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IrelandScotlandWalesPolice launch criminal investigation into Reform UK donationsThe investigation, which follows a broadcast by Channel 4 News, is being folded into the inquiry that has been under way into other donations.2 hrs agoPoliticsNational security can't come at expense of social security, Burnham saysThe prime minister says he will fund defence and get the welfare bill down in "the Labour way".8 hrs agoPoliticsChris Mason: Burnham looks to show he will go further than Starmer with West Bank sanctionsIt is hoped that coordinated action minimises the blowback to any one country from Israel or America, our political editor writes.23 hrs agoMiddle EastThousands of teens missing education 'under the radar' of official stats, report warnsThe children's commissioner for England says many are enrolled at college but aren't showing up.23 hrs agoFamily & EducationMiliband rejects chief rabbi's claim British Jews in greater danger after sanctions moveThe foreign secretary disagrees that sanctions on Israeli settlements could put British Jews at greater risk.2 hrs agoUKPM would consider independence referendum if 'clear consensus' emerges Andy Burnham had previously told First Minister John Swinney that a second referendum is "off limits".5 hrs agoScotland PoliticsPhillipson sets up 'class unit' as social mobility advisers ditchedThe equalities minister says the move will bring government efforts to tackle disadvantage "in-house".6 hrs agoCamden leader to stand for Keir Starmer's old seatSagal Abdi-Wali will contest Holborn and St Pancras for Labour on 8 October.Reform UK would ban full-face coverings in publicIt comes after masked men gathered in Dover to protest against small boat crossings.Some veterans to be called up to test UK's war resilienceAn exercise next year on a scale not seen for a "very long time" will test the UK's preparedness, a minister says.New law to force tech firms to stop children taking or sharing nude imagesThe government said it will legislate "as soon as they can" but may "reassess" its plans if firms make the desired changes sooner.Commentator Tim Montgomerie quits Reform following suspensionThe political commentator, who defected from the Tories 18 months ago, was suspended from Reform UK last month.Features and analysisFaisal Islam: Chancellor's attempts to boost vibes may limit tax risesThe new leadership is trying to maintain both confidence and the promotion of economic animal spirits.Why Reform UK undercover donations claims are legally complicatedA look at the key allegations concerning foreign donations and where they sit with the law.What big issues are on the agenda as Stormont returns after summer?What challenges face assembly members and ministers as Stormont returns after the summer recess?Track UK's latest migration numbers - net migration, visas, asylum and small boatsUse our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UKWhy do ex-MPs join the 'Chiltern Hundreds' list?Sir Keir Starmer is the latest person to take the office as a means of resigning as an MP.From our Political Editor Chris MasonChris Mason: Burnham looks to show he will go further than Starmer with West Bank sanctionsIt is hoped that coordinated action minimises the blowback to any one country from Israel or America, our political editor writes.Reform UK winded by donations row as insiders call for shift in approachNigel Farage's admirers in the party are calling for a stronger operation as the party aims for power.Chris Mason: Reform face headwinds as they gather for conferenceThe party's continued prominence has brought what prominence always brings: scrutiny, says BBC political editor Chris Mason.Nigel Farage insists he's 'broken no rules'The Reform leader has been dogged by questions over his finances after receiving a £5 million sum from Christopher Harborne.Chris Mason: Will Burnham find PMQs as 'nail biting' and 'nerve wracking' as Blair did?Curiously, the questions at lunchtime may well feel like a minor extension of what he faced on Tuesday, the BBC's political editor writes. BBC InDepthThe dangers of politicians being 'too online' - or not online enoughIn an era when reputations can be made or broken with a single post, getting the balance right is tricky.Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.Sir John Curtice: The 'Burnham bounce' is real but it's not massiveThe governing party's poll ratings have improved but they're only just ahead of Reform.Our exclusive behind-the-scenes access at No 10 as Andy Burnham became PMLaura Kuenssberg was given unprecedented access to the new prime minister’s first days in power. Ruthless plotter? Flip-flopper? Dad dancer? Insiders reveal the real Andy BurnhamWho is the real Andy Burnham? Laura Kuenssberg talks to more than 20 people who know him to work it outWatch/ListenHighest paid world leader to get $1m salary increaseSingapore's government says it will raise the annual salaries of its ministers and other office holders, including its prime minister who is the highest paid political leader in the world.AfD celebrate projected win in Saxony-AnhaltAfD leaders celebrated tonight as exit polls projected a big lead in the Saxony-Anhalt vote.Farage's family want him to 'pack it in and walk away'Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, says that for the first time in his career his family he doesn't have his family's support,Reform supporters say how Britain could be betterYoung supporters give their views as the Reform UK party conference takes place in Birmingham.Do supporters think Reform UK has lost momentum?Do supporters think Reform UK has lost momentum?
