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IrelandScotlandWalesGovernment considers removing Andrew from royal line of successionThe former Duke of York is eighth in line to the throne meaning he remains eligible to be King.3 hrs agoPoliticsUK agrees drone defence plan with four EU alliesThe scheme will seek to take inspiration from Ukraine's drone manufacturing programme. 7 hrs agoUKDeportation of Chagos Islanders blocked by judgeA court upholds a challenge about the lawfulness of the orders to remove four men who travelled to the territory.8 hrs agoAfricaLobbying firm co-founded by Mandelson goes into administrationGlobal Counsel's clients cut ties with the firm over Lord Mandelson's links with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.11 hrs agoBusinessTrump announces new 10% global tariff as he hits out at 'deeply disappointing' Supreme Court rulingThe US president says he will impose the temporary levies, after the top court struck down his sweeping tariffs.Higher tax helped UK government reach record January surplusThe government took in more from tax receipts than expected, official data suggests.12 hrs agoBusinessLib Dems set out plans to stop SEND services being 'cash cows'Council spending on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities has soared in recent years.18 hrs agoPoliticsStarmer 'appeasing' big tech firms, says online safety campaignerBaroness Kidron tells the BBC the PM has being "late to the party" in regulating social media.UK has not given US permission to use RAF bases for Iran strikesIt comes as US President Donald Trump criticises Sir Keir Starmer's deal to hand over the Chagos Islands.Starmer appoints Romeo as head of UK civil serviceDame Antonia will be the first woman to hold the post and replaces Sir Chris Wormald as the UK's top civil servant.'Nasty' councillor jailed for coercive behaviourEx-Reform UK councillor for Cliftonville, Daniel Taylor, receives a prison term and loses his seat.Lib Dems win by-election after Reform controversyReform had pulled support for its Redcar and Cleveland Council candidate over offensive posts.Features and analysisThe fallout from Labour's local elections U-turn is not over yetKeir Starmer and his team knew last week that delays to council elections would need to be reversed.What we learned from BBC Gorton and Denton debateGorton and Denton by-election candidates from five parties go head to head in a BBC debate.A simple guide to the May elections in England, Scotland and WalesMillions will vote in parliamentary elections in Scotland and Wales, and local elections in England.Ministers want to reform SEND - but they are treading very carefullyThe government is expected to outline its plan to overhaul the complex system of support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England soon.Labour face tough fight in Gorton and Denton by-election Labour is in a tough fight with Reform UK and the Greens in previously safe seat Gorton and Denton.From our Political Editor Chris MasonChris Mason: Latest vetting row raises fresh concerns over Starmer's judgementThe BBC's political editor analyses the vetting rows facing the PM over Lord Doyle and Lord Mandelson.Chris Mason: Smiles of a survivor as Starmer attempts his latest resetSome political air has been cleared for Sir Keir but fundamental issues remain unaltered, the BBC's political editor writes.Chris Mason: Labour sticks with Starmer for now but this is not overThe prime minister has come through a political near-death experience, the BBC's political editor writes.Starmer prepares to face Labour MPs knowing his future is in the balanceCabinet ministers have expressed support for the prime minister, as he prepares to face Labour MPs.Chris Mason: Starmer's predicament is dire and now he faces future without top aidesSir Keir Starmer's administration appears rudderless after the loss of two key aides, writes Chris Mason.BBC InDepthOne giant boys' club? 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Has Keir Starmer saved his job?
