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Chris Mason: From inside the room, how Burnham survived first Trump meeting

Burnham seemed nervous at first, knowing how explosive these encounters with Trump can be, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason.

2026-09-23 04:32 | BBC

Trump says he can do business with Burnham but criticises 'terrible' Chagos deal

The UK has proposed handing the Chagos Islands to Mauritius and paying to lease back an important military base.

2026-09-22 21:22 | BBC

Analysis: Lib Dems leave conference buoyed by Davey's message

Concerns over Sir Ed Davey's leadership were dampened by pledges at conference and his performance.

2026-09-22 19:33 | BBC

An arrest, a defection and a new leader - how Reform's 'challenging' week unfolded

How an extraordinary seven days that rocked the party unfolded.

2026-09-20 06:17 | BBC

War may be coming. Are we psychologically ready?

The military and government say the risk of conflict is growing, but we may not be mentally ready for it

2026-09-19 08:34 | BBC

Henry Zeffman: Andy Burnham and his chancellor have a battle on their hands as the Budget approaches

The Budget is only six weeks away and the economy is undoubtedly the biggest challenge facing the prime minister.

2026-09-16 14:52 | BBC

Row over Reform's mega donations has mileage in it yet

The £72m heading towards Reform UK's coffers is transforming the debate at Westminster about politics and money.

2026-09-14 23:51 | BBC

Burnham and Badenoch revive red versus blue politics as Reform land 'gobsmacking' donations

As Reform slip back in the polls, Labour and the Conservatives rediscover a familiar political divide, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

2026-09-12 12:51 | BBC

An extraordinary result - why did MPs reject assisted dying bill this time?

Although supporters say they will try again, for now the momentum has fallen away from a change in the law.

2026-09-11 16:49 | BBC

Henry Zeffman: How Burnham got ready to govern with four key moments mapped out

As the prime minister looks ahead to autumn, Labour figures are asking whether his government represents continuity or change.

2026-09-11 07:09 | BBC

Chris Mason: Burnham looks to show he will go further than Starmer with West Bank sanctions

It is hoped that coordinated action minimises the blowback to any one country from Israel or America, our political editor writes.

2026-09-08 23:52 | BBC

What big issues are on the agenda as Stormont returns after summer?

What challenges face assembly members and ministers as Stormont returns after the summer recess?

2026-09-06 05:45 | BBC

Trump's response is key as Argentina's Falklands demands get louder

With Argentina's President Milei promising "winds of change" over the Falklands, will Donald Trump shift his stance on British rule?

2026-09-05 06:20 | BBC

Why do ex-MPs join the 'Chiltern Hundreds' list?

Sir Keir Starmer is the latest person to take the office as a means of resigning as an MP.

2026-09-05 05:01 | BBC

The dangers of politicians being 'too online' - or not online enough

In an era when reputations can be made or broken with a single post, getting the balance right is tricky.

2026-08-20 00:57 | BBC

Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?

Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.

2026-08-03 09:41 | BBC

Sir John Curtice: The 'Burnham bounce' is real but it's not massive

The governing party's poll ratings have improved but they're only just ahead of Reform.

2026-08-01 09:13 | BBC