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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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The Guardian Politics16 Feb 2026

Ben Jennings on online safety – cartoon

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BBC Politics16 Feb 2026

Ministers want to reform SEND - but they are treading very carefully

The government is expected to outline its plan to overhaul the complex system of support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England soon.

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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 Politics15 Feb 2026

The Victorian aristocrat who became first British Muslim lord

After converting to Islam, Lord Henry Stanley closed pubs on his estate and helped restore churches.

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 Politics13 Feb 2026

Where does Wormald sacking leave Sir Keir Starmer?

Is transplanting staff at the heart of government part of a bigger strategy - or a sticking plaster?

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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