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UK PM links Iran to RAF Fairford air base plot

UK PM links Iran to RAF Fairford air base plot

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed strong indications linking Tehran to a security incident at a military installation used by American forces.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 19:12 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK believes Iran involved in RAF Fairford airbase incident

UK believes Iran involved in RAF Fairford airbase incident

The British government has confirmed strong indications that Iran played a role in a security incident at RAF Fairford, following the arrest and subsequent bail of five suspects.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 18:15 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham pledges free social care and electoral reform commission

Andy Burnham pledges free social care and electoral reform commission

Prime Minister Andy Burnham used his first conference speech to unveil plans for a free National Care Service and an electoral reform commission.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 15:46 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham says rejoining EU is an option for UK future

Andy Burnham says rejoining EU is an option for UK future

Andy Burnham has signaled that rejoining the European Union remains a possible option for the UK, marking a notable shift in political discourse.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 10:05 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election to seal parliamentary return

Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election to seal parliamentary return

Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election, securing his return to the House of Commons and sparking a Labour leadership contest.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 04:40 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham unveils major UK reforms while omitting economic growth plan

Andy Burnham unveils major UK reforms while omitting economic growth plan

Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveiled sweeping domestic reforms at the Labour Party conference, introducing a pension double lock and public energy grid while omitting a growth strategy.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 02:19 ·Clara West 4 min read
Orlando to approve sale of 8 city-built homes in Parramore

Orlando to approve sale of 8 city-built homes in Parramore

Orlando city officials are advancing affordable housing efforts by voting on the sale of eight newly constructed single-family homes in the Parramore neighborhood.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 20:37 ·Clara West 3 min read
Burnham Vows To Change UK Voting System

Burnham Vows To Change UK Voting System

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to reform the UK voting system through a national commission and a future Labour manifesto pledge.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 18:37 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham to alter pension triple lock from 2030 to fund care service

Andy Burnham to alter pension triple lock from 2030 to fund care service

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to adjust the state pension triple lock starting in April 2030 to help finance a new National Care Service, sparking immediate backlash from trade unions and political opponents.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 15:38 ·Clara West 3 min read
Sixty percent of British Gen Z back new vote on EU membership

Sixty percent of British Gen Z back new vote on EU membership

New polling reveals that sixty percent of British Gen Z support a fresh public vote on EU membership, driven by economic fallout from Brexit.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 07:11 ·Clara West 3 min read
Mahmood reopens UK refugee resettlement scheme to deter small boat crossings

Mahmood reopens UK refugee resettlement scheme to deter small boat crossings

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced the immediate reopening of the UK Resettlement Scheme to provide legal pathways for vulnerable refugees.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 06:08 ·Clara West 4 min read
Sadiq Khan opposes lowering mansion tax threshold for London properties

Sadiq Khan opposes lowering mansion tax threshold for London properties

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has rejected proposals to lower the mansion tax threshold to £1,500,000, warning that it would unfairly target homeowners who are asset-rich but cash-poor.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 04:37 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK police release on bail five men arrested near RAF Fairford airbase

UK police release on bail five men arrested near RAF Fairford airbase

British counter-terrorism police have released on bail five men arrested near the RAF Fairford airbase following a major security alert and emergency evacuation.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 03:44 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham signals major tax raid to fund free social care

Andy Burnham signals major tax raid to fund free social care

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to make adult social care free at the point of use across Britain, setting up an election battle over tax rises.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 03:07 ·Clara West 5 min read
UK to reopen refugee resettlement scheme for Afghans and Palestinians

UK to reopen refugee resettlement scheme for Afghans and Palestinians

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced the immediate reopening of the UK Resettlement Scheme, prioritizing vulnerable Afghan women, girls, and Palestinian refugees.

Politics ·28 Sep 2026, 19:43 ·Clara West 4 min read
John Healey calls benefit bill reduction a moral duty at Labour conference

John Healey calls benefit bill reduction a moral duty at Labour conference

Chancellor John Healey used his Labour conference address to frame welfare reduction as a moral imperative, unveiling a £100m apprenticeship expansion.

Politics ·28 Sep 2026, 18:36 ·Clara West 4 min read
Labour refuses to guarantee state pension triple lock beyond next election

Labour refuses to guarantee state pension triple lock beyond next election

Senior Labour figures have declined to guarantee the state pension triple lock beyond the next general election, citing soaring costs and generational fairness.

Politics ·28 Sep 2026, 11:08 ·Clara West 3 min read
Ken Skates accuses Plaid Cymru of neglecting real problems in Wales

Ken Skates accuses Plaid Cymru of neglecting real problems in Wales

Welsh Labour leader Ken Skates launched a sharp attack on Plaid Cymru at the UK Labour party conference, accusing the governing party of obsessing over constitutional process over public concerns.

Politics ·28 Sep 2026, 00:36 ·Clara West 3 min read
Anas Sarwar takes Lords seat

Anas Sarwar takes Lords seat

Former Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has officially joined the House of Lords, prompting criticism from political opponents and intensifying the ongoing leadership contest.

Politics ·27 Sep 2026, 17:04 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham admits cost of living help is insufficient and hints at further support

Andy Burnham admits cost of living help is insufficient and hints at further support

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has acknowledged that his initial cost-of-living measures fall short, raising expectations of further relief in the autumn budget.

Politics ·27 Sep 2026, 13:07 ·Clara West 3 min read