Fahnbulleh says she backs home secretary on migration after comments to journalists BBC News 22 October 2026 at 18:54 Energy secretary says she "didn't get it right" over comments she made about a TV interview.
Faisal Islam: Inflation and borrowing figures illustrate chancellor's Budget challenge BBC News 21 October 2026 at 11:20 The economic figures released on Wednesday show the constraints for John Healey as he puts the finishing touches to his Budget.
Prepare for supply chain disruption from cyber or climate emergencies, Streeting warns BBC News 22 October 2026 at 18:46 The defence secretary says the UK needs to be ready for scenarios including impact to essential supply chains.
Tank barrel production returns to UK after 20 years BBC News 22 October 2026 at 14:45 The defence secretary says the UK is "back in the business of making weapons" for its armed forces.
Tougher punishments for criminals who refuse to attend sentencing backed by victim's family BBC News 22 October 2026 at 10:28 The aunt of Zara Aleena says the new powers for judges will "rebalance the power" from offender to victim.
Burnham defends Jackdaw decision as Badenoch urges PM to overturn ban on new oil and gas licences BBC News 21 October 2026 at 16:36 The UK government says the field, which is opposed by environmental campaigners, could be producing gas by the end of this month.
UK plans emergency powers to protect undersea cables BBC News 22 October 2026 at 16:56 Ministers are set to gain powers over telecoms companies during national security emergencies.
Council vows support for 'Toxic Town' public inquiry BBC News 22 October 2026 at 16:35 Martin Griffiths, Reform-UK Leader of North Northants Council, says: "We have nothing to hide."
Four London councils challenge funding reforms BBC News 22 October 2026 at 16:35 Three Tory and one Liberal Democrat-led councils are officially challenging government funding changes.
Inflation and government borrowing highest for a year ahead of next week's Budget BBC News 21 October 2026 at 11:16 Inflation accelerated to 3.5% from 3.1% in the year to September, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Police should not be scared to wade in to stop wrongdoing, says Badenoch BBC News 22 October 2026 at 15:55 The Tory leader calls for more support for police officers and the public when they step in to help.
Ten councillors quit after leader's fraud conviction BBC News 22 October 2026 at 12:25 Jason Zadrozny was found guilty of defrauding the county council out of thousands of pounds.
Angry scenes and protests at Senedd as Reform call for ban on Muslim face coverings BBC News 21 October 2026 at 22:45 Members of Reform called for Muslim religious face coverings, such as the burka, to be banned.
'500 new vulnerabilities' found in government, says AI minister BBC News 22 October 2026 at 11:08 '500 new vulnerabilities' found in government, says AI minister
MI5 spied on NHS founder Nye Bevan for more than 20 years, newly released files show BBC News 22 October 2026 at 10:35 He came to Security Service's attention in the 1930s when he was considered a left-wing firebrand.
Tougher punishments for criminals who refuse to attend sentencing backed by victim's family BBC News 22 October 2026 at 10:28 The aunt of Zara Aleena says the new powers for judges will "rebalance the power" from offender to victim.
UK's gaps in Arctic defence leave it open to Russian attacks, committee warns BBC News 22 October 2026 at 03:09 A report by MPs urges the UK to address capability gaps including a lack of Royal Navy warships and submarines, as Russia seeks to dominate the region.
The 'trillion pound' oil fund the government believes Britain could have built BBC News 22 October 2026 at 00:27 For the first time, the Treasury calculates how much the UK could have raised by investing North Sea proceeds.
Angry scenes and protests at Senedd as Reform call for ban on Muslim face coverings BBC News 21 October 2026 at 22:45 It is the latest heated debate in the Senedd on a Wednesday prompted by Reform MSs.
Burnham proposes plan to cut standing charges from gas bills BBC News 21 October 2026 at 18:06 The prime minister provided little detail, and there are questions over shifting the fees onto unit costs.