politics
Tice's 'suck it up' message reignites Reform scandal
An image of Reform UK’s deputy leader is said to jokingly reference a former controversy for the party. Source link
'Damning' evidence of political pressure to open scandal-hit hospital – Sarwar
The Scottish Labour leader says documents prove ministers pushed for the country’s largest hospital to open early. Source link
Government u-turn over council election
Pendle Borough Council will now be allowed to postpone May’s local elections. Source link
Essex county election going ahead – minister
Government minister Steve Reed writes to Essex County Council saying their election will take place. Source link
Council leader resigns after election postponement
The leader and his Labour cabinet majority twice approved decisions opposed by most councillors. Source link
Police make fifth arrest over arson attacks on properties linked to PM
Three men, already charged in connection with attacks on two properties and car, are due to stand trial in April. Source link
Chris Mason: Inside China's Great Hall of the People
Chris Mason explains why the prime minister is there, and what he hopes to achieve. Source link
Labour blocking my MP bid was hard to take, says Burnham
The Greater Manchester mayor said he would be campaigning in support of Labour in Gorton and Denton. Source link
Starmer says 'good progress' on tariffs and visa-free travel in China talks
The PM says he also raised the jailing of pro-democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai in his meeting with President Xi. Source link
Keep suspended pupils in school, ministers say
Changes to England’s school system say on-site suspensions should be used for non-violent behaviour. Source link