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David Baines appointed parliamentary private secretary by Prime Minister Andy Burnham

David Baines appointed parliamentary private secretary by Prime Minister Andy Burnham

St Helens North MP David Baines has been named parliamentary private secretary by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, tightening the premier's ties to the North West.

Politics ·28 Jul 2026, 12:16 ·Clara West 4 min read
New technical education routes to be offered at 14 in England

New technical education routes to be offered at 14 in England

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a major curriculum overhaul allowing pupils in England to study technical subjects from age 14 to combat youth unemployment.

Politics ·28 Jul 2026, 08:10 ·Clara West 4 min read
Labour overtake Reform in major Westminster poll for first time in 16 months

Labour overtake Reform in major Westminster poll for first time in 16 months

Labour leads a new More in Common poll at 28% ahead of Reform UK at 24%, following a busy opening week for the Prime Minister involving policy announcements.

Politics ·28 Jul 2026, 02:08 ·Clara West 4 min read
Burnham government to top up benefits for parents of apprentices

Burnham government to top up benefits for parents of apprentices

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is introducing a universal credit top-up for families whose 16- or 17-year-old children leave education for an apprenticeship. The policy aims to offset child benefit losses and tackle rising youth unemployment.

Politics ·28 Jul 2026, 02:05 ·Clara West 4 min read
PM Andy Burnham warns NHS will collapse without social care reform

PM Andy Burnham warns NHS will collapse without social care reform

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has warned that the NHS faces collapse without urgent social care reform, as Downing Street considers accelerating the Casey Commission.

Politics ·27 Jul 2026, 19:03 ·Clara West 5 min read
Count Binface sets out 'manifesto' and crypto pledge in Clacton battle with Nigel Farage

Count Binface sets out 'manifesto' and crypto pledge in Clacton battle with Nigel Farage

Parody candidate Count Binface has released a twenty-point manifesto for the Clacton contest, featuring a pledge not to accept crypto billionaire donations.

Politics ·27 Jul 2026, 17:07 ·Clara West 3 min read
Labour tops polls for first time in 16 months after Burnham’s first week as PM

Labour tops polls for first time in 16 months after Burnham’s first week as PM

Labour has surged to the top of national opinion polls for the first time in months, following the opening week and cost-of-living measures of the new administration.

Politics ·27 Jul 2026, 15:09 ·Clara West 3 min read
Burnham says he will stand up to Trump ‘if right for Britain’

Burnham says he will stand up to Trump ‘if right for Britain’

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has declared he will publicly challenge US President Donald Trump to protect British national interests, setting a firm tone in his first broadcast interviews.

Politics ·27 Jul 2026, 05:31 ·Clara West 4 min read
Scotland seeks military aid as Cairngorms wildfire rages for eleventh day

Scotland seeks military aid as Cairngorms wildfire rages for eleventh day

Scotland has requested military assistance from Westminster as a massive wildfire burning through the Cairngorms National Park enters its eleventh day.

Politics ·27 Jul 2026, 03:03 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham bypasses traditional media to embrace social media as prime minister

Andy Burnham bypasses traditional media to embrace social media as prime minister

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has dramatically shifted government communications by bypassing traditional media in favor of social platforms like TikTok and Reddit.

Politics ·26 Jul 2026, 18:01 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham rules out early general election

Andy Burnham rules out early general election

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has officially dismissed speculation of an early general election, stating that the public wants stability as his administration tackles domestic crises.

Politics ·26 Jul 2026, 16:01 ·Clara West 3 min read
Lakers linked to Peyton Watson as contract talks with Nuggets stall

Lakers linked to Peyton Watson as contract talks with Nuggets stall

Contract talks between Peyton Watson and the Denver Nuggets have stalled due to a valuation gap, leading to speculation of a potential sign-and-trade with the Lakers.

Politics ·24 Jul 2026, 18:40 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham's first week pledges total £1.5bn as he launches No10 North

Andy Burnham's first week pledges total £1.5bn as he launches No10 North

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.

Politics ·24 Jul 2026, 15:36 ·Clara West 5 min read
US-Iran War Live Updates: Chinese supertankers pass Bab el-Mandeb despite Houthi blockade

US-Iran War Live Updates: Chinese supertankers pass Bab el-Mandeb despite Houthi blockade

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.

Politics ·24 Jul 2026, 10:08 ·Clara West 5 min read
Prime Minister Andy Burnham opens No10 North office in Manchester

Prime Minister Andy Burnham opens No10 North office in Manchester

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.

Politics ·24 Jul 2026, 09:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham urged to cut energy costs and boost skills for UK manufacturers

Andy Burnham urged to cut energy costs and boost skills for UK manufacturers

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

Politics ·24 Jul 2026, 00:38 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham says another Scottish independence referendum is off limits

Andy Burnham says another Scottish independence referendum is off limits

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

Politics ·23 Jul 2026, 23:02 ·Clara West 3 min read
Burnham’s electricity VAT cut wins East Lancashire MPs’ support

Burnham’s electricity VAT cut wins East Lancashire MPs’ support

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.

Politics ·23 Jul 2026, 15:40 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham to boost his premiership with influencer collaborations

Andy Burnham to boost his premiership with influencer collaborations

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.

Politics ·23 Jul 2026, 15:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Anas Sarwar to resign as MSP and join House of Lords as Trade Minister

Anas Sarwar to resign as MSP and join House of Lords as Trade Minister

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.

Politics ·23 Jul 2026, 14:02 ·Clara West 3 min read