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• Trump urged not to put massive tariffs on UK (2025-01-24 17:15:11)
  Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says there is no need for tariffs because the US has no goods trade deficit with the UK.
• Climate and Nature Bill falls as MPs vote to end debate (2025-01-24 16:27:03)
  The proposed law would have compelled the UK to meet new legally binding targets on climate change.
• Outline plans for massive data centre win approval (2025-01-24 15:27:40)
  The team behind DC01UK says the centre in Hertfordshire could create almost 14,000 indirect jobs.
• Campaigners dismiss loan charge review as 'sham' (2025-01-24 09:41:38)
  The charge aimed to close a tax loophole and recover backdated taxes, but has left many facing big bills.
• Trump told not to put massive tariffs on UK (2025-01-24 08:40:00)
  Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says there is no need for tariffs because the US has no goods trade deficit with the UK.
• MP abuse worse than Jo Cox era, says sister Leadbeater (2025-01-24 07:30:44)
  Leadbeater says her bill to legalise assisted dying has exposed her to unprecedented levels of "nastiness".
• Are Nimbys blocking major infrastructure plans? (2025-01-24 06:30:47)
  The government says repeated legal action against big projects is preventing the country's growth.
• Rolls-Royce strikes £9bn nuclear submarine deal (2025-01-24 06:07:36)
  A deal for nuclear submarine reactors is agreed between the Ministry of Defence and Rolls-Royce.
• Landslide election cost £52m in staff turnover payments (2025-01-23 23:04:51)
  Parliamentary standards body says the last election saw an "almost-unprecedented" staff turnover.
• MP calls for harsher sentence for Southport killer (2025-01-23 22:42:18)
  Axel Rudakubana, 18, was jailed for a minimum of 52 years for the murders of three girls.
• Why was Scotland's National Care Service scrapped? (2025-01-23 19:57:06)
  Years of delay and dispute have worn down support for what was once the government's flagship policy.
• Miliband: I won't quit over Heathrow expansion (2025-01-23 16:58:08)
  The net zero secretary is a longstanding opponent of a third runway, which the government is now expected to back.
• UK leaves door open to joining EU trading scheme (2025-01-23 15:05:28)
  It comes after the EU's trade chief says the UK could join a customs union as part of post-Brexit "reset".
• Sainsbury's to cut 3,000 jobs and shut cafés (2025-01-23 13:15:30)
  The changes are part of a cost-cutting plan, but recent tax rises for businesses have also been a factor.
• Rachel Reeves to soften non-dom tax changes (2025-01-23 13:05:20)
  It comes after critics warned the plans could prompt wealthy people to leave the UK.
• Banks raise concerns over benefit debt recovery powers (2025-01-23 12:39:52)
  The biggest group representing UK banks says the measures could conflict with customer protections.
• No plans to join Europe trade scheme, says minister (2025-01-23 12:37:41)
  It comes after the EU's trade chief says the UK could join a customs union as part of post-Brexit "reset".
• EU 'could consider' UK joining pan-Europe customs scheme (2025-01-23 07:14:37)
  The UK joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention is up for discussion in reset talks, says Maros Sefcovic.
• Misbehaving Welsh politicians may face recall vote (2025-01-23 07:05:01)
  Members of the Senedd could face a referendum on their future if they are suspended.
• PM vows to curb 'Nimby' legal blocks on infrastructure (2025-01-23 01:56:32)
  The government wants to cut the number of legal challenges to infrastructure projects.
• EU 'could consider' UK joining pan-Europe customs area (2025-01-23 00:01:15)
  The UK re-joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention is up for discussion in reset talks, says Maros Sefcovic.
• UK warns Putin after Russian spy ship seen near British waters (2025-01-22 19:21:10)
  John Healey says the vessel is used to gather intelligence and map the UK's underwater infrastrcuture.
• Closing bars could risk MPs' safety, says minister (2025-01-22 18:13:22)
  Commons leader Lucy Powell says she is open to debate about bars in Parliament but they serve a purpose.
• Reeves optimistic despite surprise rise in UK borrowing (2025-01-22 16:31:04)
  Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue - hit its highest December level for four years.
• Schools bill is an act of vandalism, says Kemi Badenoch (2025-01-22 15:29:03)
  The Tory leader accuses PM of "vandalism" but Sir Keir says the Schools Bill will protect vulnerable children.
• UK warns Putin after Russian spy ship returns to British waters (2025-01-22 14:14:57)
  John Healey says the vessel is used to gather intelligence and map the UK's underwater infrastrcuture.
• Don't expand terrorist label, says former anti-terror chief (2025-01-22 13:32:25)
  The ex-Met Assistant Commissioner warns some violent individuals would "revel" in being called terrorists.
• Blow to Reeves as UK borrowing unexpectedly jumps (2025-01-22 11:20:00)
  Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue - was £17.8bn last month, putting more pressure on the chancellor.
• Former PM Sunak takes up Oxford and Stanford roles (2025-01-22 11:16:24)
  The jobs are the first the former Conservative leader has taken since he returned to the backbenches.
• How does the government borrow money? (2025-01-22 09:39:21)
  The government gets most of its money from tax but also borrows when it wants to boost spending.
• Tensions over how Southport details went public (2025-01-22 09:29:21)
  Questions continue over why UK authorities did not publish key details about Axel Rudakubana earlier than they did.
• Tougher checks on knife sales fast-tracked after Southport attack (2025-01-22 09:18:33)
  Online buyers will be asked to submit an ID document and record a live video to prove their age under government plans.
• Tensions over how Southport details were made public (2025-01-22 09:13:57)
  Questions continue over why UK authorities did not publish key details about Axel Rudakubana earlier than they did.
• Benefit cheats could be stripped of driving licences (2025-01-22 08:22:05)
  A proposed new law will also give ministers greater powers to request bank account information.
• Surprise as UK December borrowing hits four-year high (2025-01-22 08:18:06)
  Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue- was £17.8bn last month.
• Two IDs plan to stop under-age online knife sales (2025-01-22 07:10:24)
  Anyone wanting to buy a blade online would have to complete two age verification checks under government plans.
• 'I want to make fertility treatment consistent' (2025-01-22 06:23:50)
  Katie says she wants to make treatments to be made available consistently across the country.
• PM urged to close online child sex abuse loopholes (2025-01-22 05:35:00)
  The Internet Watch Foundation revealed 2024 was the worst year on record for online child sexual abuse imagery.
• Offshore wind firms told WWII bomb disposals must be less noisy (2025-01-21 22:37:54)
  The government says the industry must find ways to clear the explosives without disrupting marine life.
• Tensions over when to make Southport details public (2025-01-21 21:24:15)
  Questions continue over why UK authorities did not publish key details about Axel Rudakubana earlier than they did.
• Government ousts UK competition watchdog chair (2025-01-21 20:45:28)
  Marcus Bokkerink is leaving as the government signals it is serious about growth, the BBC understands.
• 'Dress smartly', Speaker tells assembly members (2025-01-21 18:32:56)
  Stormont Speaker Edwin Poots said MLAs had a "very loose interpretation of smart".
• Call for more women footballers on birthday cards (2025-01-21 17:28:42)
  A lack of cards featuring female players undermines efforts to promote women's sport, says a group of MPs.
• Government digital document app launching in summer (2025-01-21 17:08:16)
  Veteran cards and driving licences will also be incorporated into a gov.uk wallet.
• 'Terrorism has changed', says PM on Southport attacks (2025-01-21 14:22:50)
  The prime minister says the UK faces a "new and dangerous threat" from extreme violence.
• Heathrow and Gatwick airport could expand under plans (2025-01-21 13:04:25)
  Airports across the UK could expand as part of the government's drive for economic growth.
• Nandy accuses peers of trying to delay football bill (2025-01-21 09:01:42)
  Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has warned that attempts to pass a Football Governance Bill are at a "critical juncture".
• Starmer to make statement on Southport public inquiry (2025-01-21 01:50:17)
  The prime minister is due to speak after Axel Rudakubana pleaded guilty to the murders of three girls last year.
• Her aunt's regime 'disappeared' people - so why did Starmer make her a minister? (2025-01-21 00:40:52)
  Labour has long known about MP Siddiq's links to an autocrat in Bangladesh, so why was she appointed a minister?
• Yes, Minister character is government's new AI assistant (2025-01-21 00:05:26)
  A new suite of AI tools for civil servants are named 'Humphrey' after the scheming character.
• Can opposites Trump and Starmer find common ground? (2025-01-20 21:35:08)
  The prime minister and the new president of the United States are rather different characters.
• Benn defends decision not to pull Stormont brake (2025-01-20 19:19:12)
  DUP leader Gavin Robinson says he's disappointed but that the government are now taking action over unionist concerns.
• Public inquiry into Southport attack announced (2025-01-20 18:57:39)
  It comes after Axel Rudakubana pleaded guilty to the murders of three girls in the town last year.
• Grave questions to answer on Southport attack, says PM (2025-01-20 17:00:06)
  Keir Starmer responds as it emerges the Southport killer had been referred to counter-terrorism scheme.
• Government rejects request to pull Stormont brake (2025-01-20 16:49:39)
  Unionist parties requested to have the brake pulled to stop incoming EU rules on packaging and labelling of chemicals.
• PM will meet Trump within weeks, Lammy suggests (2025-01-20 11:02:24)
  Sir Keir Starmer congratulates Donald Trump ahead of the US presidential inauguration.
• Brexit fishing row heads for trade court showdown (2025-01-20 00:46:05)
  The UK has banned European vessels from catching the silvery fish species in its North Sea waters but the EU is challenging the move.
• US-UK relations will flourish under Trump, says PM (2025-01-19 22:31:16)
  Sir Keir Starmer sends his congratulations to Donald Trump ahead of the US presidential inauguration.
• Corbyn and McDonnell face police interview after pro-Palestinian rally (2025-01-19 16:41:30)
  The former Labour leader and former shadow chancellor will voluntarily attend a police station.
• Trump will want a good deal with UK, says minister (2025-01-19 12:20:42)
  Darren Jones, the chancellor's second-in-command, is confident UK-US trading relationships could be deepened.
• Secret UK 'mini cabinet' tries to plan for unpredictable Trump (2025-01-18 12:02:23)
  On security and on the economy, Westminster feels both worry and hope as Donald Trump heads back to the White House.
• Mandelson praises Trump ahead of inauguration (2025-01-17 17:19:08)
  The incoming UK ambassador to the US has previously called Trump a "danger to the world".
• Starmer vows to fight 'poison' of antisemitism in Auschwitz visit (2025-01-17 16:49:47)
  Sir Keir, who is in Poland for defence and security talks, said "nothing" could have prepared him for the horror of what he had seen.
• Parliament bar closed after alleged spiking incident (2025-01-17 16:47:30)
  Police are investigating a report that a woman had her drink spiked in the bar, which is closed pending a safety review.
• IMF warns on Trump's plans but upgrades UK outlook (2025-01-17 15:57:40)
  Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF says
• Mayor to be investigated over Taylor Swift tickets (2025-01-17 15:47:07)
  Sir Sadiq Khan's received six Taylor Swift tickets worth about £3,000 for her concert in August.
• Lib Dems demand Trump tariffs impact assessment (2025-01-17 15:10:30)
  Trump, who will be inaugurated on Monday, has threatened tariffs of up to 20% on global imports.
• Shock drop in shop sales adds to worries over UK economy (2025-01-17 14:01:34)
  Sales unexpectedly fell last month, due to a poor December for food sales in supermarkets.
• Councillors could be prosecuted over debts - report (2025-01-17 12:28:17)
  Elmton with Creswell Parish Council owes £3 million to the government after taking out a loan.
• Badenoch triple lock comments trigger pensions row (2025-01-17 12:19:15)
  The Tory leader said her party wanted to look at greater means-testing of government support.
• Shock drop in shop sales adds to fears over UK economy (2025-01-17 11:57:30)
  Sales unexpectedly fell last month, due to a poor December for food sales in supermarkets.
• Shock drop in shop sales adds to fears over economy (2025-01-17 10:57:27)
  Sales unexpectedly fell last month, due to a poor December for food sales in supermarkets.
• Nandy denies Musk prompted grooming gangs inquiry (2025-01-17 10:36:52)
  After weeks of pressure, Labour has announced a new £10m fund to tackle grooming gangs and child sexual abuse.
• Culture secretary rules out funding BBC from taxes (2025-01-17 10:05:06)
  But Lisa Nandy says the TV licence is "regressive" and she is thinking "radically" about alternatives.
• Next boss warns first jobs could become harder to find (2025-01-17 07:20:05)
  Job prospects for younger workers are likely to be hit by Budget measures, Lord Wolfson tells the BBC.
• Reeves says she won't let critics get her down (2025-01-17 06:05:44)
  The chancellor tells the BBC she has got "what it takes" following a bumpy week for the UK economy.
• Chris Mason: A clear nod to demands for a new child abuse inquiry (2025-01-17 02:20:25)
  The BBC's political editor examines the government's announcement on grooming gangs.
• No convictions for breaching sanctions on Russia (2025-01-17 00:42:37)
  Sanctions were introduced after the Crimea annexation in 2014 and the wider invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
• Chris Mason: Political heat map flashes red over Treasury (2025-01-15 08:50:11)
  The BBC's political editor explains the headaches the Treasury is giving Sir Keir Starmer.
• Who is Tulip Siddiq? (2025-01-14 17:09:36)
  The Labour MP has been named in a Bangladeshi corruption inquiry into her aunt, the country's former prime minister.
• Chris Mason: Starmer and Reeves navigate tricky economic backdrop (2025-01-13 22:14:38)
  Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are the duo that best personify the Labour project of the 2020s.
• Why are UK borrowing costs rising and what does it mean for me? (2025-01-13 11:19:27)
  Government borrowing costs have hit their highest level for several years - what does it mean for you?
• 'I don't like this Musk chap': Reform members say they're unbothered by spat (2025-01-11 12:59:50)
  Activists gathering at a regional conference assess whether the US billionaire could help or hinder the party.
• Faisal Islam: Mortgage rates are not rising yet but Reeves has to act (2025-01-10 17:14:28)
  Why Rachel Reeves needs a more detailed growth strategy - and soon.
• Ros Atkins on... 24 hours on Elon Musk's X timeline (2025-01-10 16:41:30)
  The BBC's Analysis editor, Ros Atkins, investigates Elon Musk's recent posts on X about grooming gangs - and looks at how one day unfolded on his timeline.
• Market trouble threatens Labour's economic plans (2025-01-09 14:48:36)
  Chancellor Rachel Reeves may have to choose between tax rises and spending cuts, writes Henry Zeffman.
• How Elon Musk seized on baseless memo claim to fuel wave of misinformation (2025-01-09 13:10:36)
  The X owner shared false claims that a Home Office memo urged police not to intervene in child grooming cases.
• Some councils ordered to increase home building by 400%, new BBC tracker shows (2025-01-09 06:01:38)
  The postcode lookup allows anyone in England to monitor new home-building targets in their area.
• Chris Mason: Is Starmer leaving the door open to abuse inquiry? (2025-01-08 17:24:49)
  There's anger about Elon Musk's interventions - but they have turbocharged a public conversation about child sexual abuse in the UK.
• Faisal Islam: Soaring UK borrowing costs are a problem for Rachel Reeves (2025-01-08 13:33:31)
  The Chancellor may face the prospect of breaking her own Budget rules
• Ros Atkins on...Elon Musk's political interventions (2025-01-07 16:09:18)
  The BBC's Analysis Editor looks at Elon Musk's involvement in politics outside the US.
• Starmer's NHS waiting list plan - will it work? (2025-01-06 13:29:53)
  Lack of staff and money could make it difficult for government to achieve its aims.
• Chris Mason: Musk looms large over UK politics as MPs return for 2025 (2025-01-06 03:15:51)
  Another year in Westminster has got off to an explosive start after the tech billionaire's intervention.
• Nigel Farage claims Reform can win power - but how realistic is that? (2025-01-04 21:02:19)
  With new financial backers and a rapidly growing base, Reform UK seems to have momentum, but will it last?
• How Trump and Musk's interventions prompt fresh diplomatic challenge (2025-01-03 19:17:35)
  Politicians are navigating how to deal with the social media presence of Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
• Why is VAT being added to private school fees? (2025-01-01 01:51:06)
  The government says the rule change will raise £460m extra to spend in state schools in 2024/25.
• What is AI and how does it work? (2024-05-13 16:53:28)
  AI is transforming modern life, but some experts fear it could be used for malicious purposes.

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