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IrelandScotlandWalesA year in power - BBC correspondents assess how Labour are doingWith the economy, immigration, education, welfare and health high on the agenda, has Sir Keir Starmer's top team met their pledges?4 hrs agoPoliticsHome Office unaware if foreign workers leave after visas end, MPs sayThe cross-party committee says the government has failed to gather "basic information".3 hrs agoUKReeves bounces back after tears but challenges remainThe chancellor draws a line under excruciating episode but still faces the same problems, writes Henry Zeffman.11 hrs agoPoliticsSeven ways Starmer's plan could change the NHSThe BBC looks at what the government's 10-year NHS plan could mean in practice. 10 hrs agoHealthLabour plans further Right to Buy restrictionsTenants will also face longer to qualify, under government plans for the social home discount scheme.10 hrs agoPoliticsHome Office unaware if foreign workers leave after visas end, MPs sayThe cross-party committee says the government has failed to gather "basic information".3 hrs agoUKI had a tough day, says Rachel Reeves after Commons tearsThe chancellor says she had been dealing with a "personal issue" but was still "cracking on with the job".13 hrs agoPoliticsZarah Sultana says she is quitting Labour to start party with CorbynFormer Labour leader Corbyn has not yet confirmed his involvement to the BBC.5 hrs agoPoliticsReeves bounces back after tears but challenges remainThe chancellor draws a line under excruciating episode but still faces the same problems, writes Henry Zeffman.11 hrs agoPoliticsLabour peer dies while swimming in riverLord David Lipsey previously worked as a journalist and Downing Street adviser.11 hrs agoWalesBBC senior staff told to 'step back' from duties following rowNo "high risk" music acts will be broadcast live in the future after Bob Vylan's Glastonbury set.13 hrs agoCultureMPs approve plan to proscribe Palestine Action as terrorist group The ban means supporting the group could potentially carry a maximum sentence of 14 years.1 day agoPoliticsReform council confirms 'patriotic' flag policyThe new leader of the county council says it is the "simplest and most inclusive" approach.13 hrs agoLeicestershireMatt Hancock tells Covid inquiry social care sector is 'badly in need of reform'Public hearings at the Covid-19 inquiry resumed on Monday, looking at the impact of the pandemic on adult care services.Features and analysisWho are the welfare bill rebels? Find out how your MP votedCheck whether your MP voted for or against the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill2 days agoPoliticsReeves' five choices to turn government finances aroundThe chancellor's financial wriggle room has shrunk after welform reforms were watered down.1 day agoPoliticsAnalysis: Humiliation for Starmer as he loses control of CommonsThe BBC's political editor Chris Mason and chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman on the welfare bill.2 days agoPoliticsWhat has been driving the rise in disability benefit claims?The government has confirmed details of its scaled-back plan to reform some benefits.3 days agoBBC VerifyWelfare cuts: What are the Pip and universal credit changes?The government watered down its welfare reform plans to get MPs to vote for the benefits bill. 2 days agoBusinessFrom our Political Editor Chris MasonRachel Reeves' tears raise big questions at top of LabourWhatever the cause, Labour must soon start projecting direction, confidence and grip.1 day agoPoliticsHumiliation for Starmer as he loses control of CommonsThe BBC's political editor Chris Mason and chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman on the welfare bill.2 days agoPoliticsChris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead on welfare cutsMinisters hope a partial U-turn will win over Labour rebels when MPs vote on welfare changes later. 3 days agoPoliticsA hat-trick of U-turns – and this is the most awkward of the lotThe BBC's political editor Chris Mason gives his analysis of what the climbdown over the welfare bill means for the prime minister.7 days agoPoliticsChris Mason: On welfare, something will have to give The stand-off between rebellious Labour MPs and ministers over benefit changes cannot last.25 Jun 2025PoliticsBBC InDepthStarmer's stormy first year: Why his political honeymoon was so short-livedAs the PM marks a year in office next week - which he will spend grappling with crises - British politics finds itself at an inflection point7 days agoBBC InDepthCrisis - which crisis? Israel-Iran another huge challenge for governmentAs buildings burn in Tehran and Tel Aviv, the UK government is facing another crisis, writes Laura Kuenssberg.14 Jun 2025BBC InDepthLabour tiptoed cautiously through its first year - will it now decide to escape its own shadow?This week's Spending Review may be an opportunity for the UK government show investors its vision8 Jun 2025BBC InDepthThe country where the left (not the far right) made hardline immigration lawsDenmark has come under international attention for its tough approach. And its Social Democrat prime minister is leading the charge4 Jun 2025BBC InDepthWhy Labour is strengthening ties with China after years of rollercoaster relationsTo some, it’s a smart opportunity. To others there are security concerns. But either way, is there a playbook?4 Jun 2025BBC InDepthWatch/ListenChancellor Rachel Reeves: 'I had a tough day'8 hrs agoHow welfare bill compromises have weakened StarmerLeila Nathoo on how winning the welfare vote has weakened Starmer2 days agoBruce Springsteen or George Clooney for US president?Anthony Zurcher, Justin Webb and Sarah Smith discuss which celebrities might be in the running for next US president.2 days agoOut to LunchOn Parliament, the impact of politics on her home life and the Labour party.3 days agoWelsh Labour needs to focus on young people, say membersYoung Labour party members say they feel their party is still the best fit for working class people.4 days agoWales
