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Andrew Malkinson: Living costs for wrongfully convicted unfair - PM

It emerged wrongly convicted Andrew Malkinson may have costs deducted for his time in jail. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/YNpni1U

Labour would force police recruit detectives from business

Labour says it would force police to hire people with relevant skills to tackle detective shortage. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/z4YB6eT

NEU teacher strikes end as members accept pay deal

The union's members in England vote to accept a 6.5% pay rise, so will not strike next term. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/XCenosH

Bibby Stockholm: Fire safety concerns over migrant barge

The Home Office was planning to send the first 50 asylum seekers to the Bibby Stockholm on Tuesday. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/OiRSwsF

Renewables, nuclear and fossil fuels: The UK's changing energy mix

To meet climate change targets, more of the UK's energy needs to come from low-carbon sources. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/qRvMtPe

London candidate beats Bristol mayor for MP seat

Party members select Damien Egan to be their candidate for a new parliamentary seat in Bristol. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/b7aV96P

Nigel Farage launches website over de-banking 'scandal'

It comes after two banking bosses quit over the row about the closure of Mr Farage's Coutts account. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/QU7V4ru

Theresa May's ex-adviser to run for Matt Hancock's seat in next election

Nick Timothy resigned as the former PM's joint chief of staff shortly after the 2017 election. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/TuSKfWJ

HS2: Rail link rated 'unachievable' by infrastructure watchdog

The IPA gave the project a "red" warning, raising issues related to budgets and schedules. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/qCBxhKE

Energy security: Rishi Sunak to meet leaders over energy security plans

Rishi Sunak is facing calls from some Conservative MPs to rethink certain green policies. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/x5F92PB

Andrew Malkinson: End living cost charge for wrongfully convicted, Tory MP says

A man wrongly imprisoned for 17 years may have to pay back savings he made on living costs while in prison. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Kfx1T3c

Rishi Sunak rejects Welsh government funding complaints

Rishi Sunak responds to Welsh ministers complaining of £900m budget cuts due to inflation. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/3g0iuTx

RAF Scampton migrants plan delayed to October, says council

The first 200 migrants were due to arrive at RAF Scampton in mid-August. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ICo9MZK

Ulez: London mayor hails court's 'landmark' expansion ruling

Five Conservative-led councils fail to overturn Sadiq Khan's decision to expand the scheme. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/WkHaiqf

Nuclear test medal: UK veterans to receive recognition after years-long campaign

Around 22,000 people are eligible for a medal to be issued 70 years after the first atomic tests. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ztD4hwv

Labour criticises idea of housing migrants in tents

The shadow home secretary says the government is "flailing" in its approach to illegal migration. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/oY3jIyG

Gina Miller's political party bank account to be closed

Monzo initially refused to tell the anti-Brexit campaigner why the account was being shut down. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/kdjcC0e

You've got Mali: MoD accidentally emails Russia ally

Defence officials say the emails did not contain information that could compromise operational security. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/HB4fC72

'Routine' housing of child asylum seekers in hotels unlawful, High Court rules

Hundreds of children have gone missing from hotels, with concerns some have been groomed by gangs. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/EXMYDUQ

Last orders for takeaway pub pints as Covid rules expire

Relaxed licensing rules brought in during Covid in England and Wakes will soon come to an end. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/9FyXm8g

Martyn's Law: MPs criticise draft of anti-terror legislation

A report says a draft of a new anti-terror law would not have changed the majority of recent attacks. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/nkNVJ4L

Humza Yousaf to reveal Scottish citizenship plans

The Scottish government is publishing the latest prospectus in its series of independence papers. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/YaisICE

Solicitors regulator launches investigation of asylum claim law firms

Justice Secretary Alex Chalk urges the regulator to use the "full force of sanctions" at its disposal. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/gtBGPwU

Sir Keir Starmer and Scottish Labour split over self-ID for trans people

The party is at odds over the need for a medical diagnosis before a person can change their legal sex. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/PQrXe6R

NatWest CEO Dame Alison Rose facing government pressure to resign

Dame Alison Rose admitted a "serious error" in talking about Nigel Farage's relationship with its private banking arm Coutts. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/QpsaPcl

Nigel Farage: NatWest boss admits 'serious error' in bank closure row

Dame Alison Rose said she was "wrong" to respond to BBC questions about his bank account being closed. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/IaZ8pEo

Huw Edwards: MPs raise questions over the Sun's story

A parliamentary committee writes to the Sun and the BBC about allegations made against Huw Edwards. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Gisp25T

Numbers in temporary accommodation in England hit record

One family tells BBC News of their struggle to cope with two young children in a hotel room. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/rouAj2V

MP Stuart Anderson selected as candidate in different area

Wolverhampton South West MP Stuart Anderson will be the Conservative parliamentary candidate for South Shropshire. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/sLlgKqU

Mark Drakeford: 'Puzzle' that farmers can't grow trees

First minister defends plans to tie farm subsidies to tree planting after boycott warning. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/792IkYE

Conservative MP Trudy Harrison will not stand at general election

Copeland MP Trudy Harrison says her move is not related to fears the Tories will lose heavily. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/TzjZA17

Stalker harassed Mike Amesbury MP in shopping centre and Costa Coffee

Stephen Cowell waited for Mike Amesbury and also loitered at his office and tried to stop him driving. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/hOWbple

Michael Gove relaxes planning rules to create more homes in city centres

The government is relaxing planning rules further as it faces an uphill struggle to meet housing targets. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Hv6DlQB

NI election 2023: Thousands of absentee ballot requests rejected

More than 5,000 applications were rejected over digital registration number issues. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ygimw6E

Labour leadership sees off demand for new spending commitments

The party says it has agreed an ambitious programme without the need for new spending commitments. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/hc3oT6S

Climate: NFU Cymru leaders boycott tree planting scheme

NFU Cymru says plans requiring farmers to have trees on 10% of their land don't make business sense. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/yv8BeKL

New British Humanitarian Medal to honour UK disaster rescuers

A new medal will honour the "unsung heroes" who respond to humanitarian emergencies. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/5fAc1oG

Ann Clwyd: Tony Blair and Mark Drakeford pay tribute to ex MP

She represented the Cynon Valley constituency for 35 years before standing down in 2019. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/jRJhLA3

Uxbridge: Keir Starmer says Labour must learn lessons of by-election defeat

"Still a long way to go," Labour leader says, after losing by-election dominated by climate policy. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/WJzKlug

More children can use passport e-gates after UK rule change

The expansion of the service is expected to benefit over 400,000 children this year. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/YfU94OE

National Policy Forum: Labour seeks to iron out policy disagreements

The leadership will come under pressure to be more radical at a key meeting with unions and party members. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/DGqVYtB

By-elections: Labour scents power but Sunak says it's not a done deal

Labour and the Lib Dems take two safe Tory seats in by-elections, but Rishi Sunak avoids a clean sweep. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/mElY7Bh

Ukraine's Zelensky sacks ambassador to UK Prystaiko after criticism

Vadym Prystaiko had recently criticised the Ukrainian leader's response to a row over military aid. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/sOfekjS

Keir Mather - Labour's newest MP and 'baby of the House'

After winning the Selby and Ainsty by-election, Mather, 25, becomes the youngest MP in the Commons. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/EkcR9gd

Labour loss in Uxbridge blamed on Ulez expansion

Figures in both parties suggest a tax on polluting vehicles gave the Tories a slim victory. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/CRTYjKb

Analysis: Sunak left with headache after mixed by-election picture

Sir John Curtice assesses the outcome for the Conservative, Lib Dem and Labour leaders, after a night of contrasting results. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/KSGgTaB

By-elections: Spared a rout but still a bad set of results for Tories

The Tories have lost two sizeable majorities, painting a bleak picture for the party nationally. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/pwTW7x1

By-election results: Tories suffer huge defeat in Somerton but hold Uxbridge

The Tories suffer a defeat in Somerton and Frome but narrowly hold Boris Johnson's old Uxbridge seat. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/xXVNMDS

MPs should remain staff employers, Commons committee says

A parliamentary report rejects calls to employ staff centrally, despite calls for better HR practices. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/dcqh9CI

King's Speech will take place on 7 November

The State Opening will herald the final session of Parliament before the next general election. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/uN65WO8

Bank face threat to licences over Farage bank account row

Banks could face conditions on their licences after Nigel Farage said his account was shut over his views. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/g4BC5IH

UK amends encrypted message scanning plans

Extra oversight for powers to scan encrypted messages for child abuse images passed by peers. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/nNPZvTJ

Voters go to the polls in three by-elections in England

Polls will open in Uxbridge and South Ruislip, Selby and Ainsty, and Somerton and Frome at 07:00 BST. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/e2xVvCs

Tobias Ellwood: I got it wrong on Afghanistan clip, says Conservative MP

Tobias Ellwood deletes a video where he said Afghanistan had been transformed under the Taliban. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/jT8dt4i

Evening Standard front page of mayoral candidate a mockery, say Tories

The Evening Standard's use of a photo of Susan Hall is described as having a "whiff of misogyny". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/DASROQz

Interest rates: Big rise less likely after inflation surprise

The Bank of England is under less pressure to put up interest rates after inflation fell from 8.7% to 7.9% in June. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/QZqdLyA

Ex-minister Maria Miller calls for abortion sentencing guidelines

Tory MP Maria Miller says illegal abortions should be dealt with "compassion not punishment". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/iGmZDbF

Susan Hall selected as Conservative London mayoral candidate

The London assembly member faced only one opponent after Daniel Korski dropped out of the race. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/WKozs9S

Nigel Farage: Coutts document 'shows bank account shut over my views'

Nigel Farage says he obtained a copy of a report by the bank's wealth reputational risk committee. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/aL2fEZg

Keir Starmer recasts Blair model for age of insecurity

The Labour leader nods to Sir Tony Blair in a speech setting out his programme for government. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/axt9CW4

Philippa Whitford: Eighth SNP MP to quit at next election

Dr Philippa Whitford says SNP MPs have been treated with "aggression and contempt" in Parliament. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ylAFPSQ

UK emergency alert could be tested every two years

A senior official says regular testing would ensure the technology was operating smoothly. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/8wzonUH

Two-child benefit cap: Keir Starmer to face challenge from Labour policy body

The Labour leader's refusal to scrap the limit will be raised at a meeting of the party's policy body. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ocnYZHb

Ben Wallace: Ukraine has 'tragically become a battle lab' for war technology

The minister says new UK defence plans are influenced by lessons learned from Ukraine. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/SAc5pDj

Illegal Migration Bill to become law after Lords challenge

The bill seeks to stop people who arrive in the UK illegally from claiming asylum. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/9iWzw5M

Geraint Davies: Fellow MP Charlotte Nichols makes allegation

During her first week in Parliament, Charlotte Nichols says she was warned of "sexual predators". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/CK75cR9

Labour outlines law to ban training AI chatbot to spread terror

Shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper claims current laws aren't fit for purpose to combat cyber threats. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/BLrnhZv

Jamie Driscoll: North of Tyne mayor quits Labour party

Jamie Driscoll says he will will continue as mayor of North of Tyne as an independent. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/YJ7vpFV

Government to miss 40 new hospitals target - watchdog

The National Audit Office has found the project is behind schedule and not delivering value for money. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2s6lnVx

Fuel retailers urged to back government price sharing scheme

The energy secretary is asking supermarkets and petrol stations to publish prices to aid competition. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Z2bphXk

Keir Starmer won't commit to more money for public services

The Labour leader says his party will always invest in public services but reform is also needed. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ZT5OsmP

Young climate activists turn up the heat on Keir Starmer

The group that disrupted the Labour leader's speech says the party is backsliding on energy pledges. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Nu6hvj8

Migrant barge: Portland is a dumping ground, residents say

As the Bibby Stockholm is towed to Portland the BBC finds out how people on the island are reacting. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Wsxodlv

CPTPP: UK agrees to join Asia's trade club but what is it?

It may sound like an official has leant on their keyboard - but it's an acronym we'll hear more often. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/76Bx1ns

Ben Wallace to quit as defence secretary at next Cabinet reshuffle

The senior Tory will also step down as an MP at the next general election, he tells the Sunday Times. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/mtBOkj3

Laura Kuenssberg: What could go wrong for Keir Starmer?

The Labour leader is quietly preparing for power but he can't take anything for granted - here's why. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2b0jfAR

Labour must be bolder, says union leader Sharon Graham

The head of Unite warns the Labour leader against "tinkering around the edges" or "apathy could win". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/hunr14w

Extra energy bill scheme was 'staggering failure', says MP

The scheme to help people who missed out on last winter's energy subsidy should be reopened, a senior MP says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/lf4xM2v

Disposable vapes: Councils call for total ban by 2024

Councils in England and Wales say vapes are a litter "blight" on streets and are difficult to recycle. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/A0EaTLJ

What's happening in Parliament next week?

The Illegal Migration Bill nears its finish line, in the final week before the summer recess. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/QAf1oX7

NHS dentists: People having to drive hundreds of miles 'unacceptable'

A damning report, by the Health and Social Care Committee, says more needs to be done, and quickly. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/1etnbE4

By-elections 2023: a simple guide to three polls on 20 July

By-elections are being held in Uxbridge and South Ruislip, Selby and Ainsty, and Somerton and Frome. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/0vBYEUb

Illegal Migration Bill: Jenrick sees no more compromises on migration bill

The government hopes to pass the Illegal Migration Bill before the summer recess. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/b9ckt7P

Chris Mason: Will the pay offer stop the strikes?

The government has accept the recommendations of the pay review bodies, but will the workers? from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/a56dOt2

New wave of strikes on way, Unite leader Sharon Graham warns

Strikes will continue unless ministers and big firms increase their pay offers, Ms Graham warns. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/6xlPVuA

Covid Inquiry: Brexit helped prepare government for pandemic, says Gove

Civil servants "honed and refined" crisis skills while preparing to leave the EU, Mr Gove says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ruw3Rgj

Ministers could be fined for breaching lobbying rules under Labour

The party says it will create a new watchdog with powers to propose sanctions against ministers. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/zIiq90P

Millions of public sector workers to get pay rise

Millions of public sector workers, including teachers and police, are to get pay rises between 5-7%. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/a4fbD5e

Migration Bill: Lords reinsert child detention limits

Peers overturn several government amendments as the Illegal Migration Bill enters "ping-pong". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/6O2HKUh

Boris Johnson early Covid WhatsApps still not passed to inquiry

The government had until 16.00 BST on Monday to hand over the ex-PM's messages to the Covid inquiry. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Ki1vlBd

Government apologises to barred weapons expert Dan Kaszeta

The nerve agents adviser says questions remain about the policy of vetting speakers' social media. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/KmGSbhf

Nadine Dorries referred to authorities over messages to officials

The Conservative MP allegedly threatened to use her "platform" to find out why she was denied a peerage. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/wzUycjH

Mortgage payments set to jump by £500 for one million households

Bank of England says higher interest rates are yet to hit many homes but lenders are proving resilient. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/lj5pTDY

Sunak: No decision yet on public sector pay rises

The prime minister says he would make the "responsible" decision to keep inflation under control. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/IMGs0O3

Universal Credit: Warnings over AI use to risk-score benefit claims

Campaign groups say more transparency is needed to avoid potential bias over benefit investigations. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/iY4SMnC

Migration bill: Minister accuses Lords of trying to wreck asylum reforms

Robert Jenrick says the government can't back some changes made by peers to its migration bill. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/y3qrjKB

Government overturns ruling on disability strategy

The Court of Appeal rules the High Court was wrong to find the government had acted unlawfully. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Qzpf7Fx

Boris and Carrie Johnson announce birth of son

The couple announce the birth Frank Alfred Odysseus Johnson, their third child together. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/YDVioqO

Nato summit: Ukraine's future membership to be discussed by leaders in Vilnius

But the meeting in Lithuania will see disagreement over Ukraine's ambition to join the military bloc. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/UVMGnr7

Migration bill climbdown expected on child detention limits

The bill is central to Rishi Sunak's pledge to stop small boats crossing the English Channel. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/mcDI9Ax

Biden visits UK: President says US-UK relationship rock solid

Joe Biden's comments came as he met UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in London ahead of a key Nato summit. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/57sWRLd

No 10 warned Israel boycotts bill enables Russia

Written advice from the Foreign Office says Russia could accuse the UK of hypocrisy over the bill. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/3Ebf27O

MPs to vote on alleged interference in Partygate probe

The Privileges Committee accused Tory politicians of trying to interfere in its Boris Johnson inquiry. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/GtifN0p

Seventh SNP MP to step down at general election

John McNally, who represents Falkirk, said he would not contest the next general election. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/hvtRZdO

Parliament must fix complaints system says standards chief

Allegations of misconduct by MPs is causing "dangerously low" trust in politicians, says Daniel Greenberg. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/dWqGSpI

Public sector pay rises should be affordable - PM

Rishi Sunak said it would be "short-sighted" to do something now that made inflation worse later. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/WjSv5gy

Chris Mason: Biden to meet Sunak and King during UK visit

The US President meets Rishi Sunak for the fifth time in five months ahead of a Nato summit in Lithuania. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/f9hygq7

Minister refuses to commit to following pay board advice

Review bodies are advising the government on pay rises for public sector workers such as doctors. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Yzwy0KW

Ofwat complacent over Thames Water affair - MP

A committee of MPs will quiz the watchdog on Wednesday over whether it has been "asleep at the wheel". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/A2py7GK

'No split in SNP' says MP after colleague suspended

Stewart Hosie has dismissed suggestions of infighting among the party's group at Westminster. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/YCMBF07

Just Stop Oil deny disrupting George Osborne wedding

The former chancellor's wedding in Somerset was disrupted by a woman throwing orange confetti. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/cD1i2Gd

Fears for Vauxhall Luton van plant's future due to Brexit

Its long term future could be in jeopardy if part of the treaty is not renegotiated, a director says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/DZpvsqW

Laura Kuenssberg: Why you should not expect a cheque book election

It is harder to make big promises when there is less cash to go around, says Laura Kuenssberg. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/MoNBT0x

Minister Robert Jenrick ordered painting over of child asylum unit murals

Robert Jenrick is reported to have considered the cartoon images in the Dover centre too welcoming. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/OuhGDqt

Caroline Nokes tells of about 50 'creepy' incidents in her time as MP

Senior Tory Caroline Nokes calls for clearer rules on conduct at Westminster in BBC interview. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/3NR2Mp0

Angela Rayner: I got death threats to my children

The Labour deputy leader says her teenage children now have to be escorted to school. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Pb60EHw

HS2: Government unclear on Euston station goal report finds

In March it was announced that work on the new Euston station would be paused for two years. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/hLPMuTl

Wrong for bishops to get automatic House of Lords seat says MP

MPs argue about the role of the Church of England in Parliament's upper chamber. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/xYdo8T6

UK to sanction Iran after credible threats from regime

The sanctions will send a "clear message to the regime", Foreign Secretary James Cleverly says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/MuEAwXl

Mothers could have missed out on 1bn in state pension

Women will receive letters from the the UK's tax authority aimed at correcting state pension underpayments. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/DldrqAn

Uxbridge by-election: Keir Starmer won't say whether he backs ULEZ expansion

The Labour leader is reluctant take sides in by-election dispute over expanding London's clean-air zone. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/H0QE2iu

Climate change protesters interrupt Starmer speech

The Labour leader tells Green New Deal Rising protesters he will talk to them after his speech on education. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Q3FH1yO

Joint bid to bar landlords from excluding families

A new UK law to ban landlords from excluding families and people on benefits may extend to Scotland. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/42nJ07O

Could the Conservatives lose five by-elections?

There's little sign of positivity among Tories, who are facing a serious electoral test with by-elections looming. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/1fiYjkq

Horizon research deal with EU awaits Sunak's signature

BBC News understands a deal has been negotiated over UK association with the Horizon programme. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/YwPFfWn

Labour leader pledges education reforms to break class barriers

The Labour leader will say a "class ceiling" is holding back children when he outlines his education plans. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Lb6MAZz

Cambridge congestion charge cited as Tories win by-election

The Conservatives had not had a seat on Labour-run Cambridge City Council since 2012. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/q0NnhEA

SNP MP Angus MacNeil suspended following clash with chief whip

Angus MacNeil has the party whip removed for a week amid reports of a row with fellow SNP MP Brendan O'Hara. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/63fvGQS

Angela Rayner challenges Oliver Dowden on housing pressures at PMQs

Labour's deputy leader says homeowners are "sick with worry" but deputy PM says they will be supported. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/KTEn0X5

Westminster: House of Commons culture still 'predatory' say staff

Staff say abuses of power in Parliament are still common, and a new complaints process is too slow. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/aCvAisJ

Memo reveals pressure on climate finance pledge

The government says it remains committed to spending £11.6bn of its overseas aid budget on climate. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/m3k1BgN

Keir Starmer's allies purging Labour left says John McDonnell

The former shadow chancellor says a "right-wing faction" has gained control of party selection processes. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/zxgvUnS

David Warburton: New investigation into sexual misconduct claims

David Warburton welcomes a re-investigation into sexual harassment claims against him. from BBC News - UK Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-somerset-66098813?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Migration Bill: Lords vote to keep child migrant detention limits

Peers voted to reverse a government plan to remove existing caps in the Illegal Migration Bill. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/xjXD27b

Nigel Farage: Banks warned against closing accounts

Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer says she is concerned banks are shutting accounts for the wrong reasons. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/oHjMcKp

Backlash expected over bill banning boycotts of Israel goods

The government says the measure would stop councils and other public bodies pursuing "their own foreign policy". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/tnjeNLv

Ofcom to investigate episode of Jacob Rees-Mogg's GB News show

One instalment of Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg's nightly programme attracted 40 complaints to the regulator. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/kZFrt40

Sue Gray broke civil service code over Labour job offer

The ex-official was cleared to work for Labour by Parliament's advisory appointments body last week. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/zPZJlpO

Tory MPs issue plan for Rishi Sunak to slash migration

The New Conservatives group say the PM risks "eroding public trust" unless the numbers are cut by 400,000. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/9V7L0Jp

Jess Phillips not racist Labour frontbencher says amid online row

A senior headteacher accused Ms Phillips of racism and bullying following a Twitter row. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/aS8kfTt

Lord Bob Kerslake: Former Civil Service head dies aged 68

He was Cabinet Secretary between 2012 and 2014 during David Cameron's coalition government. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/btKvGeh

NHS England chief Amanda Pritchard says strike disruption will get worse

Amanda Pritchard told the BBC that "all sides" had failed to prevent further strike action. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2etzslj

Protests: Police powers to tackle tactics come into effect

Transport network disruption and tunnelling targeted under measures for police in England and Wales. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/FCqGU9v

Sunak speaks to cricket leaders after damning report

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has spoken to leaders at the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) following a report highlighting discrimination in cricket. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/nc3ZTMO

Minister asks South Cambridgeshire council to end four-day week trial

Lee Rowley says a trial, which a council leader says cut the need for agency staff, should end now. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/DtSPql7

No free lunch for nationalisation of water firm says Lord Howard

Lord Howard led the privatisation of the UK's water industry more than 30 years ago. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/S3J016s

Foreign Office warns Britons over travel to France during riots

Updated Foreign Office advice warns of potential disruption and urges people to remain cautious. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/u0RhjoP