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'Worst place I've lived': Vulnerable left in unsafe homes

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyv9mvvkd2o

Published: December 22, 2024 00:07

Vulnerable people have been left living in homes which have been deemed unsafe, the BBC has discovered.

Waspi women refused payouts - but what other compensation bills are looming?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c36ejg2jk45o

Published: December 21, 2024 01:21

Billions have been earmarked for victims of the Post Office and infected blood scandals.

Trump campaign adviser calls incoming UK ambassador to US a 'moron'

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyx9kplge8o

Published: December 20, 2024 18:36

Lord Peter Mandelson will be the UK's next ambassador to the US, an appointment he describes as "a great honour".

Ex-first minister Carwyn Jones to get peerage

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy47pmlk0wdo

Published: December 20, 2024 17:54

Mr Jones, first minister from 2009-18, left after the death of Carl Sargeant.

Sue Gray among 30 newly appointed Labour peers

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1ln8z0jdz3o

Published: December 20, 2024 16:15

Sue Gray will join the Houe of Lords two months after she left her role as the PM's chief of staff.

Call for extension to winter fuel payment deadline

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93gxyv7wlyo

Published: December 20, 2024 14:23

The Lib Dems warn tens of thousands of pensioners risk missing Saturday's deadline to get help with energy costs.

Peter Mandelson: How the Prince of Darkness became his excellency

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cnv3edv21y7o

Published: December 20, 2024 13:47

Lord Mandelson - set to be the UK's ambassador to the US - revels in his image as a behind-the-scenes fixer.

Unionist parties to pull Stormont Brake for first time

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpq95yx3p3eo

Published: December 20, 2024 11:48

The brake is part of NI's Brexit deal and gives Stormont power to object to changes to EU rules that apply in NI.

Government borrowing lower than expected in November

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgmvr2n4v9o

Published: December 20, 2024 08:36

Public sector borrowing was £11.2bn last month, the lowest November figure since 2021.

Has Swinney got the SNP 'back on the front foot'?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gpkkr0gyno

Published: December 20, 2024 06:18

From fears of an election wipeout to bouncing back with the budget, John Swinney reflects on a chaotic 2024.

Roadmap to fix England's potholes revealed

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ygv2y2e1eo

Published: December 20, 2024 02:35

Local authorities across England will be given a share of £1.6bn to fix potholes and maintain roads.

Lord Mandelson expected to be named as UK ambassador to US

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpvnlxxp8jko

Published: December 19, 2024 20:21

The former minister and life peer will replace Dame Karen Pierce in early 2025.

Who is City minister Tulip Siddiq?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj90zzpxzm0o

Published: December 19, 2024 18:23

The Labour MP has been named in a Bangladeshi corruption inquiry into her aunt, the country's former prime minister.

DUP to attempt to use Brexit's Stormont Brake for first time

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpq95yx3p3eo

Published: December 19, 2024 16:44

It wants to stop new EU rules on packaging and labelling of chemicals from applying in Northern Ireland.

Economic benefits will take some time, says Starmer

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2kxn9gv1w7o

Published: December 19, 2024 16:10

The prime minister asked MPs for patience when it comes to raising the UK's economic growth rates.

Hospices in England to receive £100m funding boost

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c74599znj7do

Published: December 19, 2024 11:41

Hospice leaders had warned they were being forced to close beds closing due to financial pressures.

Minister named in Bangladesh corruption probe

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp3zqen209go

Published: December 19, 2024 09:22

Tulip Siddiq is accused of helping her aunt, the former prime minister of Bangladesh, embezzle up to £4bn.

Harland & Wolff saved by deal with Spanish firm

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn9g2r9dn0vo

Published: December 19, 2024 09:11

Spain's state-owned shipbuilder confirms it is buying Harland & Wolff, best known for the Titanic.

Water bills to rise by £31 per year over next five years

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgx3rv7p21o

Published: December 19, 2024 08:02

The higher than proposed bill rise in England and Wales comes amid public anger over sewage discharges.

UK considers sending troops to train Ukrainians

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c878ypxgl3qo

Published: December 19, 2024 04:30

Defence Secretary John Healey visits Kyiv to discuss plans to provide more support to Ukraine.

Chris Mason: Starmer stung by Waspi women but it's least of his worries

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gj5r3d71ko

Published: December 18, 2024 19:24

Women affected by state pension changes believed Labour was on their side, feeding cynicism about politics.

English councils to get £700m top-up next year

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c983l81296zo

Published: December 18, 2024 17:35

Labour says the boost will help repair council finances, but a row looms over future funding changes.

Chagos deal remains on track, says UK minister

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czx5p954qn0o

Published: December 18, 2024 15:54

The Conservatives say it compromises UK security, while Nigel Farage says it has caused "deep disquiet" in Donald Trump's team.

Taxpayers can't afford Waspi compensation, says PM

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwy85edy0nxo

Published: December 18, 2024 13:43

Campaigners say they will keep fighting on pensions after government rejects compensation.

Veterans get social housing priority in rule change

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg7vj1w9emo

Published: December 18, 2024 13:08

Councils will now have to put veterans at the top of the list for social housing and waive rules requiring a local connection.

Why are prices rising in the UK?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-12196322

Published: December 18, 2024 09:14

The rate at which prices are rising remains higher than the Bank of England's 2% inflation target.

MP calls for criminal record checks for parliamentarians

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ywpzv9wk2o

Published: December 18, 2024 07:47

Labour's Jo White says MPs are given access to vulnerable people in their work, and calls for DBS checks.

Minister tested Ask for Angela scheme undercover

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3wex407p0jo

Published: December 18, 2024 01:38

The Labour MP says she conducted her own undercover tests before she became "too well known".

Chris Mason: The challenge of disruptors with deep pockets

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g3zw1jx7vo

Published: December 18, 2024 01:30

Nigel Farage tells the BBC he is in "open negotiations" with the US billionaire but no figure has been agreed on.

Tens of thousands of pensioners might not get Winter Fuel Payment by Christmas

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gzllkp9qdo

Published: December 18, 2024 00:28

Tens of thousands of pensioners might not get their Winter Fuel Payments this year because of a backlog in processing claims.

Starmer set to nominate Sue Gray for peerage

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8dqerp5gero

Published: December 17, 2024 21:52

The PM's former chief of staff is expected to be among a raft of new peers announced on Thursday.

New Mauritian PM sends fresh Chagos proposals to UK

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cm2ekk2pv1no

Published: December 17, 2024 17:33

Navin Ramgoolam says the original agreement did not benefit his nation enough.

Nigel Farage meets Elon Musk at Trump's retreat

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1kez8d2dygo

Published: December 17, 2024 17:07

Reform UK says its leader met the US billionaire for an hour on Monday, alongside its new treasurer.

Council tax to rise to fund up to £330m for police

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62w79ggk9vo

Published: December 17, 2024 14:17

The Home Office says funding for forces in England and Wales will rise by 3.5% in 2025-26.

Fury as women hit by pension age rise denied payouts

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czr36842nd6o

Published: December 17, 2024 13:54

Campaigners say they were not properly informed of a pension age rise to bring them in line with men.

Spy allegations pose dilemma for UK's China policy

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg4zxkel2xeo

Published: December 17, 2024 12:52

Calls for China to be designated a threat to national security come as the UK tries to improve relations.

MI5 alert on alleged China agent upheld by judges

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp9n4211zn3o

Published: December 17, 2024 11:59

The Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) said the security service had acted within the law when it named Christine Lee as a threat to national security.

Humza Yousaf to step down as MSP at next election

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2ld7je8x2lo

Published: December 17, 2024 09:26

The former SNP leader says it will be the "right time" to leave the Scottish Parliament.

Faster pay growth reduces chance of rate cut

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgkx36dpzmxo

Published: December 17, 2024 09:01

Regular pay grew at an annual pace of 5.2%, much faster than expected, official figures show.

Plan to register children not in school takes shape

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg7r579z0x5o

Published: December 17, 2024 02:18

The Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill is expected to come into force in 2025.

Government has broken the law on sewage - watchdog

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g38drwmrlo

Published: December 17, 2024 00:44

The OEP has ruled that it allowed excessive sewage into England's rivers and seas.

Alleged Chinese spy linked to Prince Andrew named as Yang Tengbo

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyk2981l2wo

Published: December 16, 2024 18:18

The businessman said the description of him as a spy was "entirely untrue".

England council shake-up: five ways it could affect you

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c30n72j4nrqo

Published: December 16, 2024 15:56

What difference could the biggest shake up of local government in 50 years make to your area?

Sturgeon knows 'nothing more' about police probe

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2yv4rjy0ko

Published: December 16, 2024 13:23

The former first minister remains under investigation as part of an inquiry into SNP finances.

Civil servants must work differently, says new boss

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9vkr3rx3gxo

Published: December 16, 2024 12:30

The cabinet secretary backs Sir Keir Starmer's call for a "rewiring" of the way government operates.

Woman sentenced for hurling milkshake at Farage

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5ywp7lgwvro

Published: December 16, 2024 11:43

The Reform UK party leader was drenched in liquid when he started his constituency campaign in June.

China spy efforts happening in plain view, says ex-Tory leader

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg68vyz9lgo

Published: December 16, 2024 11:35

Sir Iain says there are "many more involved in exactly this kind of espionage" in the UK.

Councils to be merged in major local government shake-up

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn0xz4938z9o

Published: December 16, 2024 01:57

Ministers plan to combine smaller councils across England, prompting warnings of "turmoil" over mergers.

UK in 'diplomatic contact' with Syrian rebels, says Lammy

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce90x283rv7o

Published: December 15, 2024 17:00

The foreign secretary's remarks come as the government announced £50m of humanitarian aid for Syria.

UK joins Asia's trade club - but what is CPTPP?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-55858490

Published: December 15, 2024 10:46

It may look like an official has leant on their keyboard - but it's an acronym we'll hear more often.

Cooper won't set timetable to cut 'dangerous' boat crossings

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c205n3gpd62o

Published: December 15, 2024 05:24

The UK home secretary's remarks come after 13,500 people with failed asylum claims were returned to their home country since July.

Court delays unacceptable for victims and defendants, says ex-judge

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y85lwpzv3o

Published: December 14, 2024 11:48

Sir Brian Leveson told the BBC radical steps would need to be taken to tackle the growing "crisis".

UK 'doesn't have enough builders' for Starmer's 1.5m homes

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yg1471rwpo

Published: December 14, 2024 00:04

Builders and developers say reforms are needed to recruit more tradespeople to build the homes being promised.

Speed up plans to criminalise deepfake abuse, ministers told

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq629lyvj40o

Published: December 13, 2024 18:11

Tory peer Baroness Owen accuses the government of delay, saying it has let down survivors.

Council to ask government for up to £52m extra

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgj684d562go

Published: December 13, 2024 15:47

The authority will ask government for exceptional financial support of up to £52m over two years.

I'm happy with my unique lunch choices, says Badenoch

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cewxd1y99ryo

Published: December 13, 2024 15:44

The Conservative leader says everyone has their own tastes after expressing her dislike of sandwiches.

MPs don't have to be saints, says new standards watchdog

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5lw539eq3o

Published: December 13, 2024 15:01

Conservative MP Alberto Costa says punishments for breaking minor rules should be less severe.

I don't regret voting against Assad bombing - Miliband

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c62zgyr8ne7o

Published: December 13, 2024 09:45

The former Labour leader says there had been "no clear plan" when in the Syria vote of 2013.

UK economy shrinks for second month in a row

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5lw84w1yeo

Published: December 13, 2024 08:16

The economy had been expected to return to growth but data shows it contracted by 0.1%.