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IrelandScotlandWalesStarmer dithering over defence spending, says BadenochThe clash at PMQs comes amid a cabinet battle over how a military investment plan will be funded.14 hrs agoPoliticsFacing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to themIn conversations with residents, business owners and campaigners in Makerfield, the BBC found a mixed mood.5 hrs agoManchesterCode of conduct complaint for council leader over libraries planThe complaint comes after George Finch released a statement on the county's libraries on Monday.2 hrs agoCoventry & WarwickshireVets advise ban on over the counter flea treatment for petsPet owners have historically been advised they should treat cats and dogs as a preventative measure every month.16 hrs agoPoliticsChanging visa rules for care workers is wrong, says RaynerThe former deputy prime minister says changing visa rules for migrants already living in the UK would be "un-British".12 hrs agoPoliticsBelfast knife attack disorder 'destabilising', says terror adviser Jonathan Hall KC tells the BBC it was "absolutely legitimate" to talk about immigration in relation to national security.16 hrs agoUKMet Police calls on tech firms to make stolen phones unusableSir Mark Rowley has asked the home secretary to introduce legislation forcing companies to publish data on stolen devices.2 hrs agoLondonFly-tippers should face higher fines, Reform UK urgesThe party also wants an annual "national action day" to help "rekindle civic pride".Illegal mini-marts to shut for up to 12 months under law change prompted by BBCUnder current rules, shops breaking the law can only be closed for up to six months in England and Wales. 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From our Political Editor Chris MasonHow the contest is shaping up two weeks ahead of crucial Makerfield by-electionWhat stood out from the Question Time exchanges between candidates in the Makerfield by-election?Reform Makerfield candidate admits making 'crass' comments in pastRobert Kenyon says he was not involved in politics when he made remarks unearthed during the campaign.Chris Mason: Decision to appoint Mandelson continues to inflict damageWhen Sir Keir Starmer looks back on his time at No10, his decision to send Lord Mandelson to Washington will be a central part of the critique of his tenure.Ministers braced for private texts and WhatsApps in Mandelson file releaseThe documents will offer a fascinating internal insight into how government works, including the way information flows and disagreements.UK net migration needs to fall further, says Andy BurnhamLabour's candidate for Makerfield also said government immigration reforms must "get the balance right".BBC InDepthThe Nowak murder has lit a match under British politics. 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Not so much.Watch/ListenHow do locals feel about the Makerfield by-election?How do local people feel about the Makerfield by-election?Political emotions; Shared play; Forgotten women in psychologyDo we experience feelings about politics differently in the body to everyday emotions?Election Jersey 2026Watch live results from Jersey’s General Election as they’re declared, with Matthew Price.Why Starmer will survive: The Attorney General on human rights, small boats, and his ‘dogged’ friend the Prime MinisterThe Attorney General, Lord Richard Hermer KC.Fake videos of actors target Armenia electionActors have had their voices cloned by an AI fueled disinformation campaign that's targeting Armenia.
