BBC - Politics (11 hours ago)

Plans outlined by the Reform UK leader would see the country taken out of the European Convention on Human Rights.

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BBC - Politics (13 hours ago)

A divide appears to be opening up between young women and young men in the way they vote and view the world.

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BBC - Politics (23 hours ago)

As well as representing Belfast South in parliament, he served as the Grand Master of the Orange Lodge at the height of the Troubles.

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BBC - Politics (A day ago)

The High Court refused a last-minute request by the Home Office to intervene in the Epping asylum hotel case.

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

Lord Paul had been deputy speaker of the House of Lords and chancellor of Wolverhampton university.

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

The BBC's former director of news James Harding delivers the TV industry's flagship annual lecture.

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

The government is expecting the move to save £350m over the next five years, after a successful pilot.

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

The decision-making committee welcomes Dame Andrea Jenkyns and three elected members to its ranks.

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

Conservative leader encourages Tory-led councils to consider launching legal challenges

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

111,000 people wanted the right to stay in the UK in the year to June

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

The Lothian representative claims senior MSPs are being ignored under Russell Findlay's leadership.

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

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

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

Two BBC correspondents assess what the Home Office's new data tells us about the efficacy of the government's asylum strategy.

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BBC - Politics (2 days ago)

Lucy Connolly is released from HMP Peterborough after receiving a 31-month sentence in October.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

The latest data, which covers Labour's first year in office, also shows the government is processing cases faster.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

Dame Annette served the constituency of Mid-Dorset and North Poole in Parliament from 2001 to 2015.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

Ahead of the upcoming leadership contest, some within the Greens are asking why they haven't better capitalised on discontent with the traditional parties

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

The MoD admits 49 data breaches at the unit handling applications from Afghans seeking safety in the UK.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

New figures released by the government show that 131 local authorities are housing asylum seekers in hotels.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

The number of visas issued to people wanting to work, study or join family members in the UK has fallen.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

The appointments come after Joseph Boam was removed from his position in the authority's cabinet.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

Labour remains the UK's largest political party with 333,235 members, according to new figures.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

Campaigners are raising concerns about the environmental impact of the facility.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

More than half a dozen councils, including some run by Labour, are assessing their options after Epping ruling.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

The High Court ruling follows an unprecedented backlog in people waiting for a decision on their cases.

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

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

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BBC - Politics (3 days ago)

The South Scotland representative has been suspended by the party after being arrested in Dumfries.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

Former Wrexham MP Sarah Atherton has said she may run in the Senedd 2026 elections.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

The government will now have to find new places to house asylum seekers, while hoping other areas don't take similar legal action.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

Britain's space agency is set to be scrapped - a scientist fears the UK space sector could fall behind as a result

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

It comes after the High Court temporarily blocked asylum seekers from being housed at a hotel in Essex.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

It builds on a previous agreement to tackle smuggling gangs and deter small boat crossings.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

Donald Trump's commitment to Ukraine's security is key to a lasting peace, the UK prime minister says.

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BBC - Politics (4 days ago)

The High Court ruling follows a summer of protests and arrests outside the hotel in Epping.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

Kate Osborne says she followed Parliament's advice for taking taxis due to her disability.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

Senior figures on Worcestershire County Council confirm St George flags will remain in part.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

Joseph Boam, 22, is also removed from his position as cabinet member for social care.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

David Taylor resigns three months into the role but remains a member of the cabinet, his party says.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

The project is set to link Tilbury in Essex and Gravesend in Kent with two tunnels.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

The Green Party is on the brink of choosing its new leader.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

The vice president of the Board of Deputies of British Jews said Zarah Sultana's words were "a grave insult".

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

A group of between 30 to 50 Palestinian children will be evacuated under the plan, the BBC understands.

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BBC - Politics (5 days ago)

Depending on the timeframe you look at, the GDP figures can be seen as glass half full or half empty.

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

The economy expanded by 0.3% in the April-to-June period, ahead of economists' expectations.

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

Sir Keir's role at the White House is likely to rely on the rarity of his strong relationships with both Trump and Zelensky.

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

More than 2,500 people have crossed the English Channel in the 11 days since the "one in, one out" migrant scheme took effect, Home Office figures show.

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

In a joint letter, politicians have called on the prime minister to put pressure on Israel to end the war in Gaza.

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

The Irish War of Independence reaches its bloody climax.

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

In her memoir, Sturgeon complains about the Harry Potter author posting a selfie in a T-shirt branding her a "destroyer of women's rights".

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BBC - Politics (6 days ago)

A contributor to Radio 4's Thought for the Day slot made the remark about the shadow justice secretary.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Personal data of up to 3,700 Afghans have potentially been exposed after a cyber-attack on a company working with the MoD.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Labour MP Afzal Khan as resigned after criticism of his visit last week to the territory, which isn't recognised by the UK government.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Sir Chris Bryant talks about his early life, from his alcoholic mother to being ordained as a priest.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

A court hears housing the asylum seekers at the hotel is causing an "unacceptable" safety risk.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The theologian who made the claim said he wanted to work with the shadow justice secretary.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Ricky Jones denied encouraging violent disorder after comments at a counter-protest last year.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Birmingham City Council says the flags are being removed due streetlights being upgraded.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

It comes after the Met Police arrested more than 500 people at a demonstration backing the banned group.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

UK PM says there is a 'viable chance' of a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Preparations are under way in Alaska, for a summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

UK PM says there is a 'viable chance' of a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Burnley MP Oliver Ryan to have the whip restored while investigations into Andrew Gwynne MP continue.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Reform has four MPs in the House of Commons and controls ten councils in England, but currently has no peers.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

There is growing concern over Britons seeking overseas treatments such as hair implants and dental work.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The defence secretary says the UK is ready to "put boots on the ground" in Ukraine if a ceasefire is agreed.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The Hull and East Yorkshire mayor reflects on his first 100 days in the job.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Sir Keir Starmer staged a show of unity with the Ukrainian president ahead of Friday's summit between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Since the Palestine Action ban, the clash ahead now feels as much about politics and PR as about the law.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The US vice-president arrived in Scotland on Air Force Two for a private holiday with his family.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Ricky Jones denies encouraging violent disorder after comments at a counter-protest last year.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

In its manifesto, Labour vowed to ban Section 21 orders which allow landlords to remove tenants without a reason.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Prosecutors say the emails were "racist, offensive and suggested Sunak should be killed".

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The former Reform UK MP says the "malicious attack" against him has "failed".

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The US vice-president is expected to stay in the outskirts of Kilmarnock during the private visit with his family.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Kent County Council said that "difficult money-saving decisions will be necessary".

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

Chris Philp says the incident took place as he was talking to people near Dunkirk, France.

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BBC - Politics (A week ago)

The foreign secretary has written to the Environment Agency to tell them about the error, and has now bought a licence.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

As forces are told they can share some suspects' ethnicity and nationality, officers warn of possible pitfalls.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The ex-minister denies the allegations of corruption against her, relating to a plot of land in Dhaka.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

As crossing hit 50,000 under labour, BBC Verify's Ben Chu looks at the data behind small boat migrant crossings.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Hefin David had been Member of the Senedd (MS) for Caerphilly since 2016.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Police forces will be encouraged to release a suspect's details in a move aimed at combating misinformation.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Sir George had a long career as a prominent journalist and SNP politician before becoming presiding officer in 2003.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The report criticises restrictions on freedom of expression after the Southport attacks and abortion buffer zones.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

A government minister describes the number as "unacceptable" but says Labour is "making progress".

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The US vice-president, Conservative shadow justice secretary and shadow home secretary meet during Vance's holiday in the UK.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The much anticipated book by the former first minister is now on sale - and the BBC's Scotland editor James Cook has been doing some speed-reading.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The report reduces criticism of some US allies like Israel, and escalates disapproval of perceived foes such as Brazil.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The Bank of England cuts its key rate to 4%, the fifth reduction since August last year.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The much anticipated book by Scotland's former first minister is now on sale.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

There is a risk of community tensions escalating in Epping, the authority says.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Jingye still owns the Scunthorpe plant that was taken over by the government under emergency powers.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Defending the group's proscription under terror law, she said the organisation was "not a non-violent organisation".

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that the UK will recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain conditions.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The former Labour prime minister says hitting the "undertaxed" sector could pay for benefits rises.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The proposed changes in England and Wales come after a coroner calls the UK's licensing system the "laxest in Europe".

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Home Office adds 15 more countries to "deport now, appeal later" policy to remove offenders before their appeals.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Sir Keir Starmer defended the government's handling of the economy but failed to answer a question about taxes.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The White House says Trump is open to Ukraine joining talks with Putin on Friday, as Zelensky insists any deal without Kyiv is a "dead decision”.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The story of 100 years of Plaid Cymru, exploring its successes and failures.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Under the proposals, those who are given fixed-term sentences could be deported straight away and would be barred from re-entering the UK.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The US vice president is beginning his UK holiday with a visit to the foreign secretary. Since when were they so close?

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The 54-year-old councillor pleaded not guilty to assaulting security guard Richard Welsh in June.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Mike Huckabee's comments come after the UK prime minister condemned Israel's Gaza City military takeover plan.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The first extracts from the former first minister's new memoir are being serialised by The Times.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Rupert Lowe says he will donate £1,000 to charity but makes "no apologies over being vigilant".

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Vance discusses Gaza and other issues with the foreign secretary at his official residence Chevening.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Ministers hope the legislation will give victims of crime more peace of mind.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The PM urges Israel to reconsider immediately its decision to "escalate" the offensive in Gaza.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Reform says it is "changing perceptions" but Conservatives say it has wasted its first 100 days in power.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The BBC's Damian Grammaticas explains the controversy surrounding China's mega-embassy plan.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

It comes after she increased rent on a house she owns within weeks of the previous tenants' contracts ending.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Victims' families have vowed to take the UK government to court after calling for a judge-led inquiry.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The detentions came as people arrived in Dover on Wednesday, the first day the pilot scheme came into force.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The Tory leader speaks about her background and values in an interview with the BBC's Amol Rajan.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Rushanara Ali faces criticism for increasing the rent on a house she owns by hundreds of pounds.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Deputy PM Angela Rayner is set to make a decision on the controversial development early next month.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Mike Young becomes the fourth Reform UK councillor to sit on Hartlepool Borough Council.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Rachel Reeves insists UK government already spends "more per head in Wales than we do in England".

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The charges come before a planned protest in support of the group on Saturday in London.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The MPs say students cannot meet the requirements as there is no visa application centre in Gaza.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

The shake-up will affect the share of central government funding distributed to councils in England.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Warwickshire Police has been accused of withholding details of two men charged over an alleged rape.

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BBC - Politics (2 weeks ago)

Some say Britain's decision is an important first step – while others worry it won't make a real difference, writes BBC's International Editor Jeremy Bowen.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

BMA says there is window of opportunity in coming weeks to reach a settlement after 12 strikes.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The story of 100 years of Plaid Cymru, exploring its successes and failures.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The row over Owain Williams selection threatens to reignite divisions in Welsh Labour.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The Cabinet Office spent £30,000 on a legal battle to prevent publication of a questionnaire for ministers.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Abuse and harassment of councillors needs a "national response", a deputy leader says.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Mark Sewards MP says the chatbot version of himself will allow people to ask for help with local issues.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper says guidance on what police reveal about suspects "needs to change".

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The Chief Constable says he has asked the Home Office to confirm the men's immigration status.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

A condition of the agreement is that Rwanda will "approve each individual proposed for resettlement".

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

A woman whose twin sister and nieces were shot dead welcomes firearm licensing rules which become law.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Wales' first minister is gearing her party up for the next Senedd election.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The ex-Labour leader - and keen gardener - accuses ministers of threatening a British tradition.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch MSP announced on Monday that she would not seek re-election next year.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The home secretary's comments follow calls for details to be released of two men charged over an alleged rape.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The MPs pose questions about £1.3m in payments to Yorkshire Water's chief executive.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The "one-in, one-out" deal, which starts tomorrow, will see some of those arriving in the UK returned to France.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

James Williams looks back at Plaid's history as the party celebrates 100 years since it was founded.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Internships will only go to students from poorer families in a push to make Whitehall more working class.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The plea comes after two men were charged in connection with the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl in Warwickshire.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The government says thousands of businesses go under each year as a result of invoices being paid late.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

A new "diversity and outreach" committee will try to reach parts of society currently missing out on honours.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Rupert Matthews, who held the position since 2021, has defected from the Conservatives.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

It will be the biggest embassy in Europe, if approved. But its opponents fear it brings with it certain risks and dangers

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The Highlands MSP said she did not want to "miss any more of the precious early years of family life".

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Funding will go towards extra National Crime Agency officers as well as new technology and equipment.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The offence of promoting illegal crossings online would carry a sentence of up to five years in prison.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The ex-Labour leader wants supporters to come up with a name for his new party.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Cat Eccles registered a trip she made to Israel and Palestine in May after the 28-day deadline.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The Police Federation says the 4.2% pay rise is "worth the price of a Big Mac per shift".

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The Conservative Party leader says she has not renewed her passport for the West African country in years.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Permanent Secretary David Williams will leave this autumn, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

The case against the former minister, who denies the allegations, will go ahead even if she does not attend.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

A third of councillors who responded to a survey said they had considered quitting.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Trump raises Canada's tariff rate as White House reveals new levies for dozens of nations

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Councillor Grace Lewis, 21, pledges to help with the setting up of the new political party.

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BBC - Politics (3 weeks ago)

Voting has opened in the Green Party of England and Wales leadership contest.

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