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  1. 10 HR AGO

    Lord Mandelson arrested at his home in London

    The former cabinet minister and ambassador to the US, Lord Mandelson, has been arrested at his home in London, on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Peter Mandelson has not publicly commented since, but the BBC understands his position has consistently been that he has not acted criminally, and that he was not motivated by financial gain. Also: The government has set out major changes to the system for children with special educational needs and disabilities in England. And Hull beats Hollywood in one of the biggest Bafta shocks of all time.

    30 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    The government previews changes to special education provision

    The Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, says the government will be spending more money, not less, on support for children with special educational needs and disabilities under plans to be unveiled tomorrow. The changes to what's known as SEND are part of a package of reforms for schools in England. Ms Phillipson moved to reassure parents that 'effective support' would not be withdrawn but the Conservatives say they have big concerns.

    16 min

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    President Trump announces 15% global tariffs

    President Trump has announced he is increasing his global tariff rate to 15%, in response to the ruling by the US Supreme Court that struck down his original import duties on global partners. The court decided yesterday that he had exceeded his powers by using emergency laws to implement his original tariffs last year. His response was to call some of the justices 'fools' and confirm a ten per cent tax on all imported goods. Democrat governors have called for refunds on levies already paid.

    17 min

  4. 2 DAYS AGO

    President Trump announces 15% global tariffs

    President Trump has announced he is increasing his global tariff rate to 15%, in response to the ruling by the US Supreme Court that struck down his original import duties on global partners. The court decided yesterday that he had exceeded his powers by using emergency laws to implement his original tariffs last year. His response was to call some of the justices 'fools' and confirm a ten per cent tax on all imported goods. Democrat governors have called for refunds on levies already paid.

    17 min

  5. 3 DAYS AGO

    The Supreme Court rules Donald Trump's global tariffs are illegal

    The Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump exceeded his authority when he imposed tariffs on dozens of countries using a law meant for national emergencies. Also: The government is considering legislating to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession to the throne. And Nasa says it's aiming for early March to launch its Artemis II moon mission.

    30 min

  6. 4 DAYS AGO

    Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested

    The King's brother is suspected of misconduct in public office. Mr Mountbatten-Windsor has previously denied wrongdoing. Also: Dame Antonia Romeo has been appointed as Sir Keir Starmer's new Cabinet Secretary. And police in Thailand have gone undercover to arrest a man suspected of stealing thousands of pounds worth of Buddhist artefacts.

    31 min

  7. 5 DAYS AGO

    Les Wexner says his "heart goes out " to survivors of Jeffrey Epstein

    The billionaire US businessman, Les Wexner, says his "heart goes out " to survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse, after telling US politicians he himself was "duped" by a "master manipulator". Also: The NHS is facing a much bigger bill for damages in medical negligence cases involving children after a landmark ruling by the UK's highest court. And Mark Zuckerberg gives evidence in a lawsuit that's put social media on trial.

    31 min

  8. 6 DAYS AGO

    The American civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has died

    One of the most influential voices of the American civil rights movement, Jesse Jackson, has died at the age of 84. Also: Nigel Farage has named the former Conservative Cabinet minister, Robert Jenrick, as Reform UK's choice to become Chancellor if the party wins power at the next general election. And heavy snow disrupts the Winter Olympics.

    31 min
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National and International News from BBC Radio 4

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    2015 - 2026
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