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• Councils putting homeless children at risk, MPs find (2025-04-03 00:48:47)
  An inquiry says children are living in "appalling conditions" and suffering impacts to their health.
• UK to keep pushing for deal after Trump imposes 10% tariff (2025-04-02 22:02:58)
  "No one wants a trade war" but "nothing is off the table", UK business secretary says.
• We don't pay enough for our food, says Alan Titchmarsh (2025-04-02 17:01:36)
  The TV gardener tells Radio 5 Live's Matt Chorley people should get tax cuts for growing their own veg.
• Who's standing in the Runcorn by-election? (2025-04-02 16:37:29)
  A total of 15 people are vying to be the next MP for Runcorn and Helsby in Cheshire.
• Trade war should not be UK's first response to tariffs - PM (2025-04-02 13:05:48)
  Sir Keir Starmer says he will rule nothing out as the government braces itself for new US tariffs.
• Labour's election battle bus spending under scrutiny (2025-04-02 09:47:20)
  The Electoral Commission is examining spending on Angela Rayner's election battle bus after Tory complaints.
• Trump poised to reshape global economy and how world does business (2025-04-02 08:34:36)
  The BBC’s economics editor Faisal Islam explains why a US tariff on goods imported into America is such a big deal for both consumers and countries.
• Public satisfaction with NHS hits record low (2025-04-02 01:00:30)
  A fifth happy with NHS in Britain, finds long-running poll, with waits and staffing of major concern.
• Chris Mason: Jitters, uncertainty and hope as UK awaits Trump tariff decision (2025-04-02 00:46:39)
  Talks are continuing between London and Washington at quite an intensity, our political editor writes.
• Uncertainty over £400m of Covid loans yet to be paid back (2025-04-01 23:03:31)
  There is a "high degree of uncertainty" over how much of the hundreds of millions of pounds lent to sports bodies during the Covid pandemic will be repaid, says an influential group of MPs.
• Grooming inquiry lawyer asked Home Office 'do you still want me?' (2025-04-01 21:45:00)
  Tom Crowther KC suggests there has been little progress nearly three months since his role was announced.
• FM criticises UK minister for saying she backs cuts (2025-04-01 17:57:03)
  Eluned Morgan criticises a senior Welsh Labour colleague for saying she backed benefits cuts.
• Sentencing council to be reviewed after two-tier row (2025-04-01 16:51:13)
  It comes after ministers introduced a law overriding new guidelines on minority offender sentencing.
• Private school VAT 'discriminatory', court hears (2025-04-01 16:32:02)
  Families argue that the policy "interferes with the fundamental right to an education".
• UK finalising Chagos deal with Mauritius, says No 10 (2025-04-01 16:19:04)
  Government sources have indicated that the agreement will not need further approval from the US.
• Adoption fund to continue after families 'left in limbo' (2025-04-01 15:56:32)
  Families had been calling for clarity for months about the therapy fund, which expired on Monday.
• Minister who bet on election in line for peerage (2025-04-01 15:12:24)
  Conservative Sir Alister Jack - who bet on the election date - is set to be given a seat in the Lords.
• UK will take calm approach to US tariffs, PM says (2025-04-01 14:18:53)
  Keir Starmer says he is "keeping all options on the table" to respond to new US trade tariffs.
• UK has best chance to overturn tariffs, says Reynolds (2025-04-01 07:42:51)
  Tne trade secretary says the UK will be hit by tariffs on Wednesday but can negotiate an exemption.
• Minister warns of risk from foreign donors (2025-04-01 02:54:37)
  Democracy Minister Rushanara Ali is planning measures to protect against foreign political interference.
• Sentencing guidelines ditched after 'two-tier' row (2025-03-31 18:45:18)
  It comes after the government said it would pass an emergency law to override the guidance.
• Sentencing guidelines delayed after 'two-tier' row (2025-03-31 18:13:59)
  It comes after the government said it would pass an emergency law to override the guidance.
• Birmingham declares major incident over bin strike (2025-03-31 17:14:16)
  City council leader John Cotton says the action is being taken because of public health concerns.
• Emergency sentencing law will not pass before Easter (2025-03-31 15:52:40)
  The PM says legislation will overrule guidelines which prompted claims of "two-tier justice".
• Buses in Wales to be brought under public control (2025-03-31 15:52:19)
  Ministers have promised a "simpler" network replacing a system where bus companies set their own timetables.
• UK expects to be hit by Trump tariffs, No 10 says (2025-03-31 15:40:16)
  Downing Street does not rule out retaliating if new tariffs are imposed on Wednesday.
• UK expects to be affected by Trump tariffs - No 10 (2025-03-31 12:59:37)
  Downing Street does not rule out retaliating if new tariffs are imposed on Wednesday.
• Adolescence hard to watch as a dad, Starmer tells creators (2025-03-31 12:34:09)
  Sir Keir Starmer tells them there is not a "policy lever that can be pulled" to combat online misogyny.
• Lib Dems aim to become 'party of Middle England' (2025-03-31 11:14:41)
  Sir Ed Davey says they're vying for votes in Tory-run council areas, in his local election launch.
• Fragmented policing on small boats was exploited, says PM (2025-03-31 11:00:41)
  UK-hosted talks, seen as the first of their kind, aim to increase international co-operation.
• Protests postponed after pharmacy funding boost (2025-03-31 03:15:32)
  Community pharmacies have delayed protest action after the government agreed a new funding package.
• UK to host 40 countries for illegal migration summit (2025-03-30 23:10:10)
  The talks, seen as the first of their kind, will aim to increase international co-operation.
• Starmer and Trump discuss 'productive negotiations' on economic deal (2025-03-30 21:35:11)
  The call comes after sources at No 10 say the government is prepared to retaliate against US tariffs if needed.
• Government to table law overriding sentencing rules (2025-03-30 14:47:11)
  The new legislation comes in response to a row over how ethnic minority offenders should be sentenced.
• Work checks can cut illegal migration, says Cooper (2025-03-30 14:43:36)
  The government has unveiled plans to expand work eligibility tests to workers in the "gig economy".
• Morning-after pill to be made free at pharmacies in England (2025-03-30 03:27:25)
  The government hopes the move will end the "unfair postcode lottery" some women face.
• UK prepared to retaliate against US tariffs, No 10 sources say (2025-03-30 01:46:58)
  The UK is in last-minute negotiations with the White House ahead of US tariffs being implemented.
• Reform UK launches 'most ambitious' local election campaign (2025-03-28 23:59:23)
  Reform is hoping for major gains at it contests nearly all the1,600 council seats up for re-election on 1 May.
• Reform UK launch 'most ambitious' local election campaign (2025-03-28 22:48:33)
  Reform is hoping for major gains at it contests nearly all the1,600 council seats up for re-election on 1 May.
• Labour councillors resign over Starmer's leadership (2025-03-28 20:05:20)
  The three councillors say they disagree with recent policy choices taken by the Westminster party.
• Minister threatens to override new sentencing rules in 'two-tier' row (2025-03-28 16:22:22)
  It follows a row with the Sentencing Council over how ethnic minority offenders should be sentenced.
• Reform UK to launch local election campaign (2025-03-28 16:04:29)
  Reform is hoping for major gains at it contests nearly all the1,600 council seats up for re-election on 1 May.
• PM hails £415m boost for North of England rail (2025-03-28 15:45:51)
  Sir Keir Starmer says upgrading rail connections could "massively improve" people's lives.
• Authority to scrap public questions at meetings (2025-03-28 14:03:47)
  Opponents criticise the plan which will see Mayor Ben Houchen hold Question Time events instead.
• First minister refuses to back welfare cuts (2025-03-28 13:55:04)
  Eluned Morgan refuses to back benefit cuts announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves earlier this week.
• Trump giving too much ground on Ukraine, says Farage (2025-03-28 13:19:04)
  The Reform UK leader says Russia appears to be "getting far too much" in US-led ceasefire talks.
• Major funding package to improve rail services (2025-03-28 12:56:51)
  Sir Keir Starmer says the "new" cash will go towards the Transpennine electrification scheme.
• Starmer reveals £415m funding for North rail link (2025-03-28 12:56:51)
  Sir Keir Starmer says the "new" cash will go towards the Transpennine electrification scheme.
• PM's spokesman quits Downing Street after nine months (2025-03-28 12:53:55)
  Veteran Labour spin doctor Matthew Doyle says "it's time to pass the baton" on in a shake-up of the PM's media team.
• Sentencing body rebuffs minister in 'two-tier' row (2025-03-28 12:42:42)
  Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood says she is "extremely disappointed" by the sentencing council decision.
• PM's communications chief quits after nine months (2025-03-28 10:56:01)
  Veteran Labour spin doctor Matthew Doyle says "it's time to pass the baton" on in a shake-up of the PM's media team.
• UK car firms urge help as Trump tariffs loom (2025-03-28 10:41:54)
  Manufacturers are expected to ask for state support ahead of next week's 25% tax on exports.
• UK carmakers to meet government over Trump tariffs (2025-03-28 09:17:35)
  Manufacturers are expected to ask for state support ahead of next week's 25% tariff on exports.
• Ukrainians lose out on jobs and homes over visa uncertainty (2025-03-28 00:05:48)
  Some employers and landlords are reluctant to hire or rent to Ukrainians because their visas are due to expire.
• David Dimbleby: I thought the free market was with us forever - then Trump came along (2025-03-28 00:00:13)
  Why the reign of the free market is facing its biggest ever challenge
• UK child poverty numbers reach a record high (2025-03-27 21:26:36)
  About 31% of children are living in relative poverty after housing costs, government figures show.
• Men make sacrifices many women don't for top jobs, Farage says (2025-03-27 20:39:21)
  The Reform leader makes the comments on the role of women in the workplace at an event in Westminster.
• Government to fall short of housing target, figures suggest (2025-03-27 18:17:14)
  The government will not get close to the extra homes needed to hit its housing in England, figures say.
• UK not entering trade war with US, says Starmer (2025-03-27 18:06:26)
  The UK is in "intense negotiations" with the US over tariff plans, the prime minister says.
• Blackcurrant in Guinness 'a cardinal sin', says MP (2025-03-27 17:52:11)
  During a debate on St Patrick's Day and Northern Irish affairs, MPs commend Ireland on its contribution to "the great British pub".
• Watch: Don't call civil servants 'pen-pushers', says Sue Gray (2025-03-27 17:20:43)
  Watch: Don't call civil servants 'pen-pushers', says Sue Gray
• Why Rachel Reeves may have to raise UK taxes in October (2025-03-27 17:04:27)
  The chancellor is on track to meet her own fiscal rules, so why is there talk of tax rises in the autumn?
• Warning taxes could still rise despite benefit cuts (2025-03-27 15:51:27)
  Global uncertainty over Trump's tariffs could derail the chancellor's plans, economists warn.
• Increase sanctions on Russia to secure peace, Starmer says (2025-03-27 14:47:20)
  Now is not the time for pulling back or weakening sanctions, prime minister says at summit in Paris.
• Starmer accuses Putin of 'playing games' over Ukraine peace deal (2025-03-27 14:47:20)
  Now is not the time for pulling back or weakening sanctions, prime minister says at summit in Paris.
• The five steps that could lead to UK tax rises in October (2025-03-27 14:29:04)
  The chancellor is on track to meet her own fiscal rules, so why is there talk of tax rises in the autumn?
• Minister sorry for pocket money example on benefits (2025-03-27 13:01:48)
  Darren Jones apologises for the "tactless" comments after critics branded them "offensive" and "patronising".
• Swinney leads tributes to SNP minister McKelvie (2025-03-27 12:50:48)
  Emotional parliamentarians shared their memories of McKelvie following her death at the age of 57.
• Reeves won't take more free tickets after backlash (2025-03-27 12:25:06)
  The chancellor has faced criticism for accepting free tickets to watch Sabrina Carpenter from a box.
• Thousands of jobs at risk as British Steel threatens closure (2025-03-27 11:09:50)
  The company announces a consultation that could see the closure of two blast furnaces at Scunthorpe.
• Minister sorry for comparing benefits to pocket money (2025-03-27 09:54:50)
  Darren Jones apologises for the "tactless" comments after critics branded them "offensive" and "patronising".
• Starmer accuses Putin of hollow promises on ceasefire (2025-03-27 09:50:12)
  The prime minister is co-hosting a summit of the "coalition of the willing" on Ukraine in Paris.
• Death and rape threats among abuse suffered by politicians (2025-03-27 06:32:07)
  Some MLAs are considering leaving elected politics over the abuse they and their families face, BBC News NI understands.
• Why are MPs debating changes to daylight saving? (2025-03-27 06:10:28)
  Alex Mayer MP is calling for a return to "Churchill Time" where clocks are set two hours ahead.
• Chris Mason: Trump means uncertainty is the new certainty for the UK (2025-03-27 06:05:09)
  The strategy from the UK government has been to wrangle in private and say as little as possible in public, our political editor writes.
• Anxiety over welfare cuts rises among Labour MPs (2025-03-26 20:14:34)
  There is some unease in Labour's ranks over the planned savings to welfare in the Spring Statement.
• Next free speech fine may cost millions, unis told (2025-03-26 19:30:15)
  The regulator has fined the University of Sussex £585,000 for failing to protect free speech on campus.
• Faisal Islam: Could surprise on growth save the day? (2025-03-26 19:22:45)
  The UK's economic prospects are better than expected, but the forecasts are precarious and could easily be derailed.
• Farage and NatWest settle dispute over bank account closure (2025-03-26 19:19:52)
  The agreed settlement comes almost two years after the Reform UK leader had his bank account with Coutts closed.
• Faisal Islam: Reeves is in danger of being boxed in by her own rules (2025-03-26 19:07:06)
  The UK's economic prospects are better than expected, but the forecasts are precarious and could easily be derailed.
• BBC Verify: How did Rachel Reeves make her sums add up? (2025-03-26 17:23:30)
  BBC Verify's Ben Chu looks at how the Chancellor managed to stick to her fiscal rules in the Spring Statement, despite a jump in borrowing costs for the Government.
• Warning taxes could still rise despite welfare cuts (2025-03-26 17:20:29)
  The chancellor is set to meet her financial rules, but her room for manoeuvre remains tight, leading to speculation over tax rises.
• Reeves squeezes benefits as 2025 growth forecast halved (2025-03-26 16:16:46)
  The chancellor unveils defence spending boost and welfare changes in Spring Statement.
• Housebuilding plans forecast to boost economy by £6.8bn (2025-03-26 14:55:25)
  Planning reforms could result in 1.3 million new homes by the end of the decade, watchdog says.
• Three ways the Spring Statement could affect you and your money (2025-03-26 14:42:13)
  While the Spring Statement focusses on the wider UK economy, it could have implications for your money.
• Growth forecast halved for 2025 but later years upgraded (2025-03-26 14:33:06)
  The economy is now predicted to grow by only 1% in 2025 but the OBR thinks growth will pick up in the following years.
• Watch: What to know about the Spring Statement...in 58 seconds (2025-03-26 14:27:36)
  Henry Zeffman explains what you need to know about the Spring Statement.
• Watch: What to know about the Spring Statement... in 58 seconds (2025-03-26 14:27:36)
  Henry Zeffman explains what you need to know about the Spring Statement.
• Spring Statement 2025: Key points at a glance (2025-03-26 13:19:45)
  Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled her plans for the UK economy in the House of Commons.
• 'I get £800 a month as a student - it's tight' (2025-03-26 11:54:52)
  As the chancellor prepares to update her plans for the economy we hear how ordinary people are tackling their own financial challenges.
• Clothes sales push inflation down more than expected (2025-03-26 09:00:47)
  Inflation fell to 2.8% in February, driven by cheaper women's clothing.
• Faisal Islam: No tax rises and no return to austerity but will it last? (2025-03-26 07:25:06)
  The Spring Statement is "not a Budget", but the chancellor is facing major tax and spending challenges.
• Reeves to make fresh welfare cuts in Spring Statement (2025-03-26 07:19:10)
  The chancellor is set to expand cuts to benefits after being told the reforms would save less than planned.
• Government concerns over assisted dying timeline (2025-03-26 04:04:50)
  The Labour MP bringing the bill says she is "disappointed" to be proposing pushing the implementation deadline to 2029.
• Reeves to make new welfare cuts in Spring Statement (2025-03-26 00:50:22)
  The chancellor will warn of a "changing world" as she sets out the latest plans for the economy.
• 'As a student, £800 a month is quite tight' (2025-03-26 00:02:18)
  As the chancellor prepares to update her plans for the economy we hear how ordinary people are tackling their own financial challenges.
• Sussex university fined £585k in free speech row (2025-03-25 23:58:26)
  The university is fined by the higher education regulator for failing to uphold freedom of speech.
• University of Sussex fined £585k in free speech row (2025-03-25 23:58:26)
  The university is fined by the higher education regulator for failing to uphold freedom of speech.
• University of Sussex fined £585k in transgender free speech row (2025-03-25 23:58:26)
  The university is fined by the higher education regulator for failing to uphold freedom of speech.
• Local elections 2025: Is there an election in my area? (2025-03-25 14:18:10)
  Find out whether there is an election near you on 1 May using our postcode lookup tool.
• Watch: Starmer visits UK nuclear-armed submarine (2025-03-20 04:24:56)
  The prime minister pays a rare visit to the crew of HMS Vanguard, as the submarine returns to UK waters after more than 200 days of patrol.
• Ministers struggle to quell MP concerns over benefit cuts (2025-03-19 18:28:43)
  Ministers have been meeting Labour MPs worried about new restrictions to disability payments.
• What are the Pip and universal credit changes and who is affected? (2025-03-19 08:16:12)
  The government says changes to the welfare system will save £5bn and get people into work.
• Chris Mason: Uncertainty over benefits changes could go on for some time yet (2025-03-18 23:35:33)
  It could be some time before people know how they may be affected by the government's benefits overhaul.
• Does cutting benefits actually work? (2025-03-18 17:03:34)
  The government has set out plans to save billions of pounds from the welfare bill - how have previous attempts to do this fared?
• At-a-glance: Key changes to benefits in welfare shake-up (2025-03-18 16:13:44)
  How Personal Independence Payments (Pip) and other health-related benefits could change under government plans.
• Could Starmer be in for a benefits rebellion as tribes clash in his own party? (2025-03-15 13:05:44)
  Labour may have ditched its factional in-fighting - but deep welfare cuts could reignite tensions.
• Chris Mason: Starmer echoes Liz Truss on reform of government (2025-03-13 15:18:13)
  Sir Keir's argument overlaps with the former PM's - that the proliferation of arm's length bodies slow down change.
• Bonfire of the quangos? Keir Starmer pledges shake-up of regulators (2025-03-13 11:39:57)
  The PM will pledge to slash the costs of regulation with an "active government" in a speech later.
• How will the latest Trump tariffs affect the UK? (2025-03-12 16:13:02)
  How much will the UK be hit by US tariffs and what happens next?
• Sturgeon remains the biggest name in Scottish politics (2025-03-12 14:22:54)
  Nicola Sturgeon's decision to stand down as an MSP was obvious but it still has the capacity to startle, says BBC Scotland political editor Glenn Campbell.

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