Political claims, statements and decisions examined against the available evidence.
Green Party deputy leadership candidate Zack Polanski declined to apologise during an appearance on BBC Newsnight, while acknowledging mistakes over a social media post and condemning political violence.
Education Secretary Lucy Powell has said reviewing England's student loan system is "at the top of my in-tray", describing the current system as needing reform while stressing that no decisions have yet been made.
Reform UK MP James McMurdock has said an HMRC review concluded that he was owed a tax refund, describing the outcome as a vindication following scrutiny of his business affairs and conduct.
Greater Manchester votes for a new mayor on Thursday 30 July 2026. Here's what the top four candidates by polling, Labour, Green, Reform UK and Restore Britain, are promising voters.
The University of Manchester has confirmed that UK Research and Innovation will not renew funding for the e-MERLIN radio telescope network beyond March 2028, prompting efforts to secure alternative financial support.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to repeal provisions allowing the early release of certain serious offenders, arguing ministers can halt the scheme before further releases take place.
Whitbread has announced plans to close all remaining Beefeater restaurants, saying significant cost increases, including measures announced in the Government's Autumn Budget, have made the business unsustainable.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has appointed Bridget Phillipson as Chair of the Labour Party following his recent Cabinet reshuffle, with the Houghton and Sunderland South MP taking on responsibility for the party's organisation and election preparations.
The Metropolitan Police have confirmed they are making enquiries after receiving a report relating to an Instagram post shared by Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski that prompted criticism from Reform UK figures.
Lewisham Council has approved a motion calling for a review of its cooperation with Home Office immigration enforcement, with the aim of refusing assistance where legally possible.
Labour MP Kate Osborne has defended her comments following the Berlin Pride attack, saying she did not blame GB News and accusing some critics of misrepresenting her original post.
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman has written to the Equality and Human Rights Commission asking it to investigate Staffordshire Police's custody policy following reports about its treatment of transgender detainees.