Day Headlines in Politics News: 2026-02-01
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Lord Mandelson resigns from Labour Party over Epstein links (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-01 22:51:57)
The former cabinet minister says he does not want to "cause further embarrassment" by his links to the late convicted paedophile. -
Charlotte Cadden chosen as Tory by-election candidate (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-01 14:29:37)
The ex-detective says she wants "a proper inquiry on grooming gangs" and "to get rid of carbon tax". -
'I've never taken drugs or drunk alcohol,' says Polanski (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-01 14:12:34)
The Green Party leader reiterates his backing for "legalising and regulating" drugs. -
Drugs policy approach needs to change, Polanski says (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-01 12:34:25)
The Green Party leader of England and Wales says there needs to be a "public health approach" as he reiterates his backing for the legalisation of drugs. -
Epstein sent $75,000 to accounts linked to Mandelson, files suggest (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-01 12:27:14)
Lord Mandelson says he has no record or recollection of receiving the sums and does not know if the documents are authentic.