely on Monday and emphasised the need for "openness".

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2025

'Everybody knew the welfare reform bill was a £5bn cut'
Economics Editor Faisal Islam on what was really behind the big rebellion about the government's welfare reform bill, after the government confirmed it will make major concessions.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2025

Welfare concessions to be set out before key vote
Ministers hope to reassure wavering MPs after a rebellion over benefits cuts led to a major climbdown.

BBC Politics
Jun 30, 2025

Starmer criticises 'appalling' Bob Vylan IDF chants
The prime minister describes the punk duo's Glastonbury chants calling for death to Israel's military as "hate speech".

BBC Politics
Jun 29, 2025

Covid inquiry to look at impact on care services
The Covid inquiry will examine the impact of the pandemic on care services, starting on Monday.

BBC Politics
Jun 29, 2025

Welfare U-turn means we are in 'better position', says Streeting
Health Secretary Wes Streeting said MPs raised "substantial" concerns over planned cuts to disability benefits.

BBC Politics
Jun 29, 2025

MP refers himself to commissioner over 'cash for questions' claims
Leaked emails purport to show George Freeman asking a firm that employed him what questions he should ask ministers.

BBC Politics
Jun 28, 2025

Make healthy food more appealing, government tells supermarkets
Supermarkets will be challenged to sell healthier food, under a new government obesity plan.

BBC Politics
Jun 28, 2025

Starmer says fixing welfare is a 'moral imperative'
The prime minister described the benefits system as "broken" a day after he was forced to U-turn on plans for reforms.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

PM's benefit cuts U-turn leaves backbenchers feeling bruised
After the PM's efforts to mend relations with many on Labour's left, plenty are still unhappy.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Plans to help benefits recipients into work 'a mess', say DWP officials
Plans to help those affected by benefits cuts into work are not "properly considered", officials tell the BBC.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

We've got the right balance, says PM after benefits U-turn
The prime minister has made concessions on his welfare bill after an angry response from 120 of his own MPs.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Starmer says he regrets using 'island of strangers' phrase
The PM says he "had no idea" the language echoed Enoch Powell's 1968 speech about immigration.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Welfare cuts: What are the Pip and universal credit changes?
The planned changes to the benefits system will affect future claimants, not current claimants.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Starmer U-turns on benefits cuts after Labour backlash
Cuts to some disability benefits will only hit future claimants, not those already on it.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Faisal Islam: How much will U-turn on disability benefits cost?
The changes could cost up to £3bn which will have to come from higher taxes or cuts elsewhere, given the chancellor's self-imposed borrowing rules.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Starmer climbs down on welfare bill after Labour backlash
Cuts to some disability benefits will only hit future claimants, not those already on it.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Government confirms welfare climbdown in deal with rebels
Cuts to some disability benefits will only hit future claimants, not those already on it.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Starmer's stormy first year ends in crisis - now he faces a bigger battle to turn it around
The PM is trying to prove to a volatile country that Labour can fix it - but that will be a challenge when profound policy disagreements are on full display

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Starmer's stormy first year: Why his political honeymoon was so short-lived
As the PM marks a year in office next week - which he will spend grappling with crises - British politics finds itself at an inflection point

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

A hat-trick of U-turns - and this is the most awkward of the lot
The BBC's political editor Chris Mason gives his analysis of what the climbdown over the welfare bill means for the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Chris Mason: A hat trick of U-turns - and this is the most awkward of the lot
The BBC's political editor Chris Mason gives his analysis of what the climbdown over the welfare bill means for the prime minister.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Labour didn't do enough thinking, ex-top official says
Simon Case says ministers "weren't good enough at communicating" in the early days of the Labour government.

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

Claims UK has two-tier justice system are disgusting, says Hermer
Lord Hermer told the BBC that politicians using the phrase needed to think about the "dangers" they were posing to Britain's "essential institutions".

BBC Politics
Jun 27, 2025

'Disgusting' to say UK has two-tier justice system, attorney general tells BBC
Lord Hermer told the BBC that politicians using the phrase needed to think about the "dangers" they were posing to Britain's "essential institutions".

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

Starmer set to announce welfare climbdown in deal with Labour rebels
Cuts to some disability benefits will only hit future claimants, not those already on it, it is understood.

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

PM 'agrees' welfare changes deal with Labour rebels
Cuts to some disability benefits will only hit future claimants, not those already on it, it is understood.

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

PM considers welfare concessions in rebel MP talks
Keir Starmer has been personally calling some Labour MPs to win them over ahead of a vote next week.

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

Zohran Mamdani pulls off New York politic upset
The young left-wing politician, Zohran Mamdani, is poised to become the Democratic nominee for New York mayor after a surprise election win.

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

What are the Pip and universal credit changes and who is affected?
More than 160 MPs are trying to block the government's planned changes to the benefits system.

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

Starmer changes tone in bid to win back Labour MPs
The prime minster and his team are trying to repair relations with backbenchers over welfare cuts.

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

PM confirms talks with rebels over welfare concessions
The prime minister said talks would continue in the "coming days" with Labour MPs who oppose the plans.

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

Foreign Office faces inquiry over Harry Dunn case
The woman driving the car that hit the 19-year-old's bike left the UK under diplomatic immunity laws.

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

Council boss quits, leaving 18-year-old in charge
Rob Howard leaves his position as leader of Warwickshire County Council, citing health concerns.

BBC Politics
Jun 26, 2025

Government in talks with Labour MPs on welfare reforms, No 10 says
A source confirms to the BBC that the governemnt is holding talks with Labour MPs about proposals for welfare reforms.

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

Why Starmer faces a political storm over welfare reforms
Conversations are continuing at the heart of government on the least worst course of action in the face of a significant backbench rebellion.

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

Give public a say on prison sentences, says Reform UK
The party's deputy leader Richard Tice says members of the public should have a say on whether sentences are too harsh or lenient.

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

PM defends leadership amid growing welfare rebellion
More than 130 MPs, including 120 Labour backbenchers, are opposing the government's benefits bill.

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

Welfare vote will go ahead says Rayner, despite rebellion
More than 130 MPs, including 120 Labour backbenchers, are opposing the government's benefits bill.

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

UK to buy nuclear-capable F-35A fighter jets
Downing Street says the move is "the biggest strengthening of the UK's nuclear posture in a generation".

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

MP brands Tice 'pathetic' in RAF base security row
A Derbyshire MP has backed a female commanding officer at a recently vandalised RAF base.

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

Chris Mason: On welfare, something will have to give
The stand-off between rebellious Labour MPs and ministers over benefit changes cannot last.

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

Post Office scandal victims claims not chased due to harassment fears
The government has been criticised for not chasing up sub-postmasters to apply for compensation

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

More Labour MPs join benefit revolt despite ministers' appeals
More than 130 MPs have signed an amendment opposing the government's welfare reform legislation.

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

Reform council told to reconsider flag policy
A Leicestershire County Council scrutiny group heard there was "too grey an area" in the policy.

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

UK to purchase nuclear-carrying F-35A fighter jets
Downing Street says the move is "the biggest strengthening of the UK's nuclear posture in a generation".

BBC Politics
Jun 25, 2025

Union denies 'targeting' school linked to bins boss
The Unite union strongly denies the accusation made by the leader of Birmingham City Council.

BBC Politics
Jun 24, 2025

UK to purchase nuclear-carrying fighter jets
Downing Street says the move is "the biggest strengthening of the UK's nuclear posture in a generation".

BBC Politics
Jun 24, 2025

Minister to meet food delivery firms over reports of illegal workers
It comes after reports that asylum seekers are able to work for couriers shortly after reaching UK.

BBC Politics
Jun 24, 2025

UK must prepare for war scenario, government warns
A strategy document says an "all-of-society effort" is required to make the UK more secure.

BBC Politics
Jun 24, 2025

PM vows to press on with welfare cuts as rebellion grows
More than 120 Labour MPs are backing plans to block cuts to disability and sickness-related benefits.

BBC Politics
Jun 24, 2025

Welfare rebellion to test Starmer like never before
Labour MPs' challenge over benefits cuts is perhaps the gravest crisis in the PM's time in office so far.

BBC Politics
Jun 24, 2025

MP who was raped gets backing over law change
Labour's Natalie Fleet says she used to tell friends "I can't be an MP - I was a teenage parent".

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

International law 'at heart' of Starmer's foreign policy, says Hermer
Lord Richard Hermer said that the government was determined to "lead on international law issues" globally.

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

UK vows to spend 5% of GDP on national security by 2035
The announcement comes ahead of a two-day Nato summit in the Netherlands.

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

Labour MPs mount major bid to block benefits changes
MPs including senior Labour figures sign an amendment that could sink the welfare reform bill.

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

UK prepared to defend interests in Middle East, Lammy says
The foreign secretary says UK forces are on high alert in the region, as Israel-Iran attacks continue.

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

Palestine Action group to be banned, home secretary confirms
It comes after what she called a "disgraceful attack" on an RAF base and as a protest takes place in central London.

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

Could this be the most significant Nato summit since the Cold War?
Europe braces for Trump's arrival at the Nato summit with difficult questions over Iran and defence, following the 5% defence spending target he's demanded of allies

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

Let non-doms pay £250,000 and avoid some UK tax - Farage
The Reform UK leader says money raised from the policy would go to the lowest-paid 10% of full-time workers.

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

National inquiry announced after maternity failings
It will target the worst-performing trusts in England - and report back by the end of the year.

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

Cheaper energy part of 10-year plan for industry
Plans to slash energy bills by up to 25% for over 7,000 UK businesses will be announced alongside other plans to boost growth.

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

Iran still has an off-ramp for diplomacy, says Lammy
Iran has said there will be "everlasting consequences" to three US strikes at the weekend.

BBC Politics
Jun 23, 2025

Let non-doms pay £250,000 and avoid UK tax, says Farage
The Reform UK leader says money raised from the policy would go to the lowest-paid 10% of full-time workers.

BBC Politics
Jun 22, 2025

Chris Mason: UK backs US's goals but not its methods in Iran
Starmer maintains diplomacy is the answer but Trump has so far chosen a different path, our political editor writes.

BBC Politics
Jun 22, 2025

Chris Mason: UK's position on Iran is clear but will the US listen?
Starmer maintains diplomacy is the answer but Trump has so far chosen a different path, our political editor writes.

BBC Politics
Jun 22, 2025

Lower energy costs part of government's 10-year plan for industry
Plans to slash energy bills by up to 25% for over 7,000 UK businesses will be announced alongside other plans to boost growth.

BBC Politics
Jun 22, 2025

Met chief 'shocked' by planned Palestine Action protest
The force says it cannot legally stop Monday's protest in support of the pro-Palestine group.

BBC Politics
Jun 22, 2025

Starmer and Trump discuss need for Iran to return to negotiations
Downing Street says the PM and US president agreed to stay in close contact after speaking on Sunday evening.

BBC Politics
Jun 22, 2025

No budget for assisted dying service, Streeting says
The MP for Ilford North pledges to work "constructively" on technical aspects of the legislation.

BBC Politics
Jun 22, 2025

PM warns of 'risk of escalation' after US bombs Iran nuclear sites
The prime minister says he wants to "reassure the British public that we're doing everything we can to stabilise the situation".

BBC Politics
Jun 22, 2025

Starmer calls for Iran to return to negotiating table
The prime minister says in a statement that Iran can never be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon.

BBC Politics
Jun 21, 2025

Give new recruits £10,000 to join army, says Davey
The Lib Dems argue Britain needs to become "war-ready" to deal in an increasingly unpredictable world.

BBC Politics
Jun 21, 2025

Palestine Action member tells BBC plan to ban group 'absurd'
The BBC understands the home secretary will move to proscribe the group in the coming weeks.

BBC Politics
Jun 21, 2025

Kneecap performing at Glastonbury 'not appropriate', PM says
He made the comments after Kneecap member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh appeared in court on Wednesday.

BBC Politics
Jun 21, 2025

Huge dilemmas lie ahead for UK over Iran
Sources question if UK diplomacy will make any difference, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

BBC Politics
Jun 21, 2025

Esther Rantzen urges Lords not to block assisted dying
Some critics, including disability rights campaigner Lord Shinkwin, indicate they will try to amend a bill, backed by MPs, to legalise assisted dying.

BBC Politics
Jun 21, 2025

Chris Mason: A colossal social change that is now likely to become law
MPs back assisted dying - the second vote this week that takes the UK in a socially liberal direction.

BBC Politics
Jun 21, 2025

A colossal social change that is now likely to become law
MPs back assisted dying - the second vote this week that takes the UK in a socially liberal direction.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

'Noses out of joint': Colleagues reveal what Reform's Zia Yusuf is like to work for
Some who have worked with the former Reform chairman call him a "powerhouse", but others describe a chaotic workplace.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Palestine Action to be banned after RAF base break in
The home secretary will move to proscribe the Palestine Action group in the coming weeks, the BBC understands.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

MPs back assisted dying bill in historic Commons vote
The bill would allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to end their own lives.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Scottish government to remove WhatsApp from phones
It comes after the UK Covid Inquiry revealed officials had deleted messages shared during the pandemic.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Why the assisted dying vote is so significant
The debate around assisted dying has been a polarised one - and there are still hurdles to cross before it will be a reality here.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Why today's assisted dying vote is so significant
The debate around assisted dying has been a polarised one - and there are still hurdles to cross before it will be a reality here.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Labour to shift council funding to poorer areas
Ministers say current funding rules fail to account for higher service costs in more deprived places.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

How did my MP vote on assisted dying?
Check whether your MP voted for or against the assisted dying bill.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

MPs back assisted dying bill by majority of 23
The bill would allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to end their own lives.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Council leader sorry for 'poor people' social post
Kay Mason Billig says her Facebook post showing a steak and wine dinner was "a private joke".

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Assisted dying bill: What happens next?
The historic bill has cleared all of its Commons stages and now goes for further scrutiny in the Lords.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Labour suspends councillor over 'offensive' tweets
A councillor loses the party whip over decade-old posts, including one in support of Tommy Robinson.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Chris Mason: Profound social change that is now likely to become law
MPs back assisted dying - the second vote this week that takes the UK in a socially liberal direction.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Profound social change that is now likely to become law
MPs back assisted dying - the second vote this week that takes the UK in a socially liberal direction.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

Security review launched after activists break into RAF base
Keir Starmer describes the "vandalism" as "disgraceful" after Palestine Action activists spray paint on military planes.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

UK preparing to charter flights from Israel, Lammy says
The foreign secretary says charter flights from Tel Aviv will take place once Israeli airspace re-opens.

BBC Politics
Jun 20, 2025

MPs make case for and against assisted dying bill
The bill would allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to end their own lives.

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