What has been driving the rise in disability benefit claims? Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 30 June 2025 at 09:58 The government has confirmed details of its scaled-back plan to reform some benefits.
Labour MPs press Kendall on rollout of benefit changes Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 30 June 2025 at 12:05 The government was forced into concessions on its welfare plan following a backlash among its own MPs.
Parental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewed Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 1 July 2025 at 00:59 Campaigners say the UK's system has been "overlooked for years", and investing in it is a "no-brainer".
Covid inquiry hears of care home 'slaughter' Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 30 June 2025 at 08:55 Relatives of care home residents tell the Covid inquiry they will never get over how their loved ones died.
Public invited to decide how MPs' pay should be set Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 30 June 2025 at 10:07 Parliament's expenses watchdog wants around twenty people to take part in a review on MP salaries.
Starmer criticises 'appalling' Bob Vylan IDF chants Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 30 June 2025 at 00:52 The prime minister describes the punk duo's Glastonbury chants calling for death to Israel's military as "hate speech".
MP asks Lotus to give clarity to 1,300 workers Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 30 June 2025 at 06:26 Ben Goldsborough says he met with Geely on Monday and emphasised the need for "openness".
MP refers himself to commissioner over 'cash for questions' claims Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 29 June 2025 at 04:05 Leaked emails purport to show George Freeman asking a firm that employed him what questions he should ask ministers.
Welfare U-turn means we are in 'better position', says Streeting Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 29 June 2025 at 07:18 Health Secretary Wes Streeting said MPs raised "substantial" concerns over planned cuts to disability benefits.
Make healthy food more appealing, government tells supermarkets Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 29 June 2025 at 06:42 Supermarkets will be challenged to sell healthier food, under a new government obesity plan.
Starmer says fixing welfare is a 'moral imperative' Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 28 June 2025 at 14:05 The prime minister described the benefits system as "broken" a day after he was forced to U-turn on plans for reforms.
Plans to help benefits recipients into work 'a mess', say DWP officials Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 27 June 2025 at 10:03 Plans to help those affected by benefits cuts into work are not "properly considered", officials tell the BBC.
We've got the right balance, says PM after benefits U-turn Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 27 June 2025 at 10:10 The prime minister has made concessions on his welfare bill after an angry response from 120 of his own MPs.
'Disgusting' to say UK has two-tier justice system, attorney general tells BBC Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 26 June 2025 at 22:18 Lord Hermer told the BBC that politicians using the phrase needed to think about the "dangers" they were posing to Britain's "essential institutions".
Starmer says he regrets using 'island of strangers' phrase Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 27 June 2025 at 06:53 The PM says he "had no idea" the language echoed Enoch Powell's 1968 speech about immigration.
Labour didn't do enough thinking, ex-top official says Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 26 June 2025 at 22:18 Simon Case says ministers "weren't good enough at communicating" in the early days of the Labour government.
Foreign Office faces inquiry over Harry Dunn case Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 26 June 2025 at 02:17 The woman driving the car that hit the 19-year-old's bike left the UK under diplomatic immunity laws.
Council boss quits, leaving 18-year-old in charge Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 26 June 2025 at 06:16 Rob Howard leaves his position as leader of Warwickshire County Council, citing health concerns.
UK to buy nuclear-capable F-35A fighter jets Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 25 June 2025 at 06:22 Downing Street says the move is "the biggest strengthening of the UK's nuclear posture in a generation".
Give public a say on prison sentences, says Reform UK Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 25 June 2025 at 09:43 The party's deputy leader Richard Tice says members of the public should have a say on whether sentences are too harsh or lenient.