Chris Mason: Tory gloom ahead of triple by-election test
The government faces the possibility of losing all three seats in Thursday’s polls....
Two-child benefit cap: Keir Starmer to face challenge from Labour policy body
The Labour leader’s refusal to scrap the limit will be raised at a meeting of the party’s policy body....
Visa rules eased for building and fishing industry
Construction workers and fishermen now face lower fees and requirements to qualify for skilled worker visas....
Jamie Driscoll: North of Tyne mayor quits Labour party
Jamie Driscoll says he will will continue as mayor of North of Tyne as an independent....
Government to miss 40 new hospitals target – watchdog
The National Audit Office has found the project is behind schedule and not delivering value for money....
Plan to crack down on ‘rip-off’ university degrees
University courses will have to limit student numbers if they do not lead to highly-skilled jobs....
Keir Starmer won’t commit to more money for public services
The Labour leader says his party will always invest in public services but reform is also needed....
Ben Wallace to quit as defence secretary at next Cabinet reshuffle
The senior Tory will also step down as an MP at the next general election, he tells the Sunday Times....
Laura Kuenssberg: What could go wrong for Keir Starmer?
The Labour leader is quietly preparing for power but he can’t take anything for granted – here’s why....
Illegal Migration Bill: Jenrick sees no more compromises on migration bill
The government hopes to pass the Illegal Migration Bill before the summer recess....