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Prime Minister Andy Burnham to present 10-year plan by December 17 — Politico Europe
Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces potential rollout delays for his upcoming 10-year strategic plan, which may feature major public agency reforms.
NIESR says UK interest rates must rise to 5% to control inflation
Economic forecaster NIESR warns that UK interest rates must climb to five percent to control soaring inflation as policymakers defer crucial decisions.
Treasury launches Budget leak probe as MP warns of 'dead-end' inquiries
The British government has launched an official security investigation into a potential pre-Budget disclosure, prompting criticism from lawmakers.
Nigel Farage attacks Andy Burnham over planned EU reset and Brexit sell-out
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has launched a fierce attack on Andy Burnham over plans for a wider European Union reset.
Majority of Scots want Holyrood to control North Sea drilling licences, poll finds
Almost six in ten people in Scotland believe decisions regarding North Sea oil and gas drilling licences should be handled by Holyrood rather than Westminster.
Council lawyers face uncertainty as local government reorganisation stalls
Ongoing local government reorganisation has left council legal teams facing acute operational uncertainty and complex employment tribunal liabilities.
Andy Burnham urges councils to house homeless veterans before Christmas
Downing Street announced that Andy Burnham will urge English councils to offer accommodation to veterans sleeping rough ahead of the holidays.
Reform UK expands platform and parliamentary presence under Nigel Farage
Reform UK is expanding its political platform and parliamentary footprint under Nigel Farage through structural restructuring and strategic realignments.
UK Government threatens devolution settlement over Wales drones college
A political row has erupted over constitutional boundaries as Westminster warns it could bypass the Welsh administration to establish a military training facility.
Rachel Reeves plotting Cabinet comeback, insiders believe
Insiders reveal former chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning a political comeback and maintains ambitions to return to the Cabinet under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham faces Labour backbench rebellion over upcoming welfare reforms
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is bracing for potential opposition as Labour backbenchers react to upcoming welfare reforms and benefit overhauls.
Andy Burnham faces union pressure to ditch Labour Brexit red lines
Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces an immediate leadership test as trade unions push to dismantle strict post-Brexit red lines inherited from Sir Keir Starmer.
UK Cabinet splits over Brexit deepen – as Burnham prepares migration offer to EU
Labour divisions intensify as Andy Burnham drafts a sweeping migration package to the EU, triggering sharp opposition from senior Cabinet ministers.
John Swinney opposes UK ban on new North Sea oil drilling
John Swinney has told MPs that while he does not back the UK government's proposal to ban new North Sea oil and gas licences, he will not oppose the bill's other measures.
Nigerian Cyclist Bello Muhammad Sets Guinness Record for Tallest Bicycle Ridden Unsupported
Bello Muhammad rode a 9‑foot‑5‑inch bicycle in Kebbi State on 22 September 2026, becoming the first to set the Guinness World Record for the tallest bicycle ridden unsupported.
Oil prices plunge below $100 after Republicans suffer midterms defeat
Global oil prices slumped below $100 a barrel after a decisive midterm election defeat for Republicans, driven by voter discontent over the Middle East conflict.
Reform UK appoints former RAF officer Angus MacIntyre as defence spokesman
Reform UK has appointed former RAF Wing Commander Angus MacIntyre as its new shadow armed forces minister alongside unveiling new housing proposals for service personnel.
UK Parliament faces catastrophic fire risk due to renovation delays
A new report warns that the Palace of Westminster faces severe fire hazards and structural failure due to years of renovation delays.
UK and EU propose post-Brexit SPS agreement to scrap food checks
The UK and the European Union have drafted a sanitary and phytosanitary agreement designed to eliminate post-Brexit food export checks and border fees.
Louise Haigh faces Tory grilling over welfare bill at PMQs
Making her inaugural PMQs appearance, Louise Haigh was pressed by Conservative deputy leader Alex Burghart over a record £183 billion welfare bill.