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Prime Minister Andy Burnham to present 10-year plan by December 17 — Politico Europe

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.

Politics ·11 Nov 2026, 14:38 ·Clara West 3 min read
NIESR says UK interest rates must rise to 5% to control inflation

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.

Politics ·11 Nov 2026, 10:04 ·Clara West 3 min read
Treasury launches Budget leak probe as MP warns of 'dead-end' inquiries

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.

Politics ·10 Nov 2026, 21:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Nigel Farage attacks Andy Burnham over planned EU reset and Brexit sell-out

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.

Politics ·10 Nov 2026, 12:16 ·Clara West 3 min read
Majority of Scots want Holyrood to control North Sea drilling licences, poll finds

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.

Politics ·9 Nov 2026, 09:40 ·Clara West 3 min read
Council lawyers face uncertainty as local government reorganisation stalls

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.

Politics ·9 Nov 2026, 01:05 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham urges councils to house homeless veterans before Christmas

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.

Politics ·8 Nov 2026, 23:11 ·Clara West 3 min read
Reform UK expands platform and parliamentary presence under Nigel Farage

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.

Politics ·8 Nov 2026, 14:04 ·Clara West 4 min read
UK Government threatens devolution settlement over Wales drones college

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.

Politics ·8 Nov 2026, 00:36 ·Clara West 4 min read
Rachel Reeves plotting Cabinet comeback, insiders believe

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.

Politics ·7 Nov 2026, 22:38 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham faces Labour backbench rebellion over upcoming welfare reforms

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.

Politics ·7 Nov 2026, 14:35 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham faces union pressure to ditch Labour Brexit red lines

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.

Politics ·7 Nov 2026, 01:07 ·Clara West 4 min read
UK Cabinet splits over Brexit deepen – as Burnham prepares migration offer to EU

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.

Politics ·5 Nov 2026, 18:09 ·Clara West 3 min read
John Swinney opposes UK ban on new North Sea oil drilling

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.

Politics ·5 Nov 2026, 16:09 ·Clara West 4 min read
Nigerian Cyclist Bello Muhammad Sets Guinness Record for Tallest Bicycle Ridden Unsupported

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.

Politics ·5 Nov 2026, 14:18 ·Clara West 3 min read
Oil prices plunge below $100 after Republicans suffer midterms defeat

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.

Politics ·5 Nov 2026, 10:40 ·Clara West 3 min read
Reform UK appoints former RAF officer Angus MacIntyre as defence spokesman

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.

Politics ·5 Nov 2026, 08:35 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK Parliament faces catastrophic fire risk due to renovation delays

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.

Politics ·5 Nov 2026, 05:39 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK and EU propose post-Brexit SPS agreement to scrap food checks

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.

Politics ·5 Nov 2026, 05:36 ·Clara West 4 min read
Louise Haigh faces Tory grilling over welfare bill at PMQs

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.

Politics ·4 Nov 2026, 16:39 ·Clara West 3 min read