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• Brexit: EU ready to extend transition period (2018-10-18 16:14:03)
  Theresa May says both sides are determined to reach a deal, despite no major breakthrough.
• Carolyn Harris: Teach children about menopause to end taboo (2018-10-18 16:07:23)
  Labour MP tells the Commons boys and girls should be taught about the menopause in schools.
• Jamal Khashoggi case: Fox and Mnuchin quit Saudi summit (2018-10-18 15:52:33)
  The boycott comes amid fears journalist Jamal Khashoggi was killed inside a Saudi consulate.
• Flash glucose monitoring patch service for NHS patients (2018-10-18 15:51:33)
  A type one diabetic, who also uses a patch similar to Theresa May, disputes the PM's claims about access to the treatment.
• Theresa May on Northern Ireland issues in Brexit talks (2018-10-18 15:35:49)
  Theresa May predicts both "difficult moments" and "a good deal" for the UK and EU in upcoming Brexit negotiations.
• Brussels: UK PM questioned in Brussels on Brexit (2018-10-18 15:33:14)
  The UK PM is asked about keeping the promises she has made to Brexiteers, Remainers, business leaders and Northern Ireland residents.
• Jamal Khashoggi case: Liam Fox pulls out of Saudi summit (2018-10-18 13:21:56)
  The boycott comes amid fears journalist Jamal Khashoggi was killed inside a Saudi consulate.
• 'Mad cow disease' at Aberdeenshire farm after BSE confirmed (2018-10-18 12:12:24)
  Rural Economy Secretary Fergus Ewing says a movement ban has been placed on the unnamed farm.
• Sir Paul Beresford struggles with Scottish accent (2018-10-18 10:27:25)
  New Zealand-born MP Sir Paul Beresford struggles to understand a question from the SNP's David Linden.
• Oxford Conservatives Bullingdon Club ban overturned (2018-10-18 09:25:37)
  Oxford University's Conservative Association cancels a ban on members of the notorious dining club.
• Brexit transition extension would be 'for a matter of months' (2018-10-18 09:04:43)
  UK Prime Minister Theresa May says an option being considered is extending the post-Brexit transition - but only "for a matter of months".
• Brexit: UK to consider longer transition period (2018-10-18 07:35:39)
  Theresa May says the post-Brexit transition could be extended "by a matter of months".
• Brexit: Row erupts over Commons 'meaningful vote' (2018-10-18 03:38:56)
  There's anger after the Brexit secretary suggests the choice will be simply "take it or leave it".
• Brexit: UK 'may consider longer transition period' (2018-10-17 21:59:10)
  The transition period is due to end in December 2020 - but No 10 refuses to rule out an extension.
• Brexit: Commons vote must be 'unequivocal', says Raab (2018-10-17 20:15:27)
  Ministers suggest MPs will have a straight choice between whatever deal is on the table and no deal.
• John Bercow: Labour MPs urged not to 'confuse' Brexit and Commons bullying (2018-10-17 16:13:16)
  Jeremy Corbyn distances himself from Labour MPs' claims it is no time to change the Speaker.
• Theresa May: Brexit deal possible with intensive work (2018-10-17 16:07:09)
  The UK prime minister is meeting EU leaders in Brussels with talks deadlocked over the Irish border.
• British farmers shouldn't get cheap EU labour - government adviser (2018-10-17 16:03:44)
  Fruit and veg growers are likely to be hit by new immigration rules after Brexit, Lords are told.
• Benefits errors trigger £5,000 refunds for ESA claimants (2018-10-17 14:59:06)
  Errors mean 180,000 people on sickness benefits will now receive backdated payments.
• PMQs: Corbyn and May on post-Brexit Chequers trade deal (2018-10-17 14:17:57)
  The prime minister gives a one-word answer when Jeremy Corbyn asks about her plan for a post-Brexit trade deal with the EU.
• Theresa May: My Brexit plan is not dead (2018-10-17 13:33:50)
  The prime minister heads to Brussels with talks deadlocked over the Irish border.
• Who would build UK-Ireland border? (2018-10-17 13:31:56)
  A MP claims a physical border in Ireland "surely can never happen" unless the "EU army plans to march in" and build it.
• PMQs: Lucas and May on free TV licences for pensioners (2018-10-17 13:31:37)
  Theresa May is asked to "take responsibility" and step in over reports of free TV licences not being offered to those aged 75 or older in future years.
• Diabetic monitor PM uses available on NHS? (2018-10-17 13:31:16)
  A Labour MP says the diabetic monitor used by Theresa May is denied to 500,000 other people, but she says it is provided by the NHS.
• PMQs: Dodds and May on MPs' support for Brexit deal (2018-10-17 13:30:32)
  Nigel Dodds asks about the difficulties MPs face backing a withdrawal agreement without "pretty clear assurances" about a future EU trading relationship.
• Prime Minister's Questions: The key bits and the verdict (2018-10-17 12:44:01)
  Theresa May clashed with Jeremy Corbyn over Brexit - here are the key bits.
• Roger Daltrey: Brexit won't harm touring bands (2018-10-17 10:42:47)
  Legendary frontman of The Who, Roger Daltrey, gives his take on Brexit.
• Minister, what's your message for Mrs May? (2018-10-17 10:38:12)
  Theresa May will address EU leaders as she tries to make a Brexit deal. Europe ministers offer their advice to her.
• Cheaper food drives UK inflation lower in September (2018-10-17 09:57:13)
  Consumer prices fall by more than expected in September, dropping to 2.4%.
• Brexit: 'Expectations low' as PM heads to Brussels (2018-10-17 07:24:35)
  With talks deadlocked, EU leaders want Theresa May to give ground - but she says the ball's in their court.
• US moves to negotiate trade deals with Japan, UK, EU (2018-10-17 01:54:30)
  The US wants to negotiate three separate trade deals, but talks with the UK would start after Brexit.
• Reality Check: The backstop explained (2018-10-17 00:43:32)
  Confused by Brexit jargon? Reality Check unpacks the basics.
• The students who fear for their ambitions amid college cuts (2018-10-16 23:42:01)
  Teenagers share their views as staff and students prepare to protest against cuts to further education funding.
• Teach children how to avoid dog bites, say MPs (2018-10-16 23:30:48)
  Parents and schools need expert guidance, MPs say, as they call for a review into "dog aggression".
• Is the EU really united over Brexit? (2018-10-16 23:22:25)
  It's all to do with money and timing, says the BBC's Europe editor Katya Adler.
• Dame Margaret Beckett says Brexit issues 'trump bad behaviour' (2018-10-16 19:41:38)
  Former foreign secretary says dealing with Brexit "trumps bad behaviour'"
• Women told they aren't thin enough for eating disorder treatment, MPs told (2018-10-16 16:23:34)
  MPs debating the stigma surrounding eating disorders say the "medical profession are failing patients with eating disorders".
• John Bercow 'to quit as Speaker next summer' (2018-10-16 15:26:56)
  News of John Bercow's plans follows damning report into the Commons' handling of bullying cases.
• Brexit: 'No optimism' for summit breakthrough, says Donald Tusk (2018-10-16 14:46:35)
  The European Council president calls for "concrete proposals" from Theresa May to break the deadlock.
• Speaker: Commons needs new body to investigate bullying (2018-10-16 14:16:19)
  An independent body is needed to investigate bullying, harassment and sexual misconduct allegations in the Commons, says John Bercow.
• Bullying claims: Maria Miller tells John Bercow to quit (2018-10-16 14:10:26)
  The Commons needs new leadership, after a report finds bullying and harassment not being dealt with, says the women and equalities committee chairwoman.
• Speaker John Bercow wants independent body to examine Commons bullying claims (2018-10-16 14:03:09)
  The Speaker, who faces calls to quit, suggests an external body investigate Commons bullying claims.
• Brexit: Deadlock over Irish border ahead of EU summit (2018-10-16 13:56:27)
  Hopes of a breakthrough in talks with the EU are dented but the PM says the cabinet is united.
• Tory MP Craig Mackinlay on trial over election expenses (2018-10-16 11:43:23)
  Craig Mackinlay is accused of overspending in a bid to defeat Nigel Farage in South Thanet.
• Brexit: Theresa May seeks cabinet unity ahead of EU summit (2018-10-16 11:09:23)
  Theresa May is seeking to rally senior ministers behind her as talks enter a critical phase.
• Pepper the robot tells MPs about artificial intelligence (2018-10-16 10:54:56)
  Pepper the robot answers questions from MPs on the education select committee about helping to care for older people.
• Speaker John Bercow should quit, says Maria Miller after Commons bullying report (2018-10-16 10:15:39)
  The Speaker is under pressure after a critical report into bullying and harassment in the Commons.
• UK wage growth fastest for nearly 10 years (2018-10-16 09:46:49)
  Wages rose at an annual pace of 3.1% in the three months to August, official figures show.
• Universal credit rollout delayed yet again (2018-10-16 04:59:38)
  Documents seen by the BBC reveal plans to spend hundreds of millions of pounds to address problems with the system.
• Brexit: Cabinet meeting kicks off crucial 48 hours (2018-10-16 02:58:25)
  Theresa May will seek to rally senior ministers behind her as talks enter a critical phase.
• Hostility to men and the elderly could become hate crimes (2018-10-16 00:59:39)
  Misandry - the opposite of misogyny - and ageism could both soon be included in the definition.
• Hostility to men and elderly people could become hate crimes (2018-10-16 00:59:39)
  Misandry - the opposite of misogyny - and ageism could both soon be included in the definition.
• Labour's Kate Green to head Commons standards committee (2018-10-15 20:30:36)
  Kate Green was among those to vote in May against an inquiry into Speaker John Bercow's conduct.
• Welfare reform 'driving women to sex work' (2018-10-15 18:58:07)
  Ex-minister Frank Field claims women are being forced into prostitution by universal credit reforms.
• Voters split over post-Brexit economy, survey suggests (2018-10-15 18:49:17)
  One-third of Britons think the UK will be better off, but the same amount think it will be worse.
• Firearms debate axed amid rebellion talk (2018-10-15 18:26:59)
  Tory MPs were planning to oppose a total ban on "high energy" rifles in the Offensive Weapons Bill.
• Brexit: Are you optimistic or pessimistic? (2018-10-15 18:16:46)
  As the Brexit talks enter the final stages, new research shows that British voters are split on whether they think it will be good for the country.
• Commons staff told to study abuse report 'very carefully' (2018-10-15 18:09:01)
  Reports of behaviour alleged by staff include MPs being routinely "overbearing or confrontational".
• Theresa May says Brexit deal still 'achievable' despite differences (2018-10-15 15:55:54)
  The prime minister calls for "cool heads" as the UK and the EU search for a deal ahead of a key summit.
• Theresa May: 'Time for cool, calm heads' on Brexit (2018-10-15 15:24:07)
  Theresa May tells MPs about the latest UK-EU talks as the two sides negotiate a post-Brexit deal.
• Corbyn: Another nothing-has-changed moment (2018-10-15 15:23:14)
  The Labour leader accuses Theresa May of "Groundhog Day" over the progress of trade talks with the EU.
• 'Another nothing-has-changed moment' (2018-10-15 15:23:14)
  The Labour leader accuses Theresa May of "Groundhog Day" over the progress of trade talks with the EU.
• Brexitcast: Do government ministers know what's going to happen next? (2018-10-15 15:22:33)
  Laura Kuenssberg describes a dramatic phone call from a government minister about a Brexit "end game".
• Baroness Hollis: Former Labour minister dies aged 77 (2018-10-15 14:24:18)
  The longstanding Labour peer, a minister in the Blair government, has died at 77.
• Disunited Kingdom? (2018-10-15 14:02:50)
  Have the growing tensions over Brexit led to another fight entirely - the future of the union?
• Claire Perry on Commons bullying claims and Bercow behaviour (2018-10-15 13:49:04)
  A Conservative minister who has clashed with the Speaker on the culture in the House of Commons and how MPs and staff are treated.
• House of Commons abuse cases 'tolerated and concealed' (2018-10-15 12:16:50)
  A culture of "deference, subservience, acquiescence and silence" has to change, a report says
• Brexit talks hit 'real problem' over Northern Ireland border (2018-10-15 07:57:43)
  The UK and EU fail to resolve the Irish border issue ahead of Wednesday's crucial summit.
• Brexit: UK can still make progress in talks - Downing Street (2018-10-15 00:55:53)
  The UK and EU have failed to resolve the Irish border issue ahead of Wednesday's crucial summit.
• Diverse and decisive (2018-10-14 23:56:37)
  The UK's growing non-white population could be decisive in choosing who governs in future.
• Brexit: 'Key issues remain' after Raab and Barnier talks (2018-10-14 20:05:37)
  Dominic Raab and Michel Barnier hold unscheduled talks in Brussels ahead of a crunch summit.
• Brexit: Raab and Barnier hold talks to resolve 'big issues' (2018-10-14 15:58:29)
  Dominic Raab and Michel Barnier meet as pressure grows on both sides ahead of an EU summit.
• Davidson and Mundell 'could resign over Brexit deal' (2018-10-14 15:50:01)
  Ruth Davidson and David Mundell will not support any deal that introduces different arrangements for Northern Ireland.
• Hancock on Brexit 'break moment' (2018-10-14 12:03:40)
  Health Secretary Matt Hancock spoke to Andrew Marr about Brexit negotiations.
• Is meat's climate impact too hot for politicians? (2018-10-14 11:06:16)
  Climate scientists say we must eat less meat but the UK government will not sell that message.
• Jamal Khashoggi: UK and US 'could boycott' Saudi conference (2018-10-14 00:38:33)
  The BBC learns key Saudi allies may not attend event over disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
• Brexit: David Davis calls for cabinet rebellion over PM's plan (2018-10-14 00:08:00)
  The former Brexit secretary says Theresa May's plans will prevent the UK striking new trade deals.
• Universal Credit: Chancellor pressured over welfare system (2018-10-13 15:47:48)
  Tory MP Heidi Allen says about 30 colleagues believe the flagship welfare system needs more money.
• UK risks losing nearly £1bn of EU funding, say councils (2018-10-12 17:50:29)
  European Social Fund money is not being dispersed to local projects quickly enough, says Local Government Association.
• The Brexitcast team discuss 'breaking up with a remoaner' sketch (2018-10-12 17:20:06)
  The Brexitcast team discuss BBC Three’s 'breaking up with a remoaner' comedy sketch, which has gone viral.
• M26 closure 'deeply frustrating' (2018-10-12 16:56:43)
  Freight Transport Association says it is "disappointing" that no advance warning given of the closure.
• Brexit: Eurostar services 'could be disrupted by no-deal' (2018-10-12 16:27:12)
  Electricity supplies to Northern Ireland and horse travel could also be affected, the UK says.
• New terror bill 'risks criminalising foolish internet users' (2018-10-12 16:24:39)
  Parliamentary report warns planned crackdown on terrorist websites "crosses line" on human rights.
• Brexit: Eurostar services could be disrupted by no-deal (2018-10-12 15:22:41)
  Electricity supplies to Northern Ireland and horse travel could also be affected, the UK says.
• MPs question if anti-slavery laws working (2018-10-12 13:32:19)
  After the Modern Slavery Act became law in 2015, it was hailed as ground-breaking. But has it worked?
• Gerard Batten on Tommy Robinson possibly joining UKIP (2018-10-12 12:55:38)
  The media is "obsessed" with Tommy Robinson, says the UKIP leader, when asked why he backs the former EDL leader joining his party.
• Brexit: Latest no-deal contingency papers published (2018-10-12 12:11:33)
  Subjects covered in contingency planning include gas imports and movement of hazardous chemicals.
• Facebook shuts down 'spammy' politics pages (2018-10-12 11:52:41)
  Political sites with millions of followers have been purged in a Facebook crackdown on spam.
• Brexit: No 10 bid to assure ministers over customs union (2018-10-12 11:48:44)
  No 10 says any move to keep the UK in a form of customs union with EU would be "time limited".
• Tory-DUP war of words over Brexit intensifies (2018-10-12 11:32:36)
  Conservative MPs criticise threats by Sammy Wilson that the DUP could withdraw its support for the government.
• Oxford Conservatives ban Bullingdon Club members from their ranks (2018-10-12 11:22:57)
  The infamous dining club, whose past members include David Cameron, has "no place" in university party.
• Oxford Tories ban Bullingdon members (2018-10-12 11:22:57)
  The infamous dining club, whose past members include David Cameron, has "no place" in university party.
• Brexit: PM's compromises a 'concern' for cabinet ministers (2018-10-12 02:54:38)
  Sources tell the BBC that several cabinet ministers are worried about Irish border proposals.
• MPs 'informing' on immigration hotline (2018-10-12 00:24:26)
  Charities write to the Commons Speaker to ask MPs to promise not to inform on their constituents.
• Montgomerie calls on Tory MPs to oust May over Brexit (2018-10-12 00:21:06)
  Tim Montgomerie calls for Conservative MPs to kick Theresa May out of Number 10 and elect a new leader with a ‘comprehensive’ Conservative policy agenda.
• Theresa May cannot recommend Brexit deal says DUP (2018-10-11 17:38:48)
  Arlene Foster says "these are significant days for Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom as we know it".
• Operation Conifer: No government action over Ted Heath sex abuse probe (2018-10-11 17:34:06)
  Members of the House of Lords say the former prime minister's reputation has been "tarnished".
• No-deal Brexit planning shuts M26 overnight (2018-10-11 16:42:38)
  The M26 is closed overnight amid plans to let it to be used for the "safe management" of lorries.
• Donald Trump in UK: Policing president's visit cost nearly £18m (2018-10-11 14:15:23)
  Police chiefs estimate sum as they warn increased pension costs could mean 10,000 officers have to go.
• Esther McVey: Some to be poorer under universal credit (2018-10-11 13:45:05)
  Cabinet minister Esther McVey says those who lose out can take on more work to boost their income.
• Budget 2018: Conservative vice chair on DUP vote threat (2018-10-11 13:29:21)
  A political panel looks at the DUP's stance on the 2018 Budget and whether it could play a part in forcing a general election.
• Does McVey back May's Brexit plan? (2018-10-11 13:09:16)
  Esther McVey is asked repeatedly if she backs Theresa May's plan for trading with the EU after Brexit.
• DUP threatens 'serious action' over Brexit (2018-10-11 13:07:09)
  Sammy Wilson MP says the government should not take his party's support for granted.
• DUP could withhold support for government over Brexit (2018-10-11 13:05:14)
  MP Sammy Wilson warns the government it must 'keep its part of the bargain.'
• Esther McVey won't say if she backs PM's EU trade plan (2018-10-11 12:58:54)
  Esther McVey says she is behind Theresa May - but doesn't offer backing for her Brexit strategy.
• Jeremy Corbyn: Schools should cover 'role and legacy' of British Empire (2018-10-11 12:24:16)
  The Labour leader says future generations should be taught about the struggle for racial equality.
• Tenant on coping with rising rent and housing benefit cap (2018-10-11 11:30:42)
  A mother with an ill daughter describes how her rent kept going up, but the housing benefit she relied on did not meet the costs.
• Take me to your leader! MPs to quiz robot (2018-10-11 11:11:06)
  A robot called Pepper is to take MPs' questions about artificial intelligence.
• Donald Trump's UK visit cost nearly £18m to police (2018-10-11 10:19:35)
  The US president's controversial visit prompted large protests in London, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
• Are we living in a 'nanny state'? (2018-10-11 09:37:54)
  Is there a backlash brewing against planned government crackdowns on sugary drinks and fatty foods?
• The 'nanny state' (2018-10-11 09:37:54)
  Is there a backlash brewing against planned government crackdowns on sugary drinks and fatty foods?
• Theresa May to brief ministers amid Brexit tensions (2018-10-11 04:59:09)
  Theresa May is facing increasing pressure from the DUP who are threatening to withdraw support.
• John Major: Universal credit could repeat poll tax problems (2018-10-11 04:47:45)
  The former Tory PM says the flagship welfare reform could lead to "deep political trouble".
• John Major urges welfare reform rethink (2018-10-11 04:41:42)
  The former Conservative prime minister criticises the government's flagship universal credit policy.
• Ethnicity pay gap: Firms may be forced to reveal figures (2018-10-10 23:01:25)
  Minorities often feel "like they are hitting a brick wall" at work, the prime minister says.
• Former Llanelli MP Denzil Davies dies aged 80 (2018-10-10 21:57:26)
  Denzil Davies, who died a day after his 80th birthday, worked for 35 years in the House of Commons.
• Party conferences (2018-10-10 09:05:31)
  From May's dance to Brexit manoeuvring, here are the highlights of the autumn conference season.
• Tory social media push (2018-10-05 14:32:42)
  The Tories have changed their approach to social media in the past year. Leaked advice reveals how.
• Reality Check (2018-10-04 02:38:17)
  Progress needs to be made on the complex issue of the Irish border in the next two weeks.
• Brexit: All you need to know about the UK leaving the EU (2018-09-27 10:47:01)
  A guide to plans for the UK to leave the European Union, after the 2016 referendum.
• Labour Party conference (2018-09-26 16:17:56)
  The Labour leader vows to "rebuild and transform our country" in his party conference speech.
• Party conferences 2017 (2017-10-24 16:16:23)
  The latest on the major political parties in the autumn conference season.
• Election 2017: At-a-glance (2017-06-09 16:18:30)
  An at-a-glance summary of the key points of Election 2017.
• REPLAY: Order! Order! Speaker running PMQs (2014-05-07 10:52:59)
  The Speaker often makes the news for his manner of dealing with noisy MPs in the House of Commons.
• REPLAY: Bercow shows he is in charge (2013-07-04 11:00:20)
  Speakers of the House have developed a bruising and robust style to put errant MPs in their place.

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