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Ex-Tory leader Douglas Ross to stand down as MSP

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 13:20
The former Scottish Conservative leader has signalled he will seek to return to Westminster as an MP.
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Lower Thames Crossing approved by government

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 12:40
The 14-mile (22.5km) road will link the A2 and M2 in Kent with the A13 and M25 in Essex.
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Everything you need to know about the Spring Statement

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 12:01
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will give more detail about the government's plans for the economy.
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'I'm changing job to make £12.24 an hour - it'll help keep me afloat'

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 11:43
As the chancellor prepares to update her plans for the economy we hear how ordinary people are tackling their own financial challenges.
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Chris Mason: Chancellor says the world has changed - but what are her options?

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 08:01
BBC political editor Chis Mason examines the fiscal dilemmas facing the government over spending and growth.
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Chris Mason: Chancellor says the world has changed - but what are her options?

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 08:01
BBC political editor Chis Mason examines the fiscal dilemmas facing the government over spending and growth.
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'I could lose £100K despite Woodford redress scheme'

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 01:49
People who lost savings from a collapsed investment fund say a redress scheme has let them down.
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Peers seek tax rise safeguards for health workers

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 23:21
Lords inflict a series of defeats on plans to raise National Insurance Contributions from13.8% to 15%.
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Government can be more efficient, says Keir Starmer

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 16:03
The prime minister says he wants to see government departments become more efficient by using AI and technology.
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Reform name candidate for by-election

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 15:08
Sarah Pochin is chosen as Reform UK's candidate for the upcoming by-election in Cheshire.
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Pothole fixing progress by councils to be ranked

Mon, 03/24/2025 - 13:57
A red, amber and green rating system is being produced for English councils on pothole maintenance.
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Experts to investigate student loan fraud claims

Sun, 03/23/2025 - 19:13
The education secretary says claims of student loan fraud point to one of the "biggest financial scandals" in the university sector.
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UK must stand up to 'bully' Trump, says Ed Davey

Sun, 03/23/2025 - 14:11
Lib Dem leader says UK should "hit back with tariffs of our own" and co-ordinate a with the EU and Canada.
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Reeves defends taking free Sabrina Carpenter tickets

Sun, 03/23/2025 - 13:14
Rachel Reeves tells the BBC she went to the concert with a family member and will declare the tickets.
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UK mulls big tech tax changes to avoid US tariffs

Sun, 03/23/2025 - 13:02
Rachel Reeves says talks are "ongoing" about the Digital Services Tax, paid by giants like Amazon.
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Reeves confirms 15% cut to Civil Service running costs

Sun, 03/23/2025 - 12:33
Savings will be from back office and administrative roles rather than front-line services, chancellor tells the BBC.
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Trump envoy dismisses Starmer plan for Ukraine

Sun, 03/23/2025 - 11:03
Steve Witkoff says the UK plans for an international force to support a ceasefire are a "posture".
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Investigation ordered into power outage that closed Heathrow

Sun, 03/23/2025 - 08:20
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband says there are lessons to be learned after substation fire led to major flight disruption on Friday.
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Government considering sending failed asylum seekers to Balkans

Sat, 03/22/2025 - 20:52
Home Office officials have discussed proposals to set up overseas "return hubs"
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Rachel Reeves: I will not 'tax and spend'

Sat, 03/22/2025 - 06:46
In an interview with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg, the chancellor opened up on the public finances and how she's finding the job.
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