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Andy Burnham plans property tax reform affecting 150,000 households

Andy Burnham plans property tax reform affecting 150,000 households

Potential prime ministerial candidate Andy Burnham is reportedly considering a proportional property tax to replace council tax and stamp duty. The proposed shift faces scrutiny over its uneven geographical impact and the logistical challenges of implementation.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 13:36 ·Clara West 3 min read
Nigel Farage savages Andy Burnham after bombshell plan

Nigel Farage savages Andy Burnham after bombshell plan

Nigel Farage has dismissed Andy Burnham’s plan to shift Whitehall powers to a 'No10 North' hub as a distraction that fails to address national priorities.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 09:06 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham plans to run government from new No 10 North base

Andy Burnham plans to run government from new No 10 North base

Prospective Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to establish a 'No 10 North' base in Manchester as part of a programme to decentralise British governance.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 05:31 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham plans to open No 10 office in Manchester to devolve power

Andy Burnham plans to open No 10 office in Manchester to devolve power

Andy Burnham is preparing to open a Manchester-based office to serve as an operational centre for his strategy to redistribute power and economic resources.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 01:36 ·Clara West 3 min read
Keir Starmer faces resignation pressure as Andy Burnham enters Parliament

Keir Starmer faces resignation pressure as Andy Burnham enters Parliament

Sir Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Prime Minister following mounting pressure from Labour MPs. Andy Burnham has emerged as the clear successor.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 00:02 ·Clara West 3 min read
Keir Starmer announces resignation as UK Prime Minister

Keir Starmer announces resignation as UK Prime Minister

In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.

Politics ·4 Jul 2026, 04:32 ·Clara West 14 min read
Andy Burnham pitch for Angela Rayner to be his deputy rejected

Andy Burnham pitch for Angela Rayner to be his deputy rejected

Angela Rayner has dismissed a reported proposal from Andy Burnham that would have seen her act as a partner in a potential challenge to Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

Politics ·3 Jul 2026, 23:06 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham proposes Amazon tax to fund cuts for pubs and high streets

Andy Burnham proposes Amazon tax to fund cuts for pubs and high streets

Newly-elected MP Andy Burnham has outlined a plan to increase business rates on large warehouses to fund a 20 per cent cut for pubs, clubs, and music venues.

Politics ·3 Jul 2026, 11:04 ·Clara West 5 min read
Andy Burnham pledges review of deportation options for Rochdale gang leader

Andy Burnham pledges review of deportation options for Rochdale gang leader

Andy Burnham has promised to explore all possible options to deport convicted grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed as his release sparks survivor distress.

Politics ·2 Jul 2026, 20:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister and Labour Party leader

Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister and Labour Party leader

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, triggering a leadership contest as the UK prepares for its seventh prime minister in a decade.

Politics ·2 Jul 2026, 19:06 ·Clara West 4 min read
Kemi Badenoch hits Starmer over £4.7bn shortfall in defence spending plan

Kemi Badenoch hits Starmer over £4.7bn shortfall in defence spending plan

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has criticised the government's defence spending strategy, highlighting a £4.7bn funding gap that has prompted department savings.

Politics ·1 Jul 2026, 21:52 ·Clara West 3 min read
How Burnham used £16k of taxpayers' cash to help buy himself a flat

How Burnham used £16k of taxpayers' cash to help buy himself a flat

Renewed questions have emerged regarding Andy Burnham’s past use of parliamentary expenses to acquire a London flat that he continues to own and rent out. Critics argue this history conflicts with his current policy positions on housing and taxation.

Politics ·1 Jul 2026, 21:16 ·Clara West 4 min read