MP behind assisted dying bill suggests scrapping High Court approval

It comes after concerns were raised over the court's capacity to hear each individual case.

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UK must respect Trump's mandate, new US ambassador tells BBC

In his first day on the job, Lord Peter Mandelson says "we have to respect and understand what drives" the US president.

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Smuggling gangs have taken hold, Cooper says during border debate

MPs are holding a debate in the House of Commons on Labour's plans to overhaul border measures.

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MPs' pay set to increase 2.8% to £93,904 in April

Parliament's expenses watchdog says the rise is in line with pay rises in the broader public sector.

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New subsidies deal for Drax wood-burning power station

The government has agreed a new subsidy arrangement with the controversial wood-burning Drax power station in north Yorkshire.

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