'People like me need to be in probation service'

Three reformed offenders give peers the inside story on the best way to steer people away from crime.

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SNP auditors say some financial records are missing

Records for some cash and cheques have been lost but the party says it is on track to file its accounts on time.

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Challenge to Covid inquiry over Johnson WhatsApps in court

The Cabinet Office and the inquiry chair are at loggerheads over Boris Johnson's WhatsApp messages.

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Zac Goldsmith resigns after criticism over Partygate probe

The Tory peer says the government's climate change "apathy" makes his environment minister role "untenable".

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Lee Anderson: Tory deputy chairman faces telling off over GB News promo video

The Tory deputy chairman used a Parliament rooftop to film the clip to promote his GB News show.

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MP says East fishing industry 'still struggling' after Brexit

Waveney MP Peter Aldous tells a debate the situation for fishermen in the East has worsened.

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'Historic' 15-year plan to boost NHS workforce

There will be a big expansion in student places and apprenticeships - but critics say action is needed now.

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Migration bill: Government suffers series of defeats in Lords

Peers amend the Illegal Migration Bill to add safeguards for child migrants and modern slavery victims.

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Sturgeon and Swinney to appear before UK Covid inquiry

The former first minister and her deputy will face questions on how they handled the pandemic.

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Wales basic income: Drakeford hopes pilot will continue

The scheme offering £1,600 a month to 18-year-old care leavers closes to new applicants this week.

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Cut low-cost broadband VAT to help more online peers say

Some people struggle to get online, putting them at a disadvantage, a Lord's committee says.

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Lords criticise University of East Anglia's arts jobs cut plan

The University of East Anglia (UEA) aims to lose more than 30 academic posts.

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Johnson allies to be criticised over Partygate probe

Several supporters of the former PM took aim at the Commons committee that investigated him.

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Labour's Lisa Nandy rejects rent controls as 'short-term fix'

Shadow housing secretary Lisa Nandy's comments mark a change from her previous support for rent freezes.

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Government 'prepared for range of scenarios' amid Thames Water collapse fears

Reports suggest the company is in talks over its future, with one option being temporary re-nationalisation.

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Daniel Korski: Daisy Goodwin makes formal complaint

Daisy Goodwin says she has reported Tory London mayoral hopeful Daniel Korski to the Cabinet Office.

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Universal credit: Parents can claim more of their childcare costs

Working families on universal credit can claim more of their childcare costs from Wednesday.

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Climate Change Committee says UK no longer a world leader

The UK's statutory climate body criticises the government for backing new oil and gas projects.

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Conservative MP Sir Greg Knight to step down at next election

East Yorkshire MP Sir Greg Knight has represented the area since 2001.

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TV producer Daisy Goodwin accuses Tory mayoral hopeful of groping

Daisy Goodwin says Daniel Korski put his hand on her breast during a meeting.

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Tees Valley Mayor: Ben Houchen defends peerage

Ben Houchen says the process of selecting and vetting peers was "not just down to Boris".

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Cost of sending one migrant to Rwanda nearly 170000

A government assessment of the Illegal Migration Bill finds the potential savings are "highly uncertain".

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Public sector pay increase must be responsible - PM

Ministers confirm they are considering next year's public sector pay deals, as Rishi Sunak warns about inflation.

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Festival drug tests: Artists and MPs write open letter to government

Fatboy Slim, Billy Bragg and 31 MPs urge the government to allow on-site tests to go ahead this year.

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UK's high rate of avoidable deaths linked to NHS woes

People in UK less likely to survive treatable conditions than in other rich nations, study suggests.

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PM pledges more doctors and nurses in NHS plan

The plan to reform NHS training and recruitment comes at a time of record-high waiting lists.

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Rishi Sunak urges people to hold their nerve on interest rates

The Prime Minister continues to back the Bank of England as mortgage pressure rises for homeowners.

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Margaret McDonagh key New Labour figure dies aged 61

She was the first female general secretary of the party and played a major role in two election wins.

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Rishi Sunak's concern over volatile Russia situation

The UK prime minister is watching events closely, as the government holds an emergency planning meeting.

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The Green Party politicians who oppose solar farms

Some Green councillors are against solar projects, which sits uneasily with the party's national policy.

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SNP convention to discuss new independence strategy

Humza Yousaf has already said there is "no rabbit to pull out of the hat" when it comes to winning independence.

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Households to be spared net zero levy - Shapps

Steps to fund the UK's hydrogen industry will not be tied to energy bills, the Energy Security Minister says.

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Brexit: City Hall unable to fly EU flag to mark vote anniversary

The Greater London Authority had planned to raise the flag in "solidarity" with EU residents.

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David Warburton: Ex-MP says Me Too's influence too strong

David Warburton, who was accused of sexual misconduct, says its influence has created an "unfair" situation.

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Online Safety Bill: Bereaved parents win fight for information

Culture minister Lord Parkinson announced changes to the bill to give coroners new powers.

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ID rules stopped 14000 people voting watchdog finds

Minority and unemployed voters were more likely to be turned away, the Electoral Commission suggests.

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Banks summoned on mortgages after interest rate shock

The big lenders, from NatWest to Nationwide, meet the chancellor over upheaval in the mortgage market.

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More than 20 councils replacing pay and display parking machines with apps

Councils say app payments save money but charities warn people without a smartphone could be excluded.

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What can Rishi Sunak do to tackle inflation?

There are some short-term levers the government could pull but they all involve tough political choices.

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Interest rates: Bank of England governor warns rate rise hard for many

"If we don't raise rates now, it could be worse later," Bank of England boss warns as it raises rates to 5%.

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SNP political icon Winnie Ewing dies aged 93

One of the most iconic figures in the Scottish independence movement has died, her family confirms.

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Interest rates set to rise for 13th time in a row

Interest rates are expected to go up to 4.75% from 4.5% as the Bank tries to slow soaring prices.

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Ben Wallace says he won't be next Nato chief

The defence secretary says the US wants the current head, Jens Stoltenberg, to stay on.

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Interest rates: Force banks to offer mortgage help says Labour

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves sets out Labour's response to the crisis facing many mortgage payers.

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Isolating sooner could have avoided first lockdown - Hunt

The UK should have prepared to test and isolate more, the ex-health secretary tells the Covid inquiry.

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Labour plans to expand Lords despite abolition pledge

The party says new peers created would have to back replacing the chamber with an elected assembly.

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Warning DIY waste charges ban could push up council tax

Councils warn getting rid of fees to dispose of DIY material will see costs passed on to households in other ways.

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PMQs: Keir Starmer blames Tories for 'mortgage catastrophe'

The Labour leader says "13 years of economic failure" have "put mortgages through the roof".

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Is Brexit behind the UK's inflation shock?

Some claim leaving the EU may be to blame for the UK's stubbornly high inflation, but it's a complex picture.

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UK inflation unchanged in May as cost of living remains high

Inflation, which is the rate at which prices rise, remained at 8.7% in the year to May, figures show.

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RSPCA push revival of dropped animal welfare bill

Labour plan to force the Kept Animals Bill, dropped by the government, back into Parliament.

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Recall petition for suspended MP Margaret Ferrier opens in Rutherglen

The Rutherglen and Hamilton West MP was suspended for breaching Covid rules.

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Ministers to block plans to ban new coal mines

Measures to allow community projects to sell electricity directly to local homes are also set to be dropped.

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The vote on the Partygate report was about core principles - and blunt politics

Opposition parties will hope to exploit the failure of over 200 Tory MPs to condemn Boris Johnson.

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NI legacy bill: UK and Irish governments clash at ministerial meeting

The Irish delegation raised concerns at a meeting of the British Irish Intergovernmental Conference.

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Humza Yousaf unveils plan for written constitution for Scotland

The Scottish government has released its latest paper in the Building a New Scotland prospectus.

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Boris Johnson: Theresa May says backing Partygate report would restore trust

The former PM urges MPs to support the report which found Boris Johnson deliberately misled Parliament.

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Tory aides invited to 'Jingle and Mingle' Covid party

The BBC sees an invitation to 30 people, asking them to a Christmas party in 2020 when Covid restrictions were in place.

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Chris Mason: Ghosts of PMs past still haunt Sunak's present

Parliament will censure Boris Johnson but moving on from the row is still proving tricky for the prime minister.

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Boris Johnson: MPs to vote on report that said ex-PM misled Parliament

A year-long Commons inquiry found the ex-PM misled Parliament over lockdown parties in Downing Street.

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Keir Starmer pledges to end North Sea exploration and let areas profit from clean power

Sir Keir Starmer will vow to cut bills and create jobs when he sets out his party's green energy plans.

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Stop and search: Suella Braverman urges forces to 'ramp up' measure

The home secretary says it is needed to bring an end to the "dangerous culture" of people carrying weapons.

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Mortgage help 'under review' says Michael Gove

Michael Gove was asked about what whether any help would be given to those struggling with payments.

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Michael Gove won't vote for Johnson Partygate report

The housing secretary says a 90-day Commons suspension for the ex-PM is "not merited".

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Video emerges of Tory staff partying during Covid

The footage was taken at a Christmas party in Conservative Party headquarters in December 2020.

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Suspended Conservative David Warburton quits as MP triggering another by-election for party

David Warburton, who represents a Somerset constituency, had been suspended after newspaper allegations.

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Laura Kuenssberg: The super never and only (while useful) fans of Boris Johnson

When it comes to Boris Johnson, Tory activists form three distinct groups, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

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Man denies impersonating police officer and stalking MP Sir Gavin Williamson

Simon Parry "persistently followed" the MP on two occasions, Westminster Magistrates' Court hears.

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Energy bills support took too long to get to people - MPs

About 1.7 million people were left waiting months for help due to government’s "lack of bandwidth".

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Plaid Cymru: Rhun ap Iorwerth takes over as party leader

Rhun ap Iorwerth is elected unopposed after no other candidates challenged him for the job.

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Nadine Dorries: What happens next in Mid Bedfordshire seat?

A week after Nadine Dorries said she was resigning as an MP, candidates are lining up to replace her.

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Bristol Mayor Marvin Rees launches bid to become MP for new seat

Mr Rees said he would be "honoured" to become MP for the new constituency of Bristol North East.

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Boris Johnson faces calls to pay back 245000 Partygate legal bill

The former prime minister has been allowed to use public money to hire top lawyers to defend himself.

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Thurrock Council: 'Systemic weaknesses' led to 1.3bn debt

A long-awaited report says there were "systemic weaknesses" at debt-ridden Thurrock Council.

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Boris Johnson deliberately misled Parliament over Partygate MPs find

But the former PM says the committee has reached a "deranged conclusion" that was "patently absurd".

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Glenda Jackson: Oscar-winning actress and former MP dies at 87

Her agent says she died peacefully on Thursday after a brief illness, with her family at her side.

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Boris Johnson Partygate report: Key findings at a glance

A report by MPs into whether the former prime minister misled Parliament has finally been published.

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What perks will Boris Johnson get after quitting as an MP?

After deciding to stand down as an MP, what will the former prime minister be entitled to?

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Partygate report due as Johnson rails at committee

Boris Johnson stood down as an MP after seeing an advanced copy of the report.

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Nadine Dorries delays resignation until peerage information is released

The former cabinet minister says she still intends to resign, despite the delay.

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Boris Johnson: By-election confirmed for former constituency

A by-election for the ex-prime minister's former seat is set to take place between 13 and 21 July.

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Asylum target to fail at current rate - Suella Braverman

The home secretary tells MPs that more staff must be hired to clear the backlog of asylum seeker claims.

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Just Stop Oil faces first use of new police powers

Environmental protesters on a slow march across Westminster Bridge are moved by police.

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UK has no alternative to interest rate rises - Hunt

The chancellor says he would support the Bank of England to "do what it takes" to reduce inflation.

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Covid inquiry: Failure to consider 'potentially massive impact' of lockdown

The lead lawyer questions the approach taken, saying the impact of lockdowns had not been fully considered.

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Boris Johnson sends last-ditch letter to Partygate inquiry

The inquiry says it is "dealing with" submissions from the former PM, as it prepares its findings.

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'Taxpayers will be furious' as HMRC self-assessment tax helpline closes

HMRC has shut down its main self-assessment helpline over the summer, raising concerns.

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Tory peer Lord Ranger bullied journalist, watchdog finds

Both Lord Ranger and Poonam Joshi apologise following a row which began at a Diwali celebration in Parliament.

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BBC director general defends 'painful' local radio cuts

The BBC's director general says plans to cut shows are "unpopular" but are "the right thing".

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Nadine Dorries says sinister forces stopped her peerage

The former culture secretary accuses Rishi Sunak's team of blocking her seat in the House of Lords.

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UK government must be more open on use of AI, say campaigners

Rishi Sunak wants to lead in shaping global rules - but is being urged to boost transparency at home.

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Calls for abortion law reform after mother jailed

The Commons equalities committee chair says it is time to debate "outdated" abortion rules.

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Ofcom: Regulator to research public attitudes to programmes hosted by politicians

The regulator says it wants to "gauge current audience attitudes" to programmes hosted by politicians.

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Humza Yousaf will not suspend Sturgeon from SNP

Humza Yousaf says he sees "no reason" to suspend his predecessor following her arrest.

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Boris Johnson asked me to overrule peer vetting, says Rishi Sunak

The prime minister says his predecessor asked him to nominate people despite a panel rejecting them.

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MPs' misconduct cases need professional HR, say former whips

MPs in charge of party discipline aren't equipped to handle misconduct allegations, one senior figure tells the BBC.

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UK immigration: No clear case for routinely accepting Albania asylum claims - MPs

But more needs to be done to support the Albanian victims of people smuggling, a report finds.

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Police release Nicola Sturgeon without charge

Scotland's former first minister is released without charge pending further police investigations.

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Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon arrested in SNP finance inquiry

Police Scotland said a 52-year-old woman was arrested in Glasgow on Sunday.

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SNP could make life difficult for Labour - Humza Yousaf

Scotland's first minister says SNP would not cooperate if Labour refuse indy powers in hung parliament.

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Energy bills: Hotels stuck in pricey contracts as costs fall

Hotel boss Glenn Evans says he is paying 90p per unit of electricity - triple the current price.

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What's happening in Parliament this week?

Political correspondent Mark D'Arcy breaks down what we can expect from the week ahead in Parliament.

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Don't block Boris Johnson returning to Parliament, Jacob Rees-Mogg warns Tories

The party risks "civil war" if the ex-PM is ever stopped from returning to Parliament, Mr Rees-Mogg says.

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PMQs: Rayner on 'loophole lawyer' role in Covid inquiry

The deputy Labour leader accuses the Conservatives of blocking the Covid inquiry.

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Chris Mason: What Sunak’s Atlantic Declaration is – and isn’t

There's an economic elephant in the diplomatic corridors so big it has turned heads in boardrooms globally.

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Health minister Will Quince to stand down as MP

Mr Quince says he wants to spend more time with his young family.

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Boris Johnson rewards key allies in resignation honours list

Priti Patel is made a dame and Jacob Rees-Mogg is handed a knighthood, as seven are nominated for peerages.

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Nadine Dorries: Former minister stands down as Tory MP

The ex-culture secretary and close ally of Boris Johnson says she is standing down "with immediate effect".

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Labour shadow minister Bambos Charalambous suspended over complaint

The BBC has been told a complaint about Bambos Charalambous was made to Labour's complaint process.

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Why has Labour U-turned on its green investment pledge?

With the cost of borrowing up, the £28bn of investment is more expensive to deliver, says the BBC's Iain Watson.

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Baroness Louise Casey would work for Starmer government

The peer tells the BBC she backs the Labour leader's vision and would want to "get something done".

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Labour to delay £28bn green investment pledge

Rachel Reeves says she cannot be "reckless" with spending and will ramp up investment to reach the figure by 2027.

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Windfall tax to be suspended if energy prices drop

The tax was introduced last year to help fund the government's scheme to lower energy bills.

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Boris Johnson has Partygate inquiry findings ahead of report's publication

A committee is deciding whether the former PM purposely misled Parliament over lockdown-breaking parties in Downing Street.

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Stormont stalemate: Donaldson hopeful for progress after talks

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson says he is hopeful of progress as a result of talks about restoring Stormont.

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Harwich asylum seeker barge idea 'seen off', says MP

The Home Office says it is still carefully considering a number of locations.

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Lords debate Illegal Migration Bill until 4am

The measures face strong opposition from peers, as they debated potential changes to the bill until the early hours.

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Sinn Féin tells DUP to cancel holidays until Stormont restored

Sinn Féin says it is not acceptable for the boycott to go on but the DUP says it wants "respect".

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Efforts to curb abuse at Westminster incoherent - Louise Casey

A proposed change could see MPs and peers accused of violent or sexual offences barred from Parliament.

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Woking Borough Council bans new spending due to £2bn debt

The cash-strapped Surrey council says the Section 114 notice reflects its "acute financial" plight.

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Recall petition for Margaret Ferrier to open on 20 June

Voters in Margaret Ferrer's constituency will decide on whether she should lose her seat.

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Pupils face 'lost decade' in education after Covid, MPs warn

A report urges ministers to improve uptake to a tutoring scheme designed to help students in England catch up.

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Rishi Sunak to raise trade issues in US talks with Joe Biden

The prime minister says "subsidy races" are not a solution to hitting climate goals, as he visits Washington.

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Chris Mason: What Sunak is trying to achieve in the US

The challenge for the prime minister now is delivery, and quickly, with a general election expected next year.

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Climate change: Wales falling behind on targets - report

The Welsh government is accused of making "insufficient effort" in reaching net zero by 2025.

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Sunak on boat crossings: The numbers are down

The PM says his plan to cut the number of migrants crossing the Channel is working and numbers are down for the first time.

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Civil servants to strike despite new pay offer

The PCS union says members will walk out in Ireland and Wales this week and at the DVLA from 11 June.

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Lord John Morris, ex-Welsh secretary and Blair attorney general dies

John Morris led the charge for a Welsh assembly in the 1970s that came to fruition 20 years later.

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Oil and gas ban would be mistake, union boss says

The GMB union's Gary Smith calls for a mix of energy sources, and plans built around "decent jobs".

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Brexit: Food safety checks on EU imports still unknown

Food inspectors say delays to post-Brexit EU import checks leave them in a "difficult position".

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Matt Hancock ordered to apologise over rule breach

A watchdog says the former health secretary tried to influence an inquiry into a Conservative MP.

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Student-suicide petition to be debated by MPs

A group of parents are calling for a legal duty of care for students in higher education.

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Sir Keir Starmer under fire after Jamie Driscoll barred from longlist

Critics hit out after left-leaning Jamie Driscoll is barred from running for an expanded role.

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Universal basic income: Plans drawn up for £1,600 a month trial in England

Thirty people would get a monthly lump sum for two years, under a think tank's scheme in England.

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Jack says PM should not backtrack over deposit return scheme

Scottish Secretary Alister Jack wants Rishi Sunak to stand by the decision to exclude glass from the Scottish scheme.

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UK has to reduce reliance on hotels to house migrants, says Robert Jenrick

Immigration minister says asking migrants to share rooms is "fair and reasonable" in some cases.

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Illegal migrants plan could cost £6bn over two years, say government projections

Internal Home Office figures include the costs of developing detention facilities, the BBC understands.

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Boris Johnson warned Covid inquiry legal funding could be withdrawn

Former PM is told his legal costs will not be covered if he tries to "undermine" government position.

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Humza Yousaf: Deposit return scheme could be at risk

First Minister Humza Yousaf writes to PM Rishi Sunak urging him to revoke the UK's rejection of glass by Monday.

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Labour: Jamie Driscoll blocked from North East mayoral list

North of Tyne mayor Jamie Driscoll was a top contender for Labour's choice for the devolved role.

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Offer made to civil servants in bid to end strikes

Unions say the government has offered staff below senior grades a lump sum of £1,500.

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MP Charlotte Nichols says Labour not acting on sexual misconduct

Labour has said it will fully investigate any allegation of sexual harassment.

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Alleged sex offence MPs could face Parliament ban

New plans could allow a panel to bar MPs and peers if the are accused of violent or sexual offences.

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Boris Johnson to give Covid inquiry unredacted WhatsApps

The government has launched legal action against the inquiry's demand to see the messages in full.

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Senior Labour figures call for political reform of UK

A group led by former PM Gordon Brown says more powers need to be devolved to the nations and regions.

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Geraint Davies: New Labour MPs say they were warned about him

The Swansea West MP says he does not recognise allegations of unwanted sexual attention.

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Covid inquiry: Government will 'probably lose legal case', says minister

Science minister George Freeman thinks the challenge is set to fail but says it is a "point worth testing".

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Government to launch Covid inquiry legal challenge

Ministers are in a standoff over the inquiry's demands to see Boris Johnson's texts about the pandemic.

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Hospital works yet to start despite claim - trust

Work at two London hospitals is yet to begin, an NHS trust says, despite claims by the health secretary.

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Arif Ahmed appointed freedom of speech director

Prof Ahmed said he would defend free speech and academic freedom "using all means available".

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Deadline looms in row over WhatsApp release to Covid inquiry

The government is in a stand-off with the Covid inquiry over Boris Johnson's texts to officials and ministers.

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Geraint Davies: Labour MP suspended over behaviour claims

The party says the allegations against Geraint Davies are "incredibly serious".

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