The King's Speech at a glance
Wed, 13 May 2026 11:13:34 GMT
The monarch has outlined the government's plans for new laws in the next session of Parliament.
Watch: Streeting leaves Downing Street less than 20 minutes after arrival
Wed, 13 May 2026 08:05:59 GMT
Health Secretary Wes Streeting leaves No 10 less than 20 minutes after arriving for a meeting with the prime minister.
Starmer must go before next election, say Labour-backing unions
Wed, 13 May 2026 09:56:28 GMT
Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to get on with governing despite pressure from his MPs and cabinet splits.
Standards watchdog launches probe into £5m Farage gift
Wed, 13 May 2026 11:54:28 GMT
Parliamentary Standards Commissioner has decided to begin an inquiry into Reform leader Nigel Farage, the BBC understands.
'Ciao Kate': Crowds cheer Catherine's comeback tour to Italy
Wed, 13 May 2026 11:56:55 GMT
The Princess of Wales travels to Reggio Emilia, to learn about its approach to early years education.
Posh sandwich has more salt than nearly five cheeseburgers
Wed, 13 May 2026 10:57:35 GMT
Action on Salt & Sugar said people should not be exposed to a "hidden health risk every time they buy lunch".
Eurovision boss: 'We're watching the voting very carefully'
Wed, 13 May 2026 10:58:50 GMT
Martin Green says attempts to influence voters will be taken seriously, but stops short of sanctions.
Tui sees summer sales fall 10% due to cautious UK customers
Wed, 13 May 2026 11:28:03 GMT
The travel operator says customers are delaying booking holidays over Iran war concerns.
Alex's mum abducted him as a boy. Now he's ready to talk to her again
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:04 GMT
Alex Batty reveals all about his abduction and life on the run in a new BBC documentary.
Margot Robbie backs Tudor play 1536: 'Women are still having the same conversations'
Wed, 13 May 2026 09:57:29 GMT
The acclaimed Tudor-set play is co-produced by the Barbie actor, and focuses on working-class women in Essex as rumours about the execution of Anne Boleyn spread.
