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Covid: UK at 'critical moment' with coronavirus - PM
Boris Johnson says new measures to tackle a rise in virus cases will "take time to feed through".
Too much 'levelling up' rhetoric, says former Tory minister
Delays to a shake-up of local government in England are worrying sign of drift, a Tory peer claims.
Labour loses bid to overturn planning reforms
The party urged Tory MPs to join it in opposing the government. but was defeated in three votes.
Coronavirus: MPs promised vote on new rules 'wherever possible'
The health secretary's promise comes as the government is warned not to treat MPs "with contempt".
MSP ejected from Holyrood chamber over Sturgeon 'liar' jibe
Tory MSP Oliver Mundell refused to withdraw the remark to the first minister over the Alex Salmond inquiry.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-54357216
Covid-19: Christmas plan for university students, PM says
The prime minister says plans are being put in place to allow university students to return home for the holidays.
Covid: Boris Johnson defends 'strong local' measures to beat virus
Labour asks how people can be expected to understand and follow rules if the PM himself does not.
Brexit: Blow to UK car industry in search for EU deal
Documents seen by the BBC suggest key priorities for the car sector have been rebuffed by Brussels.
Coronavirus: Ministers treating Parliament with 'contempt,' says Speaker Hoyle
The PM is spared a Commons revolt in a vote later - but is warned not to treat Parliament "with contempt".
BLM: Starmer and Johnson on inequality in pregnancy and childbirth
Labour leader calls for an “urgent investigation” into deaths of black women in pregnancy and childbirth on the eve of Black History Month.
PMQs: Starmer and Johnson on coronavirus retractions
Sir Keir Starmer said there is "widespread confusion" over local lockdown rules.
PMQS: Blackford and Johnson on Scotland trust in Westminster
The SNP's Westminster leader says a survey shows 15% of Scots trust the UK government.
PMQs: Saville Roberts and Johnson on lookdown leisure travel
Plaid Cymru’s Westminster leader asks why people can travel into Wales, despite local travel bans.
Ascension Island: Priti Patel considered outpost for UK asylum centre location
The idea of "offshoring" people claiming asylum is dependent on a suitable location, a source said.
Covid: Further curbs 'unacceptable' without Parliamentary backing say MPs
The warning comes as Tory backbenchers hold talks with ministers over greater Parliamentary scrutiny.
Brexit: Government plan gets MPs' final backing
A bill giving the UK the power to override parts of the EU deal passes with a majority of 84.
Boris Johnson 'misspoke' over North East Covid restrictions
Boris Johnson apologises after failing to clarify the detail of new tighter coronavirus restrictions.
Covid: PM promises 'radical' shake-up of adult education
Boris Johnson said funding changes are required to help people find jobs in the post-Covid economy.
Parliament: New peer sports fake fur robes
Baroness Hayman, the newest member of the House of Lords, sported a robe trimmed with synthetic fur for the ceremony.
Ian Paisley 'broke rules' over Maldives family holiday
Ian Paisley apologises after a parliamentary inquiry into 2016 trip but he will not face sanctions.
Foreign butchers and bricklayers 'needed in UK'
Shortages in social care staff are also highlighted in a report from government migration advisers.
Coronavirus: Party conferences in a Covid world
They can't meet up in person this year, so what are the political parties doing instead?
Coronavirus: Early pub closing 'putting shop workers at risk'
Staff in stores selling alcohol after 10pm may be exposed to violence and infection, a union warns.
Covid: Parliament stops alcohol sales after 10pm
But food can still be served after it emerged Parliament's bars are exempt from early closing times.
Covid: Public spending rise could last longer
The government must choose between more austerity and permanently higher spending, a think tank warns.
Covid: Manchester mayor calls for 'urgent review' of 10pm closures
Greater Manchester mayor says the curfew is doing "more harm than good", but ministers defend it.
Claudia Webbe: Leicester MP charged with harassment
Claudia Webbe, the Labour MP for Leicester East, is due to appear in court in November.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-54329384
Covid: Hancock pressured to give MPs say over lockdown rules
MPs are calling for a say over lockdown restrictions before they come into force.
Lib Dems: Ed Davey promises 'to be the voice of carers'
Sir Ed Davey draws on his personal experiences in his first leader's speech at party conference.
Michael Gove: Brexit provisions to stay in Internal Market Bill
The EU wants to see parts of the Internal Market Bill removed, but the UK says the disputed clauses are a "safety net".
Boris Johnson promises to protect 30% of UK's land by 2030
Countries must act now to reverse biodiversity loss, Boris Johnson tells a UN event.
Covid in Scotland: 'Struggling' students told they can return home
Nicola Sturgeon says allowing students to go home for Christmas is a "priority" after new guidance was published.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-54318149
Covid: Labour MP apologises for calling pandemic 'good crisis'
Shadow education secretary Kate Green admitted her comments were "hurtful and offensive".
Covid-19: Up to £10,000 fine for failure to self-isolate in England
Anyone in England who tests positive has a legal duty to self-isolate or face a fine of up to £10,000.
Brexit: Mick Mulvaney says UK and EU can reach a trade deal
US special envoy to Northern Ireland, Mick Mulvaney, urges optimism in relation to Brexit.
Covid: Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden defends students' university return
First-year halls were known to be at risk and outbreaks were "inevitable", top scientist says.
Coronavirus: Support grows for rebel MPs over law
Labour hints it could back Conservatives trying to increase MP scrutiny over lockdown restrictions.
Premier League support for EFL clubs could be reached in coming week - Oliver Dowden
A deal for the Premier League to support lower-league clubs during the coronavirus pandemic "could be reached this week", says Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden.
Liberal Democrats: We'll win more Senedd seats, says Davey
Sir Ed Davey's party currently has no MPs in Wales and just one member of the Welsh Parliament.
Civil service shake-up: Rewiring the government machine or blowing a fuse?
Can Dominic Cummings succeed in shaking up the way civil servants deliver on the PM's promises?
Brexit trade talks: Deal can and must be made, says CBI boss
The head of the Confederation of British Industry urges a "spirit of compromise" as trade talks resume.
Coronavirus: UK pledges £500m to global vaccine-sharing scheme
The PM will call on world leaders to set aside differences as he sets out plans to prevent future pandemics.
Dennis Skinner: Song about ex-MP tops Amazon download charts
A song about the ex-MP has topped the best-seller charts ahead of Kylie Minogue and Bruce Springsteen.
The day Brexit hit boiling point
Former MPs and ministers tell the story of 25 September 2019 - one of Parliament's most dramatic days.
Covid-19: What do scientists think of the PM's plan?
The new coronavirus restrictions have been met with mixed reviews.
What's in Boris Johnson's climate in tray?
The PM promises he won't be caught "lagging" on green polices.
Lockdown learning 'gulf' sparks call to treble pupil premium
Academy leader Steve Chalke says the government must act before poor children suffer "irrevocable damage".
Andrew Neil to leave the BBC 'with heavy heart'
The broadcaster will help launch rival GB News after 25 years at the heart of the BBC's political coverage.
Covid: Ex-minister urges more economic help for women
Caroline Nokes calls for extra support for the beauty sector and others with large female workforces.
UK should 'retain and explain' controversial statues, says minister
Minister Matt Warman says memorials which "teach us about the past" should not be removed from view.
David Cameron: How is his autobiography selling?
The ex-PM published his memoir last year - how does it measure up against books by other former leaders?
Covid: Jobs scheme 'won't stop major rise in unemployment'
Influential think tank the Resolution Foundation warns Rishi Sunak's plan will not "live up to its promise".
Lib Dems 'to focus on what people really need,' says Davey
Leader Sir Ed Davey launches party's fight back after a poor election at online conference.
Labour's Diane Abbott was asked to resign over interview blunder
Labour's former shadow home secretary says Jeremy Corbyn's chief of staff told her to quit.
Brexit: Seven things changing in January and others that remain unresolved
The UK's future relationship with the EU remains uncertain - but some things will be different in 2021.
'A stitch in time saves nine' - what does it mean?
Boris Johnson used the phrase as he announce new coronavirus rules.
Is the world entering a new Cold War?
The recent US-China tensions were laid bare in speeches by Trump and Xi at the UN in New York.
Labour: Historic divisions over patriotism pose challenge for Starmer
The Labour leader says he wants the party to be "proud of being patriotic", but the issue has a complex history.
Coronavirus: How does the Covid-19 alert level system work?
The threat of Covid-19 in England is being ranked through a five-level, colour-coded alert system.
What is the row over UK 'internal markets' all about?
The Scottish and UK governments are gearing up for another constitutional battle over Brexit.
Trade talks: Why chicken, cheese, and cod are a tricky menu
The UK this week pursues simultaneous talks with Japan, the US and EU to secure its post-Brexit future.
Brexit: What is the Northern Ireland protocol and why is it needed?
What is the plan to avoid checks along the Irish border?
What tasks lie ahead on the return to Stormont?
This autumn will see no let up in business for the NI Assembly, as MLAs return to the chamber.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-politics-53986098