Andy Burnham has opened a new northern government hub in Manchester, marking the start of his premiership with a suite of measures totaling £1.5 billion. The initiative aims to balance power between the capital and the regions, though critics have raised concerns regarding funding and the move's long-term impact.

Two Chinese-crewed supertankers successfully transited the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, marking the first successful passage since the Houthi-declared blockade began. Concurrently, rising tensions have led Tehran to label RAF Fairford a legitimate target for military action.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has inaugurated No10 North in Manchester to serve as a base for decentralizing decision-making. The hub will host the National Economic Council to better integrate regional perspectives into national policy.

Industry leaders are urging the new government to transform political promises into tangible support for manufacturing competitiveness and workforce training.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham told First Minister John Swinney that a new independence referendum is off limits, focusing instead on potential further devolution.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is removing VAT from domestic electricity bills to provide immediate cost-of-living relief, funded by scrapping the Digital ID scheme.

Downing Street is moving away from high-production content in favor of spontaneous social media videos. The strategy involves collaborations with online personalities and young activists.

Anas Sarwar is departing the Scottish Parliament to join the UK government as a Minister of State for Trade, sparking a leadership transition for Scottish Labour.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has introduced economic measures, including energy VAT cuts and a reinstated bus fare cap, to address cost-of-living pressures.

Aberafan Maesteg MP Stephen Kinnock has been appointed Welsh secretary in a cabinet overhaul led by Prime Minister Andy Burnham. His appointment has been welcomed by his father, former Labour leader Lord Neil Kinnock.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has restructured the government following his succession, appointing a new cabinet and confirming plans to tackle the cost of living.

Prosecutors presented video evidence during a hearing for Joshua Kerry, who is accused of the fatal attack on former minister Ann Widdecombe. Authorities continue to investigate the motive for the killing.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed Douglas Alexander will continue as Secretary of State for Scotland, signaling a focus on experience during a reshuffle.

Sir Robert Peel transformed the British state through the creation of the Metropolitan Police and radical legal reforms. This article explores his legacy in law enforcement and his role in the evolution of the Conservative Party.

Prime Minister Burnham has announced plans to decentralize power and prioritize cost-of-living relief. John Healey has been appointed Chancellor to navigate fiscal policy and market responses.

Louise Haigh has returned to a senior Cabinet position under Prime Minister Andy Burnham following her 2024 resignation as transport secretary.

Andy Burnham has been appointed as the UK’s new prime minister, promising a 'circuit breaker' shift in governance following the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer. Burnham now faces the challenges of regional decentralization and managing the UK's significant economic constraints.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has demanded an immediate general election after Andy Burnham became Prime Minister following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation.

Sir Keir Starmer is set to address the nation before formally resigning, allowing Andy Burnham to take office as the new Prime Minister. Burnham intends to focus on cost-of-living relief, social care reform, and a major council house building programme.

Andy Burnham’s bid to return to the House of Commons via the Makerfield by-election is being met with criticism over his support for rejoining the EU. He aims to define his leadership through a policy of regional decentralisation intended to revive local economies.