Andy Burnham
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.
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.
Prisoner early release scheme paused by Andy Burnham may still go ahead
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has paused the prison early-release scheme to conduct an urgent review, leaving staff and victims' families awaiting a decision.
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.
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.
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.
Andy Burnham announces energy VAT cuts and bus fare cap reinstatement
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has introduced economic measures, including energy VAT cuts and a reinstated bus fare cap, to address cost-of-living pressures.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham scraps electricity tax to spark growth
U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced the removal of the tax on home electricity to provide cost-of-living relief. The government will fund this by cancelling plans for a digital ID to maintain fiscal discipline.
Andy Burnham gets boost as UK inflation falls to 2.6% in June
Inflation slowed to 2.6% in June, driven by declines in fuel, clothing, and food prices. Economists warn that rising energy costs may trigger a future rebound.
BBC funding shake-up could see Netflix and Disney+ users pay extra
As licence fee numbers decline, the government is considering a new funding model that could see households using streaming services contribute to the BBC.
Andy Burnham pledges economic reset as new PM with Healey at Treasury
Following the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has appointed John Healey as Chancellor of the Exchequer. The administration's focus on regional decentralization and fiscal policy changes has triggered volatility in UK bond markets.
Sterling edges higher after John Healey appointed as new British finance minister
The pound fluctuated against the dollar following the surprise appointment of John Healey as finance minister under Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Investors are now focused on how the new leadership will balance fiscal goals with competing demands for defense and welfare spending.
Andy Burnham sworn in as UK PM, pledges new political and economic model
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has begun his term with a sweeping cabinet reshuffle and an immediate policy shift to scrap VAT on household electricity.
Burnham cuts household electricity VAT to 0% from October 1
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced the elimination of VAT on household electricity to help with rising living costs. The cut is funded by scrapping a digital-ID programme, a decision that has faced criticism regarding its financing.
Former Labour leader 'thrilled to bits' as son becomes new Welsh secretary
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.
Andy Burnham purges Starmer loyalists in major cabinet reshuffle
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has restructured the government following his succession, appointing a new cabinet and confirming plans to tackle the cost of living.
Andy Burnham retains Douglas Alexander as Scottish Secretary in cabinet
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has confirmed Douglas Alexander will continue as Secretary of State for Scotland, signaling a focus on experience during a reshuffle.
Andy Burnham weighs property tax and capital gains reforms as PM
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is planning a significant overhaul of the tax system, targeting property wealth and capital gains to balance national finances.
Andy Burnham outlines plans for housing and economic reform as PM
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.
Andy Burnham Promises Tax Relief and Cost-of-Living Focus in First PM ...
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged a "breathing-space" agenda, targeting personal tax allowances and housing to combat the rising cost of living.