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It's tough for Tories but we can fix Wales, Kemi Badenoch says

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 19:28
The Tory leaders admits it's not an "easy time" after defections to Reform, but insists there's a plan for Senedd wins.
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Peter Murrell accused of embezzling £459,000 over 12-year period

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 18:57
The former SNP chief executive is accused of illicitly purchasing items including luxury goods, jewellery, cosmetics, two cars and a motorhome.
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Rock musician to fund Alex Salmond case against Scottish government

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 18:32
Paul McManus, drummer with Scottish band Gun, has taken on the legal action from Salmond's family.
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High Court dismisses challenge to single-sex toilet guidance

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 17:57
Campaigners claimed the guidance for employers, such as hospitals, shops and restaurants, was "legally flawed" and "overly simplistic".
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BBC at memorial for Gen Z protesters after landmark election in Bangladesh

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 17:53
BBC South Asia correspondent Azadeh Moshiri visited Sheikh Hasina's former residence which is now a memorial for the student protesters killed in the 2024 uprising.
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Where does Wormald sacking leave Sir Keir Starmer?

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 17:18
Is transplanting staff at the heart of government part of a bigger strategy - or a sticking plaster?
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Where does Wormald sacking leave Sir Keir Starmer?

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 17:18
Is transplanting staff at the heart of government part of a bigger strategy - or a sticking plaster?
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Rubio warns Europe of new era in geopolitics before big Munich speech

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 16:34
The US Secretary of State will address the first major transatlantic meeting since Donald Trump threatened to annex Greenland.
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Sarwar stands by resignation call in conversation with Starmer

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 16:12
The Scottish Labour leader has described speaking to Sir Keir Starmer days after calling on the PM to quit
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Palestine Action ban ruled unlawful but group remains proscribed for now

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 16:06
It remains in place for now to allow further legal argument and the government to consider an appeal.
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Sir Chris Wormald forced out as head of Civil Service

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 09:06
The Cabinet Office says the move is "by mutual agreement" but it follows months of negative media reports about his performance.
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Reform replacing 'old fuddy-duddy' Tory party, says Farage

Fri, 02/13/2026 - 07:00
Farage said it was "no surprise" Conservative MPs were choosing to jump ship to Reform, which has more energy.
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