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Chris Mason: Colossal stakes for Starmer's summit on Ukraine

Sunday's summit of European leaders in London, to be attended by Ukraine's leader, is shaping up to be crucial, the BBC's political editor writes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a4LuICj via IFTTT

Starmer speaks to Trump and Zelensky following White House row

A statement from No 10 confirms he spoke with both and "retains unwavering support for Ukraine". from BBC News https://ift.tt/VfzDmgy via IFTTT

Key takeaways from Starmer's talks with Trump

A surprise letter from King Charles III to a possible trade deal - the key moments from Starmer's visit to the White House. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AS8F46l via IFTTT

Trump 'inclined' to back UK's Chagos Islands deal

The UK has offered Trump an effective veto on the deal because of its implications for US security. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OKz7X9b via IFTTT

King invites Trump for 'unprecedented' second state visit

Keir Starmer hands the US president an invitation letter as the pair meet at the White House. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LQsUZy3 via IFTTT

Growth plan will make Londoners richer - mayor

Sir Sadiq Khan launches a growth plan to increase productivity and create jobs in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e2DN1uH via IFTTT

Ban misogynistic online porn, review to say

A government-commissioned review is expected to call for content showing women being choked during sex to be illegal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BY3msf1 via IFTTT

Ukraine needs US security guarantee to deter Putin - PM

The PM stresses the importance of US help but Trump suggests responsibility lies with Europe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/76yI5zM via IFTTT

Chagos deal will not go ahead if Trump rejects it - Lammy

David Lammy says the UK "a shared military and intelligence interest" with the US in the territory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6CR7XTz via IFTTT

'Oldest horse' thrives on linseed cake and light exercise

Roana has recently celebrated her 46th birthday and is believed to be the oldest horse in the UK from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jh7xa3j via IFTTT

Will Starmer's defence hike win over Trump?

The prime minister has set out plans to increase defence spending to 2.5% of national income by 2027. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kHRg0wy via IFTTT

Farmers face 'bullying behaviour' by supermarkets

An MP says farmers face "ongoing mistreatment" including being dropped by retailers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g4cVQ8Z via IFTTT

First cross-party talks on social care reform postponed

The five largest parties in England were due to meet this week - but the BBC has learned the talks have been cancelled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4shFe1M via IFTTT

Conservative councillor defects to Reform

Kevin Towill has become the party's sole representative in the council chamber. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uu9NVGa via IFTTT

'Gruesome sell-out or a chance to lead': What will happen when Starmer visits Trump?

What could happen when Sir Keir Starmer visits the White House next Thursday? from BBC News https://ift.tt/RQIMTrt via IFTTT

Trump right to engage Putin on peace talks, says minister

Bridget Phillipson says the US thawing diplomatic ties with Putin "brought Russians to the table". from BBC News https://ift.tt/qnaCkG1 via IFTTT

I'll back Ukraine in talks with Trump, Starmer says

The prime minister called Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky for the second time in four days. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uJO8fWH via IFTTT

The asteroid hits and near-misses you never hear about

Since a potentially hazardous asteroid was detected in December, tens of others objects have come close to Earth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uk45r72 via IFTTT

Scientists probe gulls' 'weird and wonderful' appetites

Photographs of gulls eating anything from chips to starfish will help solve a scientific puzzle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pcoNsOv via IFTTT

Child exploitation and cuckooing to be made criminal offences

New legislation being introduced to Parliament next week seeks to criminalise the practices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hJIR53k via IFTTT

Trump says Starmer and Macron 'haven't done anything' to end Ukraine war

Trump's criticisms come as the UK and French leaders prepare to visit the White House next week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GiysjqU via IFTTT

'Oldest horse' thrives on linseed cake and light exercise

Roana has recently celebrated her 46th birthday and is believed to be the oldest horse in the UK from BBC News https://ift.tt/h6j1fqP via IFTTT

Israeli family mourns 'man of peace' as body returned from Gaza

Oded Lifschitz, whose body was returned from Gaza on Thursday, was a campaigner for peace and had many Palestinian friends. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tlv1R7U via IFTTT

UK and Europe must step up over Ukraine, says ex-Army boss

Sir Nick Carter says "others are going to have to step up to the plate" if the US does not want to. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wNx8Xv7 via IFTTT

The worrying pitfalls ahead of Starmer's US trip

When Sir Keir Starmer touches down in Washington next week, he will be treading a fine diplomatic line. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gt7dXAu via IFTTT

Starmer backs Zelensky after Trump 'dictator' claim

The prime minister spoke to Zelensky on the phone and expressed support for "Ukraine's democratically elected leader". from BBC News https://ift.tt/EPdkIOF via IFTTT

What is a sinkhole and how does it form?

Two sinkholes have appeared in the Surrey village of Godstone, but how have they formed and are they dangerous? from BBC News https://ift.tt/QveOwKj via IFTTT

World's glaciers melting faster than ever recorded

The planet's glaciers have lost 5% of their ice in little over 20 years, according to a major study. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AkmdJVP via IFTTT

Minister faces calls to resign over solicitor CV claim

Jonathan Reynolds is accused of falsely claiming he was a solicitor, when he was only a trainee. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SEe51XA via IFTTT

Race to save whales in Australia mass stranding

More than 150 whales have beached in the remote, north west corner of Tasmania. from BBC News https://ift.tt/InWPKqM via IFTTT

Retailers selling knives online face stricter laws

Retailers must report suspicious purchases and there will be tougher sentences for selling to under-18s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FdNAYWe via IFTTT

British Army 'absolutely ready' if ordered to deploy to Ukraine

It comes as 2,500 UK troops take part in Nato's largest exercise this year near Ukraine's border. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jFUiLb7 via IFTTT

Protesters demand grooming gang talks with Burnham

A march in Manchester sees calls for mayor Andy Burnham to back a statutory child abuse inquiry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CIOU3Bt via IFTTT

'Tough on crime' policies behind prison crisis, says review

The independent review says successive governments made "knee jerk" decisions to issue longer prison sentences. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7XvmlwQ via IFTTT

Thames Water secures £3bn lifeline after court ruling

The UK's largest water and waste company was set to run out of money by the end of March. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R6Gm74H via IFTTT

Union and bishops criticise small boat refugee citizenship ban

Some 147 signatories of a letter say the recently-implemented rule will "breed division and distrust". from BBC News https://ift.tt/M8CoRqS via IFTTT

Pledge of 2m extra NHS appointments met, PM says

Sir Keir Starmer says the figure is a "shot in the arm", but "the job isn't done" to bring down waiting lists. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kRyIPBb via IFTTT

UK military too 'run down' to lead Ukraine peace mission - ex-Army chief

Lord Dannatt says up to 40,000 UK troops would be needed for such a mission and "we just haven't got that number available". from BBC News https://ift.tt/SjsuPta via IFTTT

Plans to protect UK steel industry as tariff threat looms

US President Donald Trump is set to impose 25% taxes on steel entering America "without exceptions". from BBC News https://ift.tt/6YaQKhd via IFTTT

NHS to expand opt-out HIV and hepatitis testing

The NHS will automatically test patients for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C unless they opt out at 90 hospitals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f41JocV via IFTTT

World's sea-ice falls to record low

The world's frozen oceans keep the planet cool, but they currently have less ice than ever recorded before. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7ovNjiK via IFTTT

What we've learned about Rachel Reeves's expenses - and the Labour response

Senior figures defended the chancellor after we revealed her expenses were investigated before she was an MP. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SaY964E via IFTTT

Government axes political violence adviser role

The crossbench peer calls for more action against "the menace of extreme protestors" as he leaves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fGo4b2x via IFTTT

Starmer backs Ukraine's Nato bid despite US view

The PM reaffirms the UK will back Ukraine's "irreversible path" to joining NATO in a call with Volodymyr Zelensky. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UFAzPSt via IFTTT

Reeves can be trusted says Kyle after bank questions

A BBC investigation found the now chancellor was subject to an expenses complaint when working at HBOS. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8yLQX1P via IFTTT

More migrant workers claim UK farm exploitation

The UK government says it always takes "decisive action" where abusive practices are found on farms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vz5Q3VP via IFTTT

MPs call for end to booing and jeering in Commons

"Antiquated" jargon and poor behaviour is restricting access to politics, says a committee of MPs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/muH2xca via IFTTT

Subsidies halved for controversial Drax power station

The government has agreed a new subsidy arrangement with the controversial wood-burning Drax power station in north Yorkshire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KmAXOZ4 via IFTTT

Reform UK sets out plan to tax renewable energy

Deputy leader Richard Tice argues net-zero policies are to blame for higher energy bills in the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XYLcgfd via IFTTT

Farming funding rule change worries first minister

She says a UK change to future funding support rules for Welsh agriculture is of "huge concern". from BBC News https://ift.tt/MPIOZGy via IFTTT

Beginnings of Roman London discovered in office basement

The discovery has been described as one of the most important pieces of Roman history in the City of London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ME8PbaO via IFTTT

Oil clean-up 'scam' warnings ignored by Shell, whistle-blower tells BBC

The oil giant faces allegations it ignored warnings that a clean-up scheme was beset by corruption. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CYlvEeG via IFTTT

'Build baby build', says PM as he sets out nuclear plan

The government wants to make it quicker and easier to build mini nuclear power stations in England and Wales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EyfsPrY via IFTTT

Labour suspends 11 councillors over WhatsApp group

The group, which is being investigated by the party, has already led to the suspension of two Labour MPs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xNtQXuv via IFTTT

Stripey-faced fish named after warrior princess San

The newly discovered fish has stripes on its face like the Studio Ghibli warrior princess. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OZzuYAF via IFTTT

Mother on hunger strike asks PM for help to free her son

Laila Soueif has not eaten for 134 days as she campaigns for the release of her pro-democracy activist son from jail in Egypt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8KuVfpx via IFTTT

MP behind assisted dying bill suggests scrapping High Court approval

It comes after concerns were raised over the court's capacity to hear each individual case. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XWEAGax via IFTTT

UK must respect Trump's mandate, new US ambassador tells BBC

In his first day on the job, Lord Peter Mandelson says "we have to respect and understand what drives" the US president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qXu1D84 via IFTTT

Smuggling gangs have taken hold, Cooper says during border debate

MPs are holding a debate in the House of Commons on Labour's plans to overhaul border measures. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uKCd0FV via IFTTT

Spending on flood defences set to rise to record levels

The money will be spent on projects ranging from tidal barriers and flood walls to nature-based solutions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AEal9nq via IFTTT

Hundreds arrested in New Year illegal worker blitz

It comes ahead of the second reading of the Government's Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e7yvx4F via IFTTT

Second Labour MP apologises over WhatsApp comments

Burnley MP Oliver Ryan says his comments in the group were "completely unacceptable". from BBC News https://ift.tt/UMF913r via IFTTT

Ex-mineworkers 'dying while waiting for pension cash'

Former coal workers say many are dying of old age and respiratory illness as they wait for payments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dxLl6R0 via IFTTT

Power station's further reporting failure exposed by BBC

Drax, which burns wood pellets, is required to report where it sources its wood from. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f8hmZeO via IFTTT

Health Minister Andrew Gwynne sacked over messages

Gwynne apologises for the "badly misjudged" messages and is suspended as a Labour party member. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dE1brVk via IFTTT

What is Mandelson's strategy for charming Trumpworld?

As Peter Mandelson takes up the role of ambassador to the US, No 10 is determined the UK builds a strong relationship with Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DxHR41q via IFTTT

Chris Mason: Starmer goes nuclear in hunt for long-term growth

Ministers hope new nuclear power stations will be keeping lights on by 2032. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7TY9hCx via IFTTT

How long could the Santorini 'seismic crisis' last?

Scientists say it is unclear how many more earthquakes will come to the idyllic Greek island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KrySxfP via IFTTT

Why scientists are counting tiny marine creatures, from Space

Differences in seawater colour could reveal how tiny Antarctic creatures are faring in a warming world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NfrhPqp via IFTTT

Law to make social landlords fix mould in force from October

Campaigners called for change after two-year-old Awaab Ishak died from mould exposure at his home in 2020. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SduATw8 via IFTTT

Badenoch says leadership involves 'tough words' too

The Conservative leader speaks to the BBC after she told party staff they needed to do better. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cHXmJ2R via IFTTT

I'd make it harder to get British citizenship, says Badenoch

The Conservative leader says people shouldn't be able to apply for citizenship for at least 15 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sCwta7j via IFTTT

Grenfell to be demolished, bereaved families told

Grenfell Tower is to be demolished, Angela Rayner tells a meeting with bereaved relatives and survivors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j3K1zLg via IFTTT

Councils fear the local is being taken out of local government

Ministers say the plans will save money but some councils are worried they are diverting focus from other issues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fdl7qgZ via IFTTT

Ticketmaster UK boss tells MPs prices are very fair

Andrew Parsons appears before MPs, after fans slammed his company's "dynamic pricing" of Oasis tickets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jw4I216 via IFTTT

Speaker says later father was 'everything' to him

Labour politician Lord Doug Hoyle died surrounded by his family in April, aged 98. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PpaZlug via IFTTT

Illegal meat on most UK High Streets, official says

Post-Brexit checks are undermining efforts to keep out potentially disease-ridden meat, official says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lstFjIX via IFTTT

No targets for aviation or farming in UK climate plan

The UK has set an ambitious goal to radically reduce carbon emissions by 2035. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hCNpesm via IFTTT

Starmer denies breaking Covid rules with voice coach

Leonie Miller was invited to coach the then-opposition leader on his response to Johnson's Brexit deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4lJ0Nbp via IFTTT

Millions face council tax rise of more than 5%

The government has allowed six areas to bypass the usual 5% cap on council tax increases. from BBC News https://ift.tt/clJzgRH via IFTTT

How could Trump's tariffs affect the UK?

How might the UK be affected by Trump's tariffs, even if they are not imposed on the UK? from BBC News https://ift.tt/wco7eOz via IFTTT

Starmer first PM to join EU leaders' meeting since Brexit

The trip is part of what the PM calls a "reset" between the UK and the European Union. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mjMqrPA via IFTTT

Climate change made LA fires worse, scientists say

Scientists say the fires that engulfed Los Angeles were made 35% more likely due to climate warming. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NVMpzlt via IFTTT

Fears council shake-up could spell end of independent-run areas

Critics say merging smaller councils will make it harder for independents to be elected. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iN0oaVQ via IFTTT

Farage hails Trump 'inspiration' at Reform UK rally

Nigel Farage holds a rally in North West Essex as his party targets Kemi Badenoch's seat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bk1gV0J via IFTTT

Davey urges Starmer to start EU customs union talks

Sir Ed Davey calls for PM to use meeting with EU leaders to "fire the starting gun" on new trade deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p0XyPaG via IFTTT

Could the UK actually get colder with global warming?

Some scientists fear the risk of a collapse to warm Atlantic currents has not been taken seriously. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1UEtv7q via IFTTT