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Government to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules

The Home Office says updated guidance will end the policing of "everyday arguments" online. from BBC News https://ift.tt/snP5gMf via IFTTT

Councils pressed to use universal parking app to cut 'unfair' fines

The National Parking Platform already has 15 councils on board with more in talks to join. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SeUs60K via IFTTT

Tories launch Welsh election campaign promising lower taxes

Welsh Conservative leader Darren Millar said only his party offered Welsh voters "real, credible, positive change". from BBC News https://ift.tt/95zigMH via IFTTT

Vital paperwork for grooming gangs inquiry may be lost, say MPs

An independent inquiry into child sexual abuse by grooming gangs is about to begin its work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HzvOWBQ via IFTTT

Schools do not have enough staff to make SEND reforms work, union warns

The National Education Union says schools need more funding to be able to make all classrooms inclusive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6SNq8Xe via IFTTT

Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is launching his party's push to take control of more councils at a rally in Sunderland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uFUndLl via IFTTT

Will the UK ban social media for under 16s?

As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules? from BBC News https://ift.tt/SZLT0zx via IFTTT

Will the UK ban social media for under 16s?

As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules? from BBC News https://ift.tt/SZLT0zx via IFTTT

NHS, bills and immigration: One constituency's election talking points

Six weeks from the Holyrood election, the BBC takes the temperature in one central Scotland constituency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b4Xi5Ik via IFTTT

Reeves plans energy bill help for those 'who need it most'

The US-Israel war with Iran is having an impact on costs domestically, with oil and gas prices soaring. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JPS923X via IFTTT

Reporter Reads

As patients struggle to find NHS dentists, Labour has a plan. But will it work? from BBC News https://ift.tt/q7zvgik via IFTTT

PM warns against 'false comfort' of thinking Iran war will end quickly

The PM also tells senior MPs the conflict was "not our war" and there must be a "lawful basis" for any UK involvement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dW0Y1KD via IFTTT

Ministers name seven areas where 'new towns' could be built

Six sites have been deprioritised from the flagship scheme to build a wave of new settlements. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HXBsA83 via IFTTT

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Critics of plans to build a new town in Cheshire called it the "wrong proposal in the wrong place". from BBC News https://ift.tt/VjUkyLw via IFTTT

Ex-justice secretary to lead review into MP murder

Sir David Amess's daughter says the family will engage with the independent review in "good faith". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zwq1Ysb via IFTTT

Inside the Rage Machine

The inside story of how social media algorithms sow division with real-world consequences. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yNLPq7R via IFTTT

Inside the Rage Machine

The inside story of how social media algorithms sow division with real-world consequences. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v6k9Ls4 via IFTTT

Farage pauses Cameo account for security reasons, says Reform UK

It comes after a Guardian investigation suggests the party leader recorded supportive messages for a convicted rioter and a neo-Nazi event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hS6Kxro via IFTTT

No assessment Iran could strike London, UK minister says

Steve Reed says there is "no specific assessment" Iran is capable of hitting the UK, after Israel claimed it now could. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UkGb6DN via IFTTT

Starmer most popular PM - in Toby Jug sales

Toby Jugs depicting Sir Keir outsold all other prime ministers in the Parliament shop in 2025. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p9ZgabA via IFTTT

Profile

The former Labour leader’s journey from bacon sandwich to energy secretary. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EY6ltb1 via IFTTT

As Starmer faces war overseas, his party can't find peace at home

British politicians tend to stick together during dangerous moments abroad. In 2026? Not so much. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AT26pJ4 via IFTTT

I want to hold balance of power at next general election, says Zack Polanski

Green Party leader says thought of becoming PM is 'on his mind' and the aim of 30-40 MPs now feels "under ambitious". from BBC News https://ift.tt/WVNwSJp via IFTTT

Sadiq Khan says Labour should pledge to rejoin EU

Downing Street has repeatedly said the government will not rejoin the single market or customs union. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2XzE3Gq via IFTTT

Is Angela Rayner making a move to be prime minister?

Angela Rayner's speech has reignited speculation that she is preparing to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the top job. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8mBlxTL via IFTTT

Reform council leader narrowly survives no confidence vote

Warwickshire County Council leader George Finch survived by one vote. from BBC News https://ift.tt/04AgTZL via IFTTT

Chris Mason: Why Starmer thinks he's called it right on war despite Trump barbs

The BBC's Political Editor Chris Mason considers the US president's recent jabs at the UK prime minister. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xTthqPO via IFTTT

Chancellor to offer support over rising heating oil costs

Rachel Reeves says the Treasury is also looking at "different options" to help households most vulnerable to soaring energy bills. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9W0VS14 via IFTTT

First image emerges of Andrew, Mandelson and Epstein together

The image shows Lord Mandelson and the former prince in bathrobes sitting on wooden decking with Epstein. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yd7bkE4 via IFTTT

Petrol retailers in row with government over 'rip off' accusations

They briefly threatened to pull out of a government meeting, accusing ministers of using "inflammatory language" over rising fuel prices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xQJdiNS via IFTTT

UK economy flatlines in January as people cut back on eating out

Analysts had been expecting 0.2% growth for the UK economy at the beginning of the year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A1NytoL via IFTTT

Iran war increases importance of good UK-Ireland relations

The second summit follows the announcement of new Irish investment of more than £900m into the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2L5e90U via IFTTT

Ethics adviser rejects Tory call for inquiry into PM over Mandelson appointment

Sir Laurie Magnus said the relevant process appeared to have been followed when Lord Mandelson was made ambassador. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gaOY413 via IFTTT

A 'weirdly rushed' appointment - and other key takeaways from Mandelson files

A batch of documents has revealed new details about the appointment of Lord Mandelson as ambassador. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dLWhXxs via IFTTT

Dunblane: How Britain Banned Handguns

How grieving parents forced the government to ban handguns after the Dunblane shooting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qkdwU21 via IFTTT

Dunblane: How Britain Banned Handguns

How grieving parents forced the government to ban handguns after the Dunblane shooting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jv1JKUN via IFTTT

Fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran, says PM

Fuel duty on petrol and diesel is due to rise from September, when a 5p cut is phased out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L2Zwh7N via IFTTT

Chris Mason: Some nuggets but no huge revelations in first batch of Mandelson files

This first digital document drop about the prime minister's decision to appoint Lord Mandelson as US ambassador is interesting, but not explosive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7tRHba9 via IFTTT

What do the first set of Mandelson files tell us?

The prime minister was warned that Mandelson's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a "reputational risk" before he was confirmed as US ambassador. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kXGY1y5 via IFTTT

Starmer said ministers can go against wishes of Wales and Scotland governments in leaked memo

The memo was obtained by Plaid Cymru, which has accused Labour of turning its back on devolution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tSWTPZx via IFTTT

Chris Mason: The cost of living is catapulted centre stage yet again

Labour faces pressure to stem the Middle East's impact on energy bills, writes the BBC's political editor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VMpDr3R via IFTTT

Starmer and Trump speak for first time since president's Iran criticism

The phone call comes after a week in which Donald Trump repeatedly expressed frustration at Keir Starmer's stance on Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JMNTOuf via IFTTT

Chris Mason: The cost of living is catapulted centre stage yet again

Labour faces pressure to stem the Middle East's impact on energy bills, writes the BBC's political editor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VMpDr3R via IFTTT

Trump accuses Starmer of seeking to 'join wars after we've already won'

The remarks come after a public back-and-forth between Trump and Sir Keir Starmer over UK involvement in the US's joint offensive with Israel against Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mIHVD7Q via IFTTT

Swinney would 'consider' US military plane ban from Prestwick Airport

The first minister says he wants clarity from the UK government about whether the planes were involved in the US-Israeli action in the Middle East. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SFpBlan via IFTTT

Tory peer quits after Lords probe into PPE deals

It comes after a Lords standards probe into his contacts with ministers and advisers during the pandemic. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P6s3VmQ via IFTTT

PM stands by decision not to join strikes on Iran and sends more jets to Qatar

The PM said the best way forward was a "negotiated settlement with Iran where they give up their nuclear ambitions". from BBC News https://ift.tt/fm6x38E via IFTTT

Failed asylum seeker families to be offered up to £40k to leave UK

The home secretary says the "incentives" will deliver a "significant saving to the taxpayer". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Au60nZ2 via IFTTT

Labour MP 'voluntarily suspends herself' amid China spy probe

Joani Reid said she had temporarily stood down from the party after her husband was arrested on suspicion of spying for China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZOPTpKY via IFTTT

UK must obey international law over Iran, says Thornberry

The conflict in the Middle East could continue "for some time”, the UK prime minister has warned. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KWaSy8b via IFTTT

MP's husband and two political advisers bailed after arrests over alleged China spying

One of those arrested is the husband of Scottish Labour MP Joani Reid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oLQzuTw via IFTTT

Reform UK's Welsh manifesto explained in under 60 seconds

The manifesto includes income tax cuts, scraping the nation of sanctuary and building a relief road from BBC News https://ift.tt/rTDq9cn via IFTTT

Stock markets and oil prices still volatile over fears Iran war may drag on

Experts have warned that if oil and gas prices remains elevated it could make goods and services more expensive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YztAaOo via IFTTT

Cyprus criticises UK response to drone strikes ahead of Healey visit

The Cypriot government has criticised how the UK has handled information sharing after drone attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PQ5qEc7 via IFTTT

Mahmood to stop study visas from four countries due to 'abuse'

The government will end study visas from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, due to what she says is abuse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3o9ayHh via IFTTT

Trump belittles Starmer with 'no Churchill' jibe but can the special relationship recover?

The remarks came amid a row over the refusal to permit the use of UK bases for the initial US-Israel strikes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6zLYmUo via IFTTT

UK announces first Middle East repatriation flight

The chartered flight is currently scheduled to leave Muscat International Airport in Oman on Wednesday evening. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BdH80aC via IFTTT

I asked an expert to unpack Scotland's main election issues

Sir John Curtice explains what matters most to voters and how views differ between younger and older generations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/19aGUZz via IFTTT

'Stickiest moment yet' for Trump and Starmer, says Chris Mason

Addressing press in the Oval office earlier today, President Trump criticised Sir Keir Starmer and the UK's initial response to US-Israeli strikes on Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5xbEGP6 via IFTTT

Starmer at odds with Trump in biggest disagreement yet

The prime minister told MPs that the government "does not believe in regime change from the skies". from BBC News https://ift.tt/AcWwQMR via IFTTT

'I've given up on working in hospitality. The £15,000 pay isn't worth the stress'

People in their 20s and 30s tell the BBC how they feel about their finances ahead of the chancellor's Spring Statement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ANmPBGJ via IFTTT

Weekend voting to be piloted in May elections

Findings from the experiment will be published later this year and inform future electoral reform. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lm27JCX via IFTTT

Reform UK reports by-election 'family voting' concerns to police

It comes after election observers raised concerns about "extremely high" levels of family voting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wu4rxiO via IFTTT

Private schools lose legal challenge over VAT changes

A group of low-fee paying private schools have challenged the government's removal of the VAT exemption. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LA025gQ via IFTTT

From plumber to Parliament: the Green Party's new MP

Spencer marked her victory by apologising to customers for potentially having to cancel work due to her Westminster move. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o3ZGf8W via IFTTT

Chris Mason on 'an extraordinary by-election result'

Chris Mason reports from Manchester on the Gorton and Denton by-election result. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vq2iKRc via IFTTT