politics
English mayors will get new powers to levy tourist taxes
Mayors will be given the power to charge tourists a tax for staying overnight in their towns and cities. Source link
Farage's racism denials are dishonest, says ex-classmate
Peter Ettedgui tells the BBC Nigel Farage targeted antisemitic abuse at him when they were teenagers. Source link
Three things to look out for in the Budget
Chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman talks through what is expected from Rachel Reeves. Source link
Jury trials could be scrapped except in most serious cases
Only cases of alleged murder, rape or manslaughter will be decided by a jury under new proposals to cut court backlogs. Source link
Starmer apologises for leading pupils in 6-7 dance
The prime minister performed a version of the viral dance with primary school children, before being told it was not allowed. Source link
Who is Rachel Reeves?
It has been a turbulent year for Rachel Reeves, who before winning power had promised to be an “iron” chancellor. Source link
Watch: BBC reporter challenges Farage over school racism claims
Nigel Farage insisted he has never engaged in ‘direct, personal’ abuse, following accusations of racism. Source link
Nigel Farage challenged on school racism allegations
The Reform UK leader was responding to reports he made racist remarks to his peers in school. Source link
Reeves urges Labour MPs to unite behind the Budget
The chancellor tries to calm nerves in the Parliamentary Labour Party about her tax and spending plans. Source link
Windrush tsar fears repeat of citizenship scandal
Clive Foster expresses concerns over the government’s proposals to tackle illegal migration. Source link