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EU set to take legal action against UK over post-Brexit deal changes

The EU is expected to launch legal action against the UK government on Wednesday over its decision to scrap some post-Brexit trade arrangements.

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Boris Johnson tries to reset leadership with housing pledges

Boris Johnson will set out ideas to boost home ownership in England - including allowing benefits to cover mortgage payments - in a speech aimed at… Read more

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Partygate: Boris Johnson urged to explain why fine did not breach ministerial code

Boris Johnson's standards adviser says there is a "legitimate question" over whether the PM broke the ministerial code after getting fined for… Read more

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Civil service pauses fast-track graduate scheme to cut staff numbers

The civil service is pausing its fast-track recruitment process for graduates for at least a year in a move to reduce staffing numbers.

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Partygate: PM says he will not resign following Sue Gray report

Boris Johnson has insisted he will remain as prime minister despite the "bitter and painful" judgement of a report into parties held in Downing Street… Read more

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Cost of living: Government plan to help households could come within days

A government plan to help support people with the rising cost of living could come as soon as Thursday, the BBC understands.

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Afghanistan: UKs withdrawal a disaster inquiry concludes

The UK's withdrawal from Afghanistan last year was a "disaster" and a "betrayal" that will damage the nation's interests for years, an inquiry… Read more

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Partygate: Boris Johnson facing questions after photos emerge

Boris Johnson is facing fresh questions after photos showing the prime minister drinking at an event during a Covid lockdown were published.

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