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 It is the latest heated debate in the Senedd on a Wednesday prompted by Reform MSs.
'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 its 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.
Hull MP has the Labour whip restored BBC News 21 October 2026 at 17:58 Karl Turner is back in the parliamentary party after his suspension for criticising the government.
Holocaust school lessons to be improved after 'shocking' antisemitism review BBC News 21 October 2026 at 16:24 Education Secretary Lucy Powell has stressed the importance of reminding new generations of the horrors of the Holocaust.
Jailed former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson being investigated over alleged rape inside Parliament BBC News 21 October 2026 at 15:26 While not naming the disgraced former MP, the Metropolitan Police has issued a statement confirming a 63-year-old man is being investigated.
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.
'Mindset shift' needed within government on No10 North, says deputy BBC News 21 October 2026 at 18:05 Number 10 North deputy director Duncan Parish has told a conference he is still facing "institutional barriers".
Tory MP questions government advisor's position after wife's Palestine Action post BBC News 21 October 2026 at 15:50 A Downing Street spokeswoman tells the BBC Sarah Helm "does not represent the government in any capacity".
How Jackdaw ignites row over climate and costs BBC News 21 October 2026 at 14:46 How Jackdaw ignites arguments over climate and costs
How Jackdaw ignites row over climate and costs BBC News 21 October 2026 at 17:51 The UK government approves production from Jackdaw amid intense debate about the project's environmental and economic impact.
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.
Holocaust school lessons to be improved after 'shocking' antisemitism review BBC News 21 October 2026 at 16:24 Education Secretary Lucy Powell has stressed the importance of reminding new generations of the horrors of the Holocaust.