Closing bars could risk MPs' safety, says minister
Commons leader Lucy Powell says she is open to debate about bars in Parliament but they serve a purpose.
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Offshore wind firms told WWII bomb disposals must be less noisy
The government says the industry must find ways to clear the explosives without disrupting marine life.
Tensions over how Southport details went public
Questions continue over why UK authorities did not publish key details about Axel Rudakubana earlier than they did.
UK warns Putin after Russian spy ship returns to British waters
John Healey says the vessel is used to gather intelligence and map the UK's underwater infrastrcuture.
Schools bill is an act of vandalism, says Kemi Badenoch
The Tory leader accuses PM of "vandalism" but Sir Keir says the Schools Bill will protect vulnerable children.
Benefit cheats could be stripped of driving licences
A proposed new law will also give ministers greater powers to request bank account information.
Don't expand terrorist label, says former anti-terror chief
The ex-Met Assistant Commissioner warns some violent individuals would "revel" in being called terrorists.
Reeves optimistic despite surprise rise in UK borrowing
Borrowing - the difference between spending and tax revenue - hit its highest December level for four years.
Offshore wind firms told WWII bomb disposals must be less noisy
The government says the industry must find ways to clear the explosives without disrupting marine life.
'Terrorism has changed', says PM on Southport attacks
The prime minister says the UK faces a "new and dangerous threat" from extreme violence.
Tougher checks on knife sales fast-tracked after Southport attack
Online buyers will be asked to submit an ID document and record a live video to prove their age under government plans.
'I want to make fertility treatment consistent'
Katie says she wants to make treatments to be made available consistently across the country.
PM urged to close online child sex abuse loopholes
The Internet Watch Foundation revealed 2024 was the worst year on record for online child sexual abuse imagery.
Government ousts UK competition watchdog chair
Marcus Bokkerink is leaving as the government signals it is serious about growth, the BBC understands.
Heathrow and Gatwick airport could expand under plans
Airports across the UK could expand as part of the government's drive for economic growth.
Call for more women footballers on birthday cards
A lack of cards featuring female players undermines efforts to promote women's sport, says a group of MPs.
'Dress smartly', Speaker tells assembly members
Stormont Speaker Edwin Poots said MLAs had a "very loose interpretation of smart".
Can opposites Trump and Starmer find common ground?
The prime minister and the new president of the United States are rather different characters.
PM will meet Trump within weeks, Lammy suggests
Sir Keir Starmer congratulates Donald Trump ahead of the US presidential inauguration.
Brexit fishing row heads for trade court showdown
The UK has banned European vessels from catching the silvery fish species in its North Sea waters but the EU is challenging the move.
