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• PM warns of impact of Iran conflict on UK economy (2026-03-09 12:45:26)
  The prime minister was speaking as oil prices soar in response to turbulence in the Middle East.
• G7 nations to hold emergency meeting on oil as stock markets sink (2026-03-09 11:19:20)
  Chancellor Rachel Reeves will join talks amid reports that oil reserves could be released to lower prices.
• Anti-Muslim hatred definition will in 'no way' restrict free speech, says Reed (2026-03-09 11:12:14)
  Concerns have been raised that an "anti-Muslim hostility" definition could create a "chilling effect".
• Call off King's US visit over Iran, urge Lib Dems (2026-03-09 10:39:50)
  The party says the planned trip should be scrapped after Donald Trump's criticism of the UK's response to the war.
• Starmer and Trump speak for first time since president's Iran criticism (2026-03-08 16:56:34)
  The phone call comes after a week in which Donald Trump repeatedly expressed frustration at Keir Starmer's stance on Iran.
• UK opens charter flights booking portal for Britons in Dubai (2026-03-08 11:32:56)
  It comes after thousands of flights had been cancelled in the Middle East in the past week.
• UK does not 'agree with Trump on every issue' - Cooper (2026-03-08 11:13:22)
  Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has hit back at President Trump's criticism of the UK response to the conflict in Iran.
• PM is standing up for UK interests, says Cooper after Trump criticism (2026-03-08 11:02:46)
  The foreign secretary says the UK will not agree with the US "on every issue" after the US president attacks the PM's stance.
• Trump accuses Starmer of seeking to 'join wars after we've already won' (2026-03-08 07:11:03)
  The remarks come after a public back-and-forth between Trump and Sir Keir Starmer over UK involvement the US's joint offensive with Israel against Iran.
• UK to charter flight for British nationals out of Dubai (2026-03-07 21:04:54)
  The flight is due to depart from Dubai early next week for British nationals wanting to leave the region.
• Swinney would 'consider' US military plane ban from Prestwick Airport (2026-03-07 17:38:42)
  The first minister says he wants clarity from the UK government about whether the planes were involved in the US-Israeli action in the Middle East.
• There's an inflation wave coming. How worried should we be? (2026-03-07 04:02:08)
  Economic consequences are an intrinsic aspect of the Iran conflict, writes BBC economics editor Faisal Islam.
• Tory peer quits after Lords probe into PPE deals (2026-03-06 19:57:32)
  It comes after a Lords standards probe into his contacts with ministers and advisers during the pandemic.
• Parliament refurb chair defends potential £40bn costs (2026-03-06 19:39:45)
  Simon Thurley says the estimated cost does not seem like a "completely ridiculous figure" to him.
• Ministers offer Tories more peers to end hereditary bill standoff (2026-03-06 17:29:17)
  It comes as the government tries to pass a bill to end hereditary peerages ahead of a spring deadline.
• Labour whip restored to farm tax plan rebel MP (2026-03-06 16:39:32)
  Markus Campbell-Savours says he is relieved after rebelling against the government's farm tax plan.
• Badenoch presses Starmer to strike Iranian missile sites (2026-03-06 15:12:42)
  RAF jets have been shooting down missiles fired by Iran, but are not taking part in strikes on its sites.
• Mandelson's bail conditions lifted after misconduct in public office arrest (2026-03-06 14:05:11)
  Lord Peter Mandelson has had his passport returned by police, his lawyers say.
• UK must obey international law over Iran, says Thornberry (2026-03-06 07:09:57)
  The conflict in the Middle East could continue "for some time”, the UK prime minister has warned.
• Labour MP 'voluntarily suspends herself' amid China spy probe (2026-03-05 20:35:22)
  Joani Reid said she had temporarily stood down from the party after her husband was arrested on suspicion of spying for China.
• Reform UK's Welsh manifesto explained in under 60 seconds (2026-03-05 19:00:07)
  The manifesto includes income tax cuts, scraping the nation of sanctuary and building a relief road
• What did Keir Starmer say about the Iran conflict? (2026-03-05 18:18:36)
  The conflict in the Middle East could continue "for some time”, the UK prime minister has warned.
• MP's husband and two political advisers bailed after arrests over alleged China spying (2026-03-05 17:30:37)
  One of those arrested is the husband of Scottish Labour MP Joani Reid.
• PM stands by decision not to join strikes on Iran and sends more jets to Qatar (2026-03-05 16:36:28)
  The PM said the best way forward was a "negotiated settlement with Iran where they give up their nuclear ambitions".
• Starmer tries to reassure as Iran crisis deepens (2026-03-05 16:01:10)
  The PM acknowledged people are worried about family abroad, the economy, and potential further escalation.
• Healey visits Cyprus after criticism of UK response to drone attacks (2026-03-05 14:55:33)
  The Cypriot government has criticised how the UK has handled information sharing after drone attacks.
• Senedd election is referendum on Starmer's leadership, says Nigel Farage (2026-03-05 13:55:04)
  Nigel Farage helps the party launch its Senedd election manifesto, including a 1p income tax cut.
• Failed asylum seeker families to be offered up to £40k to leave UK (2026-03-05 13:05:44)
  The home secretary says the "incentives" will deliver a "significant saving to the taxpayer".
• Cyprus criticises UK's response to drone attack ahead of Healey visit (2026-03-05 13:00:36)
  The Cypriot government has criticised how the UK has handled information sharing after drone attacks.
• MP's husband and two men bailed after arrests over alleged China spying (2026-03-05 11:54:23)
  One of those arrested is the husband of Scottish Labour MP Joani Reid.
• Trying to get social care can be 'horrendous', Baroness Casey tells BBC (2026-03-05 11:24:03)
  The chair of the independent commission on adult social care also says the care system relies on the exploitation of its workforce.
• Reform leads other parties in donations ahead of May elections (2026-03-05 11:16:01)
  The latest donations received by Nigel Farage's party includes £3m from crypto investor Christopher Harborne.
• Defence minister in Cyprus after criticism of UK's drone strike response (2026-03-05 11:00:03)
  The Cypriot government has criticised how the UK has handled information sharing after drone attacks.
• Asylum seekers who break law to have support removed (2026-03-05 10:00:23)
  The home secretary will say in a speech the move is required to restore "trust" to the asylum system.
• Cyprus criticises UK response to drone strikes ahead of Healey visit (2026-03-05 08:44:42)
  The Cypriot government has criticised how the UK has handled information sharing after drone attacks.
• First UK government flight for Britons stuck in Middle East yet to take off (2026-03-05 06:41:34)
  The UK government says more than 130,000 British nationals have registered their interest in leaving the Middle East region.
• Mahmood to set out curbs to asylum seeker support (2026-03-04 22:31:21)
  The home secretary will say in a speech the move is required to restore "trust" to the asylum system.
• Stock markets and oil prices still volatile over fears Iran war may drag on (2026-03-04 19:00:39)
  Experts have warned that if oil and gas prices remains elevated it could make goods and services more expensive.
• Is the UK-US 'special relationship' in trouble? (2026-03-04 18:48:54)
  The UK is still working closely with the US, the government insists, after President Trump said the relationship was "obviously not what it was”.
• MP not seen anything to suspect husband has 'broken any law', after China spy arrests (2026-03-04 16:58:19)
  The Met Police suspect three men of assisting Chinese intelligence services in the UK.
• MP not seen anything to suspect husband has 'broken law', after China spy arrests (2026-03-04 14:59:01)
  The Met Police suspect three men of assisting Chinese intelligence services in the UK.
• Starmer defends Iran response as Badenoch calls for more action (2026-03-04 14:27:59)
  It comes after Trump criticised the PM for refusing to allow the use of UK bases in the initial US-Israel strikes.
• First UK government flight to leave Middle East with more planned (2026-03-04 14:05:04)
  Some British nationals are being invited to board the flight from the capital of Oman later on Wednesday.
• UK stock market calms but oil prices rise over fears Iran war may drag on (2026-03-04 13:58:51)
  European markets are trading a little higher but gas and crude prices remain volatile.
• Partner of Labour MP arrested on suspicion of spying for China, BBC told (2026-03-04 13:07:49)
  He is one of three unnamed men who the Met Police suspect of assisting Chinese intelligence services in the UK.
• Ex-Labour mayor and councillor join Reform UK (2026-03-04 11:54:59)
  Former Newham councillors Sir Robin Wales and Clive Furness say Labour has failed London.
• Lorries skipping border checks is disease risk - MPs (2026-03-04 10:11:33)
  Government data shows a rise in trucks failing to turn up at Sevington after arrival in Kent.
• First government flight for UK nationals due to leave Middle East (2026-03-04 10:06:32)
  Some British nationals are being invited to board the flight from the capital of Oman later on Wednesday.
• First chartered flight for UK nationals due to leave Middle East (2026-03-04 08:38:26)
  Some British nationals are being invited to board the flight from the capital of Oman later on Wednesday.
• Trump belittles Starmer with 'no Churchill' jibe but can the special relationship recover? (2026-03-04 04:49:01)
  The remarks came amid a row over the refusal to permit the use of UK bases for the initial US-Israel strikes.
• Chris Mason: Trump belittles Starmer with 'no Churchill' jibe but can the special relationship recover? (2026-03-04 04:49:01)
  The remarks came amid a row over the refusal to permit the use of UK bases for the initial US-Israel strikes.
• After Trump's 'no Churchill' jibe can the special relationship recover? (2026-03-04 04:49:01)
  The remarks came amid a row over the refusal to permit the use of UK bases for the initial US-Israel strikes.
• UK announces first Middle East repatriation flight (2026-03-04 04:36:04)
  The chartered flight is currently scheduled to leave Muscat International Airport in Oman on Wednesday evening.
• Mahmood to stop study visas from four countries due to 'abuse' (2026-03-03 22:53:51)
  The government will end study visas from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, due to what says is abuse.
• I asked an expert to unpack Scotland's main election issues (2026-03-03 20:22:30)
  Sir John Curtice explains what matters most to voters and how views differ between younger and older generations.
• 'Stickiest moment yet' for Trump and Starmer, says Chris Mason (2026-03-03 19:31:21)
  Addressing press in the Oval office earlier today, President Trump criticised Sir Keir Starmer and the UK's initial response to US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
• Trump says Starmer is 'no Winston Churchill' over Iran strikes (2026-03-03 18:24:59)
  Sir Keir Starmer had refused to grant the US permission to use the Diego Garcia military base.
• Reeves says her plan is working as growth forecast cut for this year (2026-03-03 16:39:35)
  The forecasts were made before the conflict in the Middle East broke out which could have a "very significant" impact, the OBR said.
• UK to send Royal Navy warship HMS Dragon to Cyprus (2026-03-03 16:33:17)
  The prime minister said the "UK is fully committed to the security of Cyprus and British military personnel based" on RAF Akrotiri.
• Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble on fears conflict could escalate (2026-03-03 14:49:05)
  Iranian official threatens to "set fire" to any ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
• Go further on regulating leasehold managing agents, Rayner urges (2026-03-03 14:05:40)
  Ex-housing secretary praises the government's draft bill but calls for more action on service charges.
• 'I make between £800 and £2,000 a month on zero-hours contracts. There's no consistency' (2026-03-03 13:48:56)
  People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances as the chancellor delivers her Spring Statement.
• Spring Statement 2026: Key points at a glance (2026-03-03 13:10:49)
  Chancellor Rachel Reeves updates MPs on her plans for the economy and unveils the latest official forecasts.
• Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble as crucial shipping lane threatened (2026-03-03 11:52:54)
  Iranian official threatens to "set fire" to any ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
• Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran (2026-03-03 11:22:20)
  European nations say they want to work better together but are finding it hard to do so
• A simple guide to the May elections in England, Scotland and Wales (2026-03-03 09:44:57)
  Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.
• UK still working closely with US, minister insists after Trump criticism (2026-03-03 09:10:14)
  The minister defends the UK's stance on Iran, as the US president says the relationship is "obviously not what it was".
• What to expect from the Spring Statement (2026-03-03 08:12:26)
  Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give an update on her plans for the UK economy when she gives a statement alongside an economic forecast on 3 March.
• Why independence is still a political dividing line in Scotland (2026-03-03 06:16:14)
  Scotland remains more or less split down the middle on independence, eight years after the referendum.
• Chris Mason: Starmer at odds with Trump in biggest disagreement yet (2026-03-03 04:59:39)
  The prime minister told MPs that the government "does not believe in regime change from the skies".
• Starmer at odds with Trump in biggest disagreement yet (2026-03-03 04:59:39)
  The prime minister told MPs that the government "does not believe in regime change from the skies".
• Parents of nursery abuse victims to meet minister (2026-03-03 02:04:07)
  Parents of Vincent Chan's victims will meet the education secretary to press her on safeguarding.
• 'I've given up on working in hospitality. The £15,000 pay isn't worth the stress' (2026-03-03 00:10:14)
  People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement.
• Starmer criticises Trump over Iran strikes, as he defends UK position (2026-03-02 18:19:01)
  The PM told MPs that Trump had expressed his disagreement with the decision not to get involved in the initial strikes.
• Is the UK now involved in Iran conflict? (2026-03-02 18:05:15)
  Ben Wright explains why the UK agreed for the US to British military bases for "defensive" strikes on Iranian missile sites.
• Weekend voting to be piloted in May elections (2026-03-02 16:45:49)
  Findings from the experiment will be published later this year and inform future electoral reform.
• MPs' pay to rise by 5% to £98,599 a year from April (2026-03-02 16:06:17)
  Westminster's expenses watchdog says MPs are dealing with higher levels of complex casework and abuse.
• Farage calls for changes to election voting rules (2026-03-02 15:39:33)
  The Reform UK leader says postal voting should be restricted to those with a 'valid reason'.
• Henry Zeffman: Starmer seeks to carve out distinct UK approach to this conflict (2026-03-02 13:12:30)
  This is delicate terrain for the prime minister both in the UK and among international leaders too.
• Two drones headed to RAF base intercepted, Cyprus says (2026-03-02 13:00:08)
  No casualties were reported and the base sustained "minimal damage", the Ministry of Defence said.
• Labour promises to replace Wales' largest hospital if it wins Senedd election (2026-03-02 12:34:04)
  Eluned Morgan said Labour would redevelop hospitals in Cardiff and Wrexham, and support a new one in west Wales.
• Refugee status becomes temporary in asylum shake-up (2026-03-02 12:30:29)
  Adults and accompanied children claiming asylum will only receive refugee status for 30 months under the changes.
• More than 100,000 Britons register for help in Middle East (2026-03-02 10:34:31)
  Foreign Office sources say no evacuation was imminent but the government is preparing for potential scenarios.
• Iranian drone hit RAF base, Cyprus president says (2026-03-02 07:40:00)
  No casualties were reported and the base sustained "minimal damage", the Ministry of Defence said.
• Sir John Curtice: Which issues will decide the elections in Scotland and Wales? (2026-03-02 06:28:21)
  A poll carried out for the BBC examines the issues which will influence how people plan to vote on 7 May.
• Reform council deputy admits post image was AI (2026-03-02 06:16:15)
  Darren Grimes says the picture was used for "illustrative purposes" in his blog.
• Labour promises same-day mental health services if it wins Senedd election (2026-03-02 06:09:37)
  Eluned Morgan will promise better mental health services as she launches her Senedd election campaign.
• RAF base in Cyprus targeted in suspected drone strike, MoD says (2026-03-02 05:24:27)
  The BBC understands there were no casualties in the suspected strike on RAF Akrotiri in southern Cyprus.
• UK will allow US to use bases to strike Iranian missile sites, PM says (2026-03-01 22:56:45)
  The prime minister says it remains the case that the UK will "not join offensive action now".
• UK launches consultation asking for views on under-16s social media ban (2026-03-01 22:35:18)
  Discussions over what measures to implement to protect children's wellbeing will last for three months.
• Major changes to asylum system set to come into force (2026-03-01 22:04:54)
  From Monday, asylum seekers granted refugee status in the UK will be offered only temporary protection.
• Chris Mason: Trump calls Starmer as US and Europe diverge on Iran strikes (2026-03-01 00:03:06)
  The UK was not involved in, nor has it endorsed, the strikes on Iran by Israel and the US.
• Zack Polanski's unusual path to becoming Green Party leader (2026-02-27 16:07:39)
  Zack Polanski has led the Greens to their first Westminster by-election victory, just six months after taking over the party.
• From plumber to Parliament: the Green Party's new MP (2026-02-27 12:29:17)
  Spencer marked her victory by apologising to customers for potentially having to cancel work due to her Westminster move.
• Sir John Curtice: Greens' win means future of British politics is more uncertain than ever (2026-02-27 06:06:26)
  Not only did Hannah Spencer become the first Green to win a by-election, she won it well.
• How could assisted dying laws change across the British Isles? (2026-02-26 12:04:17)
  Separate bills to let terminally ill people end their life are being considered at Westminster and in Scotland.
• Faisal Islam: Is the UK economy really turning a corner? (2026-02-25 20:52:23)
  The Chancellor is trying to use this moment as a launching pad for a wider attempt to gee up consumer and business confidence.
• MPs openly criticising Andrew reflects shift in tradition (2026-02-24 20:29:41)
  In the Commons, MPs shared their personal experiences of meeting the former prince – all of them were resoundingly negative.
• Lord Mandelson arrest - how did we get here? (2026-02-24 03:02:55)
  It comes after the ex-Labour minister was accused of passing sensitive government information to Jeffrey Epstein.
• 'It is a catastrophe' - the man battling to stem rising youth unemployment (2026-02-22 03:37:08)
  Alan Milburn returns to his hometown of Newcastle as he undertakes a review into the growing numbers of young people out of work.
• The fallout from Labour's local elections U-turn is not over yet (2026-02-17 17:28:26)
  Keir Starmer and his team knew last week that delays to council elections would need to be reversed.
• Ministers want to reform SEND - but they are treading very carefully (2026-02-16 01:11:05)
  The government is expected to outline its plan to overhaul the complex system of support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England soon.
• The Victorian aristocrat who became first British Muslim lord (2026-02-15 07:28:46)
  After converting to Islam, Lord Henry Stanley closed pubs on his estate and helped restore churches.
• 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.
• Where does Wormald sacking leave Sir Keir Starmer? (2026-02-13 16:18:13)
  Is transplanting staff at the heart of government part of a bigger strategy - or a sticking plaster?
• Chris Mason: Latest vetting row raises fresh concerns over Starmer's judgement (2026-02-12 03:13:29)
  The BBC's political editor analyses the vetting rows facing the PM over Lord Doyle and Lord Mandelson.
• Six key questions about Keir Starmer's future (2026-02-10 13:40:57)
  There is no doubting the peril the prime minister was in, but while Labour MPs have decided to stick with him, his future is far from certain.
• Three things that could bring Starmer down - and what might save him (2026-02-10 09:20:47)
  Sir Keir's survival as Labour leader and prime minister hangs in the balance, writes Nick Eardley.
• Sarwar makes his biggest political gamble - but can it pay off? (2026-02-09 21:38:40)
  The call for Sir Keir Starmer to resign is a defining moment in Sarwar's leadership of Scottish Labour.
• Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger (2026-01-28 12:16:59)
  Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing
• Labour wants to shake up the police - but will that solve 'everyday crime epidemic'? (2026-01-24 12:27:09)
  The home secretary is promising the biggest policing reform in centuries, but she faces a fight, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
• Jenrick's move is massive - but could it cause a bigger fight on the right? (2026-01-17 06:55:28)
  He's a big political character adapting to a new political tribe, but his move could be overshadowed by a poisonous row.

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