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IrelandScotlandWalesNo 10 appears to backtrack on PM's freedom of movement referendum suggestionThe PM says he wants to start a conversation about potential options for the UK's future relationship with the EU.11 mins agoPoliticsHealey to shield low-income pensioners from income tax in the BudgetChanges are needed to prevent the full, flat-rate state pension becoming liable for income tax after it rises in April.7 hrs agoPoliticsBoard of Deputies of British Jews declares Greens to be racist partyThe Jewish body's vote comes in response to the Green Party passing a "Zionism is racism" policy motion.23 hrs agoPoliticsBudget to include £1bn for social and affordable housingThe move will take funding for the 10-year programme to more than £40bn.1 day agoPoliticsFunding set to double for plan to get rough sleepers off streets by ChristmasBurnham made ending rough sleeping his first pledge when entering Downing Street in July.6 hrs agoPoliticsHealey's Budget needs to sustain the stronger economy through gathering cloudsThe economic is positive now but come January things could become trickier for the Labour government17 hrs agoBBC InDepthStudents like new tenancy freedoms - but landlords warn of higher rentsThe Renters' Rights Act gives greater flexibility to leave a tenancy but the changes have posed challenges for student landlords.2 days agoPoliticsBurnham suggests stocking up on tinned food and bottled waterThe prime ministers says unexpected events seem to be becoming more common and it was wise to prepare.Tory activist in 'contract killing broker' claim had worked for party HQJack Ross was contracted to do social media work for the party until earlier this year, the BBC has been told.Chancellor says he will cut 'pointless paperwork' to save businesses up to £800mMinisters say the changes in regulations will reduce unnecessary bureaucracy.Green councillors face Labour deadline to disown Zionism policyGreen leaders have been given until Sunday to disown their party's "Zionism is racism" conference vote. Earnings limit of up to £140K for first-time buyers loan schemeThe Your First Home scheme will offer government-backed loans for those buying new-builds in England.Features and analysisWhat is the Budget and what could be in it?Chancellor John Healey will set out his plans for UK taxes on 28 October.Four ways Labour could raise money in the Budget without hiking income taxChancellor John Healey may need to raise money to boost his fiscal headroom - BBC Verify examines what options could be on the table. Why should I stockpile and what will I need?The UK government has warned households to have three days of essential supplies on hand.How does the UK state pension compare with other countries?Do British pensioners have it better or worse than those in other countries?Who is Chancellor John Healey? Labour veteran who quit as defence secretaryThe softly-spoken former defence secretary is gearing up for the biggest moment of his long political career.From our Political Editor Chris MasonChris Mason: Jackdaw approved but tricky energy trade-offs remainJackdaw and Rosebank are case studies in the slow motion awkwardness the UK has over energy.Chris Mason: Burnham and Swinney tussle over where power lies in ScotlandUK political debate has a distinctly Scottish feel after SNP's annual conference, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.Lib Dems rally behind Davey as he pledges changeThe BBC's political editor Chris Mason looks at the fallout from the Lib Dem frontbench resignations.Why the prime minister wants to talk about Brexit againFor the first time since the UK left the EU, we have a prime minister who will "unflinchingly" debate Brexit, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.Rejecting closer EU ties would be dereliction of duty, PM to sayAddressing the Commons, Burnham is expected to say that a new deal with the EU could help tackle illegal immigration and boost economic growth. BBC InDepthBetween quick wins and big dreams lies Burnham's biggest testThe prime minister might be dreaming of gold medals in 2040, but he must first navigate the difficult years in between, writes Laura Kuenssberg.How long can Labour's feel-good factor last?The party’s spirits have been transformed since Burnham became PM, but what's coming down the tracks, asks Laura Kuenssberg.Burnham and Badenoch revive red versus blue politics as Reform land 'gobsmacking' donationsAs Reform slip back in the polls, Labour and the Conservatives rediscover a familiar political divide, writes Laura Kuenssberg.The 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.Watch/ListenFireworks heard as BBC reports Lula's victory in São PauloBrazil's left-wing President Lula is elected for a fourth term, beating Flávio Bolsonaro in a knife-edge voteFlávio Bolsonaro calls for elections to be annulledBrazil's left-wing President Lula is elected for a fourth term, beating Flávio Bolsonaro in a knife-edge voteElection victory was 'defeat of lies', says LulaBrazil's left-wing President Lula is elected for a fourth term, beating Flávio Bolsonaro in a knife-edge voteHow student protesters won against Serbia's VučićThe Student List-Students Win aren’t politicians, but the movement won the snap electionAngry scenes as Reform MSs call for burka banAngry scenes and protests at Senedd as Reform call for ban on Muslim face coverings.
