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IrelandScotlandWalesNo evidence of 'family voting' in by-electionAn investigation into alleged "family voting" finds no evidence of intent to influence voting.1 day agoManchesterAssisted dying bill will not now become law, say both sidesThe House of Lords are continuing to debate the proposals but there is not enough time to complete all the stages in the current parliamentary session. 1 day agoPoliticsRubio says US expects to finish Iran war 'in next couple of weeks'Marco Rubio said US allies were open to helping escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has closed and threatened to charge fees for.1 day agoWorldFarage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaignReform UK leader Nigel Farage is launching his party's push to take control of more councils at a rally in Sunderland.2 days agoPoliticsOfficials to ask Mandelson to hand over personal phone messages for releaseOfficials are set to publish more documents related to his appointment as UK ambassador to the US - but have so far only had access to the peer's work phone.1 day agoPoliticsTwo hereditary peers allowed to keep ceremonial rolesThe Duke of Norfolk and Lord Carrington won the concession due to their role in organising state occasions. 2 days agoPoliticsVital paperwork for grooming gangs inquiry may be lost, say MPsAn independent inquiry into child sexual abuse by grooming gangs is about to begin its work.1 day agoPoliticsDavey defends councils raising charges and taxesCost of living is a key campaign issue for the Liberal Democrats ahead of May's local elections.Reform candidate quits Senedd election after appearing to do Nazi saluteCorey Edwards and party leader Nigel Farage suggested he had been imitating Fawlty Towers character Basil Fawlty.Speaker urged to stop Keir Starmer avoiding MPs' questionsThe public are growing tired of Sir Keir Starmer's conduct at PMQs, according to letters obtained by the BBC.Screen time for under-fives should be limited to one hour a day, parents toldNew government guidance also suggests children under-two should not be watching screens alone.Offord says he is fit to be first minister after homophobic jokeMalcolm Offord denied being homophobic after apologising for a joke he made about George Michael during a Burns Night speech.Features and analysisWhy the 7 May elections matterBBC's Chris Mason explains what's at stake in the upcoming elections across the UK.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. Council tax bills in England to rise in April - see how yours comparesIt will rise by 4.9% on average across England from next month, new figures show. 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.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?From our Political Editor Chris MasonWill 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?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?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.Reeves to set out principles on who might get energy bills support - and who won'tThe chancellor must react in real time to the economic shock of the war in Iran, writes the BBC's political editor.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.BBC InDepthAs Starmer faces war overseas, his party can't find peace at homeBritish politicians tend to stick together during dangerous moments abroad. In 2026? Not so much.Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on IranEuropean nations say they want to work better together but have differing prioritiesOne giant boys' club? Why Westminster can still feel like a man's worldThe decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg.Why China views the UK visit as part of something biggerSir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to BeijingLabour 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.Watch/ListenWill 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?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?NHS, bills and immigration: One constituency's election talking pointsSix weeks from the Holyrood election, the BBC takes the temperature in one central Scotland constituency.Reporter ReadsAs patients struggle to find NHS dentists, Labour has a plan. But will it work?Trump shares SNL UK skit poking fun at StarmerPresident Donald Trump shared a skit from SNL UK, poking fun at UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
