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 | UK and allies discuss sanctions to stop Iran blocking Strait of Hormuz Yvette Cooper said coordinated diplomatic and economic measures are required to reopen the shipping lane. Source: © BBC News |
 | Reform housing spokesman sacked over Grenfell remarks A group representing the bereaved of Grenfell call Simon Dudley's comments "ignorant and callous". Source: © BBC News |
 | Davey calls for emergency cuts to fuel duty and rail fares The Liberal Democrat leader says his transport support package would ease the impacts of the war in Iran. Source: © BBC News |
 | Reform UK pledges to cut welfare to keep pensions triple lock Leader Nigel Farage said the party had reached a "settled position" on the triple lock after debating scrapping it. Source: © BBC News |
 | Swinney softens stance on North Sea drilling as oil prices soar The first minister said energy security should be a primary concern when making decisions on oil and gas projects. Source: © BBC News |
 | Lecturer who called Israel a terrorist state to remain Plaid Cymru candidate Plaid Cymru says that a university lecturer who called Israel a "terrorist state" will remain a candidate. Source: © BBC News |
 | Rachel Reeves says she's angry at Trump's decision to launch war with Iran The chancellor says the US president does not have a "clear plan" to exit the conflict. Source: © BBC News |
 | UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war, Starmer says It comes as UK-US relations have been strained by the PM's refusal to be dragged further into the Iran war. Source: © BBC News |
 | Analysis: Starmer holds off from emergency measures but warns storm is coming The prime minister used a Downing Street news conference to make three big calls on the Iran war and cost of living pressures. Source: © BBC News |
 | Doctors lose new jobs package as strike to go ahead The offer of 1,000 more training posts has been withdrawn after the union refused to scrap the planned six-day strike. Source: © BBC News |
 | Tories pledge to scrap carbon taxes on industry Kemi Badenoch says carbon taxes have made doing business in Britain "much, much harder than it needs to be". Source: © BBC News |
 | Rising costs are changing shopping habits in one of Wales' poorest areas Shoppers are paying in cash to keep finances in check, not buying in bulk, and investing in higher-value items. Source: © BBC News |
 | New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and get refunds Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said. Source: © BBC News |
 | Navy investigated links between nuclear sub commander and MP No disciplinary action was taken over the allegations of an inappropriate relationship with Scottish MP Joani Reid. Source: © BBC News |
 | CPS giving 'investigative advice' to police over Andrew and Mandelson probes Police are carrying out inquiries into Lord Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Source: © BBC News |
 | Labour suspends outspoken backbench MP Karl Turner The Hull East MP says he was suspended because of his "robust" criticism of the government's policy on jury trials. Source: © BBC News |
 | UK and France extend talks over new small boats deal A three-year deal to pay for more French patrols to intercept smuggling gangs was due to expire at midnight. Source: © BBC News |
 | Energy bill help would be based on household income, Reeves says The chancellor tells the BBC it is "too early" to say exactly who would get help but hinted any support would not arrive until the autumn. Source: © BBC News |
 | Minimum wage rises to £12.71 an hour as firms warn of impact Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers. Source: © BBC News |
 | SNP candidate ditched over handling of Linden complaints Tracy Carragher was a deputy council leader when it was reported that her former colleague had made unwanted advances towards a teenager. Source: © BBC News |
 | More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces The UK government announces further air defence systems will be sent to countries in the region along with troops to operate them. Source: © BBC News |
 | King's state visit to US to go ahead in April, but no Harry meeting Despite political tensions between the US and UK, the King will travel to Washington next month. Source: © BBC News |
 | Reform UK vows to scrap tax for short-haul family flights The party says the move would "lighten the load" on families amid wider pressures on living costs. Source: © BBC News |
 | Three Reform candidates quit in one Welsh constituency It is unclear who is standing for Reform in the constituency for the Vale of Glamorgan and Bridgend. Source: © BBC News |
 | Green candidate replaced by rival who complained about him Guy Ingerson was due to top the North East list for the party until he was dropped due to an unresolved complaint. Source: © BBC News |
 | Government to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules The Home Office says updated guidance will end the policing of "everyday arguments" online. Source: © BBC News |
 | New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready Weekly food waste collections are required for all English homes as new legislation takes effect. Source: © BBC News |
 | Why the benefit used by more than 8 million people may not be fit for the future Can Universal Credit and the work and benefits system more generally reshape itself to meet a new reality? Source: © BBC News |
 | Is there an election in my area? Elections are taking place across the country in May. Use our postcode lookup to find out if there are elections where you live. Source: © BBC News |
 | What could six fictional voters teach us about how social media really works? On the run-up to a landmark election, we look at what Welsh voters could be seeing on social media. Source: © BBC News |
 | Council tax bills in England to rise in April - see how yours compares It will rise by 4.9% on average across England from next month, new figures show. Source: © BBC News |
 | Why the 7 May elections matter BBC's Chris Mason explains what's at stake in the upcoming elections across the UK. Source: © BBC News |
 | Chris Mason: How will the UK respond to US court ruling on social media? Will the decision of a Los Angeles jury have an impact on the UK government as it considers potential future regulations on social media, writes the BBC's political editor. Source: © BBC News |
 | Health, education, tax and more - Has the SNP delivered on its promises at Holyrood? As parties draw up their election manifestos, has the SNP ticked off the goals it set out in 2021? Source: © BBC News |
 | Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters? Source: © BBC News |
 | Faisal Islam: Iran war is having a dramatic effect on the UK economy The knock-on effects of the war in the Gulf go beyond a hold on interest rates and are set to reverberate for months. Source: © BBC News |
 | Analysis: Is government going wobbly on its migration plans? Chris Mason asks if the UK government will stick to its big immigration shake-up or water it down. Source: © BBC News |
 | Analysis: Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculation The ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to. Source: © BBC News |
 | A simple guide to the May elections in England, Scotland and Wales Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England. Source: © BBC News |
 | Minimum wage: Who is getting a pay rise and how much is it? Increases in the National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage mean 2.7 million workers will be paid more from April. Source: © BBC News |
 | Irish PM dodges potential St Patrick's Day bruises at Trump meeting BBC News NI political editor Enda McClafferty looks at how Micheál Martin fared against Donald Trump during their St Patrick's Day meeting. Source: © BBC News |
 | How could assisted dying laws change in England and Wales? MSPs rejected legalising assisted dying in Scotland, but a separate bill is being considered in England and Wales. Source: © BBC News |
 | Wary allies show there's no quick fix to Trump's Iran crisis European leaders are hesitant to help Trump secure the Strait of Hormuz, but they know inaction on the Iran war is not really an option. Source: © BBC News |
 | Dharshini David: Economy on shaky ground even before Iran war The government's hopes that 2026 would be the year when growth picks up are at risk of being scuppered. Source: © BBC News |
 | Churchill's granddaughter happy with his picture being replaced on £5 note Emma Soames rejected Nigel Farage's statement that the currency change was "wokery". Source: © BBC News |
 | Who is Peter Mandelson? A key Labour figure for decades, Lord Mandelson faces renewed scrutiny over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Source: © BBC News |
 | Will the UK ban social media for under 16s? As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules? Source: © BBC News |
| How will the UK respond to US court verdict on social media? Will the decision of a Los Angeles jury have an impact on the UK government as it considers potential future regulations on social media, writes the BBC's political editor. Source: © BBC News |
 | Reeves to set out principles on who might get energy bills support - and who won't The chancellor must react in real time to the economic shock of the war in Iran, writes the BBC's political editor. Source: © BBC News |
 | Is Angela Rayner making a move to be prime minister? Angela Rayner's speech has reignited speculation that she is preparing to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the top job. Source: © BBC News |
| Angela Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculation The ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to. Source: © BBC News |
 | As Starmer faces war overseas, his party can't find peace at home British politicians tend to stick together during dangerous moments abroad. In 2026? Not so much. Source: © BBC News |
 | Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran European nations say they want to work better together but have differing priorities Source: © BBC News |
 | One giant boys' club? Why Westminster can still feel like a man's world The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg. Source: © BBC News |
 | Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing Source: © BBC News |
 | Labour wants to shake up the police - but will that solve 'everyday crime epidemic'? The home secretary is promising the biggest policing reform in centuries, but she faces a fight, writes Laura Kuenssberg. Source: © BBC News |
 | Welsh Labour manifesto explained in under 60 seconds BBC Wales political editor Gareth Lewis explains Welsh Labour's pledges for the Senedd election in May. Source: © BBC News |
 | Will the UK ban social media for under 16s? As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules? Source: © BBC News |
| Will the UK ban social media for under 16s? As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules? Source: © BBC News |
 | NHS, bills and immigration: One constituency's election talking points Six weeks from the Holyrood election, the BBC takes the temperature in one central Scotland constituency. Source: © BBC News |
 | Reporter Reads As patients struggle to find NHS dentists, Labour has a plan. But will it work? Source: © BBC News |