Five grooming gang survivors back Jess Phillips to stay in charge
Another group of survivors have said they would only consider re-joining the panel if Phillips resigned....
France backing away from pledge to intercept migrant boats, sources tell BBC
The commitment has been hit by delays, with political turmoil in France partly to blame....
Source of Miliband’s energy bill pledge casts doubt on savings
The expert behind the research on which a £300 savings pledge is based says the promise is “tricky” to deliver....
Why is there a row over the grooming gangs inquiry?
A national inquiry into grooming gangs in England and Wales is in turmoil – how did we get here?...
Cabinet crowd into Commons for Rayner’s resignation speech
The former deputy PM says her resignation had been “incredibly tough” on her family in an emotional speech....
Reeves considering tax hike for lawyers and accountants
The chancellor has indicated any tax rises in next month’s Budget are likely to be focused on wealthy individuals....
Mahmood says Home Office ‘not yet fit for purpose’
The home secretary’s response comes after The Times revealed a report calling the Home Office “dysfunctional”....
Voters go to the polls in key Caerphilly by-election
Voters head to the polls in a by-election to choose a member of the Senedd....
Four survivors call for minister to quit as row deepens over grooming inquiry
They say they will rejoin the inquiry if Jess Phillips quits, but sources say she has the government’s full support....
Boris Johnson left the Covid Inquiry in a hurry – he’ll be pleased not to come back
School closures seemed the only option but lockdowns probably went “too far” , former PM tells Covid Inquiry....