From tourist tax to digital ID: BBC correspondents on the key bills in the King's Speech
Posted on Wednesday May 13, 2026

BBC correspondents look at some of the new bills Sir Keir Starmer's government wants to pass.

Standards watchdog launches probe into £5m Farage gift
Posted on Wednesday May 13, 2026

The probe will examine whether the Reform UK leader should have declared the gift when he became an MP.

Trump arrives in China for high-stakes meeting with Xi Jinping
Posted on Wednesday May 13, 2026

The leaders of the global superpowers are expected to discuss the war in Iran, tariffs, AI and Taiwan during the two-day visit.

Epstein abused me while under house arrest, survivor tells US lawmakers
Posted on Wednesday May 13, 2026

Roza was among several victims who gave testimony to Democratic lawmakers on Tuesday.

Posh sandwich has more salt than nearly five cheeseburgers, say campaigners
Posted on Wednesday May 13, 2026

Action on Salt & Sugar said people should not be exposed to a "hidden health risk every time they buy lunch".