politics
Will the UK ban social media for under 16s?
As a US trial finds Meta and Google intentionally built addictive social media platforms, will the UK change its rules? Source link
Liberal Democrats launch new maternity care pledge
Leader of the Liberal Democrats, Sir Ed Davey, says his proposal will be “challenging”. Source link
'Dedicated' former MP dies aged 92
David Winnick is described as a “true legend” and “dedicated” public servant following his death. Source link
Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is launching his party’s push to take control of more councils at a rally in Sunderland. Source link
More than 13 million living in poverty, new figures show
The level rose slightly on the previous year while the number of children living in poverty has remained steady. Source link
Tories launch Welsh election campaign promising lower taxes
Welsh Conservative leader Darren Millar said only his party offered Welsh voters “real, credible, positive change”. Source link
King's Speech to take place days after key May elections
King Charles III will attend Parliament to read out the government’s legislative agenda for the coming months. Source link
Speaker urged to make PM answer the question
The public are growing tired of Sir Keir Starmer’s conduct at PMQs, according to letters obtained by the BBC. Source link
Far-fetched to think McSweeney faked phone theft, says PM
Messages relating to Lord Peter Mandelson’s appointment as US ambassador could have been lost in the alleged theft. Source link
Findlay felt capable of killing attacker but says 'I'm not a scrapper'
The Scottish Conservative leader discussed his visceral reaction to an acid attack in 2015 with the BBC’s Scotcast. Source link