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IrelandScotlandWalesStarmer urges US and Iran to 'find way through' after peace talks falterThe prime minister warns the US and Iran against "escalation", as negotiations end without agreement.16 hrs agoPoliticsSwinney says Scottish independence referendum could be held in 2028The SNP leader made the claim in the BBC's televised debate ahead of next month's Scottish election. 5 hrs agoScotland PoliticsIran conflict will define us for a generation, says PMSpeaking during a three-day visit to the Middle East, the prime minister says the current ceasefire is "fragile". 3 days agoPoliticsUK says Russia ran submarine operation over cables and pipelinesDefence Secretary John Healey says there is "no evidence" of any damage to UK infrastructure in the Atlantic.3 days agoUKDeep-fried food banned in new plans for school dinnersSchools are being told to cut down on sugary desserts, and provide more vegetables and whole grains.4 hrs agoFamily & EducationTice £91,000 tax row is 'minor administrative error', party claimsA property company owned by the Reform UK deputy leader failed to pay £91,000 in tax on dividends, according to the Sunday Times. 10 hrs agoPoliticsUK shelves Chagos deal after Trump oppositionUK government officials say they are not entirely abandoning the agreement but have run out of time.1 day agoPoliticsOpenAI pauses UK data centre deal over energy costs and regulationThe project was part of a package of tech investment promising the UK could become an AI superpower.Welsh election not about independence, Plaid Cymru candidate saysPlaid has promised not to hold a referendum if it gets into government, but would commission research into independence.Mandelson faces £300 fine for urinating in streetLord Peter Mandelson is set to be fined for public urination but the council cannot find an address.Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housingParty leader Zack Polanski accuses Labour of failing to build enough social and affordable homes.SNP pledges 'first refusal' for tenants to buy private rental homesJohn Swinney says it would help renters get on the housing ladder but other parties say the SNP is to blame for the housing emergency.Features and analysisIs the Trump-Starmer bromance over?The disintegration of the pair's friendship has benefits - and the PM is getting steadily more comfortable at taking advantage.Messy and unpredictable: What I learned from election tour of the UKBBC Radio 5 Live's Matt Chorley talks to voters in England, Scotland and Wales to get the real story on May's elections.Who can I vote for in my area?Elections are taking place across the country in May. Use our postcode lookup to find out if there are elections where you live and who you can vote for. Comedians tell ministers lack of funding is no laughing matterCulture Minister Ian Murray has agreed to work with the comedy industry to boost support after talks.Marmalades may need to be relabelled under post-Brexit food dealThe breakfast favourite will be legally renamed when Britain aligns with new EU labelling rules.From our Political Editor Chris MasonWill the UK ban social media for under 16s? As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules?How will the UK respond to US court verdict on social media?Will the decision of a Los Angeles jury have an impact on the UK government as it considers potential future regulations on social media, writes the BBC's political editor.Reeves to set out principles on who might get energy bills support - and who won'tThe chancellor must react in real time to the economic shock of the war in Iran, writes the BBC's political editor.Is Angela Rayner making a move to be prime minister?Angela Rayner's speech has reignited speculation that she is preparing to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the top job.Angela Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculationThe ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to.BBC InDepthAs 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 prioritiesOne giant boys' club? Why Westminster can still feel like a man's worldThe decision to appoint Peter Mandelson has prompted soul searching about women’s role in government, writes Laura Kuenssberg.Why China views the UK visit as part of something biggerSir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to BeijingLabour wants to shake up the police - but will that solve 'everyday crime epidemic'?The home secretary is promising the biggest policing reform in centuries, but she faces a fight, writes Laura Kuenssberg.Watch/ListenWales Green Party manifesto explained in a minutePolitical Editor Gareth Lewis breaks down promises to freeze rent caps, build 60,000 social homes and improve childcare in 60 seconds.Welsh Labour manifesto explained in under 60 secondsBBC Wales political editor Gareth Lewis explains Welsh Labour's pledges for the Senedd election in May. Will the UK ban social media for under 16s?As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules?Will the UK ban social media for under 16s? As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules?NHS, bills and immigration: One constituency's election talking pointsSix weeks from the Holyrood election, the BBC takes the temperature in one central Scotland constituency.
