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• Mason: Reform UK amplifies existing jitters for Labour and Conservatives (2025-09-16 01:03:37)
  The BBC's political editor says people at the top of government acknowledge the last few weeks have been dreadful for them.
• Why Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning (2025-09-15 23:06:35)
  Months of planning have gone into the state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders.
• Hillsborough Law will include duty of candour (2025-09-15 21:30:22)
  The proposed law would force public bodies to co-operate with investigations into major disasters.
• Musk's language was abhorrent, says home secretary (2025-09-15 16:13:02)
  Shabana Mahmood says the tech billionaire "doesn't get to mess with British democracy" after Musk calls for dissolution of Parliament.
• PM: I would never have appointed Mandelson had I known full Epstein links (2025-09-15 16:10:40)
  The PM says a due diligence process was gone through before Lord Mandelson was appointed US ambassador.
• Starmer aide resigns after explicit texts about Abbott surface (2025-09-15 15:59:14)
  Downing Street said the messages about the veteran MP were "appalling and unacceptable".
• Tory MP and shadow minister Danny Kruger defects to Reform (2025-09-15 11:30:39)
  The East Wiltshire MP said the Conservatives were no longer the main party of opposition.
• Charges dropped against two men accused of spying for China (2025-09-15 10:51:45)
  Christopher Cash, 30, and Christopher Berry, 33, had previously denied the allegations.
• Conservative MP Danny Kruger defects to Reform UK (2025-09-15 10:20:34)
  Conservative shadow minister for work and pensions MP Danny Kruger unveiled as later defector to Reform UK.
• Starmer facing leadership questions after Mandelson sacking (2025-09-15 07:33:57)
  Some Labour MPs have become more vocal in their criticism of the prime minister after the departures of Angela Rayner and Peter Mandelson.
• UK and US unveil nuclear energy deal ahead of Trump visit (2025-09-15 07:09:02)
  Key among the plans is a proposal to build up to 12 advanced modular nuclear reactors in Hartlepool.
• Tories demand answers on Mandelson in letter to Starmer (2025-09-15 02:39:19)
  Conservatives call for release of documents showing what and when the PM knew about the former ambassador's ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
• UK and US unveil nuclear energy deal promising thousands of jobs (2025-09-14 23:23:54)
  Key among the plans is a proposal to build up to 12 advanced modular nuclear reactors in Hartlepool.
• Phillipson urges Labour to remain united (2025-09-14 17:08:00)
  Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson launches her Labour deputy leadership bid in Sunderland.
• We will never surrender our flag, Sir Keir Starmer says (2025-09-14 13:42:09)
  The prime minister said the flag represents "our diverse country" and he will not allow people to feel intimidated.
• Robinson tapping into disquiet in the country, says minister (2025-09-14 12:51:40)
  Business Secretary Peter Kyle says Robinson has been able to tap into a years-long sense of grievance in the country.
• Mandelson should never have been ambassador, says Epstein victim's family (2025-09-14 11:12:31)
  In an exclusive interview on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, Virginia Giuffre's brother said, "he should never have been given the position".
• Trump loves all things royal. Will that be King's ace card on UK state visit? (2025-09-14 05:00:11)
  If anyone can get the president's attention, King Charles and the Royal Family must be close to the top of the list.
• Trump's coming to Britain. Let the royal schmooze-fest begin (2025-09-14 05:00:11)
  If anyone can get the president's attention, King Charles and the Royal Family must be close to the top of the list.
• Trump's coming to Britain. He'll get a spectacular royal welcome but no cheering crowds (2025-09-14 05:00:11)
  If anyone can get the president's attention, King Charles and the Royal Family must be close to the top of the list.
• First sick children have left Gaza for UK - Cooper (2025-09-14 01:50:42)
  The Foreign Office says the group of children will arrive in the UK "in the coming days".
• No 10 questioned Mandelson on Epstein links before appointment (2025-09-13 18:05:53)
  The fallout is continuing after Peter Mandelson's sacking as UK ambassador to Washington over his links to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.
• Migrant return flights to France set to start next week (2025-09-13 14:52:15)
  Dozens of migrants were detained in Dover last month under the new 'one in, one out' agreement between the UK and France.
• With Trump's state visit days away, blame game begins over Mandelson scandal (2025-09-13 13:40:03)
  There is growing disquiet over the roles of Starmer, his chief of staff and Whitehall vetting in the saga.
• Starmer defended Mandelson after officials knew about Epstein emails, BBC understands (2025-09-13 01:39:52)
  Sources say that the prime minister was not aware of new emails between Mandelson and Epstein when he defended the former UK ambassador to the US at PMQs.
• Epstein paid for Mandelson's travel in 2003, documents show (2025-09-12 16:59:53)
  Mandelson was sacked as the UK's ambassador to the US over his links to the late convicted paedophile.
• MP behind assisted dying law 'uncomfortable' with May's suicide claim (2025-09-12 16:46:30)
  The House of Lords begins its scrutiny of the Terminally Ill Adults Bill, which was passed by MPs.
• Labour MP says PM not up to the job, as Mandelson backlash grows (2025-09-12 16:19:17)
  No 10 say Peter Mandelson was sacked as the UK's ambassador after new information about his links to Jeffrey Epstein came to light.
• Peers share personal losses as assisted dying law is examined (2025-09-12 14:26:39)
  The House of Lords begins its scrutiny of the Terminally Ill Adults Bill, which was passed by MPs.
• New Troubles legacy agreement 'very close', says Irish PM (2025-09-12 13:54:48)
  Taoiseach Micheál Martin described a meeting with Sir Keir Starmer, which took place on Friday, as "warm and constructive".
• MP's pooch crowned Westminster Dog of the Year (2025-09-12 13:31:44)
  Poykee, a 13-year-old Keeshond, took the crown as the competition's 2025 winner.
• University strips Mandelson honours in Epstein row (2025-09-12 13:20:10)
  Manchester Metropolitan University cuts ties with Labour peer, who was chancellor from 2016 to 2024.
• Farage insists he has no financial stake in Clacton home (2025-09-12 12:44:17)
  The Reform leader is facing questions about how his partner could afford to buy the house in his constituency.
• Cooper reaffirms Ukraine support as she visits Kyiv (2025-09-12 12:33:20)
  The foreign secretary has travelled to Ukraine's capital for her first overseas visit in her new role.
• Labour MPs' growing fury over Mandelson appointment (2025-09-12 11:19:25)
  No 10 say Mandelson was sacked after new information about his links to Jeffrey Epstein came to light.
• Lords urged to scrutinise but not block assisted dying law (2025-09-12 10:55:07)
  MPs in the Commons backed the Terminally Ill Adults Bill by a majority of 23 in June this year.
• UK economy saw zero growth in July (2025-09-12 09:07:46)
  The economy failed to grow following the biggest contraction in manufacturing output for a year.
• Labour MPs despondent, says minister after Mandelson and Rayner chaos (2025-09-12 08:09:05)
  Keir Starmer is facing questions over why he picked Mandelson for the Washington job despite his links to Jeffrey Epstein.
• Reform ex-Tory says too many Tory rejects in party (2025-09-12 05:11:48)
  Blackpool Reform UK councillor criticises party over Tory 'rejects'
• We will build 1.5m homes, new housing secretary insists (2025-09-12 05:01:51)
  Steve Reed tells the BBC the government is "absolutely committed" to the pledge, which was in Labour's election manifesto.
• Political Thinking with Nick Robinson (2025-09-12 05:00:00)
  The man who replaced his close friend Angela Rayner as housing secretary joins Nick.
• Assisted dying bill to be debated in House of Lords (2025-09-12 03:46:30)
  Opponents of the proposed law for England and Wales say there should be further scrutiny before peers discuss the issue.
• In Conversation With Kaja Kallas (2025-09-12 02:11:00)
  The EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas speaks to BBC Newshour's Shaun Ley about Ukraine
• Brazil's Former President Found Guilty Of Plotting Coup (2025-09-11 21:32:16)
  Brazil's Supreme Court reached the majority of three votes needed to find him guilty
• Starmer Sacks UK Ambassador to US (2025-09-11 21:13:34)
  The PM has sacked Peter Mandelson over his links to the US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein
• Phillipson and Powell set for Labour deputy showdown (2025-09-11 18:15:46)
  The only other remaining candidate, Bell Riberio-Addy, failed to get enough support to progress in the contest.
• Starmer facing fresh questions after Mandelson sacking (2025-09-11 17:32:15)
  The PM is facing questions over what he knew about Lord Mandelson's friendship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
• Calls for Mandelson to lose high steward role (2025-09-11 16:12:52)
  Hull councillors will hold a vote on the title after the peer's sacking as ambassador to the US.
• Caerphilly leader quits Labour and backs Plaid Cymru (2025-09-11 15:22:35)
  Sean Morgan quits as leader of local authority days after Labour launches its campaign.
• Chris Mason: Starmer is losing senior figures at the rate of one a week (2025-09-11 15:01:12)
  Lord Mandelson's departure follows a similar pattern to that of deputy prime minister Angela Rayner.
• Why did Starmer take the risk of appointing Peter Mandelson? (2025-09-11 13:16:37)
  Many Labour MPs think the prime minister should have seen the Mandelson scandal coming a mile off, writes Joe Pike.
• Peter Mandelson: Rise and fall of Labour's political fixer (2025-09-11 12:09:04)
  For 40 years the wily operator made himself indispensable to successive Labour leaders - but has also caused them headaches.
• Farage faces questions over who funded £885,000 Clacton constituency home (2025-09-11 12:01:49)
  A BBC investigation raises questions about how the Reform UK leader's partner paid for a home in his constituency.
• Man arrested over fire at Labour MP's office (2025-09-11 11:58:20)
  A spokesperson for Sharon Hodgson says the MP will not "will not be deterred".
• How Lord Mandelson's links to Jeffrey Epstein got him sacked (2025-09-11 11:07:38)
  The BBC's Henry Zeffman analyses this latest development and what it means.
• Mandelson sacked as ambassador to US over Epstein links (2025-09-11 10:13:18)
  The emergence of emails show the extent of his relationship with the convicted paedophile, the Foreign Office says.
• Thornberry and Barker pull out of deputy Labour leader race (2025-09-11 09:51:10)
  The remaining candidates have to get support from 80 MPs by 17:00 on Thursday to progress in the contest.
• Barker and Thornberry pull out of deputy Labour leader race (2025-09-11 09:51:10)
  The remaining candidates have to get support from 80 MPs by 17:00 on Thursday to progress in the contest.
• 'Revulsion' in Labour at Mandelson links with Epstein, says MP (2025-09-11 09:39:45)
  Sir Keir Starmer faces growing calls to sack the UK's ambassador to Washington after fresh revelations.
• Licence cancellations of migrant work visas double (2025-09-11 08:49:56)
  Bosses were said to have underpaid workers and helped them get around immigration rules.
• Thornberry pulls out of deputy Labour leader race (2025-09-11 08:17:19)
  Thornberry had gathered 13 nominations from Labour MPs, far short of the 80 needed to progress in the contest.
• Blow for UK drugs sector as Merck scraps £1bn expansion (2025-09-11 07:29:33)
  The firm, known as MSD in Europe, said there has been a lack of investment in life sciences.
• Watch: 'Dark moment for America', says Trump after Kirk killing (2025-09-11 06:35:19)
  Donald Trump said in a video statement that he was "filled with grief and anger at the heinous assassination of Charlie Kirk".
• Chris Mason: Jaws drop in Westminster at Mandelson revelations (2025-09-11 05:06:48)
  There is a drip, drip of revelations about the UK's ambassador's past links to Jeffrey Epstein - and calls for his resignation.
• Ministers must do more on Lifetime Isa reform, say MPs (2025-09-10 23:01:18)
  The Treasury Committee says the complex product, used by first-time buyers, needs an overhaul.
• Starmer facing pressure over Mandelson's Epstein links (2025-09-10 20:32:59)
  The Tories and some Labour MPs have called for Lord Mandelson to be sacked but Sir Keir has stood by him.
• Reform MS 'broke rules with racial slur but not expenses' (2025-09-10 18:48:29)
  Report by standards watchdog finds Laura Anne Jones broke rules over racist slur but not expenses.
• Phillipson cements status as Labour deputy frontrunner (2025-09-10 18:48:21)
  The education secretary becomes the first Labour deputy leader contender to gain enough support to run.
• No 10 files raise questions over whether Tory donations were legal (2025-09-10 16:32:09)
  A foreign billionaire who met then-PM Boris Johnson at Downing Street was described in an official log as a "donor".
• McGovern exits Labour deputy race and backs Phillipson (2025-09-10 16:15:43)
  The housing minister said she would not have the required backing of 80 MPs to progress in the contest.
• 'Being deputy Labour leader is a ghastly job' (2025-09-10 13:47:39)
  The first woman to hold the role speaks out as the race to replace Angela Rayner gets under way.
• More embarrassing Epstein exchanges to come, says Mandelson, as Starmer pressed at PMQs (2025-09-10 13:09:54)
  The UK's ambassador to the US likens his past association with the convicted paedophile to "an albatross around my neck".
• Labour deputy hopefuls woo MPs as Phillipson takes early lead (2025-09-10 11:04:32)
  The education secretary emerges as a frontrunner in the contest to replace Angela Rayner.
• More embarrassing Epstein exchanges to come, says Mandelson (2025-09-10 10:00:28)
  The UK's ambassador to the US likens his past association with the convicted paedophile to "an albatross around my neck".
• Police should stop logging non-crime hate incidents, watchdog says (2025-09-10 09:44:13)
  Sir Andy Cooke says the current legislation puts police officers in an "invidious position".
• Oldest Post Office scandal victim questions PM's dismissal of minister (2025-09-10 09:43:59)
  The 92-year-old says the relationship built up with Gareth Thomas is "all lost".
• Trans rights a 'red line' for Scottish Greens (2025-09-10 09:18:36)
  New party co-leaders tell the Scotcast podcast that trans rights are a 'red line' for supporting the Scottish Greens.
• Watch: Mandelson says he regrets falling for Epstein's lies (2025-09-10 08:51:03)
  Watch: Mandelson says he regrets falling for Epstein's lies
• Reform flag policy strips council boss of power (2025-09-10 06:00:21)
  A Reform UK-led council has taken decision-making powers over flags away from its chief executive.
• Approving China 'mega' embassy would be unlawful, UK government told (2025-09-09 23:02:45)
  Opponents are battling China's plan for a mega embassy in London's historic Royal Mint Court.
• Reeves tightens departmental spending ahead of budget (2025-09-09 22:00:37)
  Ahead of the Autumn budget, the chancellor is limiting access to the Treasury's emergency funds.
• Reeves clamps down on emergency funds for ministers (2025-09-09 22:00:37)
  Ahead of the Autumn budget, the chancellor is limiting access to the Treasury's emergency funds.
• Early skirmishes in Labour race highlight government headache (2025-09-09 21:02:29)
  The ripple effects of the Angela Rayner saga roll on as six candidates make their pitch for deputy.
• Chris Mason: Early skirmishes in Labour race highlight government headache (2025-09-09 21:02:29)
  The ripple effects of the Angela Rayner saga roll on as six candidates make their pitch for deputy.
• Phillipson is the frontrunner in race to replace Angela Rayner (2025-09-09 20:37:19)
  Candidates have until the end of Thursday to secure enough backing from Labour MPs to take part.
• Starmer to meet Israel's president in Downing Street (2025-09-09 17:50:04)
  The PM will stress the "the action Israel must take to end the horrific suffering" in Gaza, No 10 said.
• 'Butt out of Army row' - O'Neill tells DUP leader (2025-09-09 16:49:18)
  Her comments came after being accused of not being a "first minister for all" after Sinn Féin said the armed forces are not welcome at the event.
• Phillipson and Thornberry among six Labour deputy hopefuls (2025-09-09 15:16:26)
  Candidates have until the end of Thursday to secure enough backing from Labour MPs to take part.
• Phillipson and Thornberry join Labour deputy leader race (2025-09-09 11:30:17)
  Hopefuls have until the end of Thursday to secure enough backing from Labour MPs to take part.
• Who could replace Angela Rayner as Labour deputy leader? (2025-09-09 09:58:13)
  The winning candidate - voted for by Labour members - will be announced on 25 October.
• Reform 'would scrap' high-speed northern rail line (2025-09-09 09:43:30)
  Reform UK's deputy leader Richard Tice says the high-speed railway line plans are "insanity".
• Watch: First meeting of new cabinet inside Downing Street (2025-09-09 09:22:20)
  The gathering follows Angela Rayner's departure from government and a dramatic cabinet reshuffle.
• Bridget Phillipson enters Labour deputy contest (2025-09-09 08:05:31)
  The education secretary is the most senior figure to enter the race to replace Angela Rayner so far.
• Mandelson called Epstein 'best pal' in birthday message (2025-09-09 04:51:24)
  The description is contained an alleged 50th "birthday book" given to the disgraced financier that has been released by US lawmakers.
• Chris Mason: Rayner's replacement will show which way political wind is blowing in Labour (2025-09-09 03:56:14)
  Nominations for the new deputy leader of the Labour Party open today with a winner announced on 25 October.
• Rayner's replacement will show which way political wind is blowing in Labour (2025-09-09 03:56:14)
  Nominations for the new deputy leader of the Labour Party open today with a winner announced on 25 October.
• Badenoch 'worried' UK may need IMF bailout (2025-09-09 03:24:12)
  The Conservative leader tells the BBC the UK could be forced to go "cap in hand" unless the government delivers a plan for economic growth.
• MPs push for change on Palestine Action but minister stands firm (2025-09-08 20:25:16)
  There were 890 arrests in London on Saturday for protesting to lift the ban on the proscribed group.
• Reform conference shows party's growing ambition like never before (2025-09-08 11:00:58)
  The conference feels like that of a big party - but retains the insurgency vibe that the party is seeking to channel.
• Who's in Keir Starmer's new cabinet? (2025-09-07 09:58:49)
  An in-depth look at which Labour MPs are currently serving in Prime Minister Keir Starmer's cabinet.
• Starmer resets after Rayner row, but Labour turmoil is a gift for Reform (2025-09-06 11:59:10)
  The start of this political season has been wild, writes Laura Kuenssberg, and Labour now has Reform UK breathing down its neck.
• Faced with an almighty mess PM opts for big shake-up (2025-09-05 19:15:02)
  The prime minister knows he needs to be seen to be delivering and quickly - and he has to hope this new team can do it.
• Do Reform's economic plans add up? (2025-09-05 16:39:15)
  The party has pledged to boost spending, but some have questioned how the party intends to pay for its plans.
• Angela Rayner: Labour's working-class warrior who fell from power (2025-09-05 15:24:45)
  Her against-the-odds story and personality gave her a special status in Labour and put a target on her back.
• In full: Rayner, PM and ethics adviser's letters on her resignation (2025-09-05 11:53:02)
  Rayner says she "deeply regrets" her conduct over Hove property, while PM says he's "very sad".
• A timeline of the Angela Rayner flat row (2025-09-05 11:22:08)
  The deputy prime minister continues to face questions after admitting she underpaid tax on a £800,000 flat.
• What are Rachel Reeves' options on property tax? (2025-09-05 11:01:56)
  Reports suggest the government is considering shaking up the property tax system to raise revenue.
• Sir John Curtice: How Reform's capture of the Brexit vote could be enough to win an election (2025-09-04 23:31:21)
  The party has now been ahead in the polls for five months, but can it keep the momentum?
• Faisal Islam: Reeves has a bumpy road up to the Budget (2025-09-03 16:00:57)
  The chancellor hits back at speculation over tax rises, but will need to find the money from somewhere.
• Is Jeremy Corbyn's party about to make a Holyrood breakthrough? (2025-09-03 05:15:38)
  The former Labour leader fancies his chances north of the border, but the clock is ticking when it comes to next May's Holyrood vote.
• Ex-actor Zack Polanski's unusual path to become Green Party's new leader (2025-09-02 14:38:46)
  Zack Polanski has stormed to victory on a platform promising bold communication and "eco-populism".
• 'Parliament building inaccessible to me,' MP says (2025-09-01 23:56:09)
  Marie Tidball MP was born with a congenital disability and wants Parliament to be more accessible.
• Does Reform pose an existential threat to the Scottish Conservatives? (2025-08-28 05:24:36)
  As a Tory MSP defects, is Reform UK set to replace them on the right of Scottish politics?
• How Reform has changed the debate on migration (2025-08-26 16:34:23)
  Labour's ideal way of combating Nigel Farage is by fixing the asylum system and stopping small boats - but the party's strategy is also changing.
• Clarkson for PM, attacks on police dogs: Do Parliament petitions make a difference? (2025-08-23 23:40:38)
  People love signing petitions to get issues they care about debated by MPs - but some can't resist having a laugh.
• 'Thank you, but it's too late': Why some Palestinians aren't convinced by Starmer's promise (2025-08-01 23:36:59)
  Some say Britain's decision is an important first step – while others worry it won't make a real difference, writes BBC's International Editor Jeremy Bowen.
• Who is in charge? The prime minister's authority is in question again (2025-07-19 12:09:50)
  It's been a week of dismissals, disagreements and backbench bust-ups, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
• Labour might be down, but it's not necessarily out - voters reflect on a year in power (2025-07-05 16:11:02)
  What’s gone wrong for Labour? 2024 voters delve into it, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
• Starmer's stormy first year: Why his political honeymoon was so short-lived (2025-06-27 06:23:58)
  As the PM marks a year in office next week - which he will spend grappling with crises - British politics finds itself at an inflection point

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