Politics: United Kingdom

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The party said secure armouries should be introduced at maximum security jails and used as a last resort.

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So far in 2025, more than 14,800 migrants have arrived in the UK after crossing the English Channel.

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At least six new factories will be built and up to 7,000 UK-built long-range weapons will be procured.

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BBC - Politics (6 hours ago)

Lucy Connolly lost her appeal against her race-hate jail sentence, but is free speech under threat?

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BBC - Politics (21 hours ago)

A government source says the defence secretary has "full confidence" in Labour's plans to increase defence spending.

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BBC - Politics (A day ago)

The Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle joins protests at the lack of knighthoods for rugby league players.

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch accuses Lord Hermer of "calling people who disagree with him Nazis".

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

The Tory leader says the PM and Reform UK are in a "race to the bottom" to scrap the child benefit cap.

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

The party would be the UK's first to accept the cryptocurrency as regulation discussion continues.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

The shadow justice secretary filmed himself confronting fare dodgers on the London Underground.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

The prime minister's comments suggest he sees Reform UK as his principal political adversary.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

In its annual health-check for the UK economy, the IMF predicted growth of 1.2%, a marginal upgrade to its previous forecast.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

Fire safety, asbestos and mould are among the issues being raised by tenants, according to a new report.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

Changes to planning laws could speed up projects, but experts warn water consumption will also need limiting.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has made missteps that are a 'total disaster' for the party, claim insiders

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

MSPs back UK legislation which means it will be illegal for anyone currently aged 15 or under to ever buy cigarettes.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

The strategic defence review, announced by the government last July, will be published on Monday.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

Surrey Police say there is "insufficient evidence to proceed" and no further action will be taken.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

The government will no longer fund some courses for older learners in order to boost entry level training places.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

Transport Secretary says she will "strain every sinew" so customers get value for money as SWR brought back into public hands.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

Sir Mark Rowley says forces grappling with years of cuts need more money to meet the government's "ambition".

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

Eluned Morgan says she's "very worried" about child poverty and the "damaging" benefit cap.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

The London Drugs Commission is calling for possession of cannabis for personal use to be decriminalised.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

Ministers are considering how costs can be reduced for small firms to help them build more homes.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

Senior officers sent a letter to the Ministry of Justice before the announcement on sentencing changes last week.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

Their letter warns of genocide in Gaza, and calls on the UK to take concrete actions to meet its international legal obligations.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

The British ship is diverted to the port of Boulogne after being stopped by a French patrol boat.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

Reform leader backs lifting the two-child benefit cap and introducing more generous tax breaks for married people.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

Charity launches legal challenge as it says problem of over-capacity sewage works near new homes is "rife".

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

The education secretary says the policy pushes people into poverty but warns scrapping it would be costly.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

A video posted by the party on social media has sparked complaints from Scottish Labour and the SNP.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

Resident doctors unhappy with 5.4% pay rise with union warning strikes in England could return.

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

The first minister has urged Facebook's parent company Meta to remove the "unacceptable" video.

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

A Kremlin spokesman says reports that MI5 are probing a potential link are "ludicrous".

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

The UK paused processing of Syrian claims five months ago, following the fall of President Assad.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

It follows reports that Sir Keir Starmer had informed his cabinet of his intention to abolish the limit.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

New data suggests there were more than 920,000 young people not in work, education or training at the start of 2025.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Government borrowing hit £20.2bn in April, leading analysts to say the prospect of tax rises later this year is increasing.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The move follows political pressure in recent weeks after Labour losses at England's local elections.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

But health unions react angrily after a smaller rise of 3.6% is announced for other NHS staff, including nurses and midwives.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The plans form part of a drive to boost housebuilding in England to 1.5 million new homes by 2029.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Reform UK also plans to scrap the two-child benefit policy, as part of plans to outflank the government.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

As the chancellor prepares to set government budgets for future years, who are likely winners and losers?

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Some MPs are calling on the chancellor to raise taxes on the wealthy instead of cutting welfare.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The former PM's wife says the family is "totally smitten" by their daughter, Poppy.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Lancashire's new councillors start their jobs, after the party's big wins in this month's local elections.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The taskforce, which is working on the strategy, has been considering scrapping the two-child benefit cap.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Labour MPs are debating the party's values as they decide whether to back welfare cuts worth £5bn a year.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

South Western Railway becomes Great British Railways on Sunday at 01:59 BST precisely.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The UK, France and Canada condemned the expanded Israeli military operation in Gaza this week.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The British Medical Association, which represents doctors, said the increase was "derisory".

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

A deal to hand Mauritius the Chagos Islands and lease back a key military base has been months in the making.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The Tory leader says her party "could look at changes" but insists there are "difficulties".

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Sir Keir Starmer's migration plans will damage Wales, First Minister Eluned Morgan says.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Under the deal, the UK will lease back the Diego Garcia military base from Mauritius.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is also exploring whether chemical castration could be made mandatory.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The ONS says the yearly decline in net migration is the biggest numerical drop on record.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Arooj Shah says she just wants to "crack on" with working hard for the people of Oldham.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

New figures show a fall in net migration. But still, Labour will struggle to soothe public concern, writes our senior correspondent Allan Little.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

At the High Court in Belfast, the Home Office agreed to pay substantial damages, and reasonable legal costs.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

But the justice secretary says she rejects recommendations for earlier releases of the most serious offenders.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Reform insisted the advert featuring clips of a speech by the Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar was not racist.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The landmark sentencing review calls for fewer custodial sentences and earlier prison releases.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

BBC Verify examines key areas which the government has promised to make improvements

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

A year on from the election, the government needs to demonstrate delivery to claw back some popularity.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Grumblings from MPs were exacerbated by local election results, as campaigners reported unhappiness from voters.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Stoke-on-Trent South MP Allison Gardner says at one point she considered having her bladder removed.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Petro Pochynok, 34, has been charged with conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Watch: Tearful MP says she was told to 'live with' chronic UTI

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The PM sounded genuinely angry at Israel's aid blockade and expanded Gaza offensive, writes diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The decision has been condemned by trans rights advocates and by gender critical activists.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Foreign Secretary David Lammy summons the Israeli ambassador and suspends talks on a trade deal.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The work and pensions secretary says welfare changes are "never easy and rarely popular".

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The deputy prime minister's department sent the note before the Spring Statement.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

MPs have already overturned calls for more copyright protection for artists against AI once before.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Unite accuses Birmingham City Council of failing to meet a promised deadline to present a pay offer.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The government says it has launched 81 criminal investigations for alleged breaches of environmental law.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The EU-UK trade deal has been praised as a "leap foward" and "genuine progress" by some of the UK's major business groups.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

A new deal extending access for EU boats in UK waters has been agreed as part of a wider softening of relations with the bloc.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The deal paves the way for more common ground with the EU, but only dismantles a fraction of the trade barriers erected post-Brexit.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Stanislav Carpiuc, 26, has been charged with conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life, police say.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The deal could form part of negotiations taking place between the UK and EU on Monday.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

A youth visa scheme and how much the UK will contribute financially are among issues still being negotiated

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The UK, France and Canada "strongly oppose" Benjamin Netanyahu's expansion of military operations, a statement from their leaders said.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Starmer told Liz Saville Roberts she spoke "rubbish" after she challenged him over migration.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Those convicted of child sexual offences may not be banned from contact with their own offspring.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Our political editor reflects on the UK's deal with the EU to smoothen frictions in trade.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

A new agreement setting out post-Brexit relations on areas including fishing rights, trade and defence has been reached.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The two sides have struck a new post-Brexit deal but this so-called 'reset' of the relationship is just the beginning.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

For the UK-EU deal to succeed the PM needs it to seem as insignificant and uncontroversial as possible.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Expect talk of haggling, fish, cash and courts as the summit risks inflaming old Brexit rows.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

A cross-party committee says farmers have lost trust in the government over its policies.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is said to want to expand unpaid work, which she believes to be too lenient.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Two prominent figures have set out plans to use Nigel Farage's party to push their own 'pro-white' agenda.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Former Tory MP Michael Gove reveals his change in position over a second vote.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce a broad agreement on the issue at a summit on Monday.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

A summit on Monday is expected to include an "agreement to agree" on trade issues.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The government is aiming to cut roles in London by 12,000 and close 11 offices in the capital.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The move is among several tweaks to the assisted dying bill which were debated by MPs.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The summit between the UK and EU on 19 May will be the first since Brexit - the very idea of it has polarised opinions

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

A ban was introduced last year - but the law has now been changed to help cash-strapped publishers raise funding.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Ukrainian Roman Lavrynovych is charged in connection with blazes in north London linked to the prime minister.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

He says Dubai is not "perfect," but argues politicians should learn from countries "getting it right".

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Ieuan Williams made the "crass remark" at an internal council meeting in June 2023.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Neither Kemi Badenoch or Darren Millar rule out Welsh deals with Reform or Plaid Cymru.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Keir Starmer chose a curious location to talk up his plan for hubs to host failed asylum seekers.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Site owners can currently take 10% of a park home's value when the owner sells up, on top of rent.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The 21-year-old man has been charged with three counts of arson with intent to endanger life.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The ensign had been flown over No 10 since 2022 to celebrate Middlesex Day on 16 May.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Analysis of data also suggests the amount of social housing given to disabled people has gone down.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Thousands of pounds worth of public money was claimed as expenses by management at the Water Industry Commission for Scotland.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Rupert Lowe brands his former party "the cult of Nigel," in a BBC Newsnight interview.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Sir Keir Starmer wants to send asylum seekers overseas after their claims have been rejected in the UK.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

MP Jesse Norman says there are 50 towns and small cities which do not currently have a university.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The anti-poverty strategy has been a requirement since the St Andrews Agreement in 2006.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Reform's leader at Leicestershire County Council resists calls to suspend his colleague.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Ministers say new detention limits for recalled prisoners are required to ease an overcrowding crisis.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

MPs say new laws and "deep-rooted cultural change" are needed at the Department for Work and Pensions.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

No 10 has confirmed Baroness Casey's rapid review of child rape gangs will conclude this month.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

England are defending champions while Wales have qualified for the first time.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Inmates serving one to four years who are recalled to prison will be released after 28 days.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

French police charge a taxi driver with stealing luggage and cash from UK foreign secretary and his wife.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The two nations have announced a deal to reduce tariffs - here's what you need to know.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Tonia Antoniazzi aims to scrap the law that still makes abortion a crime in England and Wales.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

GPs are deeply divided over assisted dying with personal beliefs shaping their views, BBC research reveals.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Political leaders offer their support to the PM amid investigation into suspected arson attacks on properties linked to him.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Liz Saville Roberts had criticised the prime minister's "island of strangers" immigration warning.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The CPS said it made the decision "following a thorough and detailed review of the evidence".

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

People will typically have to live in the UK for 10 years before applying for the right to stay indefinitely.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Andrew Bailey says he does not take a view on Brexit, but reversing the post-Brexit hit to UK-EU trade would be "beneficial".

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The prime minister promises numbers will fall 'significantly' under new immigration rules.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Theo Clarke spoke at the launch of her book detailing her own harrowing maternity experiences.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Ideas for the celebration include themed beers with names such as Iron Lady and Grantham Lass.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

MSPs have been debating proposals to allow terminally-ill adults to seek medical help to end their lives.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Andrew Hamilton-Gray won a seat in Loughborough for Reform, with almost 40% of the vote.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP Patrick Spencer will appear before magistrates in June.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Three companies have made combined profits of £383m since 2019, according to the National Audit Office.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Police arrest a 21-year-old man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after fires at two properties in London and a car blaze.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The home secretary has rejected criticism the prime minister's language on migration was divisive.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Willis Marshall was elected as a Sheffield Lib Dem councillor in November at the age of 19.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The MP is being investigated over his spending on "office costs, travel and accommodation".

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

It will leave a 10% import tax on most goods shipped from the UK to the US.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The EU's foreign policy chief says talks over future fishing access should not block a defence deal.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The PM knows cutting immigration is crucial to his credibility, political editor Chris Mason writes.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The government has outlined plans to "significantly" cut immigration - what are the challenges it faces?

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Plans to ban the recruitment of care workers from overseas are among efforts to curb near record net migration.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Troop numbers are down, morale is weak and some equipment is in a poor state - will the government's Strategic Defence Review be enough to turn that around?

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Many care workers say it is a rewarding job, so the task is how to get more people in the UK to apply.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The government says its proposals will reduce record levels of migration to the UK in recent years.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Former first minister described it as the "most difficult decision" of her career as an MSP.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Chris Mason explains 60 years of UK immigration in 60 seconds

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Green Party co-leader Adrian Ramsay and MP Ellie Chowns join forces in a bid for the leadership.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is set to release her White Paper called "Restoring Control Over the Immigration System".

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Up to 50,000 fewer lower-skilled workers will come to the UK under new measures aimed at tackling net migration, the home secretary says.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Sir Keir Starmer promises new migration rules will "create a system that is controlled, selective and fair".

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Global leaders urge Russia to agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire from Monday, warning of further sanctions if it does not comply.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The first mayor of London was elected in May 2000 - we mark 25 years with these memorable images.

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