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Zelensky and Burnham to meet in Downing Street
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq98z59xdny5o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 13, 2026 21:31
The prime minister is calling for partners to step up support for Ukraine following Trump's criticism of Zelensky.
Argentina lodges legal claim against UK's Falklands oil exploration
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmp3g14p3z2ko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 13, 2026 17:36
The action filed with an international maritime tribunal is the latest development in an escalating row over the Falkland Islands.
MI5 chief warns against overstating Russian interference in Brexit vote
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cky83q49e4w0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 13, 2026 17:06
It comes after Andy Burnham said Moscow had tried to interfere in the 2016 referendum.
Regulator would quit over Man City interference
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cjkge245n0gzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 13, 2026 16:00
The head of English football's independent regulator says he will resign if he encounters any political interference over Manchester City's future.
The Brexit debate is back - why now?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cvy0rxy3jexwo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 13, 2026 14:31
The BBC's political editor Chris Mason explains.
Welsh government and Labour strike budget deal with ÂŁ60m for additional learning needs
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6pqg7n9l312o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 13, 2026 10:33
The Plaid Cymru-led administration had failed to pass its spending plans during the summer.
Why are hundreds of prisoners being released early?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp3rxlyz6w3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 13, 2026 07:55
More people going to prison, and for longer, is why governments including the current one have had to release prisoners early.
UK growth forecast upgraded but energy prices and rates to hit in 2027
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmglw0r21zexo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 13, 2026 05:55
The prediction from the IMF comes as final preparations are being made to the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burham.
Why the prime minister wants to talk about Brexit again
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cxvgdql2y7zqo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 13, 2026 01:27
For the first time since the UK left the EU, we have a prime minister who will "unflinchingly" debate Brexit, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.
Government expands police support to political figures who are not MPs
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c3gr82rk70l8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 12, 2026 19:51
Shabana Mahmood says there is "insufficient protection" for those who play a role in public life.
Burnham to push for new post-Brexit deals at EU summit
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqev3xvejyvjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 12, 2026 17:38
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said the prime minister was "unpicking" the deal the UK signed with the EU.
Baroness Campbell: People with disabilities can achieve almost anything with right support
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c95ynryxgl78o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 12, 2026 16:40
Disability rights campaigner Baroness Campbell speaks about her experience as a peer in the House of Lords.
Michelle O'Neill and other Sinn FĂ©in ministers face no-confidence vote
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cr89zy9pypv9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 12, 2026 16:31
The motion against will be debated after it received the backing of unionist parties last week.
Britain won't tolerate threats on our soil, Miliband says as he summons Iran ambassador
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6gr82ekqewyo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 12, 2026 16:14
The prime minister says Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard "almost certainly" directed the RAF Fairford incident.
PM believes Brexit vote was legitimate despite Russia claims, No 10 says
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq5ynr4kn3nmo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 12, 2026 12:53
It is "inconceivable" that Russia did not try to use the referendum to its advantage, No 10 said, but the PM believed it did not succeed in influencing the result.
Sinn FĂ©in ministers facing no-confidence vote after Drumcree dispute
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c68jz0282re9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 12, 2026 10:59
The motion against Michelle O'Neill and three other Sinn FĂ©in ministers will be debated after receiving the backing of unionist parties last week.
Healey faces ÂŁ35bn Budget challenge to meet spending pledges, says think tank
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm78pwdp3n5qo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 12, 2026 06:23
The impact of the Iran war poses significant risks for the government’s spending plans, the Institute for Fiscal Studies says.
Rejecting closer EU ties would be dereliction of duty, PM to say
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6lyk8e3lxz0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 12, 2026 05:01
Addressing the Commons, Burnham is expected to say that a new deal with the EU could help tackle illegal immigration and boost economic growth.
Reform would suspend asylum system for parliamentary term if in government
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwnv0zmjld51o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 11, 2026 21:18
All asylum applications would be rejected and existing ones voided, with all claimants marked for deportation.
PM says it is 'clear' Russia interfered with Brexit vote
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6jdm3zggl0ko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 11, 2026 18:00
He says voters were not "sufficiently" informed about how foreign actors sought to disrupt UK democracy.
UK does not support Trump's Russia diesel deal, says Streeting
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c65yn92nj423o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 11, 2026 11:00
The defence secretary says the US and its allies need to increase pressure on Vladimir Putin to end the war with Ukraine.
It's within DUP's gift to remove O'Neill as first minister, says Lockhart
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm79pd2zzl59o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 11, 2026 10:43
Carla Lockhart says unionist voters are angry at Michelle O'Neill over her role in the Garvaghy Road protests.
Could Alberta's vote on independence be Canada's Brexit moment?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cm2d63e90zepo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 11, 2026 10:34
WATCH: The BBC's Nadine Yousif meets the separatists who want to quit the country - and the Canadians calling for unity in the face of threats from US President Trump.
UK launches flood taskforce to prepare for extreme winter weather
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8040n4v7126o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 11, 2026 00:44
The Environment Agency has warned approximately 6.3 million homes and businesses in England remain at risk of flooding.
MPs seek to overturn ruling that stops police being sued for failings
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6y43mmke7ygo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 10, 2026 23:04
MPs are seeking to stop immunity applying when police fabricate evidence or are dishonest or negligent.
Green Party MP wants to make sure it is 'not vulnerable to extremists'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c54g19pgy48yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 10, 2026 11:09
The party's Westminster leader Ellie Chowns made the comments after ex-leader Caroline Lucas said some members had joined to vote in the Zionism motion.
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Published: October 10, 2026 05:00
Conservative Party Leader and Leader of the Opposition.
Lib Dem MP quits frontbench job over Ed Davey's leadership
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cw4g13j4mdxjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 15:02
Deputy party leader Daisy Cooper says "the vast majority of our MPs support Ed... and are furious at this distraction."
Widdecombe suspect had 'particular hostility to Reform', court told
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmkgknz19z7po?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 14:35
Kerry is charged with the murder of the 78-year-old former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokeswoman.
Burnham promises to curb non-compete rules in job contracts
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c63r5wx8z8wzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 13:02
The prime minister says restrictions on what workers can do after leaving roles have "gone too far".
Polanski challenged over whether he thinks Israel has right to exist
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c6qjnv07q452o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 12:08
The Green Party leader defends his decision to miss a debate on a controversial motion about Zionism which was passed by party members.
Ex-first minister Mark Drakeford suggests Wales Office should go
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm4g13dqwj7zo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 12:04
Created 60 years ago, most of the powers it used to hold were transferred to Cardiff Bay in 1999.
'Deeply personal moment': Watch Sagal Abdi-Wali's by-election victory speech
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c95yn70e678po?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 11:15
Labour beat the Green Party with 45% of the vote in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election.
Polanski vows to stay on as Green leader as criticism mounts
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmewe5lvl2rqo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 11:05
Jewish Greens' leader has said Polanski should resign in the wake of a Zionism row and by-election defeat.
Polanski challenged over whether he thinks Israel has right to exist
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/ckq6ngrzpdzlo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 08:27
The Green Party leader spoke to the Today programme after coming second in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election.
Polanski questioned on Green Party's Zionism motion
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cvkgkzgk50lzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 07:25
The Green Party leader speaks to BBC Breakfast after he lost the Holborn and St Pancras by-election.
Chris Mason: Questions remain for Green Party leader Zack Polanski
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cxly4jy042eno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 06:39
Senior party figures have criticised his response to a motion passed by members declaring Zionism a form of racism.
Chris Mason: Questions remain for Green Party leader Zack Polanski
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cxly4jy042eno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 06:39
Senior party figures have criticised his response to a motion passed by members declaring Zionism a form of racism.
Chris Mason: Polanski faces greatest crisis of his leadership so far
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm70p821d6w4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 04:54
The Green leader faces pressure over his response to a party motion declaring Zionism a form of racism, as well as his by-election loss.
Polanski faces greatest crisis of his leadership so far
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm70p821d6w4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 04:54
The Green leader faces pressure over his response to a party motion declaring Zionism a form of racism, as well as his by-election loss.
Labour sees off Green challenge to win Holborn by-election
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqly3xjy1g11o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 04:23
Labour's Sagal Abdi-Wali beats Green Party leader Zack Polanski to hold the north London seat.
Zack Polanski on by-election loss
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cr89zx4yqz0zo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 04:19
Green Party leader says "of course I can carry on" after losing to Labour Party in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election.
Questions remain for Green Party leader Zack Polanski
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/ck0j010j6ej8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 03:48
BBC Political editor Chris Mason discusses the by-election outcome and what it means for the Greens Party.
Sagal Abdi-Wali's victory speech after by-election win
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c6y0ene4797xo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 03:24
The newly elected Labour MP told the crowd, "whether you voted for me or not my commitment to this community runs deep".
Moment Labour MP wins Holborn and St Pancras by-election
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cqx29v9x93jgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 9, 2026 02:52
Labour Party has won the Holborn and St Pancras by-election, with Sagal Abdi-Wali receiving 12,292 votes.
Burnham calls on Polanski to reverse Green Party's Zionism motion
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm2d6x11l6pko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 8, 2026 22:10
The prime minister has intervened in the row over the motion passed by members at Green Party conference.
Clubs fear political interference in Man City appeal
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c6y93qq5175wo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 8, 2026 09:16
Premier League clubs are "concerned" about political interference in Manchester City's appeal after Prime Minister Andy Burnham's comments.
Holborn and St Pancras by-election gets under way
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ck24059mlzm8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 8, 2026 06:00
Voters in north London are going to the polls to choose a new MP after Sir Keir Starmer resigned.
Burnham to hold security talks with German chancellor in Berlin
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmwyq34qexdzo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 23:01
Downing Street said deeper co-operation in the face of rising hybrid threats from Russia would be high on the agenda during Burnham's first official visit to Germany.
Tories united behind Badenoch - but party still needs to win over voters
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm1j3rj2r72xo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 16:31
Kemi Badenoch has the support of her party but the Tories still trail Labour and Reform in opinion polls.
Tories united behind Badenoch - but party still needs to win over voters
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm1j3rj2r72xo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 16:31
Kemi Badenoch has the support of her party but the Tories still trail Labour and Reform in opinion polls.
What's in the Conservatives' inheritance tax plan and who benefits?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9kgj8nn8n0yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 16:23
BBC Verify looks into the party's move to overhaul the tax that is levied on inherited wealth.
Kemi Badenoch: 'Our drama queens have joined Reform'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cmzxjdly2elno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 15:38
Kemi Badenoch has been outlining her policy proposals if her party were to form the next UK government.
Greens investigate party member behind Zionism motion
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmwyq4yq0y6do?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 15:26
It has emerged Lubna Speitan was listed in court documents as a "close friend" of a man later jailed for supporting al-Qaeda.
Badenoch pledges inheritance tax changes as she pitches Tories as 'no-nonsense' party
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmn5vw05l0q3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 14:33
The Opposition leader made the pledge as she said the Tories face a "battle for the soul of the this nation".
The big test facing Badenoch after her conference speech
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cmdxwvxwg9kpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 14:18
Despite Badenoch's personal poll ratings going up, the Conservative party is languishing behind.
Watch: The big test facing Badenoch after her conference speech
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c9y7ld7ndzr7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 13:41
The big test facing Kemi Badenoch after her conference speech
Badenoch: Tories must not let Reform 'take us backwards'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cme3x1d7d9e4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 12:11
Kemi Badenoch spoke of dividing lines between the Conservative party and Reform UK, vowing to not allow a coalition.
Reform internal inquiry says party did not break law over donations sting
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckly020edl45o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 11:54
Officials were recorded by undercover journalists discussing a potential way to secure foreign donations to the party.
'Battle for soul of this nation is coming', says Badenoch
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c623d8j0x7n2o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 11:23
The leader of the Conservative party opened her speech saying the current government would "make every single person in this country poorer".
Greens face conference centre ban over Zionism motion
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6p9gzg032n4o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 11:08
Brighton & Hove City Council says the motion is not compatible with its inclusion commitments.
Young Tories say how Britain could be better
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cwly32329mxeo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 09:13
Young Tories on how they think Britain could be better.
The candidates hoping to be London's second Tory mayor
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwe8lvjlp0d5o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 08:40
The Tory party has closed applications to be their candidate for mayor and there are four hopefuls.
Ex-Welsh Green Party deputy says Zionism motion 'pointless' after quitting party
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cw62yjely758o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 08:13
Phil Davies told BBC Wales the motion would not improve the lives of the Palestinian people.
Battle of ideas looming in British politics, Badenoch to say
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8r4ylp6657zo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 7, 2026 06:50
The Tory leader has been seeking to reframe the way the public views her party, which has yet to recover in the polls since the last election.
Green member behind Zionism motion named as 'close friend' of jailed al-Qaeda supporter in court
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckm23709pjz7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 21:41
Lubna Speitan offered to testify on behalf of Minh Quang Pham, who was jailed for 40 years after a Heathrow bomb plot investigation.
UK to make last-ditch effort to stop Israel closing East Jerusalem consulate
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5n4922n00wgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 19:17
Israel has threatened to close the consulate, which handles UK relations with Palestinians in the city, over British sanctions on Israeli settlements.
A separatist party just won power in Quebec - what does that mean?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cjr4yl39pg4ro?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 18:23
Canada's Parti Québécois has promised it will hold the province's third vote on independence, but said they won’t do so until Donald Trump is out of office.
Kemi Badenoch wants Reform voters to 'come back'
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cqrmyz489g38o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 17:08
Kemi Badenoch wants Reform voters to 'come back'
Why Tories are talking about winning the next election
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c6ly02ry5982o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 16:49
Kemi Badenoch is more popular than her party right now - Tories are hoping it will rub off on them.
I'd rather have another election than do a deal with Reform UK, says Badenoch
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9x28ljj34lxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
The Conservative Party leader also pledged to cut the cost of hiring 21 to 24 year olds.
I'd rather have another election than do a deal with Reform UK, says Badenoch
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9x28ljj34lxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 16:00
The Conservative Party leader also pledged to cut the cost of hiring 21 to 24 year olds.
Track UK's latest migration numbers - net migration, visas, asylum and small boats
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c70989jrdweo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 15:20
Use our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK
Alliance MLAs walk out over Muir no confidence vote
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c69vzndzdglno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 14:50
A no-confidence motion in agriculture and environment minister was called over a controversial cattle cull.
UK to make last-ditch effort to stop Israel closing East Jerusalem consulate
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5n4922n00wgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 14:30
Israel has threatened to close the consulate, which handles UK relations with Palestinians in the city, over British sanctions on Israeli settlements.
Queen pays tribute to 'irrepressible' Jeffrey Archer
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm3wvq4jj64yo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 13:48
The bestselling author and former politician died on Monday at the age of 86.
Badenoch's ÂŁ10bn air defence plan points to growing concern over protecting UK's skies
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm86zqg553q8o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 13:26
The government and the Conservatives both agree the UK needs better air defences in an increasingly dangerous world.
Young Tories on if their party should do a deal with Reform UK
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c670p4n98d4no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 6, 2026 11:49
Young Tories on if their party should do a deal with Reform UK.
MPs call for investigation after Lutnick-Epstein whistleblower dies
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwm2686gl6kno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 5, 2026 23:29
Simon Andriesz said he felt let down by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority before his death last month.
Tories pledge ÂŁ10bn 'Britannia Shield' air defence system
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cxvgdl5npl86o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 5, 2026 22:39
The Conservatives said their plan would protect the UK at a time when Nato allies have warned of Russian drone incursions.
Author and former politician Jeffrey Archer dies aged 86
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckj0l401dvpgo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 5, 2026 21:41
His last book, Adam and Eve, is set to release this month.
I won't accept exclusion, says Polanski after criticism of Zionist motion
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjy56yxxwy3po?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 5, 2026 21:32
Labour MPs and the European Greens have demanded clarity from the Green Party over a "Zionism is racism" motion.
How would young Tories vote if the Conservative Party didn't exist?
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cr0j0w3dv890o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 5, 2026 15:31
How would young Tories vote if the Conservative Party didn't exist?
Ex-Manchester leader defends deals with Man City owners
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9gkv7pdd620o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 5, 2026 15:25
Veteran former council leader Sir Richard Leese says the relationship has been beneficial to the city.
It's been a terrible year for farming, Jeremy Clarkson tells Tory conference
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq0ldwr166ggo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 5, 2026 15:23
The former Top Gear presenter and star of Clarkson's Farm also said farmers were being "attacked" from every angle.
Artist 'taking legal advice' over Tories' use of Andy Burnham portrait
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj62yg157prxo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 5, 2026 14:53
Manchester illustrator Stan Chow says he was not asked permission for use of his cartoon.
Tensions exposed among Greens by 'Zionism is racism' conference vote
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjr4yx9663q6o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
Published: October 5, 2026 14:40
What may be troubling for the Greens institutionally is what this episode reveals about some of the dynamics in the party.
Did eviction of an 87-year-old trigger snap election in Spain?
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Published: October 5, 2026 14:36
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has called an early election for 29 November after recent defeats on legislation aimed at addressing the country's housing crisis.
What is the Green Party's 'Zionism is racism' motion?
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Published: October 5, 2026 14:07
Israel's foreign ministry says it has banned Green Party leader Zack Polanski from entering the country, after party members adopted a motion declaring Zionism a form of racism.
No 10 insists RAF Fairford is safe after US withdraws bombers
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Published: October 5, 2026 12:21
US media reported a new threat led to the bombers being removed on Sunday, following an incident near the base last week.
Jewish Greens chair says she could leave party over 'Zionism is racism' motion
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Published: October 5, 2026 11:23
The motion, which has divided senior party figures, backs a "single democratic Palestinian state in all of historic Palestine".
Shadow chancellor to unveil Tory plans to cut taxes and regulations
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Published: October 5, 2026 07:25
Shadow ministers will unveil a series of policies on day two of the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham.
Green Party members back 'Zionism is racism' motion
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Published: October 4, 2026 15:45
The vote has caused divisions among figures at the top of the party at its conference in Brighton.
I'm a classic old school Conservative, says Kemi Badenoch
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Published: October 4, 2026 13:24
The Conservative leader tells the BBC the earnings threshold for government support stops people "working harder".
Daughter of MP murdered five years ago tells BBC politicians still at risk
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Published: October 4, 2026 11:59
Katie Amess questions if anything has changed to protect politicians five years after her father's death.
Courts backlog will fall despite scrapping of jury trial plan, minister says
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Published: October 4, 2026 11:19
Proposals to limit jury trials were first introduced by former justice secretary David Lammy last year.
Badenoch says Tory policy is to keep pension triple lock
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Published: October 4, 2026 09:01
The Conservative Party leader speaks to the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg as the Tories launch their party conference in Birmingham.
People shouldn't be punished for working harder, Badenoch says
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Published: October 3, 2026 21:16
The Conservative leader says she would scrap the “cliff edge” cap on childcare in an interview with Laura Kuenssberg.
Tories pledge to scrap ÂŁ100,000 childcare 'cliff edge'
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Published: October 3, 2026 21:03
Party leader Kemi Badenoch tells the BBC that she wants to see "people who work harder" not getting punished for doing so.