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BBC Politics17 Feb 2026

A simple guide to the May elections in England, Scotland and Wales

Millions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.

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BBC Politics17 Feb 2026

What we learned from BBC Gorton and Denton debate

Gorton and Denton by-election candidates from five parties go head to head in a BBC debate.

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BBC Politics15 Feb 2026

Labour face tough fight in Gorton and Denton by-election

Labour is in a tough fight with Reform UK and the Greens in previously safe seat Gorton and Denton.

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BBC Politics14 Feb 2026

One giant boys' club? Why Westminster can still feel like a man's world

The decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

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BBC Politics12 Feb 2026

Chris Mason: Latest vetting row raises fresh concerns over Starmer's judgement

The BBC's political editor analyses the vetting rows facing the PM over Lord Doyle and Lord Mandelson.

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BBC Politics12 Feb 2026

Chris Mason: Latest vetting row raises fresh concerns over Starmer's judgement

The BBC's political editor analyses the vetting rows facing the PM over Lord Doyle and Lord Mandelson.

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BBC Politics11 Feb 2026

Chris Mason: Smiles of a survivor as Starmer attempts his latest reset

Some political air has been cleared for Sir Keir but fundamental issues remain unaltered, the BBC's political editor writes.

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BBC Politics10 Feb 2026

Six key questions about Keir Starmer's future

There is no doubting the peril the prime minister was in, but while Labour MPs have decided to stick with him, his future is far from certain.

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BBC Politics10 Feb 2026

Chris Mason: Labour sticks with Starmer for now but this is not over

The prime minister has come through a political near-death experience, the BBC's political editor writes.

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BBC Politics9 Feb 2026

Sarwar makes his biggest political gamble - but can it pay off?

The call for Sir Keir Starmer to resign is a defining moment in Sarwar's leadership of Scottish Labour.

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BBC Politics9 Feb 2026

Starmer prepares to face Labour MPs knowing his future is in the balance

Cabinet ministers have expressed support for the prime minister, as he prepares to face Labour MPs.

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BBC Politics8 Feb 2026

Who is Starmer's former chief of staff Morgan McSweeney?

McSweeney, long considered instrumental to the rise of the PM, derived his power and influence from his track record as a political strategist.

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