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Burnham pledges not to 're-run' Brexit arguments
The potential leadership challenger says he is not proposing the UK considers rejoining the EU.
Farage facing new questions over home purchase funding
Reform UK has insisted the £5m party leader Nigel Farage received in April 2024 from crypto-billionaire Christopher Harb...
UK growth forecast upgraded by IMF but risks remain
Growth has been upgraded from 0.8% to 1% for 2026 in the influential body's latest forecast.
Parents could face bigger fines for child's crimes under youth justice shake-up
In the most extreme cases, parents could face jail if they fail to take action to address their child's behaviour.
HS2 failings blamed on high-speed focus and political pressure
A new reviews confirms the high-speed rail line's "original sins" include a technical design, changing political priorit...
Personal decision for Starmer on whether to fight leadership contest, minister s...
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy tells the BBC that the prime minister has "shown before that he's up for a fight" and she "...
Labour leadership jostling puts Brexit back under political spotlight
The UK's relationship with the EU is shaping up as a key issue for a possible Labour leadership contest and the coming b...
Streeting says he would join leadership race as Burnham vows to 'save' Labour
The former health secretary says there must be a "proper contest" while Burnham says Labour needs to be "saved from wher...
London mayor warning over northern Olympic bid
The government has commissioned UK Sport to conduct an "initial strategic assessment" into a potential bid for the north...
Burnham cleared to run for selection in pivotal by-election
If the Greater Manchester mayor goes on to win the by-election, he would be able to launch a leadership challenge agains...
How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama
Three interventions by three senior Labour politicians made for an unforgettable day in British politics.
British firm vying to build next Red Arrows jets collapses
Aeralis was hoping the UK government would award it a contract to replace the Hawk jets currently flown by the RAF.
What does Makerfield make of by-election and can Burnham win?
Andy Burnham says he will look to stand in the constituency, after Labour MP Josh Simons announces his resignation.
Mandelson papers being withheld, says intelligence watchdog
Responding to the criticism the government said it would "publish as much material as we can as soon as possible".
Farage paid for £1.4m house with I'm a Celebrity cash, says Reform
The Reform UK leader is being investigated by Parliament's standards watchdog over a £5m gift from a billionaire.
Badenoch 'flattered' by Thatcher comparison from Nicki Minaj
Badenoch says she is a fan of the Trinidad and Tobago-born rapper's song Starship after being endorsed by her.
UK borrowing costs rise and pound falls as leadership drama continues
Analysts say the moves have been fuelled by concerns a Burnham-led government would increase government borrowing.
Eleven 'far-right agitators' banned from UK ahead of rally, government says
Saturday's rally has been organised by anti-Islam activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, better known as Tommy Robinson.
UK backs human rights plan to accelerate illegal migration removals
The agreement pushes for a new approach to the continent's main human rights treaty to tackle modern migration pressures...
Kettering MP resigns from Department of Health job
The Labour MP has been a private secretary since September.
Ukraine flag removed from council HQ by Reform
Reform says it is "proud" of the move, but the Conservatives have branded it "performative".
Josh Simons stood down for Burnham as Labour was 'imploding'
Josh Simons explains why he sacrificed his seat to help Andy Burnham bid to be prime minister.
Zack Polanski did not vote in local elections, Green Party says
The Green Party leader previously told Hackney mayoral candidate Zoë Garbett "you have my vote".
At a glance: Starmer fights to stay on as prime minister
The prime minister is fighting to stay on in No 10 as heavy election losses trigger a Labour revolt.
First minister spent election result night at Premier Inn after forgetting his k...
After declaring a "new dawn" for Wales, Rhun ap Iorwerth spent the night at the budget hotel chain.
'I've never seen anything like this': Councillors report rise in abuse
Councillors tell of the abuse they faced from the public in recent weeks. Why is it on the rise?
Angela Rayner settles tax bill with HMRC
Rayner stood down as deputy prime minister in September 2025 after admitting underpaying stamp duty.
Is it harder than ever to be prime minister?
Discontent with the political class is greater than ever - has the UK become ungovernable?
The race to replace Starmer is on - but he still faces a momentous choice
Labour is consumed by drama, but the PM still faces big decisions - and what could be his final choice.
Analysis: Andy Burnham's route back to Commons is clearer - but can he win in Ma...
The Greater Manchester mayor faces a messy and bitter by-election battle with Reform UK.