Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues
Whoever Burnham appoints to the key role will send a signal of his intent, writes Iain Watson....
Tributes and tears as Starmer takes final Prime Minister’s Questions
The prime minister told MPs it was “the end of my political journey”, and that he was “proud of everything I have achieved”....
Watch Starmer sign off final PMQs to standing ovation
The prime minister received applause and cheers from his party and other MPs after giving his final answer....
Reform UK proposes £100m ’round-the-clock’ security plan for MPs
The policy was announced after police said party spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe was killed in a “targeted attack”....
Starmer and Burnham hail Hillsborough Law as MPs give approval
The legislation cleared the House of Commons in Sir Keir Starmer’s final days as prime minister....
Government failing Farage over security, says Jenrick
It comes as the police investigation into Ann Widdecombe’s death sparks renewed debate over politicians’ security....
Ann Widdecombe suspect not known to Prevent as counter terrorism police take over investigation
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirmed the suspect was not known to the government’s anti-terrorism programme in an update to MPs....
Chris Mason: Investigation into Widdecombe’s death rekindles debate over how to protect politicians
Many MPs blame social media for normalising violent language and abuse, the BBC’s political editor writes....
Burnham cements Labour leadership with backing of 349 MPs
The MP for Makerfield is on track to become the prime minister next week after receiving the support of the vast majority of Labour MPs....
Counter terrorism police take over investigation into Ann Widdecombe’s death
The man in custody has since been re-arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism, police say....