Day Headlines in Politics News: 2026-04-12
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Wider licence extensions for pubs during World Cup (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-12 23:06:10)
The government had previously announced opening hour extensions in England and Wales for some knockout matches - but has now widened the eligibility. -
Deep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinners (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-12 21:55:13)
Schools are being told to cut down on sugary desserts, and provide more vegetables and whole grains. -
Swinney says Scottish independence referendum could be held in 2028 (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-12 21:07:24)
The SNP leader made the claim in the BBC's televised debate ahead of next month's Scottish election. -
Tice £91,000 tax row is 'minor administrative error', party claims (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-12 16:34:31)
A property company owned by the Reform UK deputy leader failed to pay £91,000 in tax on dividends, according to the Sunday Times. -
Welsh election not about independence, Plaid Cymru candidate says (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-12 14:05:45)
Plaid has promised not to hold a referendum if it gets into government, but would commission research into independence. -
US-Iran talks ending without deal disappointing, Streeting says (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-12 10:39:51)
The health secretary says the UK - which is not involved in the talks - wants to see a deal that ends Iran's nuclear ambitions. -
Starmer urges US and Iran to 'find way through' after peace talks falter (BBC News - Politics 2026-04-12 10:39:51)
The prime minister warns the US and Iran against "escalation", as negotiations end without agreement.