MSPs back tobacco ban plan for 'smoke free generation'
29 May 2025 at 13:10
MSPs back UK legislation which means it will be illegal for anyone currently aged 15 or under to ever buy cigarettes.
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Today — 29 May 2025Latest Political News and Updates from BBC
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Latest Political News and Updates from BBC
- Planning change to make installing heat pump easier for millions
Planning change to make installing heat pump easier for millions
28 May 2025 at 16:11
The rule requiring planning permission if a heat pump is within 1m of a neighbours property has been removed.
Fare dodgers chipping away at society, Jenrick says
29 May 2025 at 08:14
The shadow justice secretary filmed himself confronting fare dodgers on the London Underground.
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- Social housing complaints soar as watchdog warns of 'simmering anger'
Social housing complaints soar as watchdog warns of 'simmering anger'
29 May 2025 at 08:17
Fire safety, asbestos and mould are among the issues being raised by tenants, according to a new report.
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- Simon Jack: What does Trump tariff ruling mean for the US-UK deal?
Simon Jack: What does Trump tariff ruling mean for the US-UK deal?
29 May 2025 at 06:04
The news raises questions, but the impact on UK-US trade could be minimal
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- Drinking water shortage in decade without new reservoirs, minister says
Drinking water shortage in decade without new reservoirs, minister says
29 May 2025 at 05:12
Changes to planning laws could speed up projects, but experts warn water consumption will also need limiting.
Police drop rape case against ex-MP Crispin Blunt
29 May 2025 at 04:06
Surrey Police say there is "insufficient evidence to proceed" and no further action will be taken.
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- Social housing complaints soar as watchdog warns of 'simmering anger'
Social housing complaints soar as watchdog warns of 'simmering anger'
29 May 2025 at 01:29
Fire safety, asbestos and mould are among the issues being raised by tenants, according to a new report.
Met chief warns anti-crime pledges need funding
28 May 2025 at 03:59
Sir Mark Rowley says forces grappling with years of cuts need more money to meet the government's "ambition".
Yesterday — 28 May 2025Latest Political News and Updates from BBC
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- Government fast-tracks two new reservoirs to shore up water supply
Government fast-tracks two new reservoirs to shore up water supply
28 May 2025 at 18:49
Changes to planning laws could speed up projects, but experts warn water consumption will also need limiting.
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- Senior police raise concern over early prisoner release plans
Senior police raise concern over early prisoner release plans
28 May 2025 at 03:45
Senior officers sent a letter to the Ministry of Justice before the announcement on sentencing changes last week.
Farage would crash economy like Truss, says Starmer
29 May 2025 at 04:28
The prime minister's comments suggest he sees Reform UK as his principal political adversary.
First minister calls for end to two-child benefit cap
28 May 2025 at 08:53
Eluned Morgan says she's "very worried" about child poverty and the "damaging" benefit cap.
Reeves outlines plan for £25bn pension 'megafunds'
28 May 2025 at 16:03
The government says its overhaul of retirement savings will boost growth and pension pots.
Mayor backs report's call for cannabis law reform
28 May 2025 at 06:51
The London Drugs Commission is calling for possession of cannabis for personal use to be decriminalised.
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- The Conservative Party faces problems - is its leader one of them?
The Conservative Party faces problems - is its leader one of them?
28 May 2025 at 16:07
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has made missteps that are a ‘total disaster’ for the party, claim insiders
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- Planning change to make installing heat pump easier for millions
Planning change to make installing heat pump easier for millions
28 May 2025 at 16:11
The rule requiring planning permission if a heat pump is within 1m of a neighbours property has been removed.
Environmental rules reviewed for small housebuilders
28 May 2025 at 04:24
Ministers are considering how costs can be reduced for small firms to help them build more homes.
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- Hundreds of lawyers call for UK sanctions on Israel over Gaza war
Hundreds of lawyers call for UK sanctions on Israel over Gaza war
27 May 2025 at 10:22
Their letter warns of genocide in Gaza, and calls on the UK to take concrete actions to meet its international legal obligations.
UK turns to AI and drones for new battlefield strategy
29 May 2025 at 01:14
The strategic defence review, announced by the government last July, will be published on Monday.
