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Last update: 2026-08-05 06:22:04
Number of headlines in database: 107
Last update: 2026-08-05 06:22:04
BBC News - Politics Headlines
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Burnham 'looking into' conducting Epstein inquiry, says victims minister (2026-08-05 02:19:30)
Alex Davies-Jones tells BBC Newsnight she discussed an inquiry with the PM when she was re-appointed as minister. -
Tories offer Jewish groups meeting with ex neo-Nazi activist candidate (2026-08-05 02:03:42)
Joshua Bonehill-Paine was jailed over neo-Nazi activism, but has been selected to stand in a new Somerset Council seat in 2027. -
Restrict sale of pet flea treatments, government urged (2026-08-05 00:02:24)
The Lords environment committee says their widespread use poses potential risks to the environment. -
Justice secretary apologises to families affected by early release scheme (2026-08-04 15:58:13)
Some offenders will be barred from the scheme, but families say it comes "at the expense of victims". -
Ex neo-Nazi activist selected as Tory candidate (2026-08-04 13:58:14)
Joshua Bonehill-Paine was jailed in 2015 after posting antisemitic remarks ahead of a protest. -
Prison overcrowding crisis limits ability to cut early releases, minister says (2026-08-04 12:51:49)
Some offenders will be barred from the scheme, but those guilty of manslaughter may be eligible, leaving PC Harper's family "devastated". -
Government to function as normal while Burnham on holiday, No 10 says (2026-08-04 12:10:54)
Downing Street says the PM remains in contact with officials, but Reform UK says he has "bunked off". -
What could happen to prisoner early release scheme now? (2026-08-04 11:59:22)
The PM is changing the scheme for some prisoners after a police officer's widow said the possible early release of his killers was "deplorable". -
Prison capacity crisis limits ability to cut early releases, minister says (2026-08-04 10:48:33)
Some offenders will be barred from the scheme, but those guilty of manslaughter may be eligible, leaving PC Harper's family "devastated". -
Apple issues new challenge against UK order for access to private user data (2026-08-04 10:22:40)
It is the latest development in the ongoing dispute between Apple and the Home Office over data privacy. -
PC Harper's mother 'devastated' his killers set for early release under revised plans (2026-08-04 00:50:33)
Rapists and child sex offenders will be barred from the scheme, which will restart in October, the government says. -
Rapists and child sex offenders to be barred from early release scheme (2026-08-03 21:35:15)
The widow of PC Andrew Harper says it is "disgusting" her husband's killers remain eligible for the scheme in England and Wales. -
Welsh national social care service will not arrive before next Senedd election, says minister (2026-08-03 17:32:16)
Plans to make social care free at the point of use will not happen before 2030, a minister says. -
Farage says he discussed return to politics months before general election (2026-08-03 17:18:52)
Farage said the talks came "quite some time after" he received a £5m gift from a Reform donor. -
France hits out at Reform UK plan to return migrants using Navy (2026-08-03 15:59:27)
It comes after the party said it would override French objections to return migrants to France. -
Reform UK's Richard Tice investigated by parliamentary standards watchdog (2026-08-03 11:05:35)
Tice says the complaint related to a debate on Israeli influence and whether he should have referenced his register of interests. -
Reform says it would use Navy to stop small boats (2026-08-03 09:47:41)
The party's home affairs spokesman Zia Yusuf says it would be the "largest military operation in the English Channel since World War Two”. -
Conservatives call for greater use of facial recognition from police (2026-08-03 08:58:39)
Conservatives have called for all images of suspects to be run through facial recognition software. -
Burnham pledges to be 'relentless' in curbing small boat crossings (2026-08-02 21:18:26)
The prime minister says enforcement is increased but there also need to be more safe routes into the UK. -
Ballot paper for Clacton by-election is longest in British electoral history (2026-08-02 04:49:31)
The list of 34 candidates standing in the Clacton by-election is nearly a metre long. -
Mayor says Burnham's new powers will change lives (2026-08-01 13:15:42)
Bev Craig succeeds Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester's mayor after winning Thursday's by-election. -
Sir John Curtice: The "Burnham bounce" is real but it's not massive (2026-08-01 09:13:00)
The governing party's poll ratings have improved but they're only just ahead of Reform -
Sir John Curtice: The 'Burnham bounce' is real but it's not massive (2026-08-01 09:13:00)
The governing party's poll ratings have improved but they're only just ahead of Reform -
Stick to spending limits, PM and chancellor tell ministers in joint memo (2026-08-01 07:48:01)
The Chancellor said the Budget on 28 October would “meet our fiscal rules” and give families "stability" to plan for the future. -
Budget in October, Healey announces, as ministers urged to stick to spending limits (2026-08-01 03:34:26)
The new chancellor pledged to move money and power out of Westminster, and into every postcode around Britain. -
Labour's Bev Craig elected mayor of Greater Manchester, replacing Andy Burnham (2026-07-31 22:53:54)
Labour's Bev Craig secures nearly double the number of votes won by Reform UK's Sian Astley. -
Should Glasgow have its own mayor? (2026-07-31 22:08:14)
The BBC's David Wallace Lockhart asks if Scotland's largest city should have its own elected mayor. -
Wheels could come off Stormont without reform, says Sinn Féin (2026-07-31 17:56:56)
The Democratic Unionist Party says it is interested in delivering for the people of Northern Ireland. -
Burnham faces criticism over plans for mayors to get share of income tax (2026-07-31 16:13:26)
Tory mayor Lord Houchen wants to offer a rebate, but the prime minister says it should be reinvested in communities. -
Budget to be held in October, Healey announces (2026-07-31 15:58:42)
The new chancellor pledged to move money and power out of Westminster, and into every postcode around Britain. -
Burnham considers reversing plan to scrap some jury trials (2026-07-31 15:25:20)
The prime minister says his "instinct" is to reverse plans by the last PM to limit jury trials in England and Wales. -
Council cancels climate emergency declaration (2026-07-31 15:12:45)
A Reform UK motion argues the council can improve the local environment without the official pledge. -
Infantino 'wrong man' to lead Fifa - Burnham (2026-07-31 12:14:43)
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Gianni Infantino is "the wrong man" to lead Fifa as criticism grows of the controversial investment plan. -
Infantino 'wrong man' to lead Fifa says Burnham as criticism grows (2026-07-31 12:14:43)
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Gianni Infantino is "the wrong man" to lead Fifa as criticism grows of the controversial investment plan. -
High Court upholds decision to allow Chinese mega embassy (2026-07-31 11:19:24)
The government has given the green light to the site on the old Royal Mint, near the Tower of London. -
Concerns raised over council's £900m debt (2026-07-31 10:54:34)
Councillor Patrick Lambert fears taxpayers will be left liable for the authority's debts. -
Unions to boycott Labour women's conference over trans ban (2026-07-31 09:47:13)
The BBC understands the ban goes against long-standing policies on trans inclusion in most unions. -
BP puts North Sea business up for sale (2026-07-31 09:43:09)
The decision follows a review of BP's operations and is set to end 60 years of production in the region by the oil giant. -
Welsh holiday home tax rules could be eased after backlash (2026-07-31 05:28:55)
The Welsh government is to review the impact of a "modest' cut to the 182-day business rate threshold. -
Andy Burnham to give regional mayors share of income tax (2026-07-30 21:32:09)
The prime minister says the move will give power to "every postcode" but critics say the plans lack detail. -
MP Diane Abbott readmitted into Labour Party after suspension (2026-07-30 20:54:11)
The long-serving MP apologises for past comments and says she has been issued with a "formal warning". -
Greens review social media operation as Polanski row rumbles on (2026-07-30 16:42:21)
The Green Party is grappling with how to manage its social media following a controversial post by its leader. -
Burnham says he told Trump UK will be pragmatic about North Sea oil (2026-07-30 16:19:08)
Andy Burnham says he told the US president he couldn't ignore North Sea resources when people are struggling. -
Palestine Action ban to be reviewed by Supreme Court (2026-07-30 16:05:40)
The UK's highest court gives Palestine Action permission to appeal the government's proscription of the group under anti-terrorism legislation. -
Bank holds interest rates but says it is ready to raise them if Iran war escalates (2026-07-30 14:01:19)
The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war. -
Large rise in offenders sent back to prison, figures reveal (2026-07-30 12:13:51)
There has been a large rise in the number of offenders being recalled to prisons in England and Wales. -
Jenrick urges Burnham to rule out tax rises to fund social care (2026-07-30 12:05:29)
The prime minister has not ruled out tax rises to fund a long-awaited shake-up of social care. -
Interest rates held as Bank of England says inflation set to rise (2026-07-30 11:47:55)
The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war. -
Councillor sanctioned in row over 'sexualisation' (2026-07-30 10:43:49)
The leader of the Reform UK group at Devon County Council says it was important to raise concerns. -
Virtual interviews don't show bosses your personality, says Burnham (2026-07-30 09:48:21)
Interviews online may not allow young people to "shine" and communicate their "passion", the prime minister says. -
Polling stations open for Greater Manchester mayoral election (2026-07-30 06:06:01)
Polling stations are open across Greater Manchester as voters elect the region's next mayor. -
Burnham says nuclear sub investment will protect UK and boost jobs (2026-07-30 00:52:12)
Speaking ahead of a visit to Barrow-in-Furness, the PM seeks to stress the economic benefits of defence spending. -
Inquiry finds MoD Afghan data breach was foreseeable failure (2026-07-29 23:13:43)
The Commons' Defence Committee says in a report that the MoD used secrecy as a "shield" against proper expertise. -
Interest rates expected to be held again by Bank of England (2026-07-29 23:01:56)
It would be the fifth hold in a row, with the Bank rate standing at 3.75% - the lowest since February 2023. -
Police to take no further action against Polanski over guillotine re-post (2026-07-29 19:53:48)
The Green Party leader has said he made an "inadvertent mistake" when he shared the image with his social media followers. -
'Every day I'm just winging it': The families hoping for social care reform (2026-07-29 16:43:42)
As Andy Burnham outlines his aim to overhaul social care, BBC News speaks to the families caring for loved ones. -
Gangland hitman who threw acid at Scottish Conservative leader is freed (2026-07-29 15:25:27)
Russell Findlay has warned that organised crime groups may still have "unfinished business" with him after learning William Burns would be leaving prison. -
Councillor charged over Nigerian population comment (2026-07-29 15:07:24)
Glenn Gibbins, from Sunderland, will appear at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court next month. -
Burnham doesn't rule out tax rises to fix social care (2026-07-29 14:13:12)
The prime minister holds cross-party talks as he speeds up review of social care in England. -
Fix palliative care before assisted dying debate, says PM (2026-07-29 12:56:01)
Andy Burnham's comments suggest he will not personally back a fresh attempt to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. -
Care system needs fixing before new assisted dying debate, says PM (2026-07-29 11:27:04)
Andy Burnham's comments suggest he will not personally back a fresh attempt to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. -
Philp seeks answers over French navy firing drill (2026-07-29 10:26:33)
The shadow home secretary says he is planning to contact the French ambassador by next Monday. -
Burnham to hold social care talks with Tories and Lib Dems (2026-07-29 08:17:21)
The prime minister will outline his strategy on reforms, as the leader of an independent review warns the system is "fairly bust". -
Burnham invites Tories and Lib Dems to social care talks (2026-07-29 01:59:59)
In a speech, the PM is expected to say finding common ground across party lines will be key to fixing social care. -
Polanski says guillotine re-post was mistake but refuses to apologise (2026-07-29 00:49:40)
The Green leader re-posted a photo of a man wearing a guillotine t-shirt and the name Nigel. -
Burnham has no scope to increase borrowing, think tank warns (2026-07-28 23:00:12)
The Prime Minister has announced a series of cost-of-living measure since taking office but is facing questions about how he will fund them. -
Zack Polanski reported to police over guillotine post (2026-07-28 15:41:51)
Zack Polanski reported to police over guillotine post -
Uefa and PM criticise Infantino World Cup plan (2026-07-28 15:36:29)
Uefa and Prime Minister Andy Burnham criticise proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup. -
Who's in Andy Burnham's cabinet? (2026-07-28 13:36:18)
An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham -
Andy Burnham wants to fix social care - what are the options? (2026-07-27 14:45:01)
With Andy Burnham saying he wants to bring "substantial change" to social care in England, BBC Verify looks at what could be done. -
My dog Axel 'wouldn't get on' with Larry the cat, says Burnham (2026-07-27 05:07:48)
The PM says he doesn't think his poodle-mix would "get along" with Larry the cat, who has lived at No 10 for 15 years. -
Laura Kuenssberg: Our exclusive behind-the-scenes access at No 10 as Andy Burnham became PM (2026-07-27 05:00:13)
Laura Kuenssberg was given unprecedented access to the new prime minister’s first days in power. -
Our exclusive behind-the-scenes access at No 10 as Andy Burnham became PM (2026-07-27 05:00:13)
Laura Kuenssberg was given unprecedented access to the new prime minister’s first days in power. -
Andy Burnham rules out early election in exclusive BBC interview (2026-07-26 05:00:56)
The new prime minister told Laura Kuenssberg that people "voted for a manifesto" that he would honour, when pressed on whether there will be an early general election. -
Laura Kuenssberg goes behind the scenes with Andy Burnham in his first week as PM (2026-07-25 18:20:20)
See inside Andy Burnham's first week in charge, with an exclusive behind the scenes look with Laura Kuenssberg. -
Current-ish (2026-07-24 18:00:00)
Lucy Porter gets current-ish with John Tothill, Kyrah Gray and Amy Annette. -
Faisal Islam: The UK's Trump trade deal no longer looks world-beating (2026-07-24 14:02:26)
While the US tariffs imposed on the UK are effectively unchanged, other countries now have a better deal. -
Andy Burnham's first week pledges - how much do they add up to? (2026-07-24 13:04:47)
BBC Verify has looked at how much Burnham's new spending commitments cost and how they will be paid for -
Chris Mason: What his first week in power tells us about Andy Burnham (2026-07-24 12:58:58)
The fledgling Burnham administration has been seeking to find its feet and make a decent first impression at the same time, the BBC's political editor Chris Mason explains. -
Shapps blocked from standing again for the Conservatives (2026-07-23 13:13:58)
Kemi Badenoch tells the BBC she leads a "new party full of new people" as ex-MP is rejected as a candidate. -
Andy Burnham's plan to collaborate with social media creators (2026-07-23 08:28:57)
The new prime minister plans to work with influencers and social media creators to get his message out. -
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar set to become a minister in Burnham's government (2026-07-22 09:22:27)
It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords. -
Chris Mason: Sarwar ministerial role sees promotion of another Starmer critic (2026-07-22 05:22:32)
Months after calling on Keir Starmer to quit, the Scottish Labour leader is set to become a minister in Burnham's government, the BBC's political editor writes. -
Burnham tells cabinet to tackle living costs at first meeting (2026-07-21 23:15:33)
The new prime minister chaired his first cabinet after announcing a cut to VAT on household electricity. -
Sackings, cabinet surprises and policies: Burnham's first 24 hours as PM (2026-07-21 17:14:44)
The new prime minister enters Number 10 in a flurry of activity - but he is still facing calls for a snap election. -
Angela Rayner: Cabinet comeback for one of Labour's biggest names (2026-07-21 16:12:23)
The potential contender to replace Keir Starmer is now back in the cabinet under Andy Burnham. -
Burnham has big ideas - but what will they cost? (2026-07-20 21:47:14)
Every tricky decision and trade off is being watched by the country and the markets at the same time -
Louise Haigh: Labour power broker behind Burnham's rise (2026-07-20 20:15:48)
The Sheffield MP's return to the cabinet comes after she emerged as one of the PM's key political allies. -
Key takeaways as Andy Burnham becomes PM (2026-07-20 20:07:01)
The new Labour leader has formally taken office and set out his priorities for power in No 10. -
Who is new chancellor John Healey? Labour veteran who quit as defence secretary (2026-07-20 18:44:55)
The former defence secretary is seen as a safe pair of hands - and is now in charge of the government's finances. -
Analysis: Burnham's policy choices reveal what kind of PM he wants to be (2026-07-20 15:41:02)
The new prime minister has begun to set out key policies - starting with a vow to end rough sleeping. -
What we know about Andy Burnham's policies (2026-07-20 15:40:51)
The former Greater Manchester has begun outlining the policies he will pursue as prime minister. -
He'll be the first Andy in No 10 - but his rise to power has been decades in the making (2026-07-20 09:35:56)
The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader following his return to Westminster. -
Can Burnham's casual style survive contact with No 10? (2026-07-19 00:08:17)
When Burnham becomes PM, he'll find it harder to wear the wardrobe that's central to his political brand. -
Ruthless plotter? Flip-flopper? Dad dancer? Insiders reveal the real Andy Burnham (2026-07-18 14:32:48)
Who is the real Andy Burnham? Laura Kuenssberg talks to more than 20 people who know him to work it out -
Five headaches Andy Burnham will have to deal with as PM (2026-07-17 05:59:36)
From defence spending to housing - the next UK leader has a series of challenges to deal with. -
Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK? (2026-07-17 05:00:08)
Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country. -
Can Andy Burnham solve the housing crisis? (2026-07-16 05:00:04)
BBC Verify has looked at the scale of the housing challenge facing Burnham when he becomes PM. -
Burnham does not rule out wealth tax (2026-07-15 17:32:04)
The expected next PM says he may have to "ask for a little more" in tax and warns of "difficult" choices. -
Cash-strapped Thames Water poses big test for Burnham (2026-07-15 12:09:08)
Despite returning to profit after hiking bills 40%, the deeply troubled company is far from out of the woods. -
Row after Tory bid to make Burnham face MPs before autumn fails (2026-07-14 17:15:03)
The Tories have accused Labour of "running scared" after ministers denied them a chance to delay Parliament's summer break. -
Burnham set for No 10: BBC correspondents on what Trump, Putin and others will make of him (2026-07-12 23:49:28)
In the US, China, Europe, Russia and elsewhere, how is the UK's expected new prime minister regarded? -
How a rise in ADHD benefits claims is adding to welfare spending challenge (2026-07-09 08:35:18)
More than 100,000 people with ADHD as their main condition receive Pip, latest figures show, an increase of 40% since Labour came to power. -
How the leasehold revolution could transform neighbourly relations (2026-07-07 23:13:38)
The government wants to abolish leasehold, but replacing it could prove far more complicated -
'Posh George': Who is aristocrat and convicted criminal at heart of Farage controversy? (2026-07-07 08:49:07)
The 32-year-old reported crypto entrepreneur, once convicted of fraud in the US, is a long-time Farage ally. -
Burnham's people: MPs and advisers in line for a job if he gains power (2026-06-24 08:42:42)
The key figures likely to be influential if Burnham succeeds in gaining the keys to Number 10. -
The Nowak murder has lit a match under British politics. This is how we got here (2026-06-06 11:08:22)
The police response to the murder of Henry Nowak has triggered a heated transatlantic debate.