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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
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
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
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
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
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
Prisoner early release scheme paused by Andy Burnham may still go ahead

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.

News ·23 Jul 2026, 23:06 ·Leah Bennett 3 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
Andy Burnham announces energy VAT cuts and bus fare cap reinstatement

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.

Politics ·23 Jul 2026, 11:01 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham scraps electricity tax to spark growth

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.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 22:37 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Andy Burnham gets boost as UK inflation falls to 2.6% in June

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.

Sport ·22 Jul 2026, 16:04 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
BBC funding shake-up could see Netflix and Disney+ users pay extra

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.

Sport ·22 Jul 2026, 14:04 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
Andy Burnham pledges economic reset as new PM with Healey at Treasury

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.

Cost of Living ·22 Jul 2026, 02:31 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read