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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.

Politics
BBC Politics5 Feb 2026

What was the vetting process for Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador?

The PM has accused Lord Mandelson of lying throughout the process - but what did it involve?

BBC Politics4 Feb 2026

'I never left your side': Emails reveal more about Mandelson's Epstein friendship

Emails between Lord Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein appear to show their friendship was closer than suspected.

Sky News Politics29 Jan 2026

How a century-old Act could help assisted dying supporters override the Lords

While rare, the Parliament Act can technically be used to pass a private members' bill if the House of Lords rejects it, provided the bill passes the Commons in two successive sessions and one year elapses.

Politics
BBC Politics28 Jan 2026

Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger

Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing

BBC Politics24 Jan 2026

Labour wants to shake up the police - but will that solve 'everyday crime epidemic'?

The home secretary is promising the biggest policing reform in centuries, but she faces a fight, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

Crime
BBC Politics17 Jan 2026

Jenrick's move is massive - but could it cause a bigger fight on the right?

He's a big political character adapting to a new political tribe, but his move could be overshadowed by a poisonous row.

Politics
BBC Politics10 Jan 2026

Starmer has kept Trump on side - but is it coming back to bite him?

The PM’s increasingly assertive opponents are set on turning one of his few sweet spots sour.