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BBC Politics2 May 2026

Chris Mason: PM seeks to draw contrast with critics within his party and beyond

In his interview with the Today Programme, Sir Keir Starmer addressed the whirlwind of recent events, from wars to rising antisemitism.

Defence
BBC Politics2 May 2026

Chris Mason: PM seeks to draw contrast with critics within his party and beyond

In his interview with the Today Programme, Sir Keir Starmer addressed the whirlwind of recent events, from wars to rising antisemitism.

Defence
BBC Politics30 Apr 2026

UK should not keep changing prime ministers, warns John Major

The former Tory PM tells the BBC political leaders are letting young people down by failing tackle long-term problems.

PoliticsDefence
BBC Politics30 Apr 2026

UK should not keep changing prime ministers, warns John Major

The former Tory PM tells the BBC political leaders are letting young people down by failing to tackle long-term problems.

PoliticsDefence
BBC Politics29 Apr 2026

Interest rates expected to be held as uncertainty over Iran war continues

Future base rate changes are hard to predict as analysts judge the economic impact of the Iran war.

EconomyDefence
BBC Politics29 Apr 2026

Interest rates expected to be held as uncertainty over Iran war continues

Future base rate changes are hard to predict as analysts judge the economic impact of the Iran war.

EconomyDefence
BBC Politics29 Apr 2026

PM defends record as Badenoch says he squandered election win

The prime minister and Conservative leader argue over welfare and defence spending ahead of May elections.

PoliticsDefence
BBC Politics29 Apr 2026

PM defends record as Badenoch says he squandered election win

The prime minister and Conservative leader argue over welfare and defence spending ahead of May elections.

PoliticsDefence
BBC Politics27 Apr 2026

Lib Dems pledge £5k rewards for illegal waste tip-offs

The party says the payouts would help tackle an "environmental emergency" faced by councils.

DefenceEnvironment
BBC Politics27 Apr 2026

Lib Dems pledge £5k rewards for illegal waste tip-offs

The party says the payouts would help tackle an "environmental emergency" faced by councils.

DefenceEnvironment
BBC Politics26 Apr 2026

Higher prices could last for eight months after Iran war, minister says

Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain.

Defence
BBC Politics25 Apr 2026

UK steps up plans for potential shortages caused by Iran war

Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain.

Defence