'Important' step as 'Holly's Law' raised at PMQs Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 08:38 PM urged to consider campaign to lower the age a person can be seen as a victim of domestic abuse.
City minister clear to deal with China, says No 10 Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 09:28 Reynolds - who took over from Tulip Siddiq - has faced questions about potential conflicts of interest.
Cooper announces inquiries into grooming gangs Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 09:14 Plans include local investigations and a national audit of the ethnicity of victims and perpetrators.
UK's Chagos deal on hold to allow Trump review Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 15 January 2025 at 10:01 The biggest island, Diego Garcia, hosts a joint UK-US airbase which is of strategic importance.
MP calls for a referendum on devolution plans Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 06:23 Mark Francois calls for a public vote on devolution, saying it is "anti-democratic" to cancel elections.
Ian Paisley to attend Trump's inauguration Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 05:13 The former North Antrim MP will attend the official swearing-in ceremony for Donald Trump on Monday.
Borrowing costs fall after inflation surprise Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 15 January 2025 at 23:08 Investors are now betting on an interest rate cut next month from the Bank of England.
MP Mike Amesbury admits street assault Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 02:45 The 55-year-old was charged after video footage captured him punching a man to the ground.
UK economy disappoints despite return to growth Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 02:27 Official figures show the economy grew by 0.1% in November, although that was lower than had been expected.
Badenoch criticises Tory handling of Brexit Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 01:46 In her first major speech of 2025, Badenoch acknowledges the Conservatives "made mistakes".
New City minister's pro-China stance under scrutiny Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 15 January 2025 at 07:47 Emma Reynolds - who replaces Tulip Siddiq - lobbied against restrictions on Chinese businesses in a previous job.
Malaysian PM launches UK's largest brownfield development Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 15 January 2025 at 08:21 Developers hope the new town will be the most sustainable in the UK.
Borrowing costs fall after inflation surprise Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 15 January 2025 at 23:08 Investors are now betting on an interest rate cut next month from the Bank of England.
Starmer and Badenoch clash over economy at PMQs Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 15 January 2025 at 06:07 The Tory leader flagged recent market turbulence and asked whether tax rises are planned in March.
UK economy disappoints despite return to growth Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 02:13 Official figures show the economy grew by 0.1% in November, although that was lower than had been expected.
Police probe drink spiking report in Parliament bar Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 15 January 2025 at 11:10 A parliamentary researcher reported her drink had been tampered with at 6.30pm on Tuesday 7 January.
Surprise fall in inflation boosts interest rate cut hopes Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 15 January 2025 at 08:44 Inflation falls for the first time in three months, sparking expectations rates may be cut to 4.5% in February.
UK pledges support for Ukraine with 100-year pact Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 09:23 The UK leader's landmark visit to Kyiv was marked by a Russian drone attack that was intercepted.
Council shake-up sees 18 request election delays Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 15 January 2025 at 09:33 Local government minister Jim McMahon said there would be a "high bar" for postponing votes.
UK must rejoin EU customs union, says Lib Dem Davey Latest Political News and Updates from BBC 16 January 2025 at 04:27 Sir Ed also called for Donald Trump to be offered a state visit to the UK, but only if he delivered support for Ukraine.