Alistair Darling: Gordon Brown says briefings against ex-chancellor unfair

The former prime minister hails the "integrity" of Lord Darling following his death aged 70.

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Government intervenes in Abu Dhabi's bid to buy Telegraph

The UK will take a closer look at the sale of the Telegraph and Spectator titles to Gulf investors.

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Ex-Tory minister Lord James Douglas-Hamilton dies aged 81

Lord James, latterly known as Baron Selkirk, was an Edinburgh MP for 23 years and also served as an MSP.

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Sunak 'trying to humiliate' Greek PM, says Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer claims Rishi Sunak "lost his marbles" when he cancelled a meeting with the Greek PM.

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Leasehold ban not included in housing reform law

Ministers say the ban will be added to the law at a later stage, raising doubts about its inclusion.

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England to get new national park as part of nature plan

Sites under consideration could include the Chilterns, the Cotswolds and Dorset.

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Stormont deadlock: Government-DUP talks in 'final, final stages'

But Chris Heaton-Harris says he is not going to set a timeline on negotiations.

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Striking unions to be required to keep schools open

The government announces plans to introduce minimum service levels in schools from next year.

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Oxford City Council votes for permanent Gaza ceasefire

The motion requests that leader Susan Brown writes to Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer.

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Greeks broke promise not to raise Elgin Marbles, says No 10

Downing Street cancels Rishi Sunak's meeting with the Greek PM at the last minute amid a diplomatic spat.

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Chris Mason: Sculptures row about politics as much as history

The Parthenon Sculptures are back in the news but is this story also about a looming general election?

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Sunak cancels Greek PM meeting in Elgin Marbles row

Kyriakos Mitsotakis says he is "disappointed" the meeting has been called off.

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London mayor 'kept in dark' in early stages of Covid

Sadiq Khan tells the Covid inquiry says he was "alarmed" at what he was told as the Covid pandemic arrived in the UK.

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Rishi Sunak agreed migrant deal, Suella Braverman's allies say

But sources close to the PM dispute the document the former home secretary refers to amounted to a deal.

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Leasehold reforms: Michael Gove confident bill will pass by next election

The bill would make it easier and cheaper for homeowners to extend their lease or buy their freehold.

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Sunak welcomes foreign firms' £29.5bn 'vote of confidence'

The prime minister says foreign investors' plans to invest £29.5bn is a "huge vote of confidence".

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Autumn Statement 2023: National Insurance and more key announcements by Jeremy Hunt

Here's what you need to know about Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's tax and spending plans for the year ahead.

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American bully XLs: Fear of spike in dumped dogs under ban

Owners may have "nowhere else to turn" if vets cannot cope with demand, rescue homes warn.

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Swindon man denied bail over Justin Tomlinson MP stalking claims

The man allegedly sent MP Justin Tomlinson threatening and abusive messages about Israel and Gaza.

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Labour unlikely to meet its £28bn green pledge at all

The pledge had already been watered down. Now a Labour source says it is unlikely to be fulfilled.

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Robert Jenrick pressures No 10 with own plan to cut migration

The immigration minister's ideas are not yet government policy, but are being discussed at No 10.

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Chris Mason: Brexit means buck now stops with government on immigration

After leaving the EU, the UK can't blame the bloc for rising migration figures, Chris Mason writes.

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Covid: Lack of trust in government adversely affected minorities - Badenoch

The business secretary tells the Covid inquiry some minority groups did not trust the government.

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Tory candidate resigns after trans comments

A complaint was made against Nick Rose over comments about transgender issues and immigration.

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James Cleverly denies calling Stockton North derogatory term

Local MP Alex Cunningham alleges the swear word was used during Prime Minister's Questions.

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Covid inquiry: Van-Tam family received 'unexpected' death threats

Former medical adviser tells the UK Covid inquiry he considered stepping down over safety fears.

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What the Autumn Statement means for you and your money

Now the speech has been delivered, what does it mean for your finances in the months ahead?

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Jeremy Hunt pledges £7m to tackle antisemitism

The chancellor says he is "deeply concerned" over the rise in antisemitism incidents in the UK.

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NI and business tax cuts expected in Autumn Statement

National Insurance cuts are set to be among plans Jeremy Hunt hopes will boost the economy.

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Downing Street deletes post about Northern Ireland with Irish flag

The leader of the Ulster Unionist Party says the UK government "doesn't understand us".

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Covid inquiry participants briefed on top official's health

Letter suggests there could be a further delay to Cabinet Secretary Simon Case giving evidence in person.

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Government borrowing rises ahead of Autumn Statement

A smaller deficit across the first half of the financial year could still mean tax cuts in Wednesday's statement.

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Can electricity pylons ever be beautiful?

With Jeremy Hunt expected to announce £1,000 boost for households living near pylons, could better design calm objections?

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Rishi Sunak: The time has come to cut tax

The prime minister says taxes can be cut "in a responsible way" after the inflation rate halved.

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Autumn Statement 2023: When is it and how will it affect me?

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is set to unveil the government's tax and spending plans.

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Bob Stewart MP to stand down after racial abuse conviction

Bob Stewart was found guilty of a racially aggravated offence, telling a man to "go back to Bahrain".

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Israel-Gaza: Protests against MPs cross a line, says Rachel Reeves

The shadow chancellor says protesting outside the homes and offices of MPs is "intimidation".

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Hunt does not rule out tax cuts in Autumn Statement

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt does not rule out income tax cuts in Wednesday's Autumn Statement, as he tells Laura Kuenssberg priority is growth

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Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt to announce money off bills for homes near new pylons

The chancellor will unveil the plan, aimed at speeding up electricity upgrades, in his Autumn Statement.

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Laura Kuenssberg: Reshuffle deals drama but voters more worried about wallets

Rishi Sunak brought back an ex-PM and is defiant on Rwanda - but voters are focused on their wallets, says Laura Kuenssberg.

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Is Rishi Sunak's approach convincing or confusing voters?

From David Cameron to Rwanda, it has been a busy week for the PM - but what do voters make of it all?

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Levelling up risks damaging faith in high street revival, report says

Less than a quarter of people questioned thought their high street was improving, research finds.

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Health Secretary Victoria Atkins says husband's sugar job no conflict

Victoria Atkins says she has always been absolutely "scrupulous" in declaring her interests.

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Labour MP Jo Stevens' office vandalised by pro-Palestine protesters

A Labour MP who abstained on the Gaza vote is accused of having "blood" on her hands.

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Rishi Sunak sets out how pothole funding from HS2 savings to be used

Councils say the money is a "significant boost" but call for longer term funding to repair roads.

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Suella Braverman: No flights before election under PM's Rwanda plan

"Tinkering with a failed plan" will not achieve the government's aims, the former home secretary says.

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David Cameron makes first official visit to Ukraine

The new foreign secretary is visiting Kyiv, as President Zelensky thanks the UK for its support.

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Chris Mason: Eyebrows raised over Sunak's Plan B for Rwanda

Rishi Sunak is determined to be seen to take this on but scepticism is justified, says the BBC's political editor.

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Rishi Sunak says Rwanda merry-go-round must end

It follows a Supreme Court ruling that a policy to send illegal migrants to Rwanda was unlawful.

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Chris Mason: Supreme Court ruling leaves Rwanda policy in tatters

Allies of former Home Secretary Suella Braverman say the Supreme Court's decision is damning for the PM.

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Inflation slows to 4.6% as government pledge met

UK inflation fell sharply in October to its lowest rate in two years, largely due to lower energy prices.

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Suffolk MP Therese Coffey says she nearly died due to stress

The Suffolk MP tells the BBC how she was particularly ill while working in government.

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NHS struggling to open extra winter beds and fill staffing gaps

Hospitals in England warn a lack of funds means they must scale back on extra beds and recruitment.

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David Cameron to return to cabinet table after seven years

The former prime minister has been made the new foreign secretary as part of a dramatic reshuffle.

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What was the strategy behind Rishi Sunak’s reshuffle?

Rishi Sunak wants to build a team more in his own image while trying to change the political dial.

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Home secretary Suella Braverman is 'out of control' - Keir Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer says Suella Braverman is "doing the complete opposite" of the proper role of a home secretary.

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Suella Braverman sacked from Sunak's Cabinet

Mrs Braverman was accused of stoking tensions ahead of pro-Palestinian protests at the weekend.

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Suella Braverman: A quick guide to the home secretary

Here's what you need to know about the home secretary.

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PM facing tough week on Braverman and Rwanda

The BBC's political editor looks ahead to a possible reshuffle and a crunch court ruling on Rwanda.

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Suella Braverman: Shapps won't back home secretary's language on policing

He distances himself from the home secretary's language, but says it is "proper" to debate the issue.

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How area once dubbed 'tent city' cut rough sleeping

Bringing support services and emergency beds under one roof helps keep people in Milton Keynes off the streets.

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Rishi Sunak condemns violence on day of protests in London

Counter-protesters made up the "vast majority" of arrests as 300,000 marched calling for a Gaza ceasefire.

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Suella Braverman row: Who's scared of Rishi Sunak?

Suella Braverman may yet be sacked but the PM's handling of her disobedience has dented his authority.

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Fake audio of Sadiq Khan is not a crime, says Met

Police probe phoney content purporting to show the mayor of London commenting on Remembrance events.

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Ex-NatWest boss loses out on £7.6m payout after Farage row

Dame Alison Rose resigned after admitting to discussing details about Nigel Farage's bank account.

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Wales' 20mph speed limit: Top Labour MP calls for review

Chris Bryant calls for a review of the new default speed limit across Wales.

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Suella Braverman: PM pushed to sack home secretary over protest stance

The home secretary creates a Tory divide after criticising the police over pro-Palestinian protests.

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Minister Michael Matheson racks up £11k roaming fee on parliament iPad

Michael Matheson said he was using the device for constituency work while on holiday in Morocco.

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FM accused of misleading parliament over WhatsApps

The government has published a new timeline of when it was asked to provide evidence to the UK Covid Inquiry.

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Gaza: Welsh Parliament calls for ceasefire

The Welsh Parliament backs calls for a ceasefire in Gaza in a vote that divided the Senedd.

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Imran Hussain: Shadow minister quits Labour front bench over Gaza

Labour's Imran Hussain says his view on Gaza "differs substantially" from that of leader Sir Keir Starmer.

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Pro-Palestinian march ban would be last resort - Met

Thousands are due to attend a London march, planned for Armistice Day, calling for a Gaza ceasefire.

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Boris Johnson suggested injecting himself with Covid on TV - ex-adviser

Boris Johnson suggested injecting himself with Covid on TV to calm public fears, ex-adviser says.

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Delay to law on e-scooters criticised

No mention of legislation on e-scooters in the King's Speech but trials will be extended to 2026.

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King's Speech: Government to toughen sentences for sexual crimes

The address, part of the State Opening of Parliament, details the government's plans for the coming months.

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Humza Yousaf speaks of family tears after Gaza evacuation

Members of the first minister's family have reunited in Scotland after his wife's parents escaped Gaza.

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Plan for 40% of train services to run during strikes

Ministers hope minimum service levels for trains, ambulances and border security will start by Christmas.

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What could be in the 2023 King's Speech?

We take a look at the measures that might feature in the government's law-making plans for this year.

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Labour: Burnley councillors quit party over Israel-Gaza ceasefire stance

The leader of Burnley Council and 10 other councillors have resigned from the party.

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Lee Anderson: Tory MP apologises to doctor over strike tweet

Tory deputy chairman Lee Anderson donates £1,870 to the BMA strike fund to compensate for any upset.

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Annual oil and gas licences planned with net zero commitment required

Projects will have to meet net zero targets, under the proposals to be outlined in the King's Speech.

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Conservative Party: Ex-chainman raised MP rape allegations with police - report

Jake Berry reportedly wrote to officers over the failure to deal with allegations against a Tory MP.

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Laura Kuenssberg: Why the PM could be drowned out at the King's Speech

The new monarch's big moment will also be a chance for Rishi Sunak to try to revive his government.

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Home Secretary Suella Braverman wants to restrict use of tents by homeless

The home secretary is proposing new laws, arguing that rough sleeping in tents is a "lifestyle choice".

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Tory MP Bob Stewart surrenders whip after racist abuse conviction

Bob Stewart was found guilty of a racially aggravated offence after telling a man to "go back to Bahrain".

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Unlikely first Covid lockdown could have been avoided - Johnson

The former PM says only a vaccine or drugs - unavailable at the time - could have averted the curbs.

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Call for transparency after Covid advert 'bung' claim

Lib Dems call for scrutiny over Dominic Cummings's claim Boris Johnson "bunged" money to friendly media.

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Humza Yousaf's family on waiting list to leave Gaza

The first minister's parents-in-law are on the list of those able to pass through the Rafah crossing.

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Councillors call on Starmer to resign over Gaza

The two council leaders are unhappy with the Labour leader's refusal to back a ceasefire in Gaza.

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AI friends and optional jobs - Sunak and Musk share future hopes

The prime minister and tech billionaire sat down together to talk tech, education - and killer robots.

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London air quality improved by Ulez and Lez - report

Researchers find the Lez and Ulez schemes have had health and economic benefits in London.

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City of Edinburgh Council set to declare housing emergency

The Scottish government is being urged to provide extra resources to help meet "severe challenges".

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Wales right on Covid lockdown - ex-Boris Johnson aide

Boris Johnson's communications chief says the Welsh government correctly used three-week firebreak.

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Boris Johnson asked scientists if hair dryer could kill Covid, says ex-aide

Former adviser Dominic Cummings says the ex-PM asked top scientists about a video making the claim.

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