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Shipman damaged end-of-life care - David Davis

Parliament debates assisted dying after more than 200,000 signed a petition backing a law change. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xC0YEU5

Watch: Humza Yousaf resigns as first minister

Humza Yousaf has resigned as first minister of Scotland, triggering a leadership contest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2lPRXOG

'The NHS deserves better' says defecting Tory MP

Dr Poulter, who works part time as a doctor, says he struggled to "look my NHS colleagues in the eye". from BBC News https://ift.tt/4ERjQJ5

MP says he was deported from Africa over China criticism

Tory MP for East Worthing and Shoreham Tim Loughton says he was barred from entering Djibouti. from BBC News https://ift.tt/riKn8Fg

Salmond says independence plan is price for Yousaf support

The Alba leader demands the SNP focus on independence rather than "divisive" identity politics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TcahBK4

See reaction when minister asks if Congo is different country to Rwanda

The Question Time audience were surprised when Chris Philp answered an audience member's question about DR Congo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f6PX2Ej

'The NHS deserves better' says defecting Tory MP

Dr Poulter, who works part time as a doctor, says he struggled to "look my NHS colleagues in the eye". from BBC News https://ift.tt/WUtvcaK

Labour's rail plan 'unfunded', says minister

The transport secretary says there is “nothing” in Labour’s plan that will make rail services better for passengers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xztuLZQ

Yousaf will not resign as Scotland's first minister

Humza Yousaf says he is confident of winning a no-confidence vote next week despite opposition calls for him to quit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ziPMHE9

Minister Chris Philp's Rwanda question raises eyebrows

The Question Time audience were surprised when Chris Philp answered an audience member's question about DR Congo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KsXo4t8

Cleverly opposes moves to cut abortion time limit

The home secretary says the Criminal Justice Bill is not the right place for a debate on abortion law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2JuvkP1

Former Labour minister Frank Field dies aged 81

The crossbench peer spent 40 years as MP for Birkenhead and was a leading voice on welfare reform. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mDqkAeg

Government scrapped tests on free childcare plan

The National Audit Office says a £35m pilot to test the expansion of free childcare in a few areas was cancelled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nz8W4ri

Sunak vows to hit 2.5% defence spend target by 2030

The PM says billions of extra spending will put the UK's defence industry on a "war footing". from BBC News https://ift.tt/73teLCR

First flights to Rwanda in 10 to 12 weeks - Sunak

The PM says there is a "loud minority" who will try to stop government plans to send migrants to Rwanda. from BBC News https://ift.tt/afjtuDp

Sunak and Starmer both rule out St George holiday

Labour previously said it wanted four new UK-wide bank holidays to mark each nation's patron saint day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qR1QfBv

Rwanda bill to become law after months of wrangling

Parliamentary stand-off ends, opening the way for asylum seekers to be sent to the African country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tOIrTl2

Minister defends government's record on climate

Claire Coutinho says the government's track record is 'strong' after watchdog accuses PM of setting the UK back. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DNAUCQa

SNP will form minority government if Greens end deal

Scottish Green members are to  vote on whether to remain in government  after the SNP ditched key climate change targets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yYidRCx

UK rejects EU free movement for young people offer

The EU Commission said UK and EU citizens under 30 should be able to work or study for up to four years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RkXpGui

Our climate change record is strong, minister says

Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho defends government after watchdog accuses PM of setting the UK back. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cwZhDfb

Prepayment meter payout numbers unacceptable – minister

Just 1,500 out of 150,000 people have received redress after the force-fitting of prepayment meters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FkN0ido

Labour unveils plans for new housing on 'grey belt'

Low-quality green belt areas will be classed as "grey belt" and targeted for development, Labour say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5CXge1x

Sunak has set us back, says climate watchdog head

In a BBC interview, Chris Stark says the PM has not made climate change "as much of a priority as his predecessors". from BBC News https://ift.tt/TDYLA5E

Antisemitic false quote cut from Liz Truss book

The ex-PM's publishers apologise and agree to remove a fake quote tied to an antisemitic conspiracy theory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PA5QSU2

Minister asked if incinerator plans could be blocked

Steve Barclay's office sought advice on blocking incinerators, including one in his own constituency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jQ5rFk4

Labour unveils plans for new housing on 'grey belt'

Low-quality green belt areas will be classed as "grey belt" and targeted for development, Labour say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/74hTJ6V

Minister asked if incinerator plans could be blocked

Steve Barclay's office sought advice on blocking incinerators, including one in his own constituency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jQ5rFk4

Council leader resigns amid claims he abused women

The councillor is stepping down as leader of West Northamptonshire Council, which he has led since 2021. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q3j4DXC

Chris Mason: Smoking ban represents a political legacy for PM

It has cross-party support but Tory opposition shows a 'fractious' party, says political editor Chris Mason. from BBC News https://ift.tt/znKuocb

Cheap booze prices to rise as MSPs vote to increase minimum cost

MSPs increase the cost of alcohol but opinions remain split over the policy's effectiveness. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R8ibSHf

Sunak urges restraint after Iran attack on Israel

The prime minister will speak to Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss how to prevent escalation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sM8OHZy

Government suffers fresh Rwanda Bill defeat in Lords

Peers maintain stand-off with government over flagship controversial Rwanda deportation plan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zMY2fbk

Watch: Iran suffered 'double defeat' - Lord Cameron

The UK foreign secretary says Iran carried out a very significant attack, "but fortunately, it was a failure". from BBC News https://ift.tt/nIOWU57

Streeting: Sunak ‘failed' in NHS waiting list promises

Labour says it would create two million more appointments in English health services with extra evening and weekend working. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eIfaGwH

Streeting: Sunak ‘failed' in NHS waiting list promises

Labour says it would create two million more appointments in English health services with extra evening and weekend working. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eIfaGwH

Watch: Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg

Health Secretary Victoria Atkins and shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper are the main political guests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8ECnMwT

Streeting: Sunak ‘failed' in NHS waiting list promises

Labour says it would create two million more appointments in English health services with extra evening and weekend working. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FfVGbpI

Rayner 'will do right thing' in council house row

Angela Rayner says she will step down as Labour's deputy leader if she has committed a crime over council house claims. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8pzCxD7

Unpaid carers shocked at having to repay thousands

Two ex-ministers say the government should pause demands for large sums of money from benefits overpayments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5rQVd8f

David Cameron heads to Brussels for Gibraltar talks

Following Brexit, the British overseas territory has been operating under temporary rules. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iQYHsd9

Can health secretary name NHS trusts performing well?

Victoria Atkins is challenged to name some health trusts meeting their targets to cut waiting lists. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KXFnbLA

Pressure grows over rough sleeping clampdown

More than 30 groups warn the government that fining or arresting people risks stigmatising the homeless. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l9vFp2W

EU approves major overhaul of migration rules

The new rules are designed to make EU states share responsibility for hosting asylum seekers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3aN7H4C

Protesters spray red paint on Ministry of Defence

Defence Secretary Grant Shapps says the Armed Forces will not be intimidated by "cowardly criminals". from BBC News https://ift.tt/dlzkPG4

DUP last line of defence for the union - Paisley

Ian Paisley says the DUP is the only unionist party which can win a sizeable number of MP seats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g4xkSqz

Shop staff assault to be specific criminal offence

The PM says shops must be able to trade free from abuse but Labour argues ministers have been slow to act. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BoeWHNJ

MP targeted in Westminster honeytrap resigns party whip

The MP has also quit committee roles after admitting sharing MPs' numbers with someone on a dating app. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PJovbZN

Labour vows to fund pledges by tackling tax dodgers

The party says its plans would raise £5.1bn a year but the government warns that more taxes will result. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y7MJfG8

Lord Bamford retires from the House of Lords

Lord Bamford, the executive chairman of JCB, stepped down on 1 March. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xThZsGr

Reform defends vetting after candidates dropped

The party has now ditched or suspended at least 12 candidates over offensive comments on social media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/18L6JUw

MP's misleading website links 'arouse suspicion'

People typing in MP Richard Foord's name online are being redirected to his rival's website. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cxrk93H

Abolish Foreign Office, former top diplomats say

A new Department for International Affairs with modernised premises and a broader remit is proposed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0qwIxB6

Lib Dems unveil special needs support plan

Leader Ed Davey wants a new national champion to tackle the most complex special educational needs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VDtBSEp

Greens promise council powers to 'tame' private rents

The Green Party launch their local election campaign with a demand for more affordable homes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TnH0FP4

Israel is conducting a legitimate campaign - Dowden

The deputy prime minister says government's advice on UK arms sales to Israel has not changed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WFhfxuL

Government delays decision on incinerator opposed by Steve Barclay

Permits for new incinerators are temporarily banned, including one the environment secretary opposes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H5wzZ0C

PM marks six months since start of Israel-Gaza war

Rishi Sunak says Israel has the right to defend itself but he is "shocked by the bloodshed" in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LSCqDv0

GMB staff scrap strike over sex harassment claims

Employees had claimed reforms recommended by an independent lawyer-led review are yet to take place. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l25E1v4

Mercer given deadline for Afghan inquiry challenge

The MP, who served in Afghanistan, has until 8 May to give his reasons for protecting whistleblower sources. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jKPBCXV

I reported explicit messages to police, says MP

Luke Evans says he was a victim of cyber-flashing in a suspected honeytrap plot targeting Westminster. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kzfGeyA

Stats officials to strike over return to office

Office for National Statistics workers fight against plans to limit working from home arrangements. from BBC News https://ift.tt/89NP1UA

Another moment of instability for Northern Ireland

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson's arrest and resignation is a pivotal moment for the DUP, says the BBC's Chris Mason. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zZlAewJ

Ex-MP shocked to be targeted by honeytrap attempt

A former MP tells the BBC how he discovered he was the target of a "spear phishing" scam at Westminster. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C0fRPo7

Burnham launches mayoral re-election campaign

Andy Burnham asks voters to examine his track record as he seeks a third term as Greater Manchester mayor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7j2KGS4

Top judges urge UK to stop arms sales to Israel

Lawyers and academics say arms sales must end due to the 'plausible risk of genocide' in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6kcJXbT

Food price fears as Brexit import charges revealed

Fees of up £145 will be levied on imports of fish, salami, sausage, cheese and yoghurt, the government says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qxlnc0W

Labour commits to Tory childcare expansion plan

From this week, working parents with two-year-olds will be eligible for 15 hours of free childcare. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mtREH6p

Sunak calls for inquiry into Gaza aid worker deaths

But the prime minister stops short of saying arms sales to Israel should be suspended. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CdaQrhx

Mercer challenging order to give names to inquiry

The minister has refused to reveal who told him about alleged war crimes by British forces in Afghanistan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lhgt4v9

PM backs JK Rowling in row over hate crime laws

The author hit out at the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act that came into effect on Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ncmx1uh

Sunak defends rollout of free childcare hours

Rishi Sunak says it is a "positive and exciting moment" after Labour called the system a "total mess". from BBC News https://ift.tt/reiWEoh

JK Rowling in ‘arrest me’ challenge over hate crime law

The Harry Potter author described several transgender women as men in a series of social media posts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rFEeBcG

Millions get a pay rise as minimum wage increases

Above inflation wage-hikes are set to benefit 2.7 million low-paid workers and apprentices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BGa5uqp

Dowden blames Chinese groups for two cyber-attacks

The deputy PM says the UK and international partners will expose China for "ongoing patterns of hostile activity". from BBC News https://ift.tt/4A3MlEZ