BBC|Politics

UK investigates Iran charge claim
The British Foreign Office says it is trying to verify reports that one of its embassy employees held in Iran has been charged.

Tory anger over homophobia claim
Alan Duncan reacts angrily to Labour claims many Tory MPs are 'homophobic", as Harriet Harman wades into the row.

Peer accuses MP of expenses smear
A Tory peer referred to the police over his expenses claims says it is part of a campaign of "attacks and innuendo" by a Lib Dem MP.

Labour MPs attack Martin 'slur'
Labour MPs accuse a Lords vetting panel of a "disgraceful and spiteful slur" on ex Speaker Michael Martin.

Darling issues warning to bankers
Chancellor Alistair Darling warns bankers it would be "disastrous" to repeat past mistakes - especially excessive bonuses.

Secrecy rulings 'taking too long'
Complaints about rejected Freedom of Information requests are taking too long to resolve, campaigners say.

Baby P council 'limited progress'
The council in the Baby P case has made only limited progress in improving children's social care, Ofsted inspectors say.

Tory MP Cash reselected by party
Conservative MP Bill Cash, who was criticised for paying his daughter more than £15,000 in expenses-funded rent, survives a reselection vote.

Brown condemns 'personal attacks'
Gordon Brown criticises personal attacks in politics as the spending row between Labour and the Tories continues to rage.

Which former PM was sporting a black eye at an award ceremony?
Tony Blair sported a faint black eye as he accepted an award earlier, after an a "gym-related accident".

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