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Number of headlines in database: 129
Last update: 2026-03-19 10:22:05
BBC News - Politics Headlines
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Pay grows at slowest rate in more than five years (2026-03-19 08:48:29)
Annual earnings grew at an annual rate of 3.8% in the November to January period, the Office for National Statistics says. -
House of Lords backs bid to decriminalise abortion (2026-03-19 08:47:28)
Abortion is a crime in England and Wales, unless under strict circumstances, under a 164-year-old law. -
King praises 'living bridge' with Nigeria at glitzy banquet (2026-03-19 03:16:18)
At the state banquet in Windsor Castle, King Charles praises the UK's partnership with Nigeria. -
Analysis: Is government going wobbly on its migration plans? (2026-03-19 00:53:01)
Chris Mason asks if the UK government will stick to its big immigration shake-up or water it down. -
UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports (2026-03-19 00:04:46)
Up to half of steel used in Britain should be made there, the government says, as it announces its steel strategy. -
Sadiq Khan says Labour should pledge to rejoin EU (2026-03-18 23:45:37)
Downing Street has repeatedly said the government will not rejoin the single market or customs union. -
Cost of online passport application could rise to over £100 (2026-03-18 19:32:09)
The Home Office says the increase will help it "move to a system that meets its costs through those who use it" and rely less on taxpayers. -
Is Angela Rayner making a move to be prime minister? (2026-03-18 19:29:12)
Angela Rayner's speech has reignited speculation that she is preparing to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the top job. -
Fly tippers face clearing up own rubbish as punishment (2026-03-18 17:13:28)
Fly tippers could face up to 20 hours of community service removing rubbish they have illegally dumped. -
PM urges Badenoch to sack shadow minister over Muslim comments (2026-03-18 16:53:39)
Shadow justice secretary Nick Timothy described a mass Muslim public prayer as an "act of domination and division". -
PM swerves questions on whether he spoke to Mandelson over Epstein friendship (2026-03-18 15:01:16)
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch repeatedly asks if the prime minister spoke to Peter Mandelson about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein before picking him to be a UK ambassador. -
Government backtracks on AI and copyright after outcry from major artists (2026-03-18 13:24:39)
However, the government's position is now unclear, saying it "no longer has a preferred option" for what to do next. -
MSP rules out reintroducing assisted dying bill after Scottish election (2026-03-18 12:58:27)
Liam McArthur said it was time to pass the baton to someone else after five years of work on the now-rejected bill. -
Greens push for billions to be spent on energy support if bills rise (2026-03-18 12:33:22)
Leader Zack Polanksi says ministers should end "uncertainty" over future prices caused by the conflict. -
Irish PM dodges potential St Patrick's Day bruises at Trump meeting (2026-03-18 11:55:06)
BBC News NI political editor Enda McClafferty looks at how Micheál Martin fared against Donald Trump during their St Patrick's Day meeting. -
Analysis: Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculation (2026-03-18 09:21:14)
The ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to. -
Angela Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculation (2026-03-18 09:21:14)
The ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to. -
How could assisted dying laws change in England and Wales? (2026-03-18 08:07:50)
MSPs rejected legalising assisted dying in Scotland, but a separate bill is being considered in England and Wales. -
Ukraine faces missile shortage due to Middle East war, says Zelensky (2026-03-18 07:56:49)
In an exclusive interview with the BBC, the Ukrainian president says Putin wants a "long war" between the US and Iran. -
Rayner warns immigration reforms risk being 'un-British' (2026-03-18 02:20:51)
Most migrant workers will have to wait longer to qualify for permanent residence under the government's proposals. -
Scotland's assisted dying bill rejected after emotional debate (2026-03-18 00:04:34)
Scotland would have become the first part of the UK to legalise the process had MSPs backed the proposals. -
Zelensky calls for Trump and Starmer to meet and find common ground (2026-03-17 23:15:26)
In an exclusive interview with the BBC after talks with Starmer, the Ukrainian president says the pair should meet to "re-load the relationship". -
Iran and Russia are 'brothers in hatred', Zelensky tells MPs (2026-03-17 18:26:19)
The president highlights how Tehran is selling drones to Moscow that have been used against Ukraine. -
Focus must remain on Ukraine despite Iran war, PM says (2026-03-17 17:17:19)
Starmer says Russia cannot benefit from the conflict in the Middle East, as he meets the Ukrainian leader in No 10. -
Ministers still wrangling over delayed defence investment plan (2026-03-17 16:00:47)
MPs ask defence bosses why a vital investment plan promised before Christmas is still on hold. -
Mayors to gain more spending power under Reeves tax plans (2026-03-17 15:43:04)
The Chancellor has set out the government's plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU. -
Reform UK council leader narrowly survives no confidence vote (2026-03-17 14:51:43)
Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch holds on after predicting he would win the vote. -
Unite fined £265k for 'slow walk' bin strike protests (2026-03-17 14:24:30)
A judge rules the union repeatedly breached an injunction preventing the blocking of waste vehicles. -
Reform council leader narrowly survives no confidence vote (2026-03-17 13:58:54)
Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch survived by one vote. -
How could assisted dying laws change in Scotland, England and Wales? (2026-03-17 10:10:46)
Separate bills to let terminally ill people end their life are being considered in Westminster and in Scotland. -
Zelensky to visit Starmer to sign new Ukraine-UK defence pact (2026-03-17 08:34:43)
Downing Street says the agreement bring together "Ukrainian expertise and the UK's industrial base". -
Quantum computing and AI to get £2.5bn to stop UK tech 'drifting abroad', Reeves vows (2026-03-17 07:19:27)
The chancellor tells the BBC she wants the "pattern to end" while also pledging closer ties with the EU. -
Reform pledges to scrap VAT and green levies on energy bills (2026-03-17 06:00:10)
There are fears the war in Iran could lead to a surge in household energy bills. -
Chris Mason: Why Starmer thinks he's called it right on war despite Trump barbs (2026-03-17 01:56:53)
The BBC's Political Editor Chris Mason considers the US president's recent jabs at the UK prime minister. -
Reeves vows to stop UK tech from 'drifting abroad' (2026-03-17 00:01:07)
The Chancellor tells the BBC she wants the "pattern to end" while also pledging closer ties with the EU -
Trump 'not happy' with UK response to Iran conflict (2026-03-16 23:18:41)
It comes after Sir Keir Starmer said the UK was working with allies on a plan to protect the Strait of Hormuz. -
Trump says UK should 'enthusiastically' join efforts to reopen Strait of Hormuz (2026-03-16 18:45:09)
It comes after Sir Keir Starmer said the UK was working with allies on a plan to protect the channel. -
Wary allies show there's no quick fix to Trump's Iran crisis (2026-03-16 15:12:25)
European leaders are hesitant to help Trump secure the Strait of Hormuz, but they know inaction on the Iran war isn't really an option. -
PM says UK working with allies on plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz (2026-03-16 12:58:31)
It comes after President Trump urged the UK and other countries to send warships to protect the vital shipping channel. -
Companies offered £3,000 to hire jobless under-24s (2026-03-16 11:19:32)
It comes as ministers grapple with spiralling unemployment rates among young people. -
Starmer announces £53m support to help with heating oil costs (2026-03-16 11:01:47)
The money will be for "vulnerable" households who have faced a sharp rise in energy bills since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran. -
Scotland's assisted dying debate reaches final stages on eve of vote (2026-03-16 06:18:49)
The long-running political battle over assisted dying comes to an end as MSPs get ready to vote. -
Starmer warned over assisted dying bill by more than 100 Labour MPs (2026-03-16 06:03:59)
More than 100 Labour MPs warn that failing to pass the legislation would undermine trust in politics. -
Inside the Rage Machine (2026-03-16 06:00:00)
The inside story of how social media algorithms sow division with real-world consequences. -
Firms to be paid to hire unemployed young people (2026-03-16 04:31:50)
Payments of £3,000 for each 18-24 year old given a job are among proposals to tackle youth unemployment being announced later. -
One-off £2,000 grant gives care leavers head start, study finds (2026-03-16 01:13:30)
Participants were less likely to become homeless or spend time in hospital or prison, researchers say. -
People turn to private health care to beat NHS waits, says watchdog (2026-03-16 00:35:08)
The patient watchdog warns of two-tier service as polling shows numbers paying for care is on the rise. -
Fears of two-tier health system as more turn to private care, says watchdog (2026-03-16 00:35:08)
The patient watchdog warns of two-tier service as polling shows numbers paying for care is on the rise. -
Labour calls for tax investigation into Reform's Tice (2026-03-15 23:36:36)
It follows a newspaper report that Tice had avoided corporation tax worth hundreds of thousands of pounds. -
Starmer to set out support plan for heating oil costs (2026-03-15 23:10:19)
Households have faced a sharp rise in the cost of heating oil since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran. -
Starmer speaks to Trump about importance of reopening Strait of Hormuz (2026-03-15 20:08:33)
The leaders discussed the need to "end the disruption to global shipping", No 10 says. -
UK looking at all options to secure Strait of Hormuz, says Miliband (2026-03-15 15:19:11)
The energy secretary also hinted at the possibility of sending minesweeping drones to the region. -
We will intervene on energy bills if necessary, says Miliband (2026-03-15 11:42:38)
Oil and gas prices have surged due to the US-Israel war in Iran, with fears over the cost of living. -
UK must build own nuclear missiles to end reliance on US, say Lib Dems (2026-03-15 05:59:31)
Sir Ed Davey is calling on the government to start work on a "fully independent British nuclear deterrent". -
Officials could gain police-style powers to tackle fly-tippers (2026-03-15 03:09:22)
The move would allow officers to search premises without a warrant, seize assets and arrest those suspected of criminality. -
Police-style powers to tackle fly-tippers being considered (2026-03-15 03:09:22)
The move would allow officers to search premises without a warrant, seize assets and arrest those suspected of criminality. -
Trump urges UK and other nations to send warships to Strait of Hormuz (2026-03-14 20:33:34)
The US president says he hopes China, France, Japan and South Korea will also send ships to defend the key oil shipping route. -
Former Labour minister dies after cancer diagnosis (2026-03-14 11:59:00)
The ex-Oldham MP Phil Woolas battled brain cancer for more than a year, his family says. -
Former Labour minister dies after cancer battle (2026-03-14 11:00:40)
The ex-Oldham MP Phil Woolas battled brain cancer for more than a year, his family says. -
Drivers could get licence points for fly-tipping (2026-03-14 09:53:31)
Councils will also be encouraged to seize and crush the vehicles of people caught fly-tipping. -
Chancellor to offer support over rising heating oil costs (2026-03-14 03:49:14)
Rachel Reeves says the Treasury is also looking at "different options" to help households most vulnerable to soaring energy bills. -
Doomed hereditary peers spy chance to stay in the Lords (2026-03-14 01:41:13)
The Tories are deciding which hereditary peers to keep after being offered 15 seats in a compromise deal. -
Ethics adviser rejects Tory call for inquiry into PM over Mandelson appointment (2026-03-13 22:17:38)
Sir Laurie Magnus said the relevant process appeared to have been followed when Lord Mandelson was made ambassador. -
First image emerges of Andrew, Mandelson and Epstein together (2026-03-13 16:50:46)
The image shows Lord Mandelson and the former prince in bathrobes sitting on wooden decking with Epstein. -
Iran war increases importance of good UK-Ireland relations (2026-03-13 15:52:59)
The second summit follows the announcement of new Irish investment of more than £900m into the UK. -
First image appearing to show Andrew, Mandelson and Epstein together emerges (2026-03-13 14:53:22)
The image appears to show Lord Mandelson and the former prince in bathrobes sitting on wooden decking with Epstein. -
Petrol retailers in row with government over 'rip off' accusations (2026-03-13 14:11:27)
They have pulled out of a meeting, accusing ministers of using "inflammatory language" over rising fuel prices. -
Starmer and Martin agree on infrastructure projects at UK-Ireland summit (2026-03-13 14:09:26)
The second summit follows the announcement of new Irish investment of more than £900m into the UK. -
Towie star's plea for mandatory ice skating gloves rejected (2026-03-13 13:31:07)
The Only Way is Essex celebrity Chloe Lewis launched her plea when her son lost part of his finger. -
UK urges allies to keep up pressure on Russia as US eases sanctions (2026-03-13 13:09:42)
Ministers say the UK will not be following the US by loosening sanctions on some Russian oil. -
Petrol retailers deny price gouging accusations (2026-03-13 12:55:07)
Ed Miliband says the competition watchdog is primed to intervene if firms use the oil price shock to "rip off" customers. -
UK economy flatlines in January as people cut back on eating out (2026-03-13 11:26:57)
Analysts had been expecting 0.2% growth for the UK economy at the beginning of the year. -
Starmer and Martin to tackle cost-of-living and security at UK-Ireland summit (2026-03-13 11:00:33)
The second summit follows the announcement of new Irish investment of more than £900m into the UK. -
Starmer and Martin discuss cost-of-living and security at UK-Ireland summit (2026-03-13 11:00:33)
The second summit follows the announcement of new Irish investment of more than £900m into the UK. -
Dharshini David: Economy on shaky ground even before Iran war (2026-03-13 10:58:28)
The government's hopes that 2026 would be the year when growth picks up are at risk of being scuppered. -
Farage regrets taking control of 'bankrupt' council (2026-03-13 10:43:11)
The Reform UK leader says he wishes the party "hadn't bothered" to take control of Worcestershire. -
UK economy flatlines as people cut back on eating out (2026-03-13 09:43:21)
Analysts had been expecting 0.2% growth for the UK economy at the beginning of the year. -
Minister in Belgium after migrant boat launches (2026-03-13 09:15:11)
The visit comes as people smugglers target the Belgian coast, away from main launch sites in France. -
Minister in Belgium amid concern over migrant boats (2026-03-13 09:15:11)
The visit comes as people smugglers target the Belgian coast, away from main launch sites in France. -
Post Office scandal 'has taken 21 years of my life' (2026-03-13 09:12:06)
Seema Misra calls for accountability as a report by MPs raises concerns about ongoing delays. -
UK economy saw zero growth in January ahead of Iran war (2026-03-13 08:35:19)
Analysts had been expecting 0.2% growth for the UK economy at the beginning of the year. -
RAF Typhoon jets in action over Bahrain (2026-03-13 08:16:58)
Two jets have been allocated to help Bahrain intercept incoming drones. -
Premiers to tackle cost-of-living and security at UK-Ireland summit (2026-03-13 06:46:51)
The second summit follows the announcement of new Irish investment of more than £900m into the UK. -
Oil price profiteering will not be tolerated, says Miliband (2026-03-13 02:54:39)
Ed Miliband says the competition watchdog is primed to intervene if firms use the oil price shock to "rip off" customers. -
Churchill's granddaughter happy with his picture being replaced on £5 note (2026-03-13 02:00:04)
Emma Soames rejected Nigel Farage's statement that the currency change was "wokery". -
MPs 'deeply troubled' by BBC World Service funding uncertainty (2026-03-13 01:47:19)
The current funding agreement between the BBC and the government expires at the end of this month. -
Watchdog says he 'can't trust ministers' with Sturgeon inquiry files (2026-03-12 20:12:25)
The information commissioner has threatened the government with more legal action over the release of files. -
Council leader bullish on no-confidence vote chances (2026-03-12 19:17:56)
Reform UK's George Finch says he is confident he will stay in charge on Warwickshire County Council. -
I can survive no-confidence vote - council leader (2026-03-12 19:17:56)
Reform UK's George Finch says he is confident he will stay in charge on Warwickshire County Council. -
UK troops at Iraq base shot down Iranian drones, Healey says (2026-03-12 17:06:56)
British forces based in Iraq shot down two drones overnight, Defence Secretary John Healey has confirmed. -
PM says Mandelson appointment was mistake as No 10 denies cover-up (2026-03-12 15:17:09)
Documents show Sir Keir Starmer was warned the peer's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a "reputational risk". -
Swinney seeks UK meeting over US military use of Prestwick Airport (2026-03-12 11:09:36)
Three American military refuelling aircraft that previously stopped at the airport are believed to be supporting US-Israeli airstrikes. -
Minister defends PM's handling of Mandelson appointment (2026-03-12 10:30:19)
Documents show Sir Keir Starmer was warned the peer's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a "reputational risk". -
I've lost friends since joining Reform, says Lord Offord (2026-03-12 10:12:37)
The ex-Conservative peer says he has made a "sacrifice" to join Nigel Farage's party as its leader in Scotland. -
I've lost friends since joining Reform, says Offord (2026-03-12 10:12:37)
The ex-Conservative peer says he has made a "sacrifice" to join Nigel Farage's party as its leader in Scotland. -
Student loans inquiry to look at whether system is 'unfair to graduates' (2026-03-12 00:03:21)
The Treasury Committee will look at whether "the goalposts [have] been moved in a way which is unfair". -
Starmer vows to crack down on 'profiteering' from fuel crisis (2026-03-12 00:00:21)
The prime minister is in Northern Ireland and is expected to hold talks with party leaders and visit a community centre. -
Chris Mason: Some nuggets but no huge revelations in first batch of Mandelson files (2026-03-11 23:54:45)
This first digital document drop about the prime minister's decision to appoint Lord Mandelson as US ambassador is interesting, but not explosive. -
Chris Mason: There may be no knockout blows from Mandelson files but it's far from over (2026-03-11 23:54:45)
This first digital document drop about the prime minister's decision to appoint Lord Mandelson as US ambassador is interesting, but not explosive. -
What do the first set of Mandelson files tell us? (2026-03-11 19:42:18)
The prime minister was warned that Mandelson's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a "reputational risk" before he was confirmed as US ambassador. -
A 'weirdly rushed' appointment - and other key takeaways from Mandelson files (2026-03-11 18:54:27)
A batch of documents has revealed new details about the appointment of Lord Mandelson as ambassador. -
PM was warned of 'reputational risk' over Mandelson's Epstein links (2026-03-11 18:30:20)
Documents also suggest the peer explored the possibility of a £500,000 severance payment after being sacked as US ambassador. -
Who is the 35-year-old rapper set to become Nepal's PM? (2026-03-10 17:08:35)
35-year-old rapper Balendra Shah is set to become Nepal's new PM. -
'What is the height of the London Eye?' minister asked (2026-03-10 16:04:10)
Migration minister Mike Tapp is unable to answer one of the questions on the UK citizenship test. -
Chris Mason: The cost of living is catapulted centre stage yet again (2026-03-10 06:04:13)
Labour faces pressure to stem the Middle East's impact on energy bills, writes the BBC's political editor. -
There's an inflation wave coming. How worried should we be? (2026-03-07 04:02:08)
Economic consequences are an intrinsic aspect of the Iran conflict, writes BBC economics editor Faisal Islam. -
Starmer tries to reassure as Iran crisis deepens (2026-03-05 18:35:57)
The PM acknowledged people are worried about family abroad, the economy, and potential further escalation. -
What did Keir Starmer say about the Iran conflict? (2026-03-05 18:18:36)
The conflict in the Middle East could continue "for some time”, the UK prime minister has warned. -
After Trump's 'no Churchill' jibe can the special relationship recover? (2026-03-04 04:49:01)
The remarks came amid a row over the refusal to permit the use of UK bases for the initial US-Israel strikes. -
Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran (2026-03-03 16:26:21)
European nations say they want to work better together but have differing priorities -
Spring Statement 2026: Key points at a glance (2026-03-03 14:27:04)
Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy, as the latest forecasts are unveiled. -
A simple guide to the May elections in England, Scotland and Wales (2026-03-03 09:44:57)
Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England. -
Why independence is still a political dividing line in Scotland (2026-03-03 06:16:14)
Scotland remains more or less split down the middle on independence, more than a decade after the referendum. -
Henry Zeffman: Starmer seeks to carve out distinct UK approach to this conflict (2026-03-02 18:05:54)
This is delicate terrain for the prime minister both in the UK and among international leaders too. -
Sir John Curtice: Which issues will decide the elections in Scotland and Wales? (2026-03-02 06:28:21)
A poll carried out for the BBC examines the issues which will influence how people plan to vote on 7 May. -
Zack Polanski's unusual path to becoming Green Party leader (2026-02-27 16:07:39)
Zack Polanski has led the Greens to their first Westminster by-election victory, just six months after taking over the party. -
From plumber to Parliament: the Green Party's new MP (2026-02-27 12:29:17)
Spencer marked her victory by apologising to customers for potentially having to cancel work due to her Westminster move. -
Sir John Curtice: Greens' win means future of British politics is more uncertain than ever (2026-02-27 06:06:26)
Not only did Hannah Spencer become the first Green to win a by-election, she won it well. -
How could assisted dying laws change across the British Isles? (2026-02-26 12:04:17)
Separate bills to let terminally ill people end their life are being considered at Westminster and in Scotland. -
Faisal Islam: Is the UK economy really turning a corner? (2026-02-25 20:52:23)
The Chancellor is trying to use this moment as a launching pad for a wider attempt to gee up consumer and business confidence. -
MPs openly criticising Andrew reflects shift in tradition (2026-02-24 20:29:41)
In the Commons, MPs shared their personal experiences of meeting the former prince – all of them were resoundingly negative. -
Who is Peter Mandelson? (2026-02-24 11:04:48)
A key Labour figure for decades, Lord Mandelson faces renewed scrutiny over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. -
The fallout from Labour's local elections U-turn is not over yet (2026-02-17 17:28:26)
Keir Starmer and his team knew last week that delays to council elections would need to be reversed. -
Ministers want to reform SEND - but they are treading very carefully (2026-02-16 01:11:05)
The government is expected to outline its plan to overhaul the complex system of support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England soon. -
One giant boys' club? Why Westminster can still feel like a man's world (2026-02-14 13:39:40)
The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg. -
What was the vetting process for Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador? (2026-02-05 15:40:56)
The PM has accused Lord Mandelson of lying throughout the process - but what did it involve? -
Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger (2026-01-28 12:16:59)
Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing -
Labour wants to shake up the police - but will that solve 'everyday crime epidemic'? (2026-01-24 12:27:09)
The home secretary is promising the biggest policing reform in centuries, but she faces a fight, writes Laura Kuenssberg. -
Jenrick's move is massive - but could it cause a bigger fight on the right? (2026-01-17 06:55:28)
He's a big political character adapting to a new political tribe, but his move could be overshadowed by a poisonous row.