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Lib Dems aim to force earliest possible Mid Beds by-election

The party is looking to kickstart the formal process for the vote when Parliament returns on Monday. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/PgHEIof

Pass AI law soon or risk falling behind, MPs warn

The commons technology committee urges new legislation for the UK to take lead on AI regulation. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/GA58FhL

Why the UK is talking to China

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has been criticised for visiting China. This is why he went. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/IxOvq8b

Grant Shapps named as new UK defence secretary

The energy secretary takes over as head of the Ministry of Defence from Ben Wallace. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/3vfn0sD

Grant Shapps: Who is the new defence secretary?

The former energy secretary will now take on responsibility for the UK's response to the war in Ukraine. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/MAL1gUw

Forcing offenders into dock welcomed by families

Sabina Nessa's sister Jebina Islam says she is "delighted" by the change that puts relatives "first". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/RbBHnrp

Ben Wallace: New UK defence secretary to be announced

Ben Wallace, who currently holds the role, announced his departure last month. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/tHa5NKA

RSPB apologises for calling ministers 'liars' over environment pledges

The charity says its frustration at environment plans "led us to attack the people not the policy". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ZkcDoTr

Jonathan Arnott: Ex-UKIP high-flyer swaps politics for chess

Jonathan Arnott, once pretender to Nigel Farage's throne, tells the BBC how chess is his real passion. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/7izUIro

Disengaging with China not credible, says James Cleverly

The foreign secretary defends his visit to China, but one MP likens it to "appeasement". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/CvI4QlG

Covid inquiry: Emails of former Welsh NHS staff deleted

Inboxes of former staff have been wiped, potentially destroying evidence for the Covid-19 inquiry. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2Q9glYC

Ministers skip UN meeting on disability rights

The UK government says it will present its progress on disability rights to the UN in 2024 instead. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/MA0zsBq

English and Welsh councils to collaborate on Marches projects

Herefordshire, Shropshire, Monmouthshire and Powys councils will work together on green projects. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/e2bMqPz

Ulez expanded to include whole of outer London

Drivers must pay £12.50 per day for driving a non-compliant vehicle in the Ultra Low Emission Zone. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/P9XGvJj

Rishi Sunak 'grateful' for Nadine Dorries's time as Tory MP

The prime minister declines to respond to stinging criticism in the former MP's resignation letter. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/zrGPQvY

Pollution rules could change to ease housebuilding

Laws designed to protect waterways have ended plans for thousands of homes, developers claim. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/coXve7Q

Bibby Stockholm: Migrant barge faces legal challenge over fire safety

Firefighters have raised concerns about overcrowding and fire exit access on the Bibby Stockholm. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/VlZmKSY

Every theft must be investigated, home secretary tells police

The home secretary says she wants to see a radical change in the way police tackle lower-level crimes. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/qd57oDI

Labour rules out wealth tax if party wins next election

Shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves says extra money for public services must come from economic growth. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/mOSFlPY

Nadine Dorries resigns: Labour and Lib Dems gear up for by-election battle

The Mid Bedfordshire seat is up for grabs after Nadine Dorries quit with a scathing resignation letter. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/F6K0rux

Nadine Dorries' resignation letter in full

The Tory MP published the eviscerating letter she wrote to Rishi Sunak. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/8GrlP6D

Nadine Dorries: Conservative MP attacks PM as she quits Commons

Two months after promising to resign, she tells Rishi Sunak "history will not judge you kindly". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/0v8KWUu

School staff to strike in 24 Scottish council areas

The Unison industrial action will affect schools and early learning centres across the country. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/8LWqvAH

Renters' rights violations to be investigated

The UK's competition authority said some landlords may not be following consumer protection rules. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/xpZo710

Stormont crisis: Even 'non-events' are welcome on the hill

A visit by almost 200 politicians from the US turns correspondents giddy with excitement. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/73ndaLv

Greens win Bristol by-election to remain largest group

The group retains the Bristol ward to stay ahead of Labour with 25 councillors to 24. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/9pEbDhC

Bibby Stockholm migrants describe 'shock and fear' in letter

Asylum seekers who have left the migrant barge write an open letter to the government. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/DfHtpYk

Energy price cap: What is it and will bills continue to go down?

The cap which sets typical household energy bills is expected to drop slightly from October. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/4pXmu5a

Rishi Sunak says pressure on the asylum system is unsustainable

The cost of the asylum system has nearly doubled in a year to £4bn, government figures show. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/6sL8qaP

MPs' 'winding down' pay to double at next election

Money to help departing MPs close their offices will now cover four rather than two months. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/gr508kW

Labour Party spent more than Conservatives in 2022

The main opposition party lost more members but raised more money than in the previous year. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/d92KRsu

Asylum backlog rises to record high - figures

The number of asylum applications has also increased by almost a fifth in a year, the Home Office says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/mRliksh

PM failed to correctly declare wife's shares – watchdog

Rishi Sunak apologises for "inadvertent errors" when providing information about financial interests. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ZTOPFbS

Nadine Dorries should lose Tory whip - Lib Dem leader Davey

Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey visits Mid Bedfordshire as voters wait for their MP to formally resign. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/yNXhb3S

UK’s £18tn slavery debt is an underestimation, UN judge says

A report led by the judge, Patrick Robinson, says the UK should pay £18.8tn for its role in slavery. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/GSfpUoV

Murray Foote appointed as new SNP chief executive

The party's former head of communications previously quit his role amid a row over membership numbers. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/acbpK4O

NatWest: Former boss set for £2.4m pay package after Farage scandal

Chief executive Dame Alison Rose quit the bank over the closure of Nigel Farage's account. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/iLUdIeD

UK faces ‘heightened recession risks’ as interest rates bite

The UK economy is set to shrink between July and September and risks a downturn, a survey warns. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/nypuJ8I

Youth mental illness drives rise in benefit claims, study suggests

There has been a sharp rise in people in their 20s and 30s claiming disability benefits, a think tank says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/bJajHcI

UK-India trade talks enter 'final, trickier' stage - government sources

A deal could be struck within months - but sources say difficult areas of negotiation remain. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/qeKoz7A

Ulez expansion: Ministers looked at using powers to block scheme

The charge for the most polluting vehicles will be expanded to all London boroughs next week. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/lnKsZEt

Grant Shapps visits Kyiv as UK backs Ukraine nuclear power

The government says a loan guarantee will help improve Ukraine's energy security. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/rYTv4ey

Women's World Cup: Pubs say laws should be eased after final

Many pubs had to wait until the second half of Sunday's match to serve alcohol, an industry body says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/YbM7eqV

Keir Starmer says Labour is working on a fairer student fees system

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer says the current system for students is "unfair and ineffective". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/k8nNbxX

Could decriminalisation solve Scotland's drug problem?

Can lessons be learned from Portugal, which relaxed its drugs laws more than 20 years ago? from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/rG1A07E

Nadine Dorries has 'abandoned' Mid Bedfordshire voters - council

Another council urges the former minister to formally resign after announcing she would quit in June. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/sNhPuVS

How many bees does it take to seal an Act of Parliament?

Stuart Hood has a very important job as the Scottish Parliament's official beekeeper. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/w6zxv0H

Holiday firms urge PM to allow watchdog to fine airlines

Travel companies would like to see watchdog given extra powers to act over delays and cancellations. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/o7Jp04I

Minister Therese Coffey reaffirms pledge to ban hunting trophy imports

Campaigners fear time is running out to get the bill, which was in the Tory manifesto, through Parliament. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/aAdj9sv

Lucy Letby: Government orders independent inquiry

The inquiry will investigate the circumstances around the deaths, as well as the handling of concerns. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/pkbhEd8

Foreign secretary James Cleverly to attend World Cup final

Rishi Sunak will not be travelling to Australia for the game, with diary commitments being blamed. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/aB6A4GL

Ulez: More than 300 cameras damaged or stolen in four months

Unofficial data mapping the damage to cameras suggests almost 500 have been vandalised or stolen. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/pX8kPJR

Renewable energy: Minister blocks solar farms on Gwent Levels

A High Court challenge is launched after planning permission for two solar farms is refused. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/3zFvHwY

Money raising plans are attempt to pressure DUP, Sinn Féin says

Plans to increase the cost of school dinners and bus fares have been proposed by civil servants. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/u46GRep

World Cup final: Pubs call for relaxed alcohol laws on Sunday

Pubs trade body wants the government to allow them to serve alcohol on Sunday from 10:00 BST. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/UeHOAqZ

Saudi crown prince invited to visit UK, government source says

The visit, which not yet confirmed, would be the first since the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/H5X9YQA

Government failing disabled people, human rights watchdog warns

People with disabilities continue to face discrimination in the UK, says a report. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/GFuzgAB

No plans for bank holiday if England win World Cup

The government rules out announcing an extra day off if the Lionesses lift the trophy on Sunday. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/8GraxQW

Andrew Malkinson: Calls for inquiry into wrongful rape conviction

Senior legal figures say an investigation is needed, after new revelations about when DNA evidence was known. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/y2vOJpw

Junior doctors in Scotland accept new pay offer

The 17.5% increase over two years comes after the medics had planned to take strike action. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/0K6TigR

Rishi Sunak defends government cost-of-living support

The prime minister says it is difficult for people to understand the scale of energy bill help. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/kMAYyrs

Gers figures: Scottish public spending deficit falls as oil revenues rise

The annual Gers figures show £19.1bn more was spent on Scotland than was raised in taxation last year. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/zEGblZQ

Kirklees Council restricts all non-essential spending and recruitment

The cash-strapped West Yorkshire authority says the measures will help it to avoid bankruptcy. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/xgRVkzK

Rail fares in England to rise below inflation again in 2024

Fare increases in 2024 will again be held below the rate of inflation, says government. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/QbjtUZ7

Alba Party Rishi Sunak billboard rejected as 'slander'

Media giant Global says it cannot allow an advert featuring a vampire-like image of the prime minister. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ZbwmAT4

Sir Keir Starmer and Anas Sarwar deny divisions ahead of by-election

Sir Keir Starmer and Anas Sarwar played down differences over issues such as the two-child benefit cap. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/MKxgLfu

Call for parents to act over social media challenges

Police and crime commissioner Donna Jones also calls on social media companies to investigate. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Rr4EiUI

UK wages grow at record rate

Regular pay grew at an annual rate of 7.8% between April and June but the unemployment rate rose. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/EhMWx9Z

Afghanistan refugees being let down by UK, says think tank

More In Common says lessons need to be learned, on the two-year anniversary of the fall of Kabul. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/8U7NyYW

'Dosser Dorries' signs 'embarrassing' - Mid Beds Conservative Association

Banners appear around a constituency criticising Nadine Dorries for failing to stand down as an MP. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/KTbhZxj

Wethersfield: Priti Patel accuses government of being 'secretive' over asylum housing plan

The former home secretary criticises plans to house asylum seekers at an ex-RAF base in Essex. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/2KIAsYn

Ethnic minority workers in insecure jobs up 132% since 2011

New data shows the number of white people working in insecure jobs rose by a much smaller amount. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/b6Txw0H

Bibby Stockholm: No one harmed over discovery of Legionella on barge - health secretary

Steve Barclay insists ministers took 'instant action' to move asylum seekers off the Bibby Stockholm barge. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/K29SpsR

Many cancer waiting time targets set to be dropped in England

NHS England want to reduce nine targets to three in a bid to simplify "outdated" standards. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/mRFDxQV

Pub takeaway drinks rules to be continued

Landlords in England and Wales will be able to continue selling takeaway drinks through hatches under Covid-era rules. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/gNneZcW

Ministers face renewed pressure over boat crossings

Labour says the "small boats nightmare" must end after six people died trying to cross the Channel. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/eaXV6p4

Steve Barclay calls talks with Scotland and Wales on cutting NHS waiting lists

The health secretary says Scottish and Welsh patients could be treated in England to cut waiting times. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/REkcgAi

Increase fuel duty to repair potholes - councils

UK spending cuts on pothole repair are among the most severe out of 13 major nations, local councils say. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/XCPEgtL

How many people cross the Channel in small boats and how many claim asylum?

More than 100,700 people have crossed the Channel in small boats since 2018. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/1ePGqfm

Channel migrants: More than 100,000 crossings made since 2018

The Home Office confirms that 755 people were detected making the crossing on Thursday. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ZFH7lny

Liberal Democrats: Rob Blackie named as London mayoral candidate

Rob Blackie served as then-party leader Charles Kennedy's director of research during the Iraq War. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/WhTP6Au

We can't take any more, says NHS as doctors strike

Junior doctors' four-day walkout is under way in England as the dispute over pay continues. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/vHzRQed

Theresa Villiers: Ex-environment secretary failed to declare Shell shares

Theresa Villiers apologises for failing to declare a stake in the oil firm worth over £70,000 for five years. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/MQnBLs8

Nicola Sturgeon rules out reconciliation with Alex Salmond

Speaking at the Fringe, the former first minister says her predecessor is not someone she wants a relationship with. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/Unicr8s

UK spent £13m on private schooling for diplomats’ children

The amount the Foreign Office spends on sending children of diplomats to top private schools has increased. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/gfvRFUX

No 10 suggests UK still EU member in tweet gaffe

A now-deleted post said the UK "is home to twice as many AI companies as any other EU country". from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/8hzsrJ0

Hospital waiting list tops 7.5 million in England

Nearly one in seven of the population is waiting as NHS bosses cite impact of strikes by doctors. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/L9GXnic

Taliban repression of women is a crime against humanity, says Gordon Brown

Former PM calls on ICC to investigate "systematic brutalisation" of Afghan females. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/SN5dJMI

Water firms covering up scale of sewage spills, say Lib Dems

Water bosses argue installing extra monitors would increase bills and delay fixing the problem. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/1Z2WA0G

Government urged to protect children from domestic abuse during holidays

The NSPCC says domestic abuse of children increases during school holidays as they spend more time at home. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/XQwvjIi

UK signs deal with Turkey to disrupt people-smuggling gangs

It includes increased collaboration and intelligence-sharing but no deal to return failed asylum seekers. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/thgS9C3

Bibby Stockholm: Migrants changing minds over move to barge - Robert Jenrick

A "significant" number who had refused to board have changed their minds, the immigration minister says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/bouH2Kt

Warning UK set for five years of lost economic growth

The economy has been hit by Brexit, Covid and Russia's invasion of Ukraine, a think tank says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/kslTew5

Yousaf orders review of civil service bank card spending

Bowling, pottery lessons and yoga classes were among "away days" paid for on government procurement cards. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/DWXp5Yr

Tories could campaign to leave ECHR if Rwanda flights blocked

The party is likely to back leaving ECHR if Rwanda flights are still blocked, senior Tories say. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/vkOqGeo

Labour launches expert team to increase crime-solving

The party launches an expert team to help police and prosecutors bring more criminals to justice. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/6Ff5dLe

Police won't take action on MP Gypsy site leaflet

Cabinet minister to face no action over leaflet asking if people want traveller site next to them. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/RP7dGUe

Suella Braverman to target 'crooked' immigration lawyers

But solicitors say the announcement is "lawyer-bashing" to distract from the asylum backlog. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/tRzBAT4

Andrew Malkinson: Justice secretary looking into three jail cost cases

Alex Chalk says his "blood ran cold" when he learned of Andrew Malkinson's case. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/zVWeo6p

Welsh job fears over delayed defence radio project Morpheus

Ministry of Defence says plans to develop new communications system for military are delayed. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/59Ixrae

Civil servants in Scotland made 58,000 card transactions

Data seen by BBC News shows fast-track airport services were bought for former FM Nicola Sturgeon. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/sm7rHIw

Watchdog warns MPs over failing to respond to public

Complaints about a "lack of responsiveness" by MPs were among the most common to Parliament's standards body. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/u6AcBxr

NI elections 2023: Recount due for disputed Derry seat

The Alliance Party made a legal challenge to the result for Derry City and Strabane District Council. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/TKgO8yP

Prison and probation staffing dangerously low

The Ministry of Justice publishes its views on the services accidentally on a government website. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/WSxqKcd

Nadine Dorries faces move to force her out of Parliament

Nadine Dorries could be suspended if she does not attend Commons for six months, a senior Labour MP says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/DgdImzS

GB News: Politicians' shows under scrutiny in four new Ofcom investigations

Shows hosted by Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg, Philip Davies, Esther McVey and Martin Daubney are examined. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/EMw5rjg

Bibby Stockholm: First asylum seekers to board barge

The barge, docked in Dorset, will house up to 500 people in plans critics have called inhumane. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/8yJohkt

Fines hiked for firms employing illegal migrants

Companies who repeatedly employ illegal migrants face fines up to £60,000 per breach under new rules. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/TQyktOR

Eddie Izzard aims to stand in Brighton at next general election

The comedian wants to contest Brighton Pavilion, which is currently held by the Green Party. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/BaEZJUg

Jeremy Hunt asks regulator to examine extent of debanking

Chancellor asks watchdog to speed up probe into whether bank accounts are being closed for political views. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/PX8oFZV

NHS Wales: Doctors reject Welsh government 5% pay offer

Doctors' representatives will meet soon to decide whether to ballot for industrial action. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/aG4gc7L

Rishi Sunak: Five bailed after Greenpeace protest at PM's home

Activists climbed on to the roof of Rishi Sunak's North Yorkshire home and unfurled banners. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/aYPIn4v

Ulez scrappage scheme extended to all Londoners

The move comes after the Labour Party's by-election loss in Uxbridge last month. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/sLPw9Q0

Net zero sceptics warm to Rishi Sunak's climate shift

The PM's change in tone has emboldened some Tories to call for an overhaul of the key climate target. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/7QFYSk0

Greenpeace protesters climb roof of Rishi Sunak's North Yorkshire home

The protest is against the decision to grant new North Sea oil and gas licences, Greenpeace says. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/fZLd0DS

Bibby Stockholm: Asylum seekers will be on barge in coming weeks - Oliver Dowden

Oliver Dowden tells the BBC he is "confident" remaining issues with the Bibby Stockholm will be resolved. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/fQ4xZFM

Bristol Labour Party members are racists, says paper editor

The editor of a black newspaper speaks out after Bristol mayor Marvin Rees lost an MP selection vote. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/3T5mu7x

UK interest rates expected to rise for 14th time in a row

The Bank of England is widely expected to raise rates as it battles to slow soaring prices. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/YTRDqoj

Niger: Getting UK nationals out of the country is priority, minister says

Unlike some other European nations, the UK has not announced evacuation plans after last week's coup. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/4Ngl1Ut

Police review MP's Gypsy and traveller leaflet

The leaflet asks voters if they want a traveller site near their home. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/kbZ6g7K

Rishi Sunak reveals where he's going on holiday

The prime minister told LBC's Nick Ferrari about his family's holiday plans during an appearance on Wednesday morning. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/ZQj63B0

Sunak heckled at infected blood inquiry

As Rishi Sunak is questioned over the delays in paying compensation to victims, the families are not impressed with some of his answers. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/C209dyO

UK foreign aid cuts: Thousands will die as a result, says report

Women will face unsafe abortions, and thousands will not get healthcare, ministers are warned. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/8jV3pnz

James Cleverly accuses Russia of new low in Africa speech

The foreign secretary is on a mission to build ties with Nigeria amid increasing Russian influence in Africa. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/AqoRkvu

New West Suffolk candidate to 'draw a line' under Hancock controversy

Nick Timothy says he wants to move forward and prepare for the next election. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/WcnDSyE

Bibby Stockholm: No timeframe for migrant barge arrivals

The transport minister says final safety checks are still being carried out on the Bibby Stockholm. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/CPFLfUs

Farage says Coutts is offering to keep his accounts open

Nigel Farage says the bank has offered to reinstate both his personal and business accounts. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/bCuQWnL

Sizewell C: MPs question if it will offer value for money

The government says it will give more detail about its funding plans for nuclear by the end of 2023. from BBC News - UK Politics https://ift.tt/nfhdQu3