Sewage spills in England totalled 1.75 million hours in 2022

Environment Agency data shows there were on average 824 sewage spills per day in England's waterways.

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Teachers working 12-hour days, leaked report says

The research, commissioned by the Department for Education, has not yet been made public.

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Local Elections 2023: New powers will help prevent potholes, says Rishi Sunak

The PM announces new measures to help improve roads, as campaigning for local elections gets under way.

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Cerebral palsy: Paul Maynard MP says he is mocked for being drunk

Paul Maynard says he regularly receives messages accusing him of being drunk in Parliament.

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EU funds for NI community groups ending

The UK government has promised to replace EU money but it is not clear when this will happen.

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UK economy grew at the end of last year

The economy performed better than previously estimated in the final three months of 2022, new figures show.

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PM pledges trans guidance for schools 'for summer term'

Rishi Sunak promises clarity as union claims teachers are navigating a 'public minefield'.

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MP to undergo treatment for skin cancer

Luke Pollard says his diagnosis was "a bit of a shock", but he wanted to thank the NHS for looking after him.

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Warning UK car industry under threat without help

An industry veteran says the UK needs to follow the US and EU in helping with the shift to electric cars.

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No plans to increase capital gains tax, Labour says

The tax - paid on profits from selling an asset - is set at a lower rate than income tax.

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State pension age rise to 68 will not be brought forward yet

The government is set to announce it will not yet bring forward the date for the pension age rise to 68.

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New UK net zero plan targets emissions and costs

Ministers say the UK should have Europe's cheapest electricity by 2050, but critics call plans a "rehash".

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Council tax would be frozen for a year, Labour propose as campaign launches

Sir Keir Starmer says the tax could be kept at its current rate with an expanded windfall tax on energy firms.

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Migration dilemma leaves Rishi Sunak confronting an expensive mess

Critics of the government say a legacy of asylum mismanagement means problems are stacking up.

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UK asylum plans: Barges and ex-bases set to be used to house migrants

The plan, to be announced by Robert Jenrick, is a move away from using hotels to house asylum-seekers.

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Liberal Democrats call for 8,000 extra GPs at local elections launch

May's local elections are the "final chance" to send a message to the government, the Lib Dems say.

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Teachers' strikes: Keegan says pay deal is final offer

Some unions are urging members to reject the deal, as the NEU announces another two potential strike days.

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Jeremy Corbyn: The left-wing veteran outcast by his party

The ex-Labour leader's long political career hangs in the balance after being stopped from standing as an MP.

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Jeremy Corbyn: Labour vote to ban ex-leader standing as candidate

Jeremy Corbyn was ejected from the parliamentary Labour party due to a row over antisemitism.

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Northern Ireland terrorism threat level rises

The move follows a rise in dissident republican activity, including a gun attack on a top policeman.

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Two Conservative Black Country MPs to step down at election

Conservatives Nicola Richards and Stuart Anderson will not stand in West Bromwich and Wolverhampton.

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Scottish Parliament to elect next first minister

The SNP's new leader Humza Yousaf is almost certain to become Scotland's sixth first minister.

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Chris Mason: Old tensions to remain for SNP's new leader

The election of Humza Yousaf gives the SNP a softer political landing than a Kate Forbes victory.

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NFT: Plans for Royal Mint produced token dropped by government

Plans for a government-backed digital token, ordered to be created by Rishi Sunak, have been axed.

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Levelling up: More than 90% of funding not yet spent

Figures obtained by the Labour Party show £392m has been spent from the £4.8bn fund as of last month.

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Stafford MP readopted as Tory candidate at second attempt

Theo Clarke won a vote among members after her constituency association committee rejected her.

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Laughing gas: Experts warn nitrous oxide ban will not stop use

The government defends new plans to tackle anti-social behaviour by clamping down on nitrous oxide.

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Matt Hancock and Kwasi Kwarteng discussed fees with fake firm

Matt Hancock and Kwasi Kwarteng met with a sham company in a stunt set up by campaign group Led by Donkeys.

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Tory rebellion over small boats bill put on hold

A group of MPs will meet with ministers to look at how to tighten up the bill, instead of voting against it.

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SNP to announce Nicola Sturgeon's successor

The party will confirm their next leader later after a process that has revealed deep divisions.

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UK is poorer as a country, says Michael Gove

The levelling up secretary blames war in Ukraine and pandemic, but denies government is at fault.

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Matt Hancock and Kwasi Kwarteng discussed fees with fake firm

Matt Hancock and Kwasi Kwarteng met with a sham company in a stunt set up by campaign group Led by Donkeys.

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Where next for Scotland as the Nicola Sturgeon era ends?

The first minister's resignation triggered a divisive leadership campaign - but what could happen now?

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Rishi Sunak promises anti-social behaviour crackdown

New plans will aim to have people repair damage they cause within 48 hours of being given an order.

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UK economy: When are you going to feel better off?

How politicians answer that will set the terms for the next election, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

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MI5 spy reveals secret 'unauthorised' IRA talks

The officer who helped bring peace to Northern Ireland tells the BBC he defied orders from the government.

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UK asylum plans: Plans on future of migrant hotels to be announced

The government has previously signalled it wants to end the practice of housing people in hotels.

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Tax decisions made in national, not personal interest, No 10 says

It comes after the PM's tax details revealed he benefited from a cut in capital gains tax he voted for.

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MPs approve plans to make street sexual harassment a crime

A government-backed bill criminalising catcalling or following people now goes to the House of Lords.

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Question Time audience asked: Was Boris Johnson telling truth?

Fiona Bruce asks the Question Time audience if they believe the former PM told a committee of MPs the truth.

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Netanyahu meets Sunak at Downing Street amid protests

The visit comes as the Israeli leader faces domestic turmoil over judicial reforms.

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Average Treasury worker 34 despite over-50s back to work push

Over-50s are being urged to work but just 10% of Treasury staff are that age, the BBC has learned.

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UK and EU to seal Northern Ireland Windsor Framework deal

The post-Brexit deal aims to make trade between Northern Ireland and the rest of the UK smoother.

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DUP won't stop trying to get better Brexit deal for NI - Donaldson

The PM's new deal for NI has "an element of the sticking plaster" to it, says Sir Jeffrey Donaldson.

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Sir Keir Starmer says he would scrap his own pension tax scheme

The Labour leader says he would include himself in plans to reverse high earner tax breaks.

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Cost of living: Food banks used by 3% of UK families

Those in Scotland and the north of England were most likely to have used one in the last 12 months.

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Guide dog campaigner urges Rishi Sunak to sort out shortage

Activist Jill Allen-King says she gripped Rishi Sunak's hand as she told him about waiting lists.

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Wales freeports for Milford Haven-Port Talbot, Anglesey

The two new areas will have tax and duty relief and simplified customs, with hopes for 20,000 jobs.

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Boris Johnson challenged in hearing: Key moments

The former prime minister is facing a committee of MPs on whether he intentionally misled parliament.

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Veg shortages drive surprise jump in UK inflation

The cost of living rose more than expected in February driven by sharp hikes in food prices.

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Dolly Parton celebrated by DUP MP Jim Shannon in Parliament

Jim Shannon submits an motion in the House of Commons to honour the popular American country star.

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Sir Keir Starmer criticised over tax free pension scheme

Labour defends its leader's pension arrangements against Conservative accusations of hypocrisy.

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Boris Johnson to vote against Sunak's NI Brexit deal

The former prime minister called Rishi Sunak's Northern Ireland Brexit deal "unacceptable".

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Chris Mason: 'Box set Boris Johnson' is pure political theatre

The PM before last was never likely to gently fade out and disappear, writes the BBC's political editor.

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Boris Johnson Partygate inquiry: The key clashes to expect

The former PM faces a several hour-long grilling by MPs over claims he misled Parliament.

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Partygate: Boris Johnson unveils defence to claims he misled MPs

The ex-PM will insist he did not recklessly or intentionally mislead MPs at a committee hearing tomorrow.

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RAF Scampton: Asylum seekers could stay in runway cabins, meeting told

More details are revealed about Home Office plans to house asylum seekers at RAF Scampton.

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SNP members should be able to edit vote - leader candidate Ash Regan

Party chiefs reject the move, saying it would be "massively disruptive and confusing" for members.

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Review into Metropolitan police finds systemic failures

The prime minister responds as a report finds racism, misogyny, and homophobia at the heart of the Met Police.

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Rishi Sunak: Pension tax breaks will cut NHS waiting lists, says PM

The prime minister says pensions changes will keep doctors in work, amid criticism they are unfair.

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Boris Johnson: What could happen after Partygate hearing?

The former PM is facing a big political moment, as a grilling over statements he made about Partygate approaches.

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Boris Johnson submits evidence before Partygate grilling

A committee of MPs is investigating whether the former PM misled Parliament over Covid rule-breaking parties.

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Henry Dimbleby: Conservatives' obesity strategy makes no sense, ex-adviser says

Henry Dimbleby says the reluctance of government to intervene will cause "huge problems" for the NHS.

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Waste collection changes risk chaos, councils warn

Councils say government plans for consistent waste policies across England could be unworkable.

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Brexit: New Stormont brake details due to be published

It aims to give Stormont politicians a greater say on how EU laws apply to Northern Ireland.

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Private firms profiting from asylum hotels, BBC learns

The government pays millions each day to house asylum seekers in almost 400 hotels across the UK.

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SNP leadership: Decisions need to be made by 'big team', says Forbes

SNP leadership candidate Kate Forbes says party members want to know the institution is democratic.

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Ed Davey: Lib Dem leader to woo Labour voters in conference speech

The Liberal Democrat leader will talk about overseas aid and rising living costs at the event in York.

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Boris Johnson: Tory MPs will get free vote on any Partygate sanctions

Boris Johnson faces a marathon televised hearing this week to convince MPs he did not mislead Parliament.

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SNP chief executive Peter Murrell resigns over membership row

Peter Murrell, the husband of Nicola Sturgeon, confirms he has resigned from the role with immediate effect.

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Witham councillor's conduct investigated after Pride comments

An Essex councillor says she stands by her remarks of not wanting "sex flags" in her High Street.

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Dominic Raab plans new law to stop whole life term prisoners marrying

The justice secretary says he will block murderers like Levi Bellfield getting married in prison.

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Teachers' strikes in England paused for talks

Talks between the government and unions will focus on teacher pay, conditions and workload reduction.

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St Patrick's Day: NI party leaders to attend White House reception

They will visit the White House for the traditional St Patrick's Day reception with the US president.

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Calls for talks to end junior doctors' strikes

Unions and ministers are being urged to start talks after a pay breakthrough with other NHS workers.

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The NHS pay dispute could soon be over, but we are not there yet

Union members are yet to back the deal, and the government still needs to pay for it, says Chris Mason.

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Brexit: MPs to vote on Windsor Framework next week

The vote will also be a chance for MPs to have their say on the overall UK-EU agreement, BBC is told.

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NI political disruption destabilises union - Blair

Constant political disruption at Stormont creates difficulty for the UK, says the former PM.

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Jeremy Hunt: More immigration not a Brexit betrayal

The chancellor defends the decision to give overseas construction workers easier access to UK jobs.

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Chancellor announces £1m Manchester Prize for AI

The Budget also promises funding for a supercomputer and a £2.5bn quantum-computing research programme.

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SNP leader candidates call for 'robust' audit of vote system

Teams for Kate Forbes and Ash Regan believe party members and the public need reassurance over the ballot.

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Cigarette prices rise but draught beer duty is frozen

Duty for draught pints is frozen but the average price of a pack of 20 cigarettes rises to £14.39.

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Phillips presses Sunak on UK’s modern slavery record

Labour MP Jess Philiips claims the Illegal Migration Bill will make it harder for women to be helped.

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What is the plan for free childcare and what other help is there?

The government is set to announce more help with childcare for some working parents in the Budget.

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Sunaks told to put dog on leash in Hyde Park

The PM's protection officer reminded the Sunaks dogs should be on a lead by the lake in Hyde Park, London.

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Energy bill help to continue until end of June

It is one of a series of measures being taken by the government to try to grow the economy.

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Budget: Jeremy Hunt to expand free childcare to one and two-year-olds

The plans, aimed at encouraging parents to return to work, are expected to be announced in the Budget.

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SNP candidates predict independence in five years

Ash Regan, Humza Yousaf and Kate Forbes were speaking as they faced each other in a BBC Scotland TV debate.

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Cladding: Michael Gove names firms yet to sign post-Grenfell fire safety contract

The Levelling Up secretary urges developers to pay for repairs to homes with post-Grenfell fire risks.

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Budget to boost lifetime allowance for pension savings

Increasing the allowance in Wednesday's Budget means workers could avoid paying more on their pension.

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Aukus deal: Summit was projection of power and collaborative intent

The UK, US, and Australia are old democracies trying to counter a new adversary, says Chris Mason.

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Baroness Masham, Paralympian and longest serving female peer, dies aged 87

Baroness Masham competed at three Paralympic games and campaigned for disability rights.

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Theresa May says asylum plan won't solve illegal migration issue

The former PM says modern slavery victims will be "collateral damage" under new government proposals.

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Aukus deal: US, UK and Australia agree on nuclear submarine project

The US, UK and Australia say new nuclear-powered submarines will help ensure stability in the Pacific.

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Rishi Sunak: China represents challenge to world order

The PM says the UK will increase defence spending because "the world has become more volatile".

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SNP leadership: Voting opens as race enters final fortnight

Humza Yousaf, Kate Forbes and Ash Regan are bidding to succeed Nicola Sturgeon as first minister.

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Gary Lineker to return to Match of the Day as BBC announces social media review

Director general Tim Davie says the BBC will carry out an independent review into its social media rules.

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HSBC swoops in to rescue UK arm of Silicon Valley Bank

The sale of the UK arm of SVB to HSBC will come as a relief for many UK tech companies.

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Rishi Sunak announces £5bn extra defence spending during US trip

The spending boost is included in a new UK foreign and security strategy to be published on Monday.

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Good Friday Agreement: PM to invite Joe Biden to NI for 25th anniversary

President affirmed US government's support for Belfast Agreement at a St Patrick's Day event in 2022.

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Gary Lineker: More BBC sport shows cancelled by presenter boycott

Football coverage has been scaled back as a staff walkout in support of the Match of the Day host continues.

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Budget 2023: Universal credit claimants to get more childcare cost help

The announcement in next week's Budget is part of government plans to encourage people back to work.

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Gary Lineker: Impartiality row leads to fresh calls for BBC chairman to resign

The BBC chairman is under renewed pressure with the broadcaster in the grip of a major impartiality row.

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Kuenssberg: The Budget cannot mask big changes to our economy

Both main parties are under pressure to make the country and its people richer, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

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Mark Drakeford says grief will not stop his work in emotional speech

Welsh first minister says his grief at losing his wife will not stop his work for Labour.

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BBC got Lineker row badly wrong - Sir Keir Starmer

The Labour leader says the BBC is not acting impartially claiming it is "caving in" to Tory MPs.

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Starmer promises Welsh Labour control over replacement for EU aid

UK Labour leader says Wales "will take back control" over the replacement for EU funds.

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Can Sunak-Macron bromance help stop the boats?

The PM is staking his reputation on resolving the issue of migrants crossing the Channel.

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Luton Lockdown breach councillors de-selected

The local Labour Party has been unable to select its own candidates since July 2021.

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RAF Scampton migrant camp would 'scupper' redevelopment plans - firm

Housing asylum seekers at RAF Scampton would hinder plans to transform the base, developers say.

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Delaying HS2 will increase costs, industry says

The rail and construction sectors criticise the move to delay the Birmingham to Crewe leg by two years.

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Unite accuses National Express of 'union busting'

The bus company disputes the claims ahead of a planned 16 March walkout.

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Knighthood for Boris Johnson's father not wise, says minister

Ex-PM Boris Johnson reportedly has included his father Stanley on his resignation honours list.

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European court at odds with British values, says Suella Braverman

The home secretary's plans to stop small boat crossings could be challenged by the Strasbourg court.

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Rishi Sunak to push Emmanuel Macron on efforts to stop small boat crossings

However, the two men are not expected to reach a deal on returning migrants to France.

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Gary Lineker tweet 'diminishes' tragedy of Holocaust - Suella Braverman

The home secretary says the football pundit's tweet about asylum policy "diminishes the unspeakable tragedy" of the Holocaust.

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Budget 2023: What could be in it and when will it happen?

The government will reveal how much of our money it will take in taxes and what it will spend it on.

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Labour back Senedd vote criticising own Welsh roads review

First minister and others back a Senedd vote saying review did not consult public enough.

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Pauline Latham: Tory MP for Mid-Derbyshire to retire

Pauline Latham, MP for Mid-Derbyshire, says "the time is right to step aside from frontline politics".

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Boris Johnson gives evidence in Dominic Raab bullying probe

Dominic Raab served as deputy prime minister and foreign secretary under Boris Johnson.

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Rishi Sunak: Why PM will not find it easy to stop boat crossings

Will new legislation aimed at cutting numbers crossing the Channel have an impact?

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Review into teaching of sex education announced

A backbench Tory MP raises concerns that children are being exposed to "inappropriate" content.

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Suella Braverman: Civil servants demand apology over small boats email

Home Office officials are "livid" about a Tory email accusing them of blocking small boat crossings, union chief says.

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SNP rivals set out indyref2 plans in fiery TV debate

Kate Forbes, Humza Yousaf and Ash Regan clash in the first SNP leadership TV debate.

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Asylum plan 'very concerning' and would break international law - UN refugee agency

The UNHCR says stopping people arriving illegally from claiming asylum breaches international law.

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Chris Mason: The row is just beginning on the Illegal Migration Bill

The prime minister's aim is clear, but can the Illegal Migration Bill work?

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Rishi Sunak backs Simon Case over Hancock WhatsApp row

The PM says civil service chief is doing a "great job" amid claims he has become too political.

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Graham Brady: Tory Chair of 1922 committee to stand down as MP

The influential backbencher will be vacating his Altrincham and Sale West seat for "other opportunities".

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Natalie McGarry: Ex-MP cannot pay proceeds of crime, court told

Prosecutors are seeking to recover £130,000 from Natalie McGarry, who was jailed for embezzlement.

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Budget 2023: What could be in it and when will it happen?

The government will reveal how much of our money it will take in taxes and what it will spend it on.

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Channel migrants: Chance for progress - but can Sunak deliver?

Rishi Sunak has asked to be judged on tackling Channel crossings but there are no easy solutions.

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Nitrous oxide: Laughing gas should not be banned, review says

Nitrous oxide, known as laughing gas, is the second most-used drug in the UK among 16 to 24-year-olds.

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Windsor Framework: Former leaders join talks panel

Baroness Foster and Peter Robinson will join an eight-member panel to gauge opinions.

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Green energy revolt threatens Tory support in minister's backyard

A backlash against electricity connections is fraying Tory support in Therese Coffey's constituency.

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No Sue Gray contact during Partygate report, Keir Starmer says

The Labour leader refuses to say when the former civil servant was approached about joining his team.

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Matt Hancock texts reveal concern at plans to relax Covid isolation

The former health secretary expressed concern about relaxing rules for Covid contacts in late 2020.

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Dominic Raab's ex-colleagues speak out as bullying probe reaches final stages

Dozens of people, including the deputy prime minister himself, have now given evidence to the inquiry.

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Mother of Frankie Thomas wants answers from tech firms over daughter's death

Judy Thomas tells the BBC she struggled to get information from tech firms after her teenage daughter died.

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General election is the same as independence vote - Regan

The SNP leadership candidate said Westminster would have to open up talks on Scottish independence.

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Windsor Framework: Stormont brake to be focus of Heaton-Harris talks

NI secretary says Democratic Unionist Party have asked for clarification in several areas.

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Rishi Sunak to end asylum claims from small boat arrivals

Anyone coming to the UK on a small boat will be removed to Rwanda or another country, under new laws.

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Matt Hancock: Leaked messages suggest plan to frighten public

The former health secretary discussed when to reveal the existence of the Kent variant.

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Matt Hancock's reaction to photo of kiss with aide revealed in text leak

The former health secretary asked if another minister could emphasise that "no rules have been broken", leaked messages show.

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Labour MP Rupa Huq regains whip after Kwasi Kwarteng racism row

The MP was suspended for calling then-Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng "superficially black".

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Isabel Oakeshott: Who is the journalist behind Matt Hancock Covid messages leak?

The anti-lockdown, pro-Brexit journalist finds herself at the centre of a political row - not for the first time.

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Windsor Framework: Unionists to get 'legal reassurances'

Chris Heaton-Harris also says there will be no re-negotiation of the Windsor Framework.

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Sue Gray: Tory MPs angry over Labour job for Partygate probe chief

Top official Sue Gray has been offered a job as chief of staff to Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer.

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'My Friday prison release led to a disastrous mistake'

Marc Conway is backing a new law that aims to cut reoffending by ending Friday prison releases.

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Matt Hancock: More leaked texts put spotlight on police and quarantine

The latest leaked messages show Matt Hancock suggested "getting heavy" with police during the pandemic.

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Boris Johnson says he will will find it hard to vote for Rishis Sunak's Brexit deal

Boris Johnson breaks his silence on Rishi Sunak's Northern Ireland Brexit deal with the EU.

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Labour chooses West Midlands mayor candidates

Three Labour candidates are unveiled to challenge Andy Street for the office of West Midlands mayor.

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Matt Hancock: Leaked texts show clashes between ministers

Matt Hancock tried to bypass the education secretary to close schools during Covid, messages show.

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Isabel Oakeshott says Matt Hancock sent her a 'menacing message'

The journalist says the former health secretary is "troubled" by the publication of his messages.

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School face masks worn in England to avoid Covid row with Scotland - claims

Ministers in England came under pressure after Scotland introduced face coverings in schools.

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Minister Kemi Badenoch clashes with MPs over menopause law

The minister says she doesn't want to see the menopause given special legally protected status.

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Jacob Rees-Mogg had Covid test couriered to his home, texts suggest

Messages leaked to the Telegraph appear to show Matt Hancock's adviser helped send the test in 2020.

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