The defence ministry said the factories will support up to 7,000 UK-built long-range weapons. from BBC News https://i…

With the NHS and defence getting more funding, cuts to other areas are inevitable, the influential think tank says. f…

But a source says the defence secretary is voicing an opinion, not announcing a new commitment. from BBC News https:/…

The Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle joins protests at the lack of knighthoods for rugby league players. from BBC News https…

Darren Jones says the pension top-up should only be "targeted to those that need it the most". from BBC New…

The party would be the UK's first to accept the cryptocurrency as regulation discussion continues. from BBC News …

The Tory leader says the PM and Reform UK are in a "race to the bottom" to scrap the child benefit cap. fro…

MSPs back UK legislation which means it will be illegal for anyone currently aged 15 or under to ever buy cigarettes. …

The government says its overhaul of retirement savings will boost growth and pension pots. from BBC News https://ift.…

The strategic defence review, announced by the government last July, will be published on Monday. from BBC News https…

The rule requiring planning permission if a heat pump is within 1m of a neighbours property has been removed. from BB…

The London Drugs Commission is calling for possession of cannabis for personal use to be decriminalised. from BBC New…

Their letter warns of genocide in Gaza, and calls on the UK to take concrete actions to meet its international legal ob…

In what amounts to a direct plea to the chancellor, Sir Mark Rowley says the police are "overstretched". fr…

Ministers are considering how costs can be reduced for small firms to help them build more homes. from BBC News https…

The first minister has urged Facebook's parent company Meta to remove the "unacceptable" video. from BB…

'The Roaring Lion' - one of the 20th century's most iconic images - was stolen from a hotel in Ottawa. fr…

Resident doctors unhappy with 5.4% pay rise with union warning strikes in England could return. from BBC News https:/…

The UK paused processing of Syrian claims five months ago, following the fall of President Assad. from BBC News https…

The first service under new public ownership will be partially operated by a rail replacement bus. from BBC News http…

The former PM's wife says the family is "totally smitten" by their daughter, Poppy. from BBC News https…

As the chancellor prepares to set government budgets for future years, who are likely winners and losers? from BBC Ne…

Some MPs are calling on the chancellor to raise taxes on the wealthy instead of cutting welfare. from BBC News https:…

Lancashire's new councillors start their jobs, after the party's big wins in this month's local elections. …

Sir Keir Starmer's migration plans will damage Wales, First Minister Eluned Morgan says. from BBC News https://if…

The UK, France and Canada condemned the expanded Israeli military operation in Gaza this week. from BBC News https://…

Arooj Shah says she just wants to "crack on" with working hard for the people of Oldham. from BBC News http…

A deal to hand Mauritius the Chagos Islands and lease back a key military base has been months in the making. from BB…

A year on from the election, the government needs to demonstrate delivery to claw back some popularity. from BBC News…

New figures are expected to show a fall in net migration. But still, Labour will struggle to soothe public concern, wri…

The US and UK will maintain a key military base on the island for 99 years, under the multi-billion pound deal. from …

Stoke-on-Trent South MP Allison Gardner says at one point she considered having her bladder removed. from BBC News ht…

The PM sounded genuinely angry at Israel's aid blockade and expanded Gaza offensive, writes diplomatic corresponden…

The government says it has launched 81 criminal investigations for alleged breaches of environmental law. from BBC Ne…

The decision has been condemned by trans rights advocates and by gender critical activists. from BBC News https://ift…

MPs have already overturned calls for more copyright protection for artists against AI once before. from BBC News htt…

A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London. from BBC New…

The two sides have struck a new post-Brexit deal but this so-called 'reset' of the relationship is just the beg…

A new deal setting out post-Brexit relations on areas including fishing rights, trade and defence has been reached. f…

The BBC investigates one of the most damaging ranswomare attacks on a UK local council. from BBC News https://ift.tt/…

Expect talk of haggling, fish, cash and courts as the summit risks inflaming old Brexit rows. from BBC News https://i…

Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood is said to want to expand unpaid work, which she believes to be too lenient. from B…

Two prominent figures have set out plans to use Nigel Farage's party to push their own 'pro-white' agenda. …

Defence deals, fishing rights and closer economic ties among the talking points at Downing Street. from BBC News http…

Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce a broad agreement on the issue at a summit on Monday. from BBC News https://…

Keir Starmer chose a curious location to talk up his plan for hubs to host failed asylum seekers. from BBC News https…

The 21-year-old man has been charged with three counts of arson with intent to endanger life. from BBC News https://i…

The economy grew 0.7% between January and March, before UK and US tax rises were brought in during April. from BBC Ne…

The anti-poverty strategy has been a a requirement since the St Andrews Agreement in 2006. from BBC News https://ift.…

A ban was introduced last year - but the law has now been changed to help cash-strapped publishers raise funding. fro…

MPs say new laws and "deep-rooted cultural change" are needed at the Department for Work and Pensions. from…

The government is aiming to cut roles in London by 12,000 and close 11 offices in the capital. from BBC News https://…

The technology's success sorting comments on cosmetic surgery paves the way for its wider use, the government says.…

MSPs have been debating proposals to allow terminally-ill adults to seek medical help to end their lives. from BBC Ne…

Three companies have made combined profits of £383m since 2019, according to the National Audit Office. from BBC News…

Police arrest a 21-year-old man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after fires at homes linked to the p…

The PM knows cutting immigration is crucial to his credibility, political editor Chris Mason writes. from BBC News ht…

The government has outlined plans to "significantly" cut immigration - what are the challenges it faces? fr…

Up to 50,000 fewer lower-skilled workers will come to the UK under new measures aimed at tackling net migration, the ho…

Green Party co-leader Adrian Ramsay and MP Ellie Chowns join forces in a bid for the leadership. from BBC News https:…

While the focus is on legal immigration, it is expected that ministers will discuss illegal immigration. from BBC New…

Sir Keir Starmer promises new migration rules will "create a system that is controlled, selective and fair". …

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper says the government will change the rules this year to "prevent the care work visa be…

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is set to release her White Paper called "Restoring Control Over the Immigration Syst…

The first mayor of London was elected in May 2000 - we mark 25 years with these memorable images. from BBC News https…

Global leaders urge Russia to agree to an unconditional 30-day ceasefire from Monday, warning of further sanctions if i…

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is preparing to unveil an immigration white paper. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VmNT3j0 …

A probation service union says a sentencing review may have no impact without extra funding. from BBC News https://if…

The prime minister will join world leaders as they vow to "ratchet up pressure on Russia's war machine". …

Andrew Bailey told the BBC that as a public official he did not take a view on Brexit, but that reversing the post Brex…

It will leave a 10% import tax on most goods shipped from the UK to the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2QIvkPg via…

Labour MP Clive Betts warns the UK border system will "continue to fail" without proper exit checks. from B…

Two Lancashire Labour MPs condemn a post on a newly elected councillor's Facebook page. from BBC News https://ift…

The prisons minister tells the BBC more criminals could be tagged in future, rather than sent to prison. from BBC New…

A number of Labour MPs say they will vote against the government's proposed welfare reforms. from BBC News https:…

The home secretary will include Churchill's statue in new law trying to stop war memorial vandalism. from BBC New…

The trade deal gives a tax break to Indian professionals, which critics say undercuts UK businesses. from BBC News ht…

The Department of Health and Social Care said it is the biggest public investment in facilities in England in five year…

Blackpool South MP Chris Webb raised concerns that Lancashire's flag would be banned from being flown. from BBC N…

It comes as moviemakers worry the UK's thriving film industry could be hit by the new tariff threat. from BBC New…

The report says failure to fix England's social care system carries an unknown human and financial cost. from BBC…

The first minister will set out his programme for government this week, with a focus on steadying the ship. from BBC …

Jason Smithers says the Conservatives need a new face at the top after "terrible" election results. from BB…

It suggests the party was particularly popular among those who voted for Brexit in 2016 and for Boris Johnson in 2019. …

Leader of the Commons Lucy Powell has sought to clarify comments she made in "the heat of" a radio debate. …

For the first time the party has won control of local councils, as well as two mayoralties. from BBC News https://ift…

Senior Reform figures believe the primary driving motivation behind their surge is betrayal. from BBC News https://if…

Nigel Farage's party gains its first foothold in local government after seizing hundreds of seats. from BBC News …

Estimate included in official review of costs and impact of passing assisted dying law in England and Wales. from BBC…

The first tally put Nigel Farage's party ahead by a tiny margin, party officials tell the BBC. from BBC News http…

Campaigners say the move will “rip the heart out of any moves to improve maternity safety”. from BBC News https://ift…

BBC News is on on hand to keep you up-to-date with the latest developments across all platforms. from BBC News https:…

The poll was prompted after the incumbent MP was sentenced for assaulting a constituent. from BBC News https://ift.tt…

The Metropolitan Police say there are 'grounds for further investigation' into the videos. from BBC News http…

The talks on Thursday will see conciliation service Acas included in negotiations for the first time. from BBC News h…