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BBC Politics
May 20, 2025

Doubts over whether Brits can use EU e-gates this summer
It is unclear whether UK travellers can avoid long queues this summer and use e-gates at European airports.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2025

UK steps up action against Israel over Gaza offensive
Foreign Secretary David Lammy summons the Israeli ambassador suspends talks on a trade deal.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2025

Starmer apologises for 'rude' answer to Plaid MP
Starmer told Liz Saville Roberts she spoke "rubbish" after she challenged him over migration.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2025

Ministers consider easing winter fuel payment cuts
Options under discussion include changing eligibility, or restoring the payments to all pensioners.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2025

Second man charged over fires at homes linked to PM
Stanislav Carpiuc, 26, has been charged with conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life, police say.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2025

Gulf pact next after EU trade deal, says Reeves
New trade agreements will boost economic growth, says chancellor, as she sets sights on Middle East.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2025

I'm listening to winter fuel concerns, says Reeves
Labour MPs are worried removing the payments from millions of pensioners is damaging the party.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2025

Second man charged over fires at home linked to PM
Stanislav Carpiuc, 26, has been charged with conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life, police say.

BBC Politics
May 20, 2025

Family criticises law change on paedophiles' parental rights
Those convicted of child sexual offences may not be banned from contact with their own offspring.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

Allies of Israel demand it end 'egregious' Gaza offensive
The UK, France and Canada "strongly oppose" Benjamin Netanyahu's expansion of military operations, a statement from their leaders said.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

Starmer joins condemnation of Israel over Gaza
The UK, France and Canada "strongly oppose" Benjamin Netanyahu's expansion of military operations.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

UK, France and Canada threaten action against Israel over Gaza
The three nations "strongly oppose" Benjamin Netanyahu's expansion of military operations, a statement from their leaders said.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

Chris Mason: EU deal a reminder of an uneasy relationship
Our political editor reflects on the UK's deal with the EU to smoothen frictions in trade.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

UK now best placed country on trade - Reeves
The chancellor tells the BBC the latest trade agreements with the EU, US and India will boost economic growth.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

Peers demand more protection from AI for creatives
MPs have already overturned calls for more copyright protection for artists against AI once before.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

Who are the winners and losers from the UK-EU agreement?
A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

Five unanswered questions in UK-EU deal
A youth visa scheme and how much the UK will contribute financially are among issues still being negotiated

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

Morrisons says UK-EU deal will 'ease' price pressure
The EU-UK trade deal has been praised as a "leap foward" and "genuine progress" by some of the UK's major business groups.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

Brussels hails UK deal as 'new chapter' - but much is yet to be written
The two sides have struck a new post-Brexit deal but this so-called 'reset' of the relationship is just the beginning.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

EU deal disastrous for Scotland, says fishing body
A new deal extending access for EU boats in UK waters has been agreed as part of a wider softening of relations with the bloc.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

What will 'reset' deal mean for UK economic growth?
The deal paves the way for more common ground with the EU, but only dismantles a fraction of the trade barriers erected post-Brexit.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

UK-EU deal moves us on from Brexit rows, Starmer says
The deal covers defence, trade, fishing, and a possible youth scheme, in the first big reset since Brexit.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

Henry Zeffman: Starmer banks on public being over Brexit
For the UK-EU deal to succeed the PM needs it to seem as insignificant and uncontroversial as possible.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

The new UK-EU deal at a glance
A new agreement setting out post-Brexit relations on areas including fishing rights, trade and defence has been reached.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

UK-EU deal moves on from Brexit rows, Starmer says
The deal covers defence, trade, fishing, and a possible youth scheme, in the first big reset since Brexit.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

UK and EU agree post-Brexit deal on fishing and trade
The deal covers defence, trade, fishing, and a possible youth scheme, in the first big reset since Brexit.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

UK and EU in last-minute deal talks ahead of summit
Negotiations continued late into the night on Sunday, covering defence, trade, fishing, and a possible youth scheme.

BBC Politics
May 19, 2025

'Breakthrough' in last-minute EU-UK talks before summit
Negotiations continued late into the night on Sunday, covering defence, trade, fishing, and a possible youth scheme.

BBC Politics
May 18, 2025

The inside story of a council held to ransom in cyber-attack
The BBC investigates one of the most damaging ranswomare attacks on a UK local council.

BBC Politics
May 18, 2025

Chris Mason: Brexit back in the news - but what do both UK and EU want?
Expect talk of haggling, fish, cash and courts as the summit risks inflaming old Brexit rows.

BBC Politics
May 18, 2025

UK and EU still locked in deal talks hours ahead of summit
The prime minister is expected to announced a deal between the UK and EU at a summit on Monday.

BBC Politics
May 18, 2025

Minister 'pushing' for deal over use of EU passport e-gates
The deal could form part of negotiations taking place between the UK and EU on Monday.

BBC Politics
May 18, 2025

Elton brands government 'losers' over AI copyright plans
The musician accuses the government of robbing young artists over its copyright law plans.

BBC Politics
May 18, 2025

Elton John brands government 'losers' over AI copyright plans
The musician accuses the government of robbing young artists over its copyright law plans.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Criminals could fill potholes and clean bins under government plans
Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is said to want to expand unpaid work, which she believes to be too lenient.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Far-right leaders attempting to hijack success of Reform
Two prominent figures have set out plans to use Nigel Farage's party to push their own 'pro-white' agenda.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

'Our business needs Irish Sea border reset'
A summit on Monday is expected to include an "agreement to agree" on trade issues.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Gove 'in agreement' with Swinney over second independence referendum
Former Tory MP Michael Gove reveals his change in position over a second vote.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Defence deals and palace invites: UK and EU haggle before first summit since Brexit
Defence deals, fishing rights and closer economic ties among the talking points at Downing Street.

BBC Politics
May 17, 2025

Youth mobility scheme could be part of EU deal, PM signals
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce a broad agreement on the issue at a summit on Monday.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

MPs vote to allow health staff to opt out of assisted dying process
The move is among several tweaks to the assisted dying bill which were debated by MPs.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

MPs vote to allow staff to opt out of assisted dying process
The move is among several tweaks to the assisted dying bill which were debated by MPs.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Councillor who said shoot Tories avoids suspension
Ieuan Williams made the "crass remark" at an internal council meeting in June 2023.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Tory leaders won't rule out Plaid and Reform deals
Neither Kemi Badenoch or Darren Millar rule out Welsh deals with Reform or Plaid Cymru.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

MPs clash as they debate assisted dying bill changes
Changes being considered include ensuring there is no obligation on anyone to take part in the process.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

No 10 should fly Middlesex flag, say Conservatives
The ensign had been flown over No 10 since 2022 to celebrate Middlesex Day on 16 May.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Welsh Tory leader won't rule out working with Reform or Plaid
The leader of the Senedd's Tories says he will work with "anybody" to get Labour out of power.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Man in court over fires at homes and car linked to Starmer
Ukrainian Roman Lavrynovych is charged in connection with blazes in north London linked to the prime minister.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

PM urged to end 'legal theft' from park home owners
Site owners can currently take 10% of a park home's value when the owner sells up, on top of rent.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

MPs debate assisted dying bill after major changes
Dozens of amendments have been added to the bill from both sides since it passed its first stage.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

Lavish spending at water watchdog was unacceptable, says report
Thousands of pounds worth of public money was claimed as expenses by management at the Water Industry Commission for Scotland.

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

UK should learn from Dubai, says Reform MP Tice
He says Dubai is not "perfect," but argues politicians should learn from countries "getting it right".

BBC Politics
May 16, 2025

UK can learn from low crime Dubai, says Reform's Tice
He says Dubai is not "perfect," but argues politicians should learn from countries "getting it right".

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Rise in disabled people facing homelessness in England
Analysis of data also suggests the amount of social housing given to disabled people has gone down.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

MPs to debate assisted dying bill again after major changes
Dozens of amendments have been added to the bill from both sides since it passed its first stage.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

MPs call for year-long delay to farm inheritance tax
A cross-party committee says farmers have lost trust in the government over its policies.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Is Britain really inching back towards the EU?
The first UK-EU summit since Brexit takes place on Monday - but is it a "surrender summit" as the Conservatives fear, or could it be, as Starmer puts it, an example of "serious pragmatism"?

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

PM's Albania trip shows tricky path on migration
Keir Starmer chose a curious location to talk up his plan for hubs to host failed asylum seekers.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Chris Mason: PM's Albania trip shows tricky path on migration
Keir Starmer chose a curious location to talk up his plan for hubs to host failed asylum seekers.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Man charged over fires at homes linked to PM
The 21-year-old man has been charged with three counts of arson with intent to endanger life.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Faisal Islam: The UK's surprisingly strong growth may not be temporary
These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Anti-poverty strategy could 'go further' says first minister
The anti-poverty strategy has been a requirement since the St Andrews Agreement in 2006.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Farage is running a cult, says ex-Reform MP Lowe
Rupert Lowe brands his former party "the cult of Nigel," in a BBC Newsnight interview.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Set up universities in towns and small cities - MP
MP Jesse Norman says there are 50 towns and small cities which do not currently have a university.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

UK in talks to send failed asylum seekers abroad
Sir Keir Starmer wants to send asylum seekers overseas after their claims have been rejected in the UK.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Faisal Islam: The UK's surprise resilience may not be temporary
These figures provide an opportune moment for some optimism and a hard sell of the UK to the rest of the world.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Prison release plans endanger public, say Tories
Ministers say new detention limits for recalled prisoners are required to ease an overcrowding crisis.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

UK in talks on 'return hubs' for failed asylum seekers
Sir Keir Starmer wants to send asylum seekers abroad after their claims have been rejected in the UK.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Reform UK stands by councillor sacked by police
Reform's leader at Leicestershire County Council resists calls to suspend his colleague.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Anti-poverty strategy signed off after 18 years
The anti-poverty strategy has been a requirement since the St Andrews Agreement in 2006.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Reeves says UK 'beginning to turn corner' as growth beats forecasts
The economy grew faster than expected between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

UK to start talks on return hubs for failed asylum seekers
Sir Keir Starmer wants to send asylum seekers abroad after their claims have been rejected in the UK.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Mahmood pledges 'moment of reckoning' over grooming gangs
No 10 has confirmed Baroness Casey's rapid review of child rape gangs will conclude this month.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Anti-poverty strategy to be signed off after 18 years
The anti-poverty strategy has been a a requirement since the St Andrews Agreement in 2006.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

UK economy grew more than expected in first three months of year
The economy grew by 0.7% between January and March, official figures show.

BBC Politics
May 15, 2025

Pubs to stay open late if England or Wales make women's Euros semi-finals
England are defending champions while Wales have qualified for the first time.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

UK to allow foreign states 15% stake in newspapers
A ban was introduced last year - but the law has now been changed to help cash-strapped publishers raise funding.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Overhaul needed to prevent benefit claimants suffering harm, MPs say
MPs say new laws and "deep-rooted cultural change" are needed at the Department for Work and Pensions.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

More inmates released early to stop prisons running out of space
Inmates serving one to four years who are recalled to prison will be released after 28 days.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Limits to offenders' recall to stop prisons running out of space
The justice secretary says measures are required to prevent prison capacity being reached in November.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Abortion decriminalisation plans pushed by Labour MP
Tonia Antoniazzi aims to scrap the law that still makes abortion a crime in England and Wales.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

French taxi driver charged with theft after Lammy dispute
French police charge a taxi driver with stealing luggage and cash from UK foreign secretary and his wife.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Starmer accuses Plaid MP of talking 'rubbish'
Liz Saville Roberts had criticised the prime minister's "island of strangers" immigration warning.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Starmer condemns fires as 'attack on democracy'
Political leaders offer their support to the PM amid investigation into suspected arson attacks on properties linked to him.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

How many people come to work and study in the UK?
The prime minister promises numbers will fall 'significantly' under new immigration rules.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Migrants already in UK face longer wait for permanent settlement
People will typically have to live in the UK for 10 years before applying for the right to stay indefinitely.

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

Ex-Reform MP Lowe will not face charges over alleged threats
The CPS said it made the decision "following a thorough and detailed review of the evidence".

BBC Politics
May 14, 2025

'Government must speed up maternity care changes'
Theo Clarke spoke at the launch of her book detailing her own harrowing maternity experiences.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Thousands of civil servant jobs to leave London
The government is aiming to cut roles in London by 12,000 and close 11 offices in the capital.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

GPs split over assisted dying plans, BBC research suggests
GPs are deeply divided over assisted dying with personal beliefs shaping their views, BBC research reveals.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

AI tool put to test sifting public views on botox and fillers
The technology's success sorting comments on cosmetic surgery paves the way for its wider use, the government says.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Scottish assisted dying bill passes first vote
MSPs have been debating proposals to allow terminally-ill adults to seek medical help to end their lives.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Margaret Thatcher festival planned for centenary
Ideas for the celebration include themed beers with names such as Iron Lady and Grantham Lass.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Asylum hotel companies vow to hand back some profits
Three companies have made combined profits of £383m since 2019, according to the National Audit Office.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Newly-elected Reform councillor was sacked as police officer
Andrew Hamilton-Gray won a seat in Loughborough for Reform, with almost 40% of the vote.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Youngest city councillor suspended after complaint
Willis Marshall was elected as a Sheffield Lib Dem councillor in November at the age of 19.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Labour MP Tahir Ali faces expenses probe
The MP is being investigated over his spending on "office costs, travel and accommodation".

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Arrest over suspected arson on properties linked to Keir Starmer
Police arrest a 21-year-old man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after fires at two properties in London and a car blaze.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

MP charged over sex assaults at London's Groucho Club
Central Suffolk and North Ipswich MP Patrick Spencer will appear before magistrates in June.

BBC Politics
May 13, 2025

Fishing shouldn't block defence pact, says EU chief
The EU's foreign policy chief says talks over future fishing access should not block a defence deal.

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