Day Headlines in Politics News: 2026-02-19
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Andrew released under investigation after arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 20:52:08)
The former prince was pictured leaving a police station on Thursday evening, as police say searches in Norfolk have ended. -
Councillors defect from Reform to Restore Britain (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 20:08:11)
The pair have confirmed their move to the party that was set up by formed Reform MP Rupert Lowe. -
Lobbying firm co-founded by Mandelson on brink of collapse (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 19:49:30)
Global Counsel says administrators will take control on Friday, blaming the "maelstrom" surrounding Mandelson. -
UK has not given US permission to use RAF bases for Iran strikes (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 17:13:08)
It comes as US President Donald Trump criticises Sir Keir Starmer's deal to hand over the Chagos Islands. -
Reform expels two councillors amid defection claim (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 16:39:27)
The leader of Warwickshire County Council claims the pair planned to join Rupert Lowe's Restore Britain. -
Lobbying firm co-founded by Mandelson faces collapse (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 15:48:17)
Sources close to the company insist that its difficulties stem entirely from "the Mandelson legacy". -
MP Lowe asks High Court to block watchdog investigation (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 15:17:21)
Rupert Lowe is subject to a probe by the Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme. -
Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 12:49:02)
The former prince remains in custody while searches take place in Norfolk and Berkshire. -
Plaid Cymru leader abandons net zero emissions pledge (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 12:18:44)
Rhun ap Iorwerth said the target is not realistic, after his party had committed to net zero by 2035. -
Chagossians trying to resettle on islands defy removal order (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 11:42:00)
One says the British will have to "drag me from my beach" if they want him to leave the Chagos Islands. -
Starmer says Reform UK plans to repeal Equality Act 'shocking' (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 10:50:53)
Reform UK's education spokesman Suella Braverman says the UK is being torn apart by "tokenism" and "victimhood". -
Starmer appoints Romeo as head of UK civil service (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 10:28:16)
Dame Antonia will be the first woman to hold the post and replaces Sir Chris Wormald as the UK's top civil servant. -
Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 09:03:42)
The president's comments come just a day after the US gave its official backing to the UK's Chagos deal. -
PM says 'nobody is above the law' over Andrew allegations (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 07:40:37)
Police are currently considering allegations against Andrew, who has consistently denied any wrongdoing. -
Labour council leader 'angry with this PM' (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 05:27:19)
Gavin Callaghan hits out at Sir Keir Starmer over the government's U-turn on local elections. -
Pubs to open late for home nations World Cup knockout games (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 04:51:23)
Football fans in the UK will be able to enjoy an extra round at the pub thanks to new rules during the men's World Cup. -
Reeves fixated on 'dysfunctional' borrowing rules, says IFS (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 03:09:38)
The think tank suggests the chancellor's fiscal rules need to shift the focus from one key figure. -
Pupils with SEND to have support reviewed after primary, leaked plans suggest (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 01:32:15)
Leaks suggest plans for a complete redesign of special educational needs and disabilities support in schools. -
Child poverty figures in the UK expected to be revised down (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 01:03:10)
Official figures going back to 2018 are set to take billions in under-reported benefits income into account. -
Tech firms will have 48 hours to remove abusive images under new law (BBC News - Politics 2026-02-19 00:55:16)
The government is proposing that intimate image abuse should be treated more severely.