How is the government's Brexit deal with the European Union going down?

No row has yet materialised, but the PM awaits the verdict of his MPs, writes our political editor.

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'Raise pay to end strikes', says Conservative peer

Lord Balfe says the government needs to "get real" and raise public sector pay to benefit the UK.

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Don't create drama over Brexit deal, Rishi Sunak tells Tory MPs

Rishi Sunak addresses his MPs in an attempt to win support for his new deal on Northern Ireland.

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Brexit: Pressure builds on DUP over new deal

Sinn Féin says the focus should be on restoring Stormont which the DUP is boycotting over the NI Protocol.

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Cut parents' benefits over school truancy, suggests Michael Gove

The cabinet minister says the measure could help restore an "ethic of responsibility".

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Invest in Northern Ireland to get single market access, says Andrea Leadsom

Leading Brexiteer Andrea Leadsom suggests Rishi Sunak's Brexit deal can benefit all UK companies.

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Grant Shapps 'sympathetic' to scrapping energy bill rise

Energy secretary claims he and the chancellor are looking "very carefully" at April's £500 increase.

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Windsor Framework: New Brexit deal restores balance to NI, says Sunak

The Northern Ireland Assembly has been suspended since February 2022 due to political disagreements.

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Brexit: What is the Stormont brake?

This part of the new Brexit deal aims to give NI politicians a greater say over how EU laws apply.

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Chris Mason: The path back to power sharing at Stormont remains difficult

The PM's deal may not be enough to tempt the DUP back to government, writes our political editor.

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NI Brexit deal: Businesses hope for stability and certainty

The Windsor Framework goes further than many had expected, says one trade body.

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NI Brexit deal: DUP hails progress on deal but says concerns remain

The PM says the Brexit agreement for Northern Ireland is a breakthrough, as many Tory MPs express support.

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Tax energy bosses' bonus 'bonanza', say Lib Dems

The party wants a one-off levy on the millions of pounds it says executives have made from high bills.

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Chris Mason: Brexit breakthrough is moment of political jeopardy

Negotiations between the UK and EU have resembled diplomatic Jenga, says the BBC's Chris Mason.

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Minimum marriage age rises to 18 in England and Wales

The government says the changes will help protect vulnerable children from being forced into marriage.

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Labour says UK risks falling behind Poland

Sir Keir Starmer says that without new policies, living standards will fall below those in eastern Europe.

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NI Protocol: 'Final talks' due between Rishi Sunak and Ursula von der Leyen

The EU's Ursula von der Leyen will be in the UK on Monday for face-to-face talks with PM Rishi Sunak.

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Northern Ireland Protocol: Rishi Sunak to meet Ursula von der Leyen for talks

The deputy prime minister earlier said the UK was close to securing a deal with the European Union.

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Northern Ireland Protocol: UK on 'cusp' of new Brexit deal, says Dominic Raab

The deputy prime minister says the UK is close to securing a deal with the European Union.

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Dominic Raab says he would resign if bullying claims upheld

A senior lawyer is investigating eight complaints of bullying against the deputy prime minister.

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Luciana Berger rejoins Labour Party after antisemitism apology

She has accepted an apology from Sir Keir Starmer over the party's handling of antisemitism claims.

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Northern Ireland Protocol: New Brexit deal 'inching towards conclusion'

Irish PM Leo Varadkar says an agreement on the Northern Ireland Protocol could be reached in days.

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Stafford MP deselected one week after maternity leave return

Conservative Theo Clarke says she received abuse after announcing her plans to take time off.

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Northern Ireland: Negotiators clear diaries as Brexit deal in sight

Even the most cautious officials are whispering that this time an agreement could be in sight.

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King had planned to meet EU chief

Saturday's meeting between the King and Ursula von der Leyen has been cancelled due to operational reasons.

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Rod Stewart pays for scans at NHS hospital to cut waiting lists

The singer pays for a day's worth of scans and pledges to do more.

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SNP leadership: Ash Regan questions role of Sturgeon's husband

Ash Regan says Peter Murrell's role overseeing the leadership contest is a "clear conflict of interest".

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Tories lose control of council after three quit

One ex-Tory says she can "no longer agree on the direction this group was taking".

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Move faster to help Ukraine, Rishi Sunak to urge allies

The PM will say Ukraine needs more support, at a G7 meeting to mark a year since Russia's invasion.

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Kate Forbes 'greatly burdened' by gay marriage row

The SNP leadership hopeful says she is "heartsore" after criticism over her comments on gay marriage.

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Ben Wallace slaps down minister Johnny Mercer in army cash row

The defence secretary criticises "junior minister" Johnny Mercer in spat over armed forces spending.

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Asylum backlog at record high, Home Office figures show

Almost 110,000 people have been waiting for a decision for six months or more, according to new data.

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Vegetable shortages could last for up to a month

The environment secretary says shortages of some fruit and vegetables could go on for up to four weeks.

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Chelmsford MP Vicky Ford calls for affordable homes in office conversions

An MP wants the law to ensure offices converted to flats include a portion of affordable properties.

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Broadband must be accessible to all, peers told

Experts tell a House of Lords committee too many families cannot afford this "essential utility".

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PMQs: Starmer and Sunak trade blows on NI protocol talks

The prime minister accused the Labour leader of "Talking about a deal he has not even seen".

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PMQs: NI plans have been 'poorly implemented' - Starmer

Rishi Sunak says he will be "resolute” in working for Northern Ireland and the wider UK.

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Dominic Raab urged to guarantee protection for women in family courts

Dominic Raab is being urged to ensure women who have suffered domestic abuse are not cross examined by abusers.

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Blair and Hague: UK should embrace tech revolution

The former Conservative and Labour leaders say politicians should "redesign the state around technology."

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Tony Blair and William Hague call for digital ID cards for all

Ministers must harness the benefits of the tech revolution, former Labour PM and Conservative leader say.

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Chris Mason: Government's view on public sector pay has shifted

New below-inflation pay rises are being recommended for nurses, teachers and police officers.

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Kate Forbes loses SNP backers over gay marriage stance

The SNP leadership hopeful has defended her comments after prominent backers abandoned her campaign.

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Councils get more money to help struggling households

The Household Support Fund goes to local authorities in England to help those struggling the most.

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The Boris Johnson backers with a plan to save the Tory party

A new grassroots campaign is aiming to boost Tory membership to ensure the party's long-term survival.

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What is Nicola Sturgeon's political legacy?

The BBC's Scotland editor James Cook considers how history will judge her years in office.

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Good Friday Agreement: How Blair and Ahern brought new focus

Ahead of the deal's 25th anniversary, we look back on the twists and turns of the year leading up to it.

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Ukraine war: Liz Truss joins Johnson in calling for transfer of fighter jets

The ex-PM puts pressure on Rishi Sunak as she urges the UK to "do all we can" to support Ukraine.

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SNP leadership: Kate Forbes would not have backed gender bill

The SNP leadership candidate says she has "significant concerns" about the issue of self-identification.

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Roald Dahl: Rishi Sunak joins criticism of changes to author's books

A debate rages over changes to references to characters' appearance and weight in the author's works.

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Starmer demands MP vote on post-Brexit rules for Northern Ireland

The Labour leader says his party supports new rules for Northern Ireland in the "national interest".

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Brexit: No deal on NI Protocol this week, predicts DUP MP

Sammy Wilson accuses the UK government of having "an attitude of defeat" in its talks with the EU.

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Jeane Freeman would not have supported gender reform law

The former health secretary says "legitimate concerns" about the reforms have not been addressed.

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Free school meals: London's mayor launches £130m scheme for primary pupils

The one-off funding is set to help more than 270,000 children in the capital between 2023 and 2024.

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Domestic abusers to be more closely monitored and electronically tagged

Some offenders will be tagged in new crackdown, while police must treat the crime as on par with terrorism.

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UK defence spending is top priority, says Mordaunt

Penny Mordaunt says the government has committed to increasing its defence spending to support Ukraine.

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Brexit: Protocol deal must work for all of Northern Ireland - Mordaunt

The Commons leader also says an intervention by Boris Johnson on the issue is not "entirely unhelpful".

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Nicola Sturgeon, Jeremy Corbyn, NI Protocol: A week that changed UK politics?

In three crucial ways, the landscape shifted - and the result could shape the next general election.

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NI Protocol: Boris Johnson warns Rishi Sunak not to drop power to override Brexit deal

The ex-PM says ditching powers that allow the UK to change post-Brexit trade deal would be a "mistake".

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Humza Yousaf and Ash Regan launch bids to become SNP leader

The first two candidates to replace Nicola Sturgeon as Scotland's first minister announce their bids.

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Rishi Sunak: Ukraine's long-term security must be ensured now

Allies must give advanced Nato-standard equipment and long-term security assurances, Sunak says.

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NI Protocol deal by no means done, says Rishi Sunak

The UK is preparing to announce it next week but the PM says there are "challenges to work through".

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Can Scottish Labour mount a post-Sturgeon revival?

How realistic are Labour's hopes of a political comeback in the post-Nicola Sturgeon era?

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Brexit: What can we expect from an NI Protocol deal?

With talk of an agreement as early as next week, what could the UK-EU compromise look like?

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Rishi Sunak: We must double down on Ukraine military support

Allies must give advanced Nato capabilities and long term security assurances, Sunak will tell world leaders.

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PM concerned by police disclosures about Nicola Bulley

Rishi Sunak told broadcasters he was "pleased the police are looking at how that happened".

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Police to face questions over Nicola Bulley disclosures

The Lancashire force is criticised for making her struggles with alcohol and the menopause public.

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Liz Truss calls for Taiwan support to tackle China threat

The former UK prime minister says countries should ensure Taiwan is able to defend itself.

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Rishi Sunak set for Northern Ireland Protocol talks with Stormont leaders

Rishi Sunak is in Belfast as speculation rises that a deal could be done with the EU next week.

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Jeremy Corbyn: Let Labour members decide his fate, ally says

Diane Abbott says the ex-Labour leader is determined to be a Labour candidate, despite being barred.

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Clare Drakeford: Funeral held for wife of Wales' FM

Senior politicians gathered in Cardiff for the funeral of Clare Drakeford on Thursday.

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Chris Mason: Where does Sturgeon resignation leave UK's future?

The SNP's opponents believe Nicola Sturgeon's departure will hamper the push for Scottish independence.

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Calls for SNP to delay independence summit after Sturgeon resignation

Senior party figures say a special conference may have to be delayed while a new leader is elected.

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Liberal Democrats take up Lee Anderson's poster challenge

Thousands of attack posters are delivered to the MP after he offers to hand them out himself.

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ULEZ: I want to be on right side of history - Sadiq Khan

Sadiq Khan answers BBC Radio London listeners on a range of topics, including his ULEZ expansion.

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Chinese CCTV switched off by Welsh police

Two of four police forces and the Welsh government stop using the cameras amid security concerns.

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Jeremy Corbyn: Starmer move flagrant attack on democracy

The former Labour leader attacks a decision to bar him from representing Labour at the next election.

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Police use of Chinese camera tech criticised by surveillance watchdog

A survey finds police forces using kit from companies despite alleged "security and ethical" fears.

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Who will replace Nicola Sturgeon as next SNP leader?

Ms Sturgeon refused to back anyone as a successor, insisting there was a wealth of talent within the SNP.

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Ben Wallace: We need to invest in defence properly

The defence secretary says the Ukraine war has exposed "vulnerabilities" as he seeks more money.

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The Boris Johnson backers with a plan to save the Tory party

A new grassroots campaign is aiming to boost Tory membership to ensure the party's long-term survival.

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UK inflation: Price rises slow but remain close to 40-year high

UK inflation, a measure of the cost of living, fell to 10.1% in the year to January.

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All major road building projects in Wales are scrapped

Environmental campaigners called it "world-leading" but some warned of lost construction jobs.

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Fears Whitehaven Harbour orange water linked to coal mine work

Radiation Free Lakeland is against plans for a new deep mine, which were approved in December.

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BBC's Sharp should fall on his sword - Jonathan Dimbleby

Veteran BBC broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby says Richard Sharp should "fall on his sword".

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UK must wake up to China threat, says ex-MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger

Western nations are "under full press of Chinese espionage", Sir Alex Younger tells the BBC.

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Ford to cut one in five jobs in the UK

The carmaker will cut 1,300 jobs, mainly at its research and development site in Essex.

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Dáithí's law: Assembly to meet for recall over organ donation

It is the sixth attempt to elect a Speaker, but the DUP says it will keep blocking such a move.

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Rishi Sunak promises 'whatever it takes' to protect UK from spy balloons

Rishi Sunak says Typhoon jets are "kept on 24/7 readiness", when asked about the threat from spy balloons.

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Richard Sharp: PM declines to say if he backs under fire BBC chairman

Rishi Sunak said he would not "pre-judge" an investigation into Richard Sharp's ties with Boris Johnson.

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Douglas Alexander to stand as Labour candidate for East Lothian

The former international development secretary lost his seat to the SNP's Mhairi Black in 2015.

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Real splits within Plaid Cymru, MP Hywel Williams claims

Hywel Williams' comments follow allegations of a toxic culture within the party.

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Net zero targets 'may mean higher taxes'

Economist Lord Stern says public and private investment is needed to reach climate goals by 2050.

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Labour accuse Tories of spending sprees on hotels, dining and gifts

But Conservatives say Labour's analysis of spending by government departments is a "political stunt".

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Richard Sharp: Pressure grows on BBC chairman after critical report

Richard Sharp's position is "extremely difficult" following in MPs' report, says SNP's John Nicolson.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: UK aid is reaching Syria, minister says

But Andrew Mitchell admits helping the nation is "difficult", amid criticism of the global response.

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'Childcare costs are pricing me out of the job market'

Calls are being made to reform the childcare system to help parents back into the workplace.

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Nandy: BBC chairman's position 'increasingly untenable'

Lisa Nandy tells Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg that developments around Richard Sharp allegations are serious.

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'BBC chairman's position is very difficult' - SNP MP

SNP MP John Nicolson says Richard Sharp has broken the rules and "lost the trust of BBC staff".

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Ukraine: 'Britain will never betray its brave spirit' - Zelensky

In a surprise visit to the UK, Ukraine's President Zelensky thanked Britain for its "grit" and support in the war.

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Laura Kuenssberg: Jets to Ukraine decision 'not easy' says Poland

Poland's president tells Laura Kuenssberg sending F-16 aircraft would be a "very serious decision".

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Brexit: Northern Ireland Protocol talks at their end stages, sources say

One source suggests a legal text is now being looked at where the final details are nailed down.

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Onshore wind: 'I've saved £200 because of my local turbine'

Could giving discounts off energy bills persuade more people to support wind farms in their area?

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Ian Lavery: Ex-Labour Party chairman faces questions over tax affairs

Ian Lavery says he "does not owe a single penny" in tax and has never paid a penalty to HMRC.

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Shellfish deaths: Minister rejects call for further probe

Environment secretary Therese Coffey says finding the cause of the mass deaths is "highly unlikely".

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West Lancashire by-election: Polling stations close

The poll was triggered when Labour MP Rosie Cooper resigned to take up a senior NHS leadership role.

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MPs want inquiry into Ashford school after attack on black schoolgirl

A protest was held after the suspected racially-aggravated assault on the girl in Surrey.

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Nadine Dorries to stand down as MP at next election

The ex-culture secretary and Mid Bedfordshire MP blames her party's decision to oust Boris Johnson.

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TSSA: Report finds bullying and harassment at transport union

A lawyer-led inquiry accuses the union's leadership of a "wilful blindness" to bad behaviour.

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Stoke MP to stand down at next election

The Stoke-on-Trent Central Tory says she has not come to the decision lightly.

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Treasury tightens controls on new spending in Michael Gove's department

New funding for major building projects will need permission, a minister has confirmed.

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Sunak says nothing off table as Zelensky asks for jets

President Zelensky steps up calls for the West to supply fighter jets to Ukraine, on a surprise visit to the UK.

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MP Lee Anderson: New deputy Tory chairman clashes with radio presenter

The MP repeatedly asks the presenter if she has ever lied after being challenged about dishonesty.

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Chris Mason: The profound questions Zelensky’s European tour poses

The Ukrainian leader visited the UK on Wednesday and made a plea for fighter jets.

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Boris Johnson nears £5m in earnings since leaving office

It comes after the former PM's latest declaration of a £2.5m advance payment for speaking events.

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Jared O'Mara: Former MP found guilty of fraudulent expenses claims

Jared O'Mara is convicted of trying to claim almost £24,000 to fund a cocaine habit.

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Freedom will win, Volodymyr Zelensky tells UK Parliament

The Ukrainian leader is addressing MPs on his first visit to the UK since Russia's invasion.

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Zelensky in first UK visit since invasion of Ukraine

President Zelensky will arrive in the UK today in his first visit since Russia's invasion of Ukraine last year.

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Medals for MPs among ideas to attract fresh talent to Parliament

A committee of MPs says there should be more support for politicians to find work after Parliament.

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SNP MP Stewart McDonald's emails hacked by Russian group

Stewart McDonald tells the BBC his emails have been stolen by a group linked to Russian intelligence.

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Public Order Bill: Peers defeat plans to curb protest disruption

The government suffered a series of heavy defeats to its Public Order Bill in the House of Lords.

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Rishi Sunak's new top team - and why it matters

Rishi Sunak's new top team - and why it matters

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West Lancashire by-election: Candidates step up battle for votes

The voters of West Lancashire will head to the polls on Thursday to elect Rosie Cooper's successor.

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Liz Truss: I don't want to be prime minister again

The former prime minster defends her time in office and says she will support her successor Rishi Sunak.

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Liz Truss: I'm not desperate to get back into No 10

It's the first time the former prime minister has spoken on camera since leaving office.

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How damaging is the trans prisoners row for the SNP?

Will the row over trans prisoners turn out to be a blip, or a longer-running sore for Nicola Sturgeon?

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Retrospective pay talks are 'not right' - Barclay

The health secretary says "we should be looking forward" to the pay review body giving its next settlement.

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Starmer: My heart sinks when I hear more from Liz Truss

The Labour leader says the former PM has done "more than enough damage to our economy".

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Has the Brexit fishing promise come true?

Boris Johnson said his Brexit deal would mean lots of extra fish caught in the UK - has this happened?

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Biggest-ever round of NHS strikes gets under way

Ambulance staff and nurses walk out on Monday with further strikes to follow this week.

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Cost of living: Call for better pension saving deal for young and low-paid

Current rules disproportionately affect young and ethnic minority workers, a think tank says.

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Grant Shapps: Liz Truss's tax cuts were clearly the wrong approach

Grant Shapps, who briefly served in Liz Truss's cabinet, said inflation must fall before taxes are cut.

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Union boss Sharon Graham calls on Sunak to intervene on NHS pay

Sharon Graham urged the PM to break the deadlock ahead of the biggest week of strikes in NHS history.

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Government has not had any pay talks with Union - Unite boss

Sharon Graham says she's had no conversations with the prime minister or health secretary over pay.

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Lib Dems call for higher pay for social care staff

Sir Ed Davey says a higher minimum wage for the sector would help prevent an "exodus" to better paid jobs.

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Liz Truss returns - and it could be trouble for Rishi Sunak: Laura Kuenssberg

The former PM returns to the political fray via a newspaper op-ed - and Rishi Sunak can't afford to ignore her.

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Dominic Raab should be suspended, says ex-Conservative chairman

Jake Berry argues MPs and ministers should be treated like "anyone else".

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Ban on sale of animal-exploiting trips, given initial support by MPs

Tory Angela Richardson says her bill would encourage tourists to visit sites with good welfare records.

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Bankrupt Thurrock Council asks for £636m bailout and tax hike

Thurrock is in council tax rise and bailout negotiations as it tries to address its £1.5bn debt.

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Is Brexit costing £1m a day and other claims

Alastair Campbell and Jacob Rees-Mogg made claims about UK trade and the impact of Brexit.

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Former Braintree MP Alan Hurst dies at 77

The Labour MP is described as a "kind, gentle and well respected" by his Tory successor.

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Concern voter ID could stop some voting in Swindon election

The new polling station rules will take effect for the first time during the May local elections.

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PM Rishi Sunak on rapist case: Biological sex 'really matters'

The PM was asked about the case of double rapist Isla Bryson during an interview with Piers Morgan.

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Pontins asylum accommodation plans scrapped

Sefton Council and a local MP opposed converting the resort into asylum accommodation.

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Nicola Sturgeon: Rapist Isla Bryson 'almost certainly' faking trans status

Nicola Sturgeon was responding to a claim by a victim of Isla Bryson that she was not "truly transgender".

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UK to see shorter recession, says Bank of England

The slump is now expected to last just over a year rather than almost as two years.

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Bring back duty-free perk to boost London - mayor

Bosses of Heathrow, Selfridges and Harrods are calling on the government to reinstate duty-free shopping. 

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UK interest rates: How high could they go and how would a rise affect you?

The Bank of England is expected to raise interest rates later, pushing some mortgages up further.

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Welsh rugby: Politicians knew about WRU sexism claims - MP

Tonia Antoniazzi says she raised concerns about culture in the Welsh Rugby Union last March.

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Non-doms: Why Labour squeeze on rich taxpayers could backfire

Will Labour's pledge to end tax perks for the rich if they win power drive money away from the UK?

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Raab bullying probe another ticking time bomb under PM

Ministers say they expect Rishi Sunak's deputy to be the next senior figure to be shown the door.

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NI Protocol: EU talks down reports of compromise deal on European court

Both the UK and EU have told the BBC challenges remain on reaching an overall agreement.

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Mary Creagh in bid to become next Coventry North East MP

Mary Creagh is considering bidding to become the new MP for Coventry North East, the BBC understands.

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Troubles legacy bill: Victims take protest to Westminster

IRA victim's son says the UK government's proposed Troubles legacy bill is "shutting down justice".

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