politics
Rural Labour MPs signal concern at farm tax plans
Dozens of the party’s rural backbenchers are thought to have abstained at an initial vote on the plans. Source link
MPs warn China spy trial failures could happen again
A damning report finds a “shambolic” system could lead to future espionage cases being dropped. Source link
Reform politician's racist Chinese slur 'caused a lot of hurt'
Members of Wales’ Chinese community say seeing a politician use a racist slur is “very upsetting”. Source link
Chinese mega embassy could bring security advantages, says No 10
Some believe China’s mega-embassy could be a hub for espionage in the heart of London. Source link
Army fixing 6,000 support trucks grounded over safety issues
Defence Minister Luke Pollard tells MPs fixing safety issues when they are reported is standard practice. Source link
Government plans to scrap some jury trials
The BBC’s Henry Zeffman breaks down government plans to scrap Jury trials in England and Wales, for crimes that carry a likely sentence of less than three years. Source link
Ex-ballerina and former minister in race to be next Lord Speaker
Deborah Bull and Michael Forsyth are the two candidates standing to replace Lord McFall of Alcluith. Source link
Plaid Cymru confirms budget talks with Welsh Labour
Talks focus on NHS and councils as Plaid says it is ready to get Wales out of a “hole made by Labour”. Source link
Ex-Reform MP Rupert Lowe sets up party
Great Yarmouth First will represent needs of the town only, says founder Rupert Lowe. Source link
Reeves did not mislead on challenges facing UK ahead of Budget, says OBR official
Prof David Miles tells MPs the messaging given by the chancellor was “not inconsistent” with the situation she faced. Source link