'Let's move on': Albertans react to separatist movement setback BBC News 20 October 2026 at 20:31 Preliminary referendum results show that more than two-thirds of Alberta voters support remaining part of Canada, easing concerns over national unity.
Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules BBC News 20 October 2026 at 09:55 The changes come after concerns that penalties issued by private providers are too harsh and leave motorists unfairly punished.
Who is Chancellor John Healey? Labour veteran who quit as defence secretary BBC News 20 October 2026 at 17:26 The softly-spoken former defence secretary is gearing up for the biggest moment of his long political career.
Budget 2026: Key points at a glance BBC News 28 October 2026 at 16:55 Here’s what you need to know from John Healey’s first Budget, as the chancellor sets out the government’s tax and spending plans.
Criminals detained in hospital set to lose benefits BBC News 20 October 2026 at 08:35 The families of the victims of Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane had been campaigning for the change.
Chris Mason: Burnham and Swinney tussle over where power lies in Scotland BBC News 16 October 2026 at 21:08 UK political debate has a distinctly Scottish feel after SNP's annual conference, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.
Immigration protests 'could get worse', says Badenoch BBC News 20 October 2026 at 13:01 Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch warned of immigration protests getting worse as France deals with riots across the country.
Jobless rate falls but small firms cut back hiring BBC News 20 October 2026 at 12:26 Small firms cite labour costs as a key factor in scaling back hiring, the Office for National Statistics says.
Reform leader accuses MSP of 'squatting' in seat after resignation BBC News 20 October 2026 at 10:21 Malcolm Offord says he is 'disappointed' at Amanda Bland's decision to leave the party and sit as an independent.
Troubles legacy bill is not an amnesty for soldiers - NI secretary BBC News 19 October 2026 at 19:05 Amendments to the bill are being debated by MPs, as the long-awaited legislation returns to the House of Commons.
PM says youth unemployment is a 'catastrophe and a moral failure' BBC News 19 October 2026 at 15:59 The UK faces "economic catastrophe" with one million young people not in work or training, the prime minister says.
First minister promises to look at Welsh council powers BBC News 19 October 2026 at 21:53 Plaid Cymru's leader makes pledge ahead of talks with Andy Burnham, who wants more devolution to councils.
Reform UK mayor investigated over naked photo claims BBC News 19 October 2026 at 21:41 Reform UK's Luke Campbell denies claims that he showed nude photos of himself to a female colleague.
Reform MSP quits party to sit as independent BBC News 19 October 2026 at 17:28 Amanda Bland's decision relegates the party to the third-largest group at Holyrood, with one member fewer than Labour.
People playing loud music on buses could face £100 fine BBC News 19 October 2026 at 10:49 Antisocial behaviour on buses in England could lead to fines while a new campaign is also being launched for trains. A national campaign asking rail passengers "share the carriage, not the noise" is being launched.
Bereaved families could face 'unjust' tax bill after civil service pension delays BBC News 19 October 2026 at 13:16 The chairman of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee says families should not be taxed through no fault of their own.
Polanski says he will not overturn Green Party's 'Zionism is racism' motion BBC News 18 October 2026 at 15:57 The Green Party leader said, while he wanted to amend it, the motion would stand until 2028.
Ending corridor care in hospitals for children a priority, says health secretary BBC News 18 October 2026 at 13:09 Yvette Cooper also announces £140m investment in England's urgent care system, ahead of winter.
No further action against government adviser's wife over Palestine Action post, police say BBC News 17 October 2026 at 21:24 Sarah Helm, who is married to Jonathan Powell, was responding to a discussion about the author Sally Rooney.
The Interview BBC News 21 October 2026 at 00:30 Julie Etchingham speaks to Archbishop Paul Gallagher about diplomacy in the Vatican