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MP fears abuse of politicians is 'becoming normal'

Robbie Moore says he has had extra protection installed at his home due to threats made against him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2u3zm7B

Tories unveil yellow cards for leadership race

The six leadership candidates will get a warning and public dressing down if they personally attack rivals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xg09q5u

UK nationals urged to leave Lebanon over war risk

Foreign Secretary David Lammy says 16,000 British nationals risk "becoming trapped in a warzone". from BBC News https://ift.tt/kmbu86r

Wrongly convicted postmasters set for immediate £200k

New scheme offers immediate redress to those impaced by the Post Office scandal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KVqCtTc

Border zone to be expanded ahead of new EU rules

The port plans to change the location of passport control for passengers arriving to board ferries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/li6Y3Bv

Politics to roar back at Westminster in blame game over funding

Expect a pretty noisy argument when the new chancellor addresses the House of Commons, the BBC's Chris Mason writes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GB47eW0

Stride announces Conservative leadership bid

The former work and pensions secretary becomes the fourth person to join the race to replace Rishi Sunak. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o19guHi

Badenoch accuses rival campaign of dirty tricks

The potential Tory leadership contender says "dishonest" and damaging claims are being spread about her. from BBC News https://ift.tt/csACUE1

Assisted dying bill introduced in Parliament

Former Justice Secretary Lord Falconer's bill would allow terminally ill adults to end their lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i1aucJ9

Government delays university free-speech fines

Powers for universities to be fined for failing to uphold freedom of speech have been put on hold. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qHbWtjy

Ex-minister brands Post Office cases 'corrupt'

Management culture was "insensitive and dismissive to the point of abject rudeness", Greg Clark says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rf1KIFG

Who could replace Rishi Sunak as party leader?

The Conservatives have to choose a new leader to replace former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bvNHtpV

Eluned Morgan to become first minister in August

Politicians will be allowed to vote from abroad to confirm Welsh Labour leader in top job. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GjSvBgr

What's next for Jacob Rees-Mogg after election loss?

His name now sits with big name Tories who lost their seats in the election on July 4. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sbGi6jo

Conservatives plan to name new leader in November

A new Tory leader will be announced by 2 November under plans set out by the 1922 committee. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x7LFmbH

Lammy aims to reset UK-India ties with early trip

The foreign secretary wants to boost relations amid instability among American and European allies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OkMU1mf

Conservatives plan to name new leader in November

A new Tory leader will be announced by 2 November under plans set out by the 1922 committee. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x7LFmbH

David Lammy arrives in India for trade talks

Britain's foreign secretary wants to secure a free trade agreement with India, among other things. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t4hNj1C

Former PM Lord Wilson sold papers to help fund his care

The two-time prime minister agreed to sell his entire archive to fund his care towards the end of his life. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lEPG5bX

Fewer HS2 seats could force passengers not to travel

A report by the spending watchdog says new HS2 trains will have less space than existing services. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WhJl78L

Eluned Morgan likely to be Wales' first female FM

She is expected to become Welsh Labour leader unopposed after most of party's Senedd group backed her. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bW28lRy

Labour must deliver or risk populist rise, say cabinet ministers

Rachel Reeves, David Lammy and Wes Streeting say Labour must restore faith in mainstream politics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vOaHwhL

Conservatives plan to name new leader in November

A new Tory leader will be announced by 2 November under plans set out by the 1922 committee. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wQX40Ar

Inside Labour's first fortnight in power

Laura Kuenssberg follows the story of Labour's first days in office with three key ministers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6KQ2yTF

Inside Labour's first fortnight in power

Laura Kuenssberg follows the story of Labour's first days in office with three key ministers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6KQ2yTF

UK to resume funding to UN Gaza aid agency

The UK was among nations to halt funding after Israel alleged UNWRA staff took part in the Hamas attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7aOsrfL

Reeves hints at above-inflation public sector pay rise

The chancellor says not settling the matter quickly would incur other costs to the wider economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T2IUP9G

Gething rival backs health secretary for next FM

Eluned Morgan attracts the support of Jeremy Miles, who competed in the last leadership contest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fFJ7Czu

UK government debt highest since 1962

Debt has exceeded the highs reached during the coronavirus pandemic for the first time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TIvh9Kb

Halt 'dangerous' disability benefit changes, charities say

The new government has not said whether it supports Tory-era plans to overhaul Personal Independence Payments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kA0pNXt

Postmasters had fingers in the till, minister told

Jo Swinson claims Paula Vennells told her "clearly some of them are actually just at it." from BBC News https://ift.tt/gU2uaNn

Keir Starmer pledges growth but warns of 'no quick fix'

There are measures to nationalise rail operators and speed up house building in Labour's first legislative programme since returning to power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yP1ck5Z

My victory was never accepted, Gething says

In first interview since he was forced out Vaughan Gething says opponents never accepted him as leader. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UJL0yhc

King's Speech summary: Key points at a glance

Summary of the government's plans for the coming months which have been set out by the King in a speech to Parliament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DZSBYKW

What is the King's Speech and why is it important?

Charles delivered the King's Speech as part of the State Opening of Parliament on 17 July 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uUF342O

Woman denies assault after Farage milkshake attack

The Reform UK leader was showered in drink while launching his general election campaign last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uLakJv5

Spiking to be made specific offence in King's Speech

The government is set to introduce a new law to make spiking a specific criminal offence in this week's King's Speech. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fSF5z3g

UK politicians react with shock to attack on Trump

UK politicians have reacted with shock to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ExZz3B5

MPs' safety 'keeps me awake at night,' says Speaker

Sir Lindsay Hoyle says he has "never seen anything as bad" as the level of threats against MPs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FSstkfZ

What next for MPs who lost their jobs? - ‘I'm not sure what to do’

The challenges facing former MPs as they move on from a £91,000 salary and life in the public eye. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nlG4ASt

Thousands of prisoners to be released in September

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood warns of a "total breakdown of law and order" unless action is taken. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OVRWp7C

UK politicians react with shock to attack on Trump

UK politicians have reacted with shock to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RaFi16B

Election abuse may have been coordinated - adviser

Yvette Cooper has been urged to set up a short inquiry to investigate the ‘dark underbelly’ of abuse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dawj6ru

Labour won back working class vote, says McFadden

The Labour Party has won back working class voters despite the challenge from Reform, according to Pat McFadden. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MYScxUB

Pressure growing to scrap two-child benefit limit

Labour MPs and opposition parties say the cap is increasing child poverty, ahead of next week's King's Speech. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oVCczBH

UK-US relations 'strong' says PM as he meets Biden

The UK PM says his talks with the US president were a chance to "recommit" to Nato and the "special relationship". from BBC News https://ift.tt/fNBjEeD

Lord Prescott removed from House of Lords

It marks the end of a parliamentary career stretching back more than half a century. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XyebIOB

PM says defence spending commitment 'cast iron'

He is travelling to Washington for a Nato summit where he will meet President Biden for the first time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z9bGApJ

Braverman in spat with Badenoch over 'breakdown' jibe

A public row flares up between two potential Conservative leadership contenders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3ZKIawx

Sunak names new top team as Lord Cameron resigns

The interim shadow cabinet features some new names after 12 former cabinet ministers lost their seats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Va8ZBsm

Candidate faced campaign 'intimidation and racism'

Jovan Owusu-Nepaul says his experiences while campaigning "put a fire in my belly". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ml16jGI

Education secretary begins push to recruit 6,500 new teachers

The new education secretary says she is writing to education workforces as her "first priority". from BBC News https://ift.tt/O9hG6bQ

Children’s choir gets surprise audience with new PM

Pupils set to perform for King Charles were rehearsing when Keir Starmer stopped to listen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YzBjMRo

Sunak names new top team as Lord Cameron resigns

The interim shadow cabinet features some new names after 12 former cabinet ministers lost their seats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V71gzbq

Mayor calls on PM for Northern Powerhouse commitment

The Greater Manchester mayor calls on the government to support plans for a new railway to Liverpool. from BBC News https://ift.tt/537icWd

Who's in Keir Starmer's new cabinet?

Prime Minister Keir Starmer appoints Labour MPs to cabinet positions after landslide election victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9jX2vRi

Inside Keir Starmer's preparations for power

The new PM and his team face the huge responsibility that comes with being in power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fw8D4cp

Junior doctors pay talks to start next week - Streeting

The new health secretary has said he spoke to the British Medical Association on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1cHnX6P

Starmer vows to serve whole UK as new Labour PM

The Labour leader pledges to return politics to "public service" after his party's landslide win. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CYphNdb

The big winners and losers on election night

From ousted ministers to insurgent smaller parties, here is who is commiserating and who is celebrating. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w0h5Rva

Live coverage of general election results around the UK

Follow the BBC's live coverage of election rescults around the UK and local areas of England. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6IbUoQ1

Ros Atkins: Why are there so many independent candidates?

The BBC's analysis editor looks at what the number of independent candidates at the general election reveals about our political system. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9J17M0S

What the main parties are saying about disability

With 16 million disabled people in the UK, what are the main political parties offering? from BBC News https://ift.tt/D8mk5Be

Lib Dems dive head-first into final week of campaign

Sir Ed Davey bungee jumps in a bid to encourage voters to "take the plunge" and vote Lib Dem. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uq2odnv

Parties stress core messages as election nears

As polling day approaches the leaders have been travelling the country in a bid to win votes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qx5rRmS

These seats have voted Tory for decades. That might be about to change

Can other parties really win seats that have mainly voted for the Conservatives for decades? from BBC News https://ift.tt/tOUYdSR

SNP would work with Labour to boost migration to Scotland

SNP leader John Swinney says a UK-wide approach will not address Scotland's skills shortages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jhCfnrO

Tory candidate was trustee of church that ‘endorsed’ conversion therapy

A report finds St Thomas Philadelphia church in Sheffield had "supported" conversion therapy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ke7F9BZ

How does the UK's voting system affect smaller parties?

How does the first-past-the-post system work, and what are its pros and cons? from BBC News https://ift.tt/lQmfyNw

How to rewatch the BBC general election debates

The party leaders have answered questions from the public and been interviewed on Panorama. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mujDetF