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What Britain wants from the G8 summit
As leaders of some of the world's biggest economies head to the G8 summit in Northern Ireland, David Cameron has put tax at the top of the agenda.
Gove promises 'more rigorous' GCSEs
Education Secretary Michael Gove says enough is enough: the time has come to make GCSEs harder. Why is he taking action now and what is going to change?
Political lobbying - the key questions
As David Cameron announces a statutory register and the Commons speaker suspends parliamentary passes, why is lobbying dominating the headlines again?
Why Syria's rebels need to combat Assad's air power
As the EU lifts its embargo on arming Syria's rebels, what weaponry do the anti-Assad forces need in their fight against the regime?
Rising stock market still has 'some way to run'
The economy may be struggling, but the stock market is booming. Should we be throwing our hats in the air or worrying about a crash?
Thrills in store on last day of Premier League season
The 2012-13 Premier League season ends on Sunday, but there is still plenty to play for, with north London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham battling it out for a Champions League place.
What's happening over the EU referendum? - key questions
David Cameron dramatically raises the stakes by publishing a draft EU referendum bill. Why is he doing this now and what does he hope to achieve?
Is Ukip's rise really a breakthrough?
After making big gains in the county council elections, Ukip leader Nigel Farage says: "I don't think these votes are going away quickly." So what are the prospects for the "fourth party"?
Tax avoidance: MPs take on HMRC and accountants
The public accounts committee could not be clearer: HMRC is "fighting a battle it cannot win", while accountants are using their cosy relationship with government to benefit well-heeled clients.
David and Angela: Helmut and Margaret revisited?
As David Cameron and Angela Merkel meet for talks, the prime minister and German chancellor will be striving for warmer relations than their predecessors Margaret Thatcher and Helmut Kohl.
