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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