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Lib Dems supporters on how Britain could be better

Lib Dems supporters give their opinions on how they think Britain could be better. Young supporters were giving their views as the Liberal Democrat party conference takes place in Brighton.

BBC Politics · 21 Sept 2026
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Why is Germany's leader in political turmoil?

Jessica Parker explains what happened in the German regional elections and it means for Merz.

BBC Politics · 21 Sept 2026
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I am a candidate to be prime minister, says Ed Davey

The Lib Dem leader also backed the controversial Jackdaw gas field, which the government is expected to approve.

BBC Politics · 21 Sept 2026
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Helen Jenner announced by Nigel Farage as new leader of Reform in Wales

Jenner, who represents Bangor Conwy Mon in the Senedd, was previously Reform's Welsh deputy leader.

BBC Politics · 21 Sept 2026
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Tories pledge to bring back tax-free shopping for tourists

The party says scrapping the scheme in 2021 left the UK less competitive than European destinations.

BBC Politics · 21 Sept 2026
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Lib Dems call for action to improve safety in maternity care

Sir Ed Davey pledged to spend £600m a year on maternity services if the Lib Dems were in government.

BBC Politics · 21 Sept 2026
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UK should 'team up' with Canada in new Europe alliance, Canadian minister tells BBC

It comes after European Commission President proposed "opening the door" for Canada to become an associate member of the EU.

BBC Politics · 21 Sept 2026
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Specialist courts for rape cases to be rolled out across England and Wales

Funding will allow victims to view proceedings remotely and give evidence from a separate room via video link, the government says.

BBC Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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President Trump navigates tough political waters with UNGA, Xi visit and AI

President Trump has a big week on the international stage, from the United Nations General Assembly to hosting the Chinese president at the White House.

NPR Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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Why Merz is staying on as German chancellor after election 'disaster'

Berlin correspondent Jess Parker explains why German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has vowed to stay on despite exit polls in two local elections suggesting damaging defeats for his centre-right Christian

BBC Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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Burnham hails Greenland deal ahead of expected first Trump meeting

While Burnham praised the agreement, Lib Dem leader Ed Davey called it a "pretend" victory for Trump.

BBC Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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Lib Dems sleepwalking to irrelevance under Davey, says council leader

Devon County Council leader Julian Brazil tells the BBC Ed Davey is not the right person to lead the party.

BBC Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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In Colorado, a GOP candidate says his differences with Trump show he's with the voters

We look at Republican Congressman Jeff Hurd's campaign in Colorado, where he is using his breaks with President Trump as an asset in his bid for reelection.

NPR Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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Politics chat: Trump announces a Greenland deal, bans more media from the White House

We look at President Trump's announced ban of some media outlets covering the White House, as well as what a big cash windfall might mean for Republicans in the coming midterm elections.

NPR Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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Billionaire Man United owner loses moral high ground after tax exile, Labour chair says

The billionaire businessman told the BBC he has lost confidence in the UK due to a combination of high taxes and high immigration.

BBC Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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Lib Dems vow to end 'computer says no' economy to boost growth

Deputy leader Daisy Cooper also proposes a Growth and Defence Partnership with the EU in a speech to her party conference.

BBC Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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MP calls for Yorkshire to get its own parliament

Harrogate Lib Dem MP Tom Gordon says Yorkshire devolution should go further than elected mayors.

BBC Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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Ed Davey calls for immediate 10p cut to fuel duty

Sir Ed blamed Donald Trump's war with Iran for damaging the UK economy and pushing fuel prices up.

BBC Politics · 20 Sept 2026
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