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• Starmer to host No 10 summit to tackle antisemitism (2026-05-05 08:06:19)
  The prime minister will meet leaders from a number of sectors at Downing Street on Tuesday.
• Council investigates as postal vote problems leave ballots undelivered (2026-05-05 05:28:12)
  Cardiff Council says it is investigating after some postal voters said they had not received their ballots.
• Starmer to host Downing Street summit to address antisemitism (2026-05-05 00:38:20)
  The prime minister will meet leaders from a number of sectors at Downing Street on Tuesday.
• Potholes fuel voter frustration before elections - so what can be done? (2026-05-04 23:07:17)
  The state of the roads will be at the top of many voters' agenda at this week's local elections in England.
• Reform pledges to open migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas (2026-05-04 13:03:45)
  The Green Party has accused Reform of "making abhorrent announcements in attempts to distract voters".
• UK joining Ukraine loan scheme would be good for EU ties, Starmer says (2026-05-04 08:31:31)
  The UK is "discussing participating" in a £78bn (€90bn) European Union loan scheme to support Ukraine, the prime minister says.
• Chris Mason: Elections this week a smorgasbord of competitiveness (2026-05-04 01:08:41)
  The scale of these elections looks set to vividly expose the breadth of Labour's vulnerabilities, Chris Mason writes.
• Chris Mason: Elections this week set to show how politics is changing (2026-05-04 01:08:41)
  The scale of these elections looks set to vividly expose the breadth of Labour's vulnerabilities, Chris Mason writes.
• UK to enter talks to join £78bn EU loan scheme for Ukraine (2026-05-03 21:30:03)
  Sir Keir Starmer will meet leaders at the European Political Community summit in Armenia on Monday.
• Reform candidate brands Banks' comment racist (2026-05-03 13:58:45)
  Arron Banks posted "Welsh lad?" on X in response to a Plaid Cymru video fronted by a black community organiser.
• Polanski stands by concerns over police response to Golders Green attack (2026-05-03 11:24:20)
  The Green Party leader previously apologised for "sharing a tweet in haste" about the knife attack on Wednesday.
• Polanski says police 'should not be above scrutiny' over Golders Green response (2026-05-03 11:24:20)
  The Green Party leader says he apologised for reposting a tweet criticising the officers' response because it was "not the appropriate forum".
• Can you pronounce your constituency? (2026-05-03 07:05:20)
  Constituency names in the Senedd election are all in Welsh. Can you pronounce them?
• Will an M4 relief road ever be given the green light? (2026-05-03 06:45:41)
  Wales' Senedd election has seen the potential for an M4 relief road return as a political issue.
• Election tram talk: Midlands Metro passengers on homelessness and shops (2026-05-03 06:05:43)
  Passengers on the tram system in Wolverhampton deliver their thoughts ahead of polling day on 7 May.
• Struggling High Streets fuel sense of neglect for voters ahead of local elections (2026-05-03 01:48:14)
  Failing High Streets fuel a wider sense of political discontent which could prove crucial in the upcoming elections for English councils in May.
• Tories pledge to tighten household benefit cap rules (2026-05-02 21:00:45)
  The party says removing some exemptions to the household benefit cap would save £1bn a year.
• Kemi Badenoch apologises after Bloody Sunday footage used in video (2026-05-02 15:14:25)
  Foyle MP Colum Eastwood called on Badenoch to personally apologise after the video was posted online.
• Winners, losers and a PM on the brink - what to expect in next week's elections (2026-05-02 11:03:41)
  Believe it or not, Thursday’s local elections aren’t just about the PM’s fate - there’s plenty more at stake.
• Chris Mason: PM seeks to draw contrast with critics within his party and beyond (2026-05-02 09:04:48)
  In his interview with the Today Programme, Sir Keir Starmer addressed the whirlwind of recent events, from wars to rising antisemitism.
• The big issues and key flashpoints from Scotland's election campaign (2026-05-02 08:19:18)
  BBC Scotland political editor Glenn Campbell examines what we have learned during the Holyrood election campaign.
• The battle to take political control of Birmingham (2026-05-02 06:11:00)
  The number of candidates and challengers from non-traditional parties make results hard to predict.
• Protests may need to be stopped in some cases, PM suggests (2026-05-02 05:00:13)
  The PM tells the BBC he is concerned about the "cumulative" effect of marches on the Jewish community.
• Whisky tariffs deal sparks political squabble over who claims credit (2026-05-01 15:34:51)
  Party leaders quickly changed their campaign plans after Donald Trump's announcement on the tariffs deal.
• Polanski apologises for sharing post criticising police (2026-05-01 14:16:21)
  Green Party leader sorry for sharing post condemning actions of police officers who arrested suspect in Golders Green attack.
• Greens pledge £15 minimum wage for all workers (2026-05-01 13:53:46)
  The party accuses the Labour government of watering down its promises on workers' rights.
• Kemi Badenoch use of Bloody Sunday footage 'disgusting', says MP (2026-05-01 13:30:25)
  The footage of soldiers on Bloody Sunday appeared in a Conservative Party video opposing reforms to the Legacy Act.
• Polanski faces backlash for sharing post on police knife attack response (2026-05-01 12:46:36)
  The Green leader shared a social media post condemning police officers who arrested the suspect in the Golders Green attack.
• Bin strike deal 'gets done when it gets done' (2026-05-01 12:32:30)
  MP Jess Phillips on the 14-month bin dispute in Birmingham ahead of next week's local elections.
• Pro-Palestinian marches have been hijacked, says minister (2026-05-01 12:12:58)
  But Alex Davies-Jones says further restrictions must be balanced against the "fundamental right" to protest.
• Met chief defends knife attack officers after criticism from Zack Polanski (2026-05-01 09:36:08)
  Sir Mark Rowley says he is "disappointed" that Green Party leader Zack Polanski shared a post condemning how police used extreme force in the arrest.
• Labour's London squeeze exposes a fragmented British politics (2026-05-01 06:09:47)
  London offers an insight into the dilemma Labour faces about which direction to take.
• What are the issues in the suburb that keeps changing its mind? (2026-05-01 04:53:44)
  Nothing is set in stone for voters in Hampton Vale, built on the site of a former brickworks.
• Restore Britain party refunds crypto project's donations (2026-05-01 00:07:12)
  A Labour MP raised concerns about the donations with the Electoral Commission.
• UK should not keep changing prime ministers, warns John Major (2026-04-30 23:44:54)
  The former Tory PM tells the BBC political leaders are letting young people down by failing tackle long-term problems.
• Has the royal state visit saved the special relationship? (2026-04-30 21:45:16)
  BBC's Sarah Smith looks at whether King Charles' charm offensive with President Trump made a difference to US-UK relations.
• Two Green Party candidates arrested over alleged antisemitic online posts (2026-04-30 20:12:51)
  The two women remain in police custody, according to the Metropolitan Police.
• Met chief defends knife attack officers after Greens criticism (2026-04-30 19:41:28)
  Sir Mark Rowley says he is "disappointed" that Green Party leader Zack Polanski shared a post condemning how police subdued the suspect.
• 'Globalise the intifada' chant is racist, says Starmer (2026-04-30 19:13:57)
  The prime minister said the use of the chant on marches had left Jews feeling scared and intimidated.
• Elections watchdog considers looking into £5m gift to Farage (2026-04-30 18:01:58)
  Reform UK mega donor Christopher Harborne gave the money to Nigel Farage in early 2024.
• What the Renters' Rights Act means for tenants and landlords (2026-04-30 16:42:58)
  The biggest shake up of renting rules in England for 30 years affects millions of people.
• Starmer heckled during Golders Green visit (2026-04-30 15:57:38)
  Protesters gathered as the prime minister arrived in the north London suburb where two men were stabbed.
• We would end Birmingham bin strikes, says Tory leader (2026-04-30 15:55:05)
  Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch spoke to BBC Radio WM ahead of the local elections on 7 May.
• Reform's deputy Welsh leader U-turns mid-interview after Farage intervention (2026-04-30 15:28:57)
  Helen Jenner refused to call for a member to apologise over a comment before learning Nigel Farage had done so.
• 'Vote Plaid Cymru' gaffe from Welsh Labour leader (2026-04-30 14:13:12)
  Eluned Morgan accidentally told Labour members to "vote Plaid Cymru" at an event ahead of the election.
• New rules won't stop me donating, says billionaire Reform backer (2026-04-30 14:07:04)
  Christopher Harborne tells the Telegraph he could return to the UK to get around a donations cap.
• 'Vote Plaid Cymru' says Welsh Labour first minister in speech slip-up (2026-04-30 13:59:03)
  Eluned Morgan told reporters "we're all a little bit exhausted" after making the gaffe.
• Bank of England says rates could rise as Iran war fuels inflation (2026-04-30 12:34:53)
  The Bank of England voted to hold interest rates at 3.75% as it monitors the knock-on effects of the Middle East conflict.
• Bank of England hints at higher rates as Iran war fuels inflation (2026-04-30 12:15:36)
  The Bank of England votes for no immediate change to borrowing costs as it monitors the knock-on effects of the Middle East conflict.
• Antisemitism 'a national security emergency', government terror adviser says (2026-04-30 10:16:42)
  Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the issue is being treated as an "absolute priority" but does not agree it constitutes a national emergency.
• Interest rates expected to be held as uncertainty over Iran war continues (2026-04-29 23:01:04)
  Future base rate changes are hard to predict as analysts judge the economic impact of the Iran war.
• We can't abolish leasehold overnight, minister says (2026-04-29 20:59:10)
  Matthew Pennycook rejects criticism the government is dragging its feet on leasehold reform.
• Man offered Ukrainians money to carry out Starmer arson attacks, court hears (2026-04-29 19:05:47)
  The three men are accused of targeting north London properties linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
• Hereditary peers' last hurrah as 700-year-old system abolished (2026-04-29 18:45:22)
  It comes after legislation to remove their right to sit in the upper chamber passed last month.
• We can't abolish leasehold outright, minister says (2026-04-29 17:10:56)
  Matthew Pennycook rejects criticism the government is dragging its feet on leasehold reform.
• Nigel Farage on rooting out racist behaviour in Reform UK (2026-04-29 15:21:28)
  The Reform UK leader responds to accusations that some members of Reform UK are displaying "racist behaviour".
• PM defends record as Badenoch says he squandered election win (2026-04-29 14:04:43)
  The prime minister and Conservative leader argue over welfare and defence spending ahead of May elections.
• Farage received £5m from donor before he became MP (2026-04-29 13:10:09)
  The Reform leader says the gift was for his personal security - but opponents say he should have declared it.
• Nigel Farage claims Reform UK 'forced' bin strike news (2026-04-29 12:55:05)
  The Reform UK leader appears on BBC local radio ahead of the elections on 7 May.
• Will King's US visit lead to lasting reset in relations with UK? (2026-04-29 12:36:50)
  As applause fades and banquet plates are cleared, it's up to politicians to build on Charles's historic trip.
• Why young people are worried about going to uni (2026-04-29 07:58:29)
  Sam Jones asked Wales' six biggest parties what they planned to do to help support young people.
• What you need to know about the 7 May elections in England, Scotland and Wales (2026-04-29 07:22:49)
  Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.
• Hampshire: local elections explained in 60 seconds (2026-04-29 05:14:46)
  BBC South's Ellie Cleverley has 60 seconds to explain what the local elections are and how you can vote.
• MP rejects rumour he could stand aside for Burnham (2026-04-29 05:12:05)
  Bootle MP Peter Dowd said speculation he could create an opening for the mayor was "tittle tattle".
• Reform is not racist, Welsh leader says in heated election debate (2026-04-28 23:07:25)
  Wales' big six parties clashed in the TV debate less than two weeks before the Senedd election.
• Reform challenges other parties to cost their policies in heated Welsh election debate (2026-04-28 22:05:08)
  Parties clash in heated TV debate less than two weeks before voters decide the new Welsh Parliament.
• Starmer sees off inquiry call - but he doesn't escape unscathed (2026-04-28 21:54:08)
  No 10 has expended considerable political capital in keeping Labour MPs onside over the Mandelson vetting row.
• Reform's Scottish leader says he owns six houses, six boats and five cars (2026-04-28 21:30:36)
  Malcolm Offord was criticised as "entitled" during an STV leaders debate ahead of next week's election.
• PM won't face inquiry over claims he misled MPs on Mandelson vetting (2026-04-28 18:10:37)
  A Conservative-led motion sought to have the prime minister's remarks assessed by Privileges Committee.
• Find out how your MP voted on Mandelson vetting inquiry (2026-04-28 18:03:35)
  Check whether your MP voted for or against a parliamentary investigation into whether the PM misled the Commons.
• MP's website suffers 'deliberate' cyber attack (2026-04-28 17:54:00)
  The site was hit with 142 million requests, redirecting users to south-east Asian gambling" sites.
• America's special relationship 'probably Israel', says UK ambassador to US (2026-04-28 17:31:00)
  The remarks, made in February and first reported by the Financial Times, came to light during the King's state visit.
• More migrants making false domestic abuse claims, minister tells MPs (2026-04-28 17:14:19)
  Jess Phillips says the Home Office could do more to weed out false claims, following a BBC News investigation.
• 'Reform's council tax rises will be lower than other parties' - Farage (2026-04-28 15:03:14)
  Nigel Farage pledged Reform UK would ensure council tax rises would be lower in councils run by his party than in those controlled by any other parties.
• I made 'serious mistake' advising Starmer to appoint Mandelson, PM's ex-top adviser says (2026-04-28 14:11:14)
  Morgan McSweeney says the peer did not give the "full truth" about his relationship with Epstein.
• Ed Davey sceptical about timing of bin strike news (2026-04-28 14:01:57)
  The Liberal Democrats leader appears on BBC local radio ahead of the elections on 7 May.
• Watch: 'Like a knife through my soul': PM's ex-top aide on Mandelson revelations (2026-04-28 12:45:24)
  Key moments as Morgan McSweeney gives evidence to MPs about Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador.
• Watch: PM's ex-top aide on Mandelson revelations (2026-04-28 12:45:24)
  Key moments as Morgan McSweeney gives evidence to MPs about Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador.
• Birmingham bins announcement is 'cynical' says Green Party leader (2026-04-28 11:54:56)
  Zack Polanski speaks to BBC Radio WM ahead of the local elections on 7 May.
• Key points as MPs question ex-senior aide about Mandelson appointment (2026-04-28 11:52:06)
  Former top Foreign Office civil servant Sir Philip Barton and ex-No 10 chief of staff Morgan McSweeney are answering MPs' questions.
• No way to raise Mandelson concerns, former senior official says (2026-04-28 10:12:00)
  Sir Philip Barton says he was worried Lord Mandelson's links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein "could be a problem".
• 'Emergency handbrake' needed on sickness benefits, Blair think tank says (2026-04-28 10:11:28)
  The Tony Blair Institute says people with conditions like anxiety should get employment support instead of cash benefits.
• Social media restrictions for under-16s even if no ban, minister says (2026-04-28 09:50:19)
  The government is consulting on changes as a new social media law goes through its final Parliamentary stages.
• Key points as MPs question former Foreign Office boss on Mandelson vetting row (2026-04-28 09:36:01)
  Former top Foreign Office civil servant Sir Philip Barton and ex-No 10 chief of staff Morgan McSweeney are answering MPs' questions.
• Ministers rally support for PM ahead of Mandelson vote (2026-04-28 09:09:28)
  Keir Starmer brands the vote "pure politics" and urges Labour MPs to "stand together against it".
• MP's website shut down in suspected cyber attack (2026-04-28 08:42:15)
  The site was hit with 142 million requests, redirecting users to south-east Asian gambling" sites.
• UK and US always find ways to come together, King to tell Congress (2026-04-28 08:25:45)
  King Charles will address the US Congress on Tuesday at a time of diplomatic tensions between London and Washington.
• 'Some form' of social media restrictions for under-16s, minister promises (2026-04-28 07:12:44)
  Education Minister Olivia Bailey says the government will introduce “age or functionality restrictions”.
• UK and US always find ways to 'come together', King to tell Congress (2026-04-28 01:44:46)
  King Charles will address the US Congress on Tuesday and it is expected to express sympathy over Saturday's gun attack.
• My tenant owes £15,000 in rent, but I can't get them out of the property (2026-04-27 23:56:45)
  Landlords tell BBC News why they fear new laws could make it harder to remove problematic tenants.
• Five things to look out for in the leaders' debate (2026-04-27 21:26:14)
  With just over a week until the Senedd election, here are five things to look out for in the leaders' debate.
• What does devolution mean and how does it work across the UK? (2026-04-27 10:39:41)
  Since the 1990s, devolved governments across the UK have worked alongside the Westminster Parliament.
• Relish and dread as Starmer 'shambles' hangs over Scotland and Wales elections (2026-04-25 12:07:54)
  Laura Kuenssberg travels to Wales and Scotland to speak to candidates and voters ahead of May 7 polls.
• A grim week for Starmer - but things could be about to get worse (2026-04-24 17:16:12)
  The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.
• The assisted dying bill has failed - but the debate isn't over (2026-04-24 15:45:51)
  In June 2025 MPs backed the legislation but now it has run out of time to become law.
• Falklands is a pressure point for the UK – and the US knows it (2026-04-24 13:26:07)
  This story will make greater waves in the UK than in the US, which for Donald Trump is an opportunity for leverage, Joe Inwood writes.
• Waiting lists apology, cost of living and more powers in election debate (2026-04-24 05:52:54)
  The NHS and childcare are two of the main topics debated by political leaders in Carmarthen.
• Key takeaways from senior official on Mandelson vetting (2026-04-23 12:47:49)
  Cat Little, the top official at the Cabinet Office, tells MPs "due process" was followed in the appointment.
• Labour MPs are increasingly restless – but aren't ready to oust Starmer yet (2026-04-22 18:23:37)
  Labour MPs say that while the prime minister is unpopular, a contest is unlikely as there isn't a candidate ready to replace him.
• Starmer sends 'chill' through civil service, its union boss says (2026-04-22 09:28:49)
  The 'chill' follows the sacking of lead civil servant at the Foreign Office Sir Olly Robbins by the prime minister.
• What we know about Mandelson's vetting and security clearance (2026-04-21 17:28:39)
  The former US ambassador was given a security clearance despite concerns being raised during checks.
• Key evidence from sacked official at heart of Mandelson vetting row (2026-04-21 15:40:56)
  Sir Olly Robbins has defended his actions amid a row over the vetting of the former US ambassador.
• Henry Zeffman: Robbins's revelations are a dangerous moment for PM (2026-04-21 12:16:18)
  Drawing a line under Lord Mandelson's appointment is proving impossible for the prime minister.
• Sacked civil servant to speak out in Mandelson vetting row (2026-04-21 05:58:06)
  Sir Olly Robbins is expected to defend his decision not to tell Sir Keir Starmer that Lord Mandelson failed vetting.
• Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement (2026-04-20 17:00:45)
  The prime minister has been back in the Commons after it emerged the Labour peer failed vetting.
• Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain (2026-04-20 09:05:48)
  Mandelson vetting row shows Westminster continues to have the power to surprise, writes Chris Mason.
• Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess (2026-04-18 12:32:35)
  The decision to send Peter Mandelson to Washington has become a scandal that just won't go away for Labour.
• Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again (2026-04-17 00:40:43)
  The prime minister is believed to be absolutely furious over the handling of Lord Mandelson's vetting, Chris Mason writes.
• Legal advisers help migrants pose as gay to get asylum, undercover BBC investigation finds (2026-04-15 11:02:17)
  The BBC exposes a shadow industry charging migrants thousands of pounds to help them cheat the asylum system.
• Bogus websites, staged protests and pretend atheists: Inside the fake asylum industry (2026-04-15 10:40:56)
  In the second part of an undercover investigation, the BBC exposes elaborate deceptions being used to bolster fake asylum claims.
• A simple guide to every new constituency in Wales - and all the election candidates (2026-04-15 10:05:13)
  How we vote is changing Wales - here's what you need to know about the new Senedd constituencies.
• Messy and unpredictable: What I learned from election tour of the UK (2026-04-11 23:19:57)
  BBC Radio 5 Live's Matt Chorley talks to voters in England, Scotland and Wales to get the real story on May's elections.
• As Starmer faces war overseas, his party can't find peace at home (2026-03-21 11:27:14)
  British politicians tend to stick together during dangerous moments abroad. In 2026? Not so much.
• 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
• 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.

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