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IrelandScotlandWalesReform receives record £36m donation from crypto billionaireBen Delo's donation, the biggest single sum ever given to a political party in the UK, comes amid scrutiny of Reform's finances.23 mins agoPoliticsMPs vote against fresh attempt to legalise assisted dyingThe proposed law sought to introduce one of the biggest societal changes in recent years.5 hrs agoPoliticsUK government rejects 'kill switch' idea for dangerous AIThe Cabinet Office, which leads on AI safety, says the UK "cannot simply turn AI off".16 hrs agoTechnologyRayner defends pause to local council overhaulThe cabinet minister tells the BBC she wanted to ensure the plans could survive potential legal actions.1 day agoPoliticsAn extraordinary result - why did MPs reject assisted dying bill this time?Although supporters say they will try again, for now the momentum has fallen away from a change in the law.14 hrs agoPoliticsPolanski selected as Green Party candidate for Starmer's former seatThe Green Party leader said the party is the "underdog" in Holborn and St Pancras but "can win".20 hrs agoPoliticsHenry Zeffman: How Burnham got ready to govern with four key moments mapped outAs the prime minister looks ahead to autumn, Labour figures are asking whether his government represents continuity or change.24 hrs agoPoliticsPolice boss criticised for 127-date theatre tourColin Sutton says it will not impinge on his police and crime commissioner work. Vets can diagnose bluetongue to cut test delaysThe government announces the change in approach as the virus continues to spread in the UK.Labour mayors in England vow to cap tourist tax at 5%Reform UK and the Conservatives have criticised plans for the new levy on visitors' overnight stays.Badenoch denies housing benefit cuts plan would make people homelessThe Conservatives say £4bn could be cut from the housing benefit bill to help fund increased defence spending.Ex-Tory campaign chief pleads guilty over election betAnthony Lee passed confidential information to his wife Laura Lee about when the 2024 election would be held.Features and analysisFaisal Islam: Chancellor's attempts to boost vibes may limit tax risesThe new leadership is trying to maintain both confidence and the promotion of economic animal spirits.Why Reform UK undercover donations claims are legally complicatedA look at the key allegations concerning foreign donations and where they sit with the law.What big issues are on the agenda as Stormont returns after summer?What challenges face assembly members and ministers as Stormont returns after the summer recess?Track UK's latest migration numbers - net migration, visas, asylum and small boatsUse our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UKWhy do ex-MPs join the 'Chiltern Hundreds' list?Sir Keir Starmer is the latest person to take the office as a means of resigning as an MP.From our Political Editor Chris MasonChris Mason: Burnham looks to show he will go further than Starmer with West Bank sanctionsIt is hoped that coordinated action minimises the blowback to any one country from Israel or America, our political editor writes.Reform UK winded by donations row as insiders call for shift in approachNigel Farage's admirers in the party are calling for a stronger operation as the party aims for power.Chris Mason: Reform face headwinds as they gather for conferenceThe party's continued prominence has brought what prominence always brings: scrutiny, says BBC political editor Chris Mason.Nigel Farage insists he's 'broken no rules'The Reform leader has been dogged by questions over his finances after receiving a £5 million sum from Christopher Harborne.Chris Mason: Will Burnham find PMQs as 'nail biting' and 'nerve wracking' as Blair did?Curiously, the questions at lunchtime may well feel like a minor extension of what he faced on Tuesday, the BBC's political editor writes. BBC InDepthThe dangers of politicians being 'too online' - or not online enoughIn an era when reputations can be made or broken with a single post, getting the balance right is tricky.Burnham's 'Manchesterism' got him to No 10 - but will it work for the UK?Economics editor Faisal Islam examines whether the north-west city can be a template for the entire country.Sir John Curtice: The 'Burnham bounce' is real but it's not massiveThe governing party's poll ratings have improved but they're only just ahead of Reform.Our exclusive behind-the-scenes access at No 10 as Andy Burnham became PMLaura Kuenssberg was given unprecedented access to the new prime minister’s first days in power. Ruthless plotter? Flip-flopper? Dad dancer? Insiders reveal the real Andy BurnhamWho is the real Andy Burnham? Laura Kuenssberg talks to more than 20 people who know him to work it outWatch/ListenWhy are plans for Gloucestershire's 'super council' on hold?Seven councils were to be merged into one in Gloucestershire but the government has paused its national plans over legal queries.Highest paid world leader to get $1m salary increaseSingapore's government says it will raise the annual salaries of its ministers and other office holders, including its prime minister who is the highest paid political leader in the world.AfD celebrate projected win in Saxony-AnhaltAfD leaders celebrated tonight as exit polls projected a big lead in the Saxony-Anhalt vote.Farage's family want him to 'pack it in and walk away'Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, says that for the first time in his career his family he doesn't have his family's support,Reform supporters say how Britain could be betterYoung supporters give their views as the Reform UK party conference takes place in Birmingham.
