Day Headlines in Politics News: 2026-10-16
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We must save water as drought becomes new normal, says minister (BBC News - Politics 2026-10-16 12:15:15)
Severe drought was declared across parts of southern England after months of low rainfall. -
Burnham invites Swinney to work together on 'deeper Scottish devolution' (BBC News - Politics 2026-10-16 12:10:09)
The prime minister spoke on his first substantive trip to Scotland since moving into Downing Street. -
'Massive challenge' to protect Donaldson from harm in jail (BBC News - Politics 2026-10-16 10:38:56)
The former DUP leader was sentenced to 15 years for sex abuse against two women when they were children. -
Banks expect to be hit with higher taxes in Budget (BBC News - Politics 2026-10-16 10:16:27)
Senior banking executives have told the BBC they expect to be "on the menu" in the chancellor's Budget tax later this month. -
Councils warned of risks of high street pedestrianisation (BBC News - Politics 2026-10-16 07:59:47)
The government says the process "needs to be well considered", warning that banning traffic could damage local economies. -
Reform faces questions over candidate vetting after undercover filming (BBC News - Politics 2026-10-16 07:31:42)
Reform UK says the party has "improved and prioritised its vetting procedures". -
Burnham to urge Swinney to work with him on devolution during Scottish visit (BBC News - Politics 2026-10-16 05:22:31)
The prime minister will speak on his first substantive trip to Scotland since moving into Downing Street.