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Green Party conference: Carla Denyer and Adrian Ramsay on the cost of living

The co-leaders of the Green Party of England and Wales set out of their stall on the economy and environment. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63096179?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

BBC Question Time: 'My mortgage offer went to 10.4% after mini-budget'

A first-time buyer tells Question Time four mortgage offers were withdrawn after market turmoil. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63084380?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

PM quizzed on mini-budget by BBC regional political editors

Liz Truss faces questions about the fallout from her government's mini-budget and what it means to voters around the UK. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63082570?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Chancellor Kwarteng on rises for benefits and pensions in 2023

Kwasi Kwarteng is asked about previous government pledges on triple-lock pensions and rises to benefits. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63075361?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Prime Minister Liz Truss grilled by BBC local radio stations

Listen to some of the key moments from the prime minister’s first interviews since the mini-budget announcement. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63078726?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Liz Truss: We had to take decisive action

The prime minister said ”controversial and difficult decisions” had to be made in the mini-budget. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63071639?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Mark Carney: Government working at cross-purposes with Bank

The former Bank of England governor says there was an "undercutting" of institutions in the mini-budget. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63071638?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Why is the Bank of England buying government debt?

The BBC's Economics Editor Faisal Islam explains why the Bank of England had to act. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63070187?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Labour conference: Delegates 'feel optimistic'

BBC chief political correspondent Nick Eardley reflects on the mood in Liverpool. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63067404?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

UK economy: Government not responsible for market volatility - minister

Andrew Griffith says the UK is dealing with the same issues as other major economies affected by the Ukraine war. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63067857?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Is Truss or Starmer behind Labour bounce?

The BBC's Chris Mason asks Sir Keir Starmer why he thinks Labour is polling better with the public. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63067871?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Starmer: Government should recall Parliament and abandon budget plan

Labour's leader says the government should reverse Friday's statement 'before any more damage is done'. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63065687?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Angela Rayner lists Labour 'legacies' of recent decades

Labour delegates cheer as their deputy leader says her party delivers 99% of what it pledges. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63049522?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Keir Starmer criticises government over fiscal policies

The Labour leader says Conservatives can never again claim to be a party of fiscal responsibility. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63059341?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Labour conference: Key moments from Sir Keir's speech

The Labour leader attempts to reposition his party in a major speech delivered in Liverpool. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63053427?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Labour plan to make UK 'green growth superpower'

Sir Keir Starmer pledges to deliver on Britain having 100% clean power by 2030. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63049521?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Labour conference: Starmer on tax cuts 'for UK's richest 1%'

The Labour leader tells his conference the government has "lost control of the British economy". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63049520?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Labour MP Rosie Duffield on lack of contact with Keir Starmer

Rosie Duffield feels 'safer' being back at the Labour conference this year but has not heard from her leader. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63036605?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Former footballer Gary Neville rules out standing as MP

Interviewed at the Labour conference, former Manchester United footballer Gary Neville says he will not be putting his name forward for frontline politics. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63036601?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Chancellor 'not going to make any comment now' on pound

Kwasi Kwarteng declines to comment on the market reaction since his mini-budget on Friday. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63036598?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Labour's Rachel Reeves blames chancellor for 'concerning' pound fall

Rachel Reeves says unfunded commitments by Kwasi Kwarteng are causing the sell-off of sterling. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63032070?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Labour conference: National anthem sung in tribute to Queen

The national anthem has been sung at Labour conference for the first time in recent memory. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63028128?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Keir Starmer: Labour would reverse cut to top income tax rate

Sir Keir Starmer tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg the income tax plan from the government is "hugely divisive". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63025552?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Keir Starmer on Labour's energy plans: Fossil fuels may be a 'fallback'

Sir Keir Starmer tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg there may be a transition from fossil fuels, as he outlines his renewable energy aims. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63025549?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Mini-budget: Labour attacks chancellor's 'casino economics'

Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner says the big tax cuts in the chancellor's mini-budget are ''reckless.'' from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63019419?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Political Thinking: Jeremy Corbyn on Labour and Tory economic plans

The former Labour leader recalls the “condemnation” he received when he proposed borrowing for the UK economy. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63012404?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Mini-budget: Are there winners and losers?

Faisal Islam explains what the biggest tax cuts in 50 years mean for those across the income scale. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63014787?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

A not-so-mini-budget: What’s it all about?

The BBC’s Nick Eardley sets out the key headlines from the chancellor’s massive shake-up of the UK’s finances. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63013652?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Changes and cuts to income tax revealed in mini-budget

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng scraps the 45% higher rate of income tax and brings forward basic rate cut. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63007503?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

First words from Kwarteng as he sets out mini-budget

The new chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng, says people need to know "help is coming". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62998070?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Boris Johnson warns against a Ukraine-Russia peace deal

There is "absolutely no sign" that Russia wants to reach a deal with Ukraine, says Boris Johnson. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62998067?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Therese Coffey sets out government plan for patients and NHS

Backlogs in the NHS will rise before they fall, the health secretary tells the Commons. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62995343?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Government lifts fracking and shale gas extraction ban

Jacob Rees-Mogg says it is "important" to use all available sources of fuel within the UK rather than import them. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62995336?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Speaker disappointed energy statement not made in Commons

Lindsay Hoyle says he is disappointed news wasn't revealed to Parliament before the media got the details. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62995120?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Labour: Frustration over lack of detail in energy help

The shadow business secretary says there are "major questions" in the government's plan to help businesses. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62984461?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Jacob Rees-Mogg says energy cost burden must be shared

Business Secretary Jacob Rees-Mogg says energy cost increases have to be "borne collectively." from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-62983374?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Liz Truss on bankers bonuses and helping families pay energy bills

Liz Truss is asked 'who's side are you on" over plan to lift cap on bankers' bonuses. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62969929?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Boris Johnson recalls final meeting with the Queen

The former prime minister tells the BBC the Queen was "focused" when they spoke days before her death. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62880078?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

King Charles III responds to condolences in Westminster

The King has made his first visit to Parliament as monarch, with MPs and peers offering their condolences. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62876872?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Queen Elizabeth II: Tears and laughter as politicians pay tribute

Politicians share memories of Queen Elizabeth II during a special session of parliament. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62857092?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Labour leader pays tribute to the Queen in the House of Commons

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer pays tribute to the Queen in the House of Commons. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62850944?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Liz Truss: Queen 'one of the greatest leaders the world has known'

New prime minister Liz Truss pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II in the House of Commons. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62852006?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Theresa May recalls a favourite story about the late Queen

Theresa May shares a favourite story about the Queen and a piece of cheese at a Balmoral picnic. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62853444?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Boris Johnson describes deep and personal sense of loss

Former PM Boris Johnson pays tribute to the Queen in a speech in the House of Commons. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62847754?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Queen Elizabeth II: Flags lowered as Queen's death announced

The union jack was lowered to half-mast at Buckingham Palace, Holyroodhouse and No 10 Downing Street. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62839831?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

A huge shock to the nation and the world, says PM

Prime Minister Liz Truss has said, "we are all devastated" at the news of the Queen's death. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62843295?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Speaker updates Parliament on Queen's health

Lindsay Hoyle interrupts MPs to make a statement on the health of the Queen. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62836583?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Energy crisis: £2,500 price cap for typical households - Truss

A typical household will pay no more than £2,500 a year in energy bills for the next two years. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62831573?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

PMQs: May and Truss celebrate third Conservative woman PM

Theresa May asks Liz Truss why all the female prime ministers had been Conservatives. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62820529?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Deputy PM Therese Coffey does not read social media reaction about her

The new deputy PM says she has had "all sorts of abuse hurled at me for many years". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62820530?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Liz Truss: What do voters in south London make of her?

"Low expectations" or a "competent" prime minister? Voters give their view on Liz Truss. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62815916?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Truss in, Johnson out - the day in 90 seconds

Liz Truss is sworn in as the new prime minister - watch how the day unfolded. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62811785?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Liz Truss outlines her three priorities in first speech

In her first speech, the prime minister said she would focus on tax cuts, the energy crisis and the NHS. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62812691?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Liz Truss's first Downing Street speech as prime minister

After returning from Balmoral, Liz Truss addresses the UK for the first time from Downing Street. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62808801?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Boris Johnson leaves No 10 - his departure speech in full

Outgoing Prime Minister Boris Johnson speaks to the nation outside No 10 Downing Street. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62804887?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Rishi Sunak plans to stay on as MP and says he will stand again

The former chancellor says he is staying in politics after losing the Conservative leadership contest. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62798503?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Truss campaign has shown she's out of touch - Starmer

New Tory leader Liz Truss must show she understands the challenges facing the country, says Sir Keir Starmer. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62799837?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

'Liz Truss can fly the flag for Norfolk proudly'

The new prime minister is praised by Conservative colleagues in the region but criticised by Labour. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-62798015?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Starmer: Energy firms should pay for freeze on utility bills

The Labour leader says there is "no justification" for the incoming PM not to freeze energy bills. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62795285?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Liz Truss promises to act immediately on bills and energy supply

Conservative leadership hopeful Liz Truss says she will immediately act to help people with soaring energy bills if she becomes PM. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62785847?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Rishi Sunak says he can't solve the issue around energy bills for everyone

Tory leadership candidate Rishi Sunak says he would target support pensioners and those on the lowest incomes. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62785848?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Awkward moments and pitfalls on the Conservative campaign trail

Rishi Sunak or Liz Truss will be the new Conservative leader - watch the campaign's memorable moments. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62753199?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Boris Johnson questioned on his legacy as UK PM

Boris Johnson pledges to give his "full and unqualified support" to whoever takes over from him in No 10. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62753342?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Boris Johnson: Go nuclear, go large and go with Sizewell C

Boris Johnson says his government has not "shirked the big decisions" as he announces state backing for a new nuclear reactor. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62753340?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA