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Suella Braverman on migrants arriving on Kent coast

The home secretary tells MPs illegal immigration is "out of control" in the UK. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63460672?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Russia faces severe consequences if nuclear used - minister

The UK foreign secretary accuses President Putin of "irresponsible talk" about nuclear weapons. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63460676?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

MP Roger Gale: Manston turned into refugee camp for 4,000 people

A Kent MP describes how conditions worsened at Manston in three days between his visits as 1,500 more people were sent there. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63460673?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Suella Braverman: 'Error of judgement' appointing her to Home Office - Cooper

Labour's shadow home secretary says there are still questions to be answered about Braverman's email security lapse. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63445641?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Suella Braverman: Michael Gove satisfied Braverman coming back to office was right

The Levelling Up secretary says he does not want people to "rush to judgement" on Suella Braverman's email security lapse. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63445640?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Ros Atkins on... Brexit and the UK economy

Rishi Sunak says he wants to build an economy that embraces the opportunities of Brexit. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63426412?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

UK PM Rishi Sunak defends decision to skip COP climate summit

Rishi Sunak says it is right he "focuses on the... depressing domestic challenges" the UK faces in its economy, from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63429727?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Suella Braverman deserves a second chance, says minister

Baroness Neville-Rolfe says Rishi Sunak was right to reappoint the home secretary. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63414798?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

How did Rishi Sunak's first Prime Minister's Questions go?

The BBC's deputy political editor Vicki Young assesses the mood following Rishi Sunak's first PMQs. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63407679?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Sunak 'stands by' manifesto commitment on fracking

Green MP Caroline Lucas asks Rishi Sunak if he will reverse a decision by Liz Truss to allow fracking with local consent. He says he will stand by a manifesto pledge to ban it. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63313538?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

PMQs: Blackford and Sunak on how much benefits will rise

The SNP Westminster leader says people are facing a "winter of uncertainty ahead". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63399202?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Keir Starmer's first PMQs question to PM Rishi Sunak

The Labour leader welcomes Rishi Sunak as the first British Asian prime minister, calling it a “significant moment" from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63399203?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Jeremy Hunt will present Autumn Statement on November 17

The chancellor had been expected to announce his economic plans next week. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63399201?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Jacob Rees-Mogg presents bill from backbenches hours after resigning

He resigned from his post as business secretary amidst a reshuffle of cabinet ministers. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63386275?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Sir Ed Davey: Sunak as chancellor made dreadful decisions

The new PM “failed to see the cost of living crisis coming” when he was chancellor says the Liberal Democrat leader. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63386272?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Yet another PM, yet another No 10 lectern

As Rishi Sunak takes office, we look what else has changed on Downing street. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63385844?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Rishi Sunak speaks for first time as prime minister

The new British prime minister gives his first address to the nation from Downing Street. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63385601?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Sunak on Truss: 'Some mistakes were made'

New PM Rishi Sunak pays tribute to his predecessor, saying her errors were not borne of ill will. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63386624?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Sunak's rise to PM a 'ground-breaking milestone' - Biden

US President Joe Biden says it "matters" that the UK will have its first British Asian prime minister. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63381776?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Rishi Sunak: Your questions answered

The BBC's Ione Wells answers your questions on the UK's next prime minister. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63380804?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Rishi Sunak: Another UK prime minister... the whirlwind day in 58 seconds

Rishi Sunak will be the UK's next prime minister after winning the Conservative Party leadership contest. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63379215?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Angela Rayner on Rishi Sunak winning Conservative leadership

Conservatives have broken their promises and broken the economy says Labour’s deputy leader. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63376998?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

'The third prime minister in a matter of seven weeks'

The BBC's political editor Chris Mason reports on the Tory leadership announcement. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63372838?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Rishi Sunak will be next UK prime minister

Rishi Sunak will be the next prime minister after no other rivals came forward to challenge him. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63373382?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory leadership: Labour 'not complacent', says Keir Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer is asked whether the party's current lead in the polls is down to Tory party tribulations. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63363877?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Prime minister race: Penny Mordaunt says campaign isn't about Boris Johnson

Penny Mordaunt tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg she is confident of her support to reach the ballot. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63363875?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Boris Johnson back as PM isn't practical - Dominic Raab

Boris Johnson's former deputy, Dominic Raab, explains why he can't support him returning as prime minister. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63356151?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Why has Liz Truss resigned as prime minister?

The BBC's Leila Nathoo explains the latest after Prime Minister Liz Truss' resignation. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63337334?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Nicola Sturgeon calls for election after after Liz Truss resignation

Scotland's first minister has said a UK general election is now a "democratic imperative" from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-63336570?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Liz Truss resignation: Lib Dem leader on Tory leadership contest

Sir Ed Davey criticises the records of Liz Truss and Boris Johnson as PMs as Conservatives look for a new leader. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63333236?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

'What a mess' - Sir Keir on Tory party leadership

The Labour leader repeats his call for a general election to tackle 'utter chaos' shortly after the PM resigned. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63333233?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Westminster's day of chaos... in 70 seconds

A blistering resignation, a new home secretary and allegations of bullying as another chaotic day unfolds. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63322000?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

'This is utter chaos' - Labour's Yvette Cooper

In the Commons, the shadow home secretary calls for a government statement on security issues in the Home Office. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63313544?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

A feisty PMQs... in just 50 seconds

As questions are asked about her future, Liz Truss faces Sir Keir Starmer in the House of Commons. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63313536?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

PMQs: Liz Truss v Keir Starmer in full

The prime minister and the Labour leader spar in the House of Commons. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63311331?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

James Cleverly: 'No certainty' on pensions yet

The foreign secretary says the chancellor will announce his plans "in the very very near future". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63311329?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Liz Truss: What do Conservative Party members think?

Conservative Party members give their verdict on the prime minister after a tumultuous few weeks. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63313741?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Chinese officials beat protesters in Manchester, says MP Alicia Kearns

Alicia Kearns says the Chinese consul-general was seen "ripping down posters" at the demonstration. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63305401?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

TUC leader warns government over changes to strike laws

Frances O'Grady says legal advice finds plans to change thresholds over strike action breach international law. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63300760?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory MP: Truss-Hunt partnership best option

Andrew Mitchell says "other things will have to happen" if the partnership between the PM and her new chancellor does not work. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63300756?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Another whirlwind day for politics... in 60 seconds

As more radical policy ideas were blitzed by the new chancellor, PM Liz Truss kept a low profile. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63282497?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Shadow chancellor: Tories have set fire to everything

Rachel Reeves claims the Conservatives “are clinging on for themselves” despite the cost to the country. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63286889?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Scottish pound would be introduced in independent Scotland

There is no fixed timetable for the introduction of a Scottish pound, FM Nicola Sturgeon said. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-63288823?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Gone, gone, gone: Faisal Islam lists scrapped tax plans

The BBC economics editor says the plan to ditch tax cuts is the 'biggest U-turn in British economic history'. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63286886?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Jeremy Hunt - Hard decisions ahead

Speaking to Laura Kuenssberg, the new chancellor was quizzed about what economic changes the public should expect. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63276095?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

A dizzying 24 hours for UK politics... in under a minute

The day started with one Chancellor and ended with another, with a lot of turbulence in between. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63265063?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

In full: PM holds press conference after sacking chancellor

Liz Truss makes a brief statement following a day of turmoil, announcing a U-turn on a major economic policy. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63257456?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

PM confirms Hunt as new chancellor

Jeremy Hunt replaces Kwasi Kwarteng, who had been in the job for just a few weeks. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63257454?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

In full: Kwasi Kwarteng's BBC interview amid U-turn rumours

Kwasi Kwarteng admits there was 'some turbulence' in the economy after last month's mini-budget. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63246036?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Kwasi Kwarteng: I am not going anywhere

The chancellor acknowledges "some turbulence" after the mini-budget - but insists he will keep his job. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63246031?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

James Cleverly: Changing leadership disastrously bad idea

The foreign secretary defended the mini-budget that triggered market turmoil. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63241256?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

PM Liz Truss rules out cuts to public spending

Liz Truss says she "absolutely" rules out making cuts to public spending. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63228454?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Blackford accuses Truss of 'scapegoating' Bank of England governor

The SNP's Westminster leader says Liz Truss is trying to save Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63228455?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Truss: The last thing we need is a general election

Liz Truss dismisses a Labour MP's claim that polls show 60% of the country want an “immediate” general election. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63228452?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Commons: Speaker's tribute 20 years on from Bali bombings

Lindsay Hoyle gives his "heartfelt condolences” to those who survived and the families of the dead. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63228456?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Jacob Rees-Mogg blames interest rates for economic turmoil

The business secretary disagrees with the assertion that the government's mini-budget sparked market uncertainty. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63228024?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Robot falls asleep while being quizzed by Lords

Humanoid robot artist Ai-Da needs a reset after being quizzed by a Lords committee about how she creates art. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63221954?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Jamie Oliver: PMs have not taken child health seriously

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver says ensuring schoolchildren have nutritious meals will lead to a "better GDP". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63216239?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Nicola Sturgeon: No regret for 'I detest the Tories' jibe

Scotland's first minister defends her comments after Nadhim Zahawi calls her language "dangerous". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63194542?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

UK energy: Nadhim Zahawi says blackouts extremely unlikely

The cabinet minister says people can enjoy Christmas and feel the government is helping them with bills. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63191365?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Nicola Sturgeon: I detest the Tories...but will try to work with Truss

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon speaks to the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg about working with the new PM. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63191364?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Renewables are the route to energy security - Nicola Sturgeon

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says renewable energy is the way to lower energy costs and have energy security. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-63172961?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Analysis of the prime minister's conference speech

Political Correspondent Ione Wells gives us her analysis of the prime minister's conference speech. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63149977?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Macron is a friend, Putin is the foe - Liz Truss

Liz Truss calls French President Emmanuel Macron a “friend” after previously saying the "jury is out". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63165087?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory conference: Key moments from Liz Truss’s speech

The prime minister vows to focus on “growth, growth and growth” at the Conservative Party conference in Birmingham. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63148644?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

How did Liz Truss's Tory conference speech go down?

The BBC's Nick Eardley assesses the mood after Liz Truss's first conference speech as prime minister. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63148643?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory conference: Liz Truss critical of 'anti-growth coalition'

Liz Truss speaks out against what she calls the "anti-growth coalition" in her conference speech. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63143847?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory conference: Moment Truss speech interrupted by protesters

Greenpeace campaigners heckle the prime minister a few minutes into her party conference speech. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63143848?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory conference: Truss arrives on stage to M People track

The prime minister walks on stage to the 1993 track Moving on Up. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63144620?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory conference: Braverman on cutting channel boat crossings for migrants

The home secretary says the UK has to find a way to make its Rwanda plan "work" to stop those crossing the Channel in boats. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63131893?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory conference: Truss still wants to see top tax rate cut

The PM says she has listened to feedback on her abandoned plans to lower the 45p tax rate. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63131885?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory conference: Liz Truss declines to say she trusts Kwasi Kwarteng

The prime minister was asked several times if she trusts Kwasi Kwarteng with future policy decisions. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63128448?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Conservative members react to the Chancellor's speech

Kwasi Kwarteng delivers his first conference speech as chancellor following a U-turn on tax policy. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63125717?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory conference: 'What a day' says Kwarteng in speech

Kwasi Kwarteng says cancelling the plan to lower the top rate of tax has caused a "little turbulence". from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63119978?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Brexit: Steve Baker sorry for behaviour towards Ireland during talks

The Minister of State in the Northern Ireland Office has been speaking at the Conservative Party conference. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-63111777?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Chancellor pressed over whose idea it was to ditch tax plan

Kwasi Kwarteng says that he has taken responsibility for the income tax plan after a government U-turn. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63115285?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Chancellor defends income tax cut U-turn

Kwasi Kwarteng says the plans had become a 'distraction' from challenges facing the country. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-63114409?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Tory conference: Liz Truss will lose 45p tax rate vote, says Shapps

The former cabinet minister tells the BBC's Chris Mason that Liz Truss should do a U-turn about the 45p tax rate. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63111779?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Conservative Gove voices concerns over mini-budget

Former minister Michael Gove criticises plans to borrow money in order to fund tax cuts. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63107188?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

PM Liz Truss' mixed news on benefits and pensions

The prime minister says pensions will rise in line with inflation, but the situation with benefits is unclear. from BBC News - Politics https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-63107185?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA