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IrelandScotlandWalesMan arrested on suspicion of murder after death of Ann WiddecombeThere was initially no suggestion of suspicious circumstances when her death was announced on Friday morning. 6 hrs agoUKAnn Widdecombe murder probe: What we know so farPolice say they are searching for a suspect in connection with the former MP's death at her home on Dartmoor.11 hrs agoUKLabour under Burnham will be faster and bolder, says minister Lisa Nandy was speaking as 322 Labour MPs voted to back Burnham, meaning he is likely to become leader.12 hrs agoPoliticsClacton by-election date set for 13 AugustThe by-election is triggered after Nigel Farage MP stood down, but he intends to stand again.17 hrs agoEssexStarmer got Labour off to bad start on Gaza, Lammy saysThe deputy prime minister tells the BBC Labour's initial response to the conflict was "problematic".12 hrs agoPoliticsMet police investigating Reform over election donations - reportsThe investigation is looking into donations made to Reform UK by the mother of the convicted fraudster George Cottrell, according to the Times.16 hrs agoPoliticsDisability benefit review considers alternatives to cash paymentsA minister says the review is looking at whether some claimants could be pointed to other kinds of help.14 hrs agoPoliticsA bin, two foxes and a mystic: the candidates fighting ClactonThe full list of candidates who have declared they intend to fight the Clacton by-election. 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Ex-Manchester mayor set to be the next prime ministerThe outgoing Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader following his return to Westminster.Andy Burnham's path to becoming prime ministerThe former Greater Manchester mayor is set to become the next Labour leader and prime minister.How a rise in ADHD benefits claims is adding to welfare spending challengeMore than 100,000 people with ADHD as their main condition receive Pip, latest figures show, an increase of 40% since Labour came to power.Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigningIn an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.The massive scramble behind the scenes before the new PM arrivesAs Starmer gets ready to pack his bags, there's a "bunfight for jobs" in Whitehall, one MP tells Laura Kuenssberg.From our Political Editor Chris MasonAnn Widdecombe's 'extraordinary' characterThe BBC's political editor reflects on Widdecombe's life after the former government minister's death.Pugnacious, charismatic and she always answered the question - Chris Mason on WiddecombePlenty in Westminster who knew her, whether they agreed with her or not, found her immensely likeable.Will we get a bank holiday if England wins World Cup?The BBC's Chris Mason has been travelling with the prime minister for the Nato summit and asked a few questions.Chris Mason: Farage called by-election from weak position - and it could backfire on himThe Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.Chris Mason: Farage attempts to seize back the agenda after finance rowHis aim throughout the forthcoming campaign is to clearly frame this by-election as "the people versus the establishment".BBC InDepthThe Nowak murder has lit a match under British politics. This is how we got hereThe police response to the murder of Henry Nowak has triggered a heated transatlantic debate.Is it harder than ever to be prime minister?Discontent with the political class is greater than ever - has the UK become ungovernable?Relish and dread as Starmer 'shambles' hangs over Scotland and Wales electionsLaura Kuenssberg travels to Wales and Scotland to speak to candidates and voters ahead of May 7 polls.Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson messThe decision to send Peter Mandelson to Washington has become a scandal that just won't go away for Labour.As Starmer faces war overseas, his party can't find peace at homeBritish politicians tend to stick together during dangerous moments abroad. In 2026? Not so much.Watch/ListenAnn Widdecombe's 'extraordinary' characterThe BBC's political editor reflects on Widdecombe's life after the former government minister's death.Watch: Police confirm 26 year-old suspect in custodyA 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of Ann Widdecombe, police say.Watch: Ann Widdecombe's last public appearanceThe politician was found dead on Thursday, after her last public appearance on TalkTV the day before.Watch: 'Shocked' and 'upset' - Starmer, Badenoch and Farage respondThe prime minister and opposition leader spoke after the police announced a murder investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe.Ann Widdecombe: strictly, politics and performanceFormer Conservative minister turned Reform UK spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe has died aged 78.
