The pledge is part of the Conservative Party's broad new plans to stop illegal migration to the UK, set to be unveiled by Kemi Badenoch on the first day of their annual conference on Sunday.

Claire Hanna said that confidence in local politics is draining as she warned that the Executive "never seems far from collapse".

The Shadow Chancellor, who is also the MP for Central Devon, declared their reckless approaches would inflict lasting harm for years to come. His scathing critique emerges as the economy remains ...

Israeli forces intercepted Gaza aid flotilla, carrying Greta Thunberg and Nelson Mandela’s grandson. Protests erupted globally as live feeds drew 6 million visits in two days.

EXCLUSIVE: Nearly half of the adults who live in this one town cannot speak English, as an expert warns it risks fuelling social division.

Zack Polanski vows to "break the shackles of poverty and hardship" in his first conference speech since becoming party leader.

President tells congress the US is in “non-international armed conflict” against drug-runners; Hamas leader reportedly objects to peace deal. Follow live.

BBC Wales is holding a live debate for the candidates of the Caerphilly by-election on 15 October. Click below to apply to be in the audience.

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley says the Manchester synagogue terrorist attack was "despicable" and "beyond words". Follow live.

Sir Keir Starmer said the move would help ‘address the pull factors driving dangerous and illegal small boats’ crossing the Channel from France ...

Polanski is being quizzed on his party's policies ahead of its annual conference, taking place this weekend in Bournemouth.