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Airbnb panic as 2 more EU countries set for crackdown after Spain triggers 'domino effect'

Experts fear Italy will be the next country in Europe to target Airbnbs after Spain triggered a "domino effect" by introducing strict new laws that could affect British holidaymakers.Protests are...

Britain’s high streets are plagued by foreign gangs selling fake cigarettes and drugs

Britain’s high streets are in the grip of foreign gangs who are selling fake cigarettes and drugs, and employing illegal migrants, according to a new report. Worse, the Government is failing to...

Jeremy Corbyn confirms new left-wing party as Keir Starmer set for 'massive headache'

Jeremy Corbyn is to launch a new left-wing party which allies say will cause “massive headaches” for Sir Keir Starmer and Labour. The left-wing former Labour leader said: “Real change is...

US House passes Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' with cuts to Medicaid and food stamps

In a late night legislative session, House Republicans secured the passage of Donald Trump's colossal spending bill, often referred to as the "big, beautiful bill," swaying crucial GOP sceptics to...

Palestine Action ban to become law as it passes final hurdle - but could face legal fight

A ban on Palestine Action as a terror group is poised to become law after peers backed the Government move at Westminster but faces a legal bid to block it. The House of Lords backed proscribing the...

Government makes big concessions to win welfare vote

Government makes big concessions to win welfare vote1 hour agoKate WhannelPolitical reporterHouse of CommonsThe government has won a vote on its benefits bill by 75 votes, but only after offering...

Who are the welfare bill rebels? Find out how your MP voted

Who are the welfare bill rebels? Find out how your MP voted24 minutes agoEPAMPs have voted for changes to the welfare system which alters the criteria for some benefits.After weeks of deliberation,...

Chris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead

Chris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead13 minutes agoChris MasonPolitical editor•@ChrisMasonBBCReuters"I've not had as much quality time with my colleagues since the Brexit wars,"...

Keir Starmer's welfare cuts to plunge 150,000 more people into poverty

At least 150,000 more people will be pushed into relative poverty by the end of 2029-30 because of welfare changes, the government’s modelling has suggested. The figure is down from the 250,000...

Huge carry-on baggage update as easyJet, Ryanair and Wizz charges set to be axed

Passengers flying on EU airlines might soon enjoy the perk of carrying handbags up to 7kg without incurring additional fees if a new law under consideration is passed.The EU Parliament’s transport...

Keir Starmer has shown weakness – now Labour rebels are poised to attack PIP cuts

What is it with all those Labour MPs? Can’t they see how ridiculous and unsupportable it is that the number of people claiming Personal Independence Payments (PIPs) has nearly doubled in the last...

Dame Esther Rantzen urges Lords not to hold up assisted dying bill

Assisted dying campaigner Dame Esther Rantzen has urged members of the House of Lords not to block landmark legislation on the issue.The Terminally Ill Adults (End Of Life) Bill cleared the Commons...

Esther Rantzen urges Lords not to block assisted dying

Esther Rantzen urges Lords not to block assisted dying30 minutes agoMaia DaviesBBC NewsGetty ImagesDame Esther Rantzen has appealed to the House of Lords not to block a bill giving terminally ill...

MPs back assisted dying bill in historic Commons vote

MPs back assisted dying bill in historic Commons vote34 minutes agoKate WhannelPolitical reporterJennifer McKiernanPolitical reporter•@_JennyMcKiernanIn a historic vote, MPs have approved a bill...

How did my MP vote on assisted dying?

How did my MP vote on assisted dying?21 minutes agoData journalism teamBBC VerifyMPs have voted to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales after their final debate on the change in the law.After...