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IrelandScotlandWalesBurnham and Streeting accuse Blair of ignoring inequality as they hit back at ex-PMLabour mayor Burnham and former minister Streeting were responding to the former PM's 5,600-word essay.15 hrs agoPoliticsLIVEYoung people facing 'perfect storm', report warns, as more than a million not in work or educationWatch live as Alan Milburn, the author of the government-commissioned review, speaks following its publication.Starmer arson accused refused to film attack, court toldUkrainian-born Romanian national Stanislav Carpiuc is accused of conspiring to set fire to a car linked to the prime minster.17 hrs agoPoliticsStarmer warns of Russian aggression as UK agrees new treaty with PolandThe PM met his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk at RAF Northolt to formalise the agreement.18 hrs agoPoliticsWill Tony Blair's intervention change the Labour debate?While the former PM still has some admirers in Labour, others wings of the party are not listening. 2 hrs agoPoliticsLegal bid to block UK-backed French migrant detention centreThe Home Office says the UK won’t pay France if the site doesn’t open, under a deal to curb migrant crossings.4 hrs agoEuropeCouncil pays £470k for own Clean Air Zone breachesOne in eight of the council's fleet vehicles still break its own Clean Air Zone requirements.8 mins agoBirmingham & Black CountryI will find solution to M4 congestion, first minister saysRhun ap Iorwerth said the Brynglas Tunnels in Newport are an "economic problem for Wales".Sturgeon defends 'no comment' police interview after SNP funds probe arrestThe former SNP leader's solicitor says her response was "standard" and she later provided written answers to detectives' questions.Energy bills to rise for millions as impact of Iran war hitsA household using a typical amount of energy will pay £221 a year more, under the regulator's new price cap.Prosecution opens case against ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in sex abuse trialThe former MP has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges he faces, including one count of rape.One in six young people will not be in work or training in five years without action, report warnsA report warns the UK is "at risk of a lost generation" with number of 16 to 24-year-olds out of work, education or training set to rise to 1.25 million by 2031.Features and analysisMakerfield by-election candidates announcedWho is standing for Parliament in the Greater Manchester constituency of Makerfield?'Makerfield is suddenly at the epicentre of British politics'The constituency is suddenly at the epicentre of British politics - and the by-election result could decide the next prime minister.The questions raised by the Peter Murrell embezzlement controversyThecase has been hanging over the SNP like a toxic cloud since the police investigation began five years ago.Track UK's latest migration numbers - net migration, visas, asylum and small boatsUse our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UKChris Mason: Inside the shadow contest to be our next prime ministerIt is now likely that we will have another new prime minister, possibly within weeks, or perhaps within months, our political editor writes. From our Political Editor Chris MasonChris Mason: VAT cut on summer fun - the announcement that didn't leakChancellor Rachel Reeves unveils measures aimed at helping families with the cost of living - but is it enough?Allegations about Reform candidate's posts are troubling, Labour saysCampaigning organisation Searchlight claims Robert Kenyon was friends with a fascist campaigner on a now deleted Facebook page.Chris Mason: Inside the shadow contest to be our next prime ministerIt is now likely that we will have another new prime minister, possibly within weeks, or perhaps within months, our political editor writes. Chris Mason: Potential leadership challengers jostle for positionSir Keir Starmer and his backers argue a leadership contest would paralyse the government for months.Chris Mason: Big moment ahead for Streeting to decide whether to go for itThere is a big moment coming in the next 24 hours, for Sir Keir Starmer and for would-be challengers to the prime minister.BBC InDepthIs it harder than ever to be prime minister?Discontent with the political class is greater than ever - has the UK become ungovernable?Relish and dread as Starmer 'shambles' hangs over Scotland and Wales electionsLaura Kuenssberg travels to Wales and Scotland to speak to candidates and voters ahead of May 7 polls.Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson messThe decision to send Peter Mandelson to Washington has become a scandal that just won't go away for Labour.As Starmer faces war overseas, his party can't find peace at homeBritish politicians tend to stick together during dangerous moments abroad. In 2026? Not so much.Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on IranEuropean nations say they want to work better together but have differing prioritiesWatch/ListenGet to know Wales' new first ministerFirst Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth answers quickfire questions at the Urdd Eisteddfod'A serious country' can't keep changing leaders - BlairIn an interview with BBC Radio 4's Today programme, Sir Tony Blair said he believes 'a serious country' can't keep changing its leaders.ProfileThe new Welsh first minister.'I don't understand' - council meeting descends into chaosKirklees Council remains without a majority - or a leader - after a chaotic annual meeting left some of the newly-elected members confused.How a lottery can change the lawHow a lottery can change the law
