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Jon Burrows calls for meaningful reform as health minister resigns

Jon Burrows calls for meaningful reform as health minister resigns

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has resigned following a row over emergency surgery at Causeway Hospital, prompting calls for health service reform.

Politics ·19 Aug 2026, 10:34 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham launches national drive to end rough sleeping with £442m funding

Andy Burnham launches national drive to end rough sleeping with £442m funding

A new £442 million national initiative aims to tackle rough sleeping, granting local leaders funding and discretion to design community-led housing solutions.

Politics ·19 Aug 2026, 05:35 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham pledges beds for all rough sleepers across England by Christmas

Andy Burnham pledges beds for all rough sleepers across England by Christmas

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has launched a national emergency drive to ensure every rough sleeper across England is offered a route off the streets by Christmas.

Politics ·19 Aug 2026, 01:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham not embarrassed after exchanging messages with fake Trump aide

Andy Burnham not embarrassed after exchanging messages with fake Trump aide

Prime Minister Andy Burnham defends his response after exchanging messages with an individual impersonating Donald Trump's chief of staff, Susie Wiles.

Politics ·18 Aug 2026, 22:35 ·Clara West 3 min read
The old battle of the Tory wets vs the drys is back

The old battle of the Tory wets vs the drys is back

The historic factional divide between Conservative wets and drys is resurfacing under leader Kemi Badenoch, who is subjecting prospective MPs to ideological tests.

Politics ·18 Aug 2026, 21:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Russia threatens UK over use of British drones in Ukraine deep strikes

Russia threatens UK over use of British drones in Ukraine deep strikes

Moscow issued a diplomatic warning to London after reports showed Ukrainian forces used British-made drones to strike targets inside Russia.

Politics ·18 Aug 2026, 10:32 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham lifts time limits on disabled bus passes for 24/7 free travel

Andy Burnham lifts time limits on disabled bus passes for 24/7 free travel

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced that time restrictions on disabled bus passes across England will be lifted from April 1 2027, allowing 24/7 free travel.

Politics ·18 Aug 2026, 02:32 ·Clara West 4 min read
Reform UK proposes benefits ban for foreign nationals to save £21bn

Reform UK proposes benefits ban for foreign nationals to save £21bn

Reform UK has unveiled a plan to bar foreign nationals from most British welfare payments in a bid to save £21 billion annually, drawing fierce criticism from political rivals and economic analysts.

Politics ·17 Aug 2026, 22:32 ·Clara West 3 min read
Angela Rayner sets default ‘yes’ for homes near stations in NPPF overhaul

Angela Rayner sets default ‘yes’ for homes near stations in NPPF overhaul

Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has introduced a revised National Planning Policy Framework giving a default yes to new homes near train, tram and underground stations.

Politics ·17 Aug 2026, 14:43 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham messaged impersonator posing as Trump aide Susie Wiles

Andy Burnham messaged impersonator posing as Trump aide Susie Wiles

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham exchanged messages with an imposter posing as a top Trump aide following a security breach.

Politics ·17 Aug 2026, 14:35 ·Clara West 4 min read
Michael Marra and Joe Fagan reach Scottish Labour leadership ballot

Michael Marra and Joe Fagan reach Scottish Labour leadership ballot

Michael Marra and Joe Fagan have advanced to the Scottish Labour leadership ballot after Monica Lennon missed out on sufficient parliamentary nominations.

Politics ·17 Aug 2026, 13:34 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham to take on rough sleeping and fly-tipping on UK tour

Andy Burnham to take on rough sleeping and fly-tipping on UK tour

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expanding his national tour to tackle rough sleeping and environmental vandalism while addressing regional policies.

Politics ·16 Aug 2026, 01:34 ·Clara West 4 min read
UK issues emergency wildfire alert to millions amid devastating heatwave

UK issues emergency wildfire alert to millions amid devastating heatwave

The government issued its most extensive emergency mobile alert to date as a severe heatwave sparked destructive wildfires across England and Wales.

Politics ·15 Aug 2026, 04:36 ·Clara West 3 min read
Nigel Farage regains UK parliamentary seat, fights off Count Binface challenge

Nigel Farage regains UK parliamentary seat, fights off Count Binface challenge

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage reclaimed his parliamentary seat in a Clacton-on-Sea by-election, fending off a strong satirical challenge from Count Binface.

Politics ·15 Aug 2026, 03:40 ·Clara West 4 min read
UK government sends emergency wildfire alert to millions amid tinderbox warning

UK government sends emergency wildfire alert to millions amid tinderbox warning

Millions in England and Wales received an emergency mobile alert warning of extreme wildfire risks as Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a disposable barbecue ban.

Politics ·15 Aug 2026, 01:34 ·Clara West 3 min read
Nigel Farage investigation reopened by parliamentary watchdog after Clacton byelection win

Nigel Farage investigation reopened by parliamentary watchdog after Clacton byelection win

The parliamentary investigation into Nigel Farage's financial affairs has automatically resumed following his victory in the Clacton by-election.

Politics ·14 Aug 2026, 15:40 ·Clara West 3 min read
Nigel Farage declares victory as he skips Clacton by‑election count

Nigel Farage declares victory as he skips Clacton by‑election count

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage claimed a convincing victory in the Clacton by-election while bypassing the official count due to security advice.

Politics ·14 Aug 2026, 04:33 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham urges disposable barbecue sales ban amid UK wildfire emergency

Andy Burnham urges disposable barbecue sales ban amid UK wildfire emergency

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has called on retailers to immediately pull disposable barbecues from their shelves as a severe wildfire emergency grips the UK.

Politics ·13 Aug 2026, 14:06 ·Clara West 4 min read
GERS 2025-26: Scotlands deficit narrows to £25.3bn

GERS 2025-26: Scotlands deficit narrows to £25.3bn

Scotland's notional fiscal deficit narrowed to £25.3 billion, representing minus 10.9% of GDP, as record revenues outpaced public spending growth.

Politics ·12 Aug 2026, 22:02 ·Clara West 4 min read
Count Binface runs against Nigel Farage in chaotic Clacton by-election

Count Binface runs against Nigel Farage in chaotic Clacton by-election

An Essex constituency faces a chaotic election with 34 candidates and no major party contenders following the incumbent MP's resignation.

Politics ·12 Aug 2026, 19:09 ·Clara West 3 min read