Former minister not selected to stand in election
David Duguid says he has not been chosen to stand for re-election by the Scottish Conservatives following a period of ill-health....
Starmer accuses Sunak of lying about Labour tax plans
Labour leader says all his party’s policies are “fully funded” and mean no tax rises for working people....
Growing backlash after Tory chair lands safe seat
Richard Holden’s selection in Basildon and Billericay is branded a “slap in the face” for local Tories....
Chris Mason: Will Sunak’s dubious tax claim stick in voters’ minds?
It’s important to unpick the claims on all sides so you can come to an understanding, the BBC’s political editor says....
Woman charged after milkshake thrown over Farage
A 25-year-old woman is due in court in July after the Reform UK leader had a drink thrown over him....
Leaders mark D-Day anniversary with veterans pledges
Promises include cutting veterans railcards costs and setting up an armed forces commissioner....
Lib Dem leader Ed Davey fined for speeding
Sir Ed Davey paid a fine after being caught doing 73mph in a 60mph zone on the M1 motorway....
Faiza Shaheen to stand as an independent candidate
The former Labour Party candidate quit the party after her deselection for Chingford and Woodford Green....
Full line-up confirmed for BBC election debate
Conservative Penny Mordaunt and Labour’s deputy leader Angela Rayner will appear alongside participants from five other parties....
FM won’t quit after losing vote of no confidence
Vaughan Gething says he will stay in post after losing the vote when Labour members were sick....
