Second Labour MP suspended over Covid loan repayments BBC News 20 October 2026 at 22:20 Perran Moon, MP for Camborne and Redruth, voluntarily referred himself for investigation.
Jane Dodds standing down as Welsh Liberal Democrats leader BBC News 20 October 2026 at 19:40 Dodds said it was time to hand over the leadership to a "new generation" after nearly nine years in the role.
'Let's move on': Albertans react to separatist movement setback BBC News 20 October 2026 at 20:31 Preliminary referendum results show that more than two-thirds of Alberta voters support remaining part of Canada, easing concerns over national unity.
Farage vows to scrap tax on armed forces reserves BBC News 20 October 2026 at 18:59 A large group of protesters turned up outside the Reform UK rally in Plymouth with Nigel Farage.
UK government expected to approve Jackdaw gas field BBC News 21 October 2026 at 05:41 The long-awaited decision about the controversial North Sea field is expected on Wednesday morning.
Burnham risks wrath of Commons Speaker for talking too much at PMQs BBC News 20 October 2026 at 13:54 The prime minister takes longer than his predecessors to respond to questions from MPs, writes Matt Chorley.
Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules BBC News 20 October 2026 at 09:55 The changes come after concerns that penalties issued by private providers are too harsh and leave motorists unfairly punished.
Jane Dodds standing down as Welsh Liberal Democrats leader BBC News 20 October 2026 at 18:42 Dodds said it was time to hand over the leadership to a "new generation" after nearly nine years in the role.
Who is Chancellor John Healey? Labour veteran who quit as defence secretary BBC News 20 October 2026 at 17:26 The softly-spoken former defence secretary is gearing up for the biggest moment of his long political career.
Government failings allowed Covid 'to spread like wildfire' in care homes, inquiry finds BBC News 20 October 2026 at 16:32 The sixth report from Covid inquiry criticises the lack of PPE and the way patients were discharged from hospital.
What is the Budget and what could be in it? BBC News 20 October 2026 at 09:31 Chancellor John Healey will set out his plans for UK taxes on 28 October.
Criminals detained in hospital set to lose benefits BBC News 20 October 2026 at 08:35 The families of the victims of Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane had been campaigning for the change.
Chris Mason: Burnham and Swinney tussle over where power lies in Scotland BBC News 16 October 2026 at 21:08 UK political debate has a distinctly Scottish feel after SNP's annual conference, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.
Labour will not have the courage to cut spending, says Badenoch BBC News 20 October 2026 at 14:22 Speaking ahead of next week's Budget, the Conservative leader says her party would make £70bn of cuts.
Burnham risks wrath of Commons Speaker for talking too much at PMQs BBC News 20 October 2026 at 13:54 The prime minister takes longer than his predecessors to respond to questions from MPs, writes Matt Chorley.
Immigration protests 'could get worse', says Badenoch BBC News 20 October 2026 at 13:01 Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch warned of immigration protests getting worse as France deals with riots across the country.
Jobless rate falls but small firms cut back hiring BBC News 20 October 2026 at 12:26 Small firms cite labour costs as a key factor in scaling back hiring, the Office for National Statistics says.
Reform leader accuses MSP of 'squatting' in seat after resignation BBC News 20 October 2026 at 10:21 Malcolm Offord says he is 'disappointed' at Amanda Bland's decision to leave the party and sit as an independent.
Troubles legacy bill is not an amnesty for soldiers - NI secretary BBC News 19 October 2026 at 19:05 Amendments to the bill are being debated by MPs, as the long-awaited legislation returns to the House of Commons.
PM says youth unemployment is a 'catastrophe and a moral failure' BBC News 19 October 2026 at 15:59 The UK faces "economic catastrophe" with one million young people not in work or training, the prime minister says.