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Lords inquiry finds grey belt idea largely redundant

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg79vj17k2o

Published: February 5, 2025 02:37

The Built Environment Committee says the concept has been "eclipsed" by other planning rule changes.

Time limit for child sex abuse claims to be removed

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgx05gy0p5o

Published: February 5, 2025 01:59

Victims will be able to file claims when they are ready and are likelier to receive an apology, the government says.

Spending on flood defences set to rise to record levels

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly5rln4yd3o

Published: February 4, 2025 22:35

The money will be spent on projects ranging from tidal barriers and flood walls to nature-based solutions.

Illegal meat on most UK High Streets, official says

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cglydk3d7wko

Published: February 4, 2025 18:33

Post-Brexit checks are undermining efforts to keep out potentially disease-ridden meat, official says.

Can Starmer make good vibes last with EU and US?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2530vldx0o

Published: February 4, 2025 17:51

Something is likely to have to give, as the UK tries to keep both major trading partners on side.

Tories' Trump trip means Labour to win budget vote

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93qwr7gn69o

Published: February 4, 2025 15:23

Leader of the opposition in Wales Darren Millar heads to US, missing vote on draft budget.

Ex-Tory MP joins Ukraine military to support war effort

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg4jxw0zr7o

Published: February 4, 2025 10:34

He was an MP until the 2024 general election when Labour's candidate secured victory.

Starmer denies breaking Covid rules with voice coach

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg0lm35m38o

Published: February 3, 2025 23:17

Leonie Miller was invited to coach the then-opposition leader on his response to Johnson's Brexit deal.

Millions face council tax rise of more than 5%

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvge1vndmleo

Published: February 3, 2025 22:07

The government has allowed six areas to bypass the usual 5% cap on council tax increases.

How could Trump's tariffs affect the UK?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgy1lerlpko

Published: February 3, 2025 18:32

How might the UK be affected by Trump's tariffs, even if they are not imposed on the UK?

Archibald to become economy minister in Sinn Féin reshuffle

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c07kjz7p7y8o

Published: February 3, 2025 16:52

Sinn Féin president Mary Lou McDonald said she was very confident in the team after the party's reshuffle following Conor Murphy's resignation.

'No cat ban in Scotland', John Swinney confirms

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0m1g8p4yy0o

Published: February 3, 2025 16:35

The first minister rules out the idea after experts suggest ways to reduce the impact domestic cats have on wildlife.

UK-US trade fair, No 10 says in face of tariff fears

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3e1wnvkzeyo

Published: February 3, 2025 14:34

Downing Street responds as Trump threatens EU with trade taxes but hints he could reach a deal with the UK.

Man denies plot to sabotage Boris Johnson's party

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ceq9vrje2p0o

Published: February 3, 2025 14:01

Tim Speers is accused of planning to disrupt the wedding celebrations for Boris and Carrie Johnson.

I let child abuse survivors down - Welsh Lib Dem leader

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9d5nj336p0o

Published: February 3, 2025 12:57

Jane Dodds says she will continue as leader despite criticism of her time in the Church of England.

Phillipson says new Ofsted report cards will help struggling schools

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20gkmy6k74o

Published: February 3, 2025 12:41

Ofsted scrapped its single-word judgements for schools after the death of head teacher Ruth Perry.

Positive start for Stormont but more to do after first year - NI leaders

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c07kjz7p7y8o

Published: February 3, 2025 10:35

NI leaders give their verdict on progress one year after the restoration of devolution at Stormont.

Pylons v people - battle lines drawn over UK's green energy plans

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2d3zlkl4kro

Published: February 3, 2025 06:00

Are solar panel fields and giant pylons the price of energy decarbonisation by 2030? - Panorama investigates.

Starmer first PM to join EU leaders' meeting since Brexit

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0e4rv2rw4eo

Published: February 3, 2025 00:13

The trip is part of what the PM calls a "reset" between the UK and the European Union.

Disgraceful that videos seen by Southport killer still online, says Cooper

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp3jzp2nwx3o

Published: February 2, 2025 11:33

Yvette Cooper criticises social media companies for failing to remove violent content watched by the Southport killer.

Fears council shake-up could spell end of independent-run areas

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c05l60786mlo

Published: February 2, 2025 10:57

Critics say merging smaller councils will make it harder for independents to be elected.

Davey urges Starmer to start EU customs union talks

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgxz0zjnk4o

Published: February 1, 2025 22:00

Sir Ed Davey calls for PM to use meeting with EU leaders to "fire the starting gun" on new trade deal.

AI-generated child sex abuse images targeted with new laws

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8d90qe4nylo

Published: February 1, 2025 22:00

Yvette Cooper says the UK will make it illegal to own AI tools to make images of child sexual abuse.

Labour ministers tread carefully as welfare reform looms

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgkje8vj84ro

Published: February 1, 2025 02:42

The government is not just looking at reforming the benefits system - it is preparing to put it at the heart of its economic agenda.

AstraZeneca ditches £450m investment in UK plant

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1we943zez9o

Published: January 31, 2025 16:51

The drugs giant blames "protracted" talks with the government as well as differences over funding.

Extra £100m funding announced as police warn of cuts

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9vmjy7y9xjo

Published: January 31, 2025 15:03

Yvette Cooper says the cash is for more local officers but some forces say they still face budget shortfalls.

Brexit had some benefits, No 10 says on anniversary

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgrl257j1mo

Published: January 31, 2025 14:13

But the PM wants to "make Brexit work better for the British people", Downing Street says.

English farmland could be cut by 9% to hit green targets

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gpv0qx9wxo

Published: January 31, 2025 13:59

The government's launches a consultation on converting farmland to woodland and wild habitats.

Is Rachel Reeves abandoning the North?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpvm17dwv1vo

Published: January 31, 2025 11:54

The chancellor announces projects in England's south as infrastructure in the North East crumbles.

Ukrainians can bring children to UK as visa changes reversed

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgly66pz0x1o

Published: January 31, 2025 11:38

Charities say changes brought in without notice last February left families torn apart.

Faisal Islam: The 'Iron Chancellor' will have to flex to get the growth she wants

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1dgzp0e0evo

Published: January 31, 2025 11:00

In choppy global seas, going for growth is going to require some tricky navigation - and it will make big domestic political waves too

Draught pints to cost 1p less after tax change

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg7zvrzm25lo

Published: January 31, 2025 09:20

Tax on some alcohol will be reduced but pub groups warn Budget measures will end up lifting prices.

Oysterman says Brexit's impact is now surfacing

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gw9xegk7go

Published: January 31, 2025 06:27

Tom Haward says hospitality is struggling and, five years on, Brexit's now making it even tougher.

Extra £100m funding announced as police warn of cuts

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9vmjy7y9xjo

Published: January 31, 2025 06:00

Yvette Cooper says the cash is for more local officers but some forces say they still face budget shortfalls.

Five key impacts of Brexit five years on

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdrynjz1glpo

Published: January 31, 2025 01:41

The UK left the European Union on 31 January 2020.

Brits need better work ethic, says senior Tory MP

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20gkme83mxo

Published: January 31, 2025 01:28

The shadow home secretary says the UK is in a global race and everyone needs to make a contribution.

Patel clarifies defence of party's immigration record

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c360zegpl0xo

Published: January 30, 2025 21:13

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch appears to distance herself from Priti Patel's comments on immigration.

No targets for flying or farming in UK climate plan

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cyv4g7000m4o

Published: January 30, 2025 20:02

The UK has set an ambitious goal to radically reduce carbon emissions by 2035.

Abramovich tax dodge must be probed, HMRC urged

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5kglpgnx2o

Published: January 30, 2025 17:49

A group of MPs is urging an investigation into £1bn that could be owed by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich.

Reeves changes mind over Leeds airport expansion

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwywv92pq5ko

Published: January 30, 2025 17:15

Rachel Reeves has said she would now support any expansion, despite previously opposing the plans.

Former MP Quentin Davies dies, aged 80

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm29w27xvzgo

Published: January 30, 2025 14:49

Lord Davies of Stamford served as an MP for 23 years before entering the House of Lords.

Tony Blair pays tribute to 'guardian' of Labour Party John Prescott at funeral

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0e4xexnx4vo

Published: January 30, 2025 13:38

Former Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott is remembered during his funeral in Hull on Thursday.

New crime of endangering lives to target small boat crossings

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2egme9vp34o

Published: January 30, 2025 13:08

Border officials will also get powers to seize migrants' phones, under new laws unveiled by the Home Office.

New oil and gas field consent was unlawful - judge

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3e1pw7npklo

Published: January 30, 2025 12:40

The judgement came after a case brought by environmental campaigners at the Court of Session in Edinburgh.

Heathrow's third runway can be built in 10 years, Reeves says

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4z01zyvdno

Published: January 30, 2025 10:27

The chancellor says she wants to see planes start using the new runway in the next decade.

First Humanitarian Medal winner recalls 'extreme devastation'

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93l13g84dzo

Published: January 30, 2025 10:07

The first recipients of the new Humanitarian Medal have been announced, honouring rescue workers.

How quickly could Rachel Reeves' new plans boost growth?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g3w48yy8yo

Published: January 30, 2025 00:42

The chancellor announced a range of reforms on Wednesday - including a new runway for Heathrow airport.

Warning higher borrowing costs may mean tax rises

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4z01zyvdno

Published: January 30, 2025 00:18

The Resolution Foundation says the risk of the government breaking its own fiscal rules "remains on a knife edge".

Henry Zeffman: Reeves's plan comes under scrutiny from her own side

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cedn66e1n6no

Published: January 29, 2025 16:31

The chancellor has made clear she wants to see economic growth, but the response from Labour MPs will be key in how its delivered.

My criticism of Trump was wrong, says Mandelson

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyek73ly70o

Published: January 29, 2025 15:50

The UK's choice for ambassador to the US rows back on previous comments describing Trump as "a bully".

At a glance: what was in Rachel Reeves speech?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxknwyxk09o

Published: January 29, 2025 12:11

The chancellor announces measures she says will kickstart growth: what are they?

Reeves backs Heathrow expansion to boost UK growth

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg4d97wxgdo

Published: January 29, 2025 11:33

The chancellor announces wide-ranging plans to get the UK's sluggish economy moving.

Will a third runway at Heathrow help UK growth?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz6p939y3d3o

Published: January 29, 2025 11:32

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce expansion plans but some question the short-term benefits.

Chris Mason: Labour must make economic growth ideas work this time

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ceve148zpmvo

Published: January 29, 2025 08:33

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is seeking to inject optimism into the economy and a sense that Labour can get things done.

Reeves expected to welcome Heathrow expansion plans

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8j8r79d4rro

Published: January 28, 2025 23:46

The chancellor is expected to make the announcement as part of a speech about growth on Wednesday.

Biased AI rejected my job applications, says ex-MP

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0m14m3kg7no

Published: January 28, 2025 19:33

Former Welsh Secretary David TC Davies says CV scanners rejected him over lack of a university degree.

Minister spoken to over attending Muslim Council event

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c23n73pnkr5o

Published: January 28, 2025 18:08

Labour has cut ties with the Muslim Council of Britain and bans ministers from engaging with the organisation.

Keep assisted dying laws simple, says Whitty

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cge72eyzjl9o

Published: January 28, 2025 17:22

England's chief medical officer warns of "bureaucratic thicket" if safeguards made too complicated.

Net migration to push UK population to 72.5m - ONS

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c05l9y56773o

Published: January 28, 2025 12:28

Projections suggest the UK population could grow by almost five million over the next decade.

What is assisted dying and how could the law change?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-47158287

Published: January 28, 2025 11:40

MPs backed a proposal to let terminally ill people in England and Wales choose to end their life.

Pension shake-up plan aims to boost growth

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g79y47qzdo

Published: January 28, 2025 08:56

Restrictions on surplus cash in pension schemes could be eased to get more money into the economy.

Temporary housing linked to deaths of at least 74 children

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c897d0l97jko

Published: January 28, 2025 00:56

Official data show that 58 of those children were babies under the age of one.

Cooper to reject call to widen extremism definition

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3rwvjlln9wo

Published: January 28, 2025 00:44

The home secretary rejects the central findings of a report she commissioned last year.