Andy Burnham
Andy Burnham promises real power for Welsh communities at Labour conference
Andy Burnham has promised to decentralise authority to local communities ahead of a party gathering, though the proposal has triggered immediate internal resistance.
UK entertainment industry faces 'reckoning' over sex scandals
Britain's entertainment sector faces mounting calls for reform and oversight following fresh sexual abuse allegations against prominent male stars.
Stay Out anti-EU campaign launches ahead of UK-EU summit
The newly formed Stay Out campaign has launched ahead of the UK-EU summit, warning that renewed integration efforts will drain public finances and revive political divisions.
Andy Burnham pledges to end rough sleeping as he becomes prime minister
Andy Burnham has become prime minister, immediately pledging to eradicate rough sleeping and decentralize power away from Whitehall.
Andy Burnham commits UK to 2050 net zero target at Cop31 summit
Prime Minister Andy Burnham reaffirmed the UK's 2050 net zero target at the Cop31 summit in Turkey while facing criticism over domestic policies.
Alan Milburn review recommends cutting disability benefits for under-25s
A major review by Alan Milburn recommends stripping under-25s of personal independence payment or enhanced Universal Credit and replacing them with a youth allowance.
Burnham EU push divides Labour and draws warning from David Cameron
Prime Minister Andy Burnham reignited the Brexit debate after suggesting barriers with the EU could be dropped, drawing a warning from David Cameron.
UK economy grows by 0.7% – fastest pace in two years
The UK economy expanded by 0.7% between July and September, achieving its strongest quarterly performance since the first three months of 2024.
Ten-year plan for Britain to be published before Christmas, Burnham says
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed that his 10-year strategy to transform Britain will be published before Parliament breaks for the Christmas recess.
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.
UK approves £12bn offshore wind farms ahead of Cop31 summit
The UK has approved a £12 billion investment in offshore wind projects off the Norfolk coast, backed by RWE, KKR, and a £1 billion state funding injection.
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.
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.
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.
Burnham considers rape trial law changes after Russell Brand conviction
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signaled potential reforms to rape trial procedures following widespread backlash over courtroom tactics in the Russell Brand case.
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.
Burnham says he was not aware of Brand's 'horrific' crimes
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has addressed his past political associations with Russell Brand, stating he was unaware of the comedian's crimes following his conviction.
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.
Andy Burnham rules out Vladimir Putin attending 2027 G20 summit
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be invited to the 2027 G20 summit in Manchester due to existing sanctions.