Labour Party
Andy Burnham says rejoining EU is an option for UK future
Andy Burnham has signaled that rejoining the European Union remains a possible option for the UK, marking a notable shift in political discourse.
Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election to seal parliamentary return
Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election, securing his return to the House of Commons and sparking a Labour leadership contest.
Andy Burnham unveils major UK reforms while omitting economic growth plan
Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveiled sweeping domestic reforms at the Labour Party conference, introducing a pension double lock and public energy grid while omitting a growth strategy.
Andy Burnham announces pension triple lock overhaul and electoral reform
Prime Minister Andy Burnham used his Labour Party Conference speech to announce plans to modify the state pension triple lock from April 2030, fund a new National Care Service, and establish a national commission on electoral reform.
Burnham Vows To Change UK Voting System
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to reform the UK voting system through a national commission and a future Labour manifesto pledge.
Andy Burnham faces a voters' revolt if he ditches state pension triple lock
Andy Burnham faces a severe voter revolt as Downing Street considers dismantling the state pension triple lock to fund social care reforms, sparking deep political divisions.
Andy Burnham signals major tax raid to fund free social care
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to make adult social care free at the point of use across Britain, setting up an election battle over tax rises.
John Healey calls benefit bill reduction a moral duty at Labour conference
Chancellor John Healey used his Labour conference address to frame welfare reduction as a moral imperative, unveiling a £100m apprenticeship expansion.
Healey vows to stick to fiscal rules in budget built on hope
Chancellor John Healey used his first conference speech to pledge a new age of industrialisation while committing to strict Treasury fiscal rules amid rising debt.
Labour refuses to guarantee state pension triple lock beyond next election
Senior Labour figures have declined to guarantee the state pension triple lock beyond the next general election, citing soaring costs and generational fairness.
Burnham insists he can deliver change despite ‘challenging’ circumstances
Prime Minister Andy Burnham insists he can deliver meaningful change for Britain ahead of the Labour conference, despite mounting global pressures and fiscal constraints.
Labour poll collapse projects hung parliament and huge Reform UK gains
A landmark YouGov mega-poll reveals a dramatic collapse in Labour support, projecting a hung parliament and massive gains for Reform UK as Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces mounting economic and political crises.
What Burnham as PM could mean for your taxes, welfare and immigration
Andy Burnham is seeking a return to Westminster through the Makerfield by-election, paving the way for a potential Labour leadership bid.
Andy Burnham maintains Labour poll lead over Reform UK in new survey
Exclusive polling data reveals Andy Burnham has sustained Labour's lead over Nigel Farage's Reform UK following a series of summer policy interventions.
Nigel Farage capitalises on Angela Rayner resignation and Labour reshuffle
The resignation of the housing secretary over unpaid property tax has forced a sweeping cabinet reshuffle, handing a strategic opportunity to Nigel Farage.
Andy Burnham warned by a Labour MP he sounds like Starmer ahead of PM role
Newly installed Prime Minister Andy Burnham is facing early friction from Labour backbenchers who warn his administration sounds indistinguishable from the previous tenure.
Reform UK wins hundreds of seats and Essex control in 2026 local elections
Reform UK secured significant victories and control of Essex County Council in the 2026 local elections, dealing a severe blow to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party.
Capital gains tax frontrunner for hike in Budget
Capital gains tax is reportedly the leading candidate for a rate hike in the upcoming October Budget as insiders weigh options to rebuild fiscal headroom.
Andy Burnham believes the whole of England can be like Manchester
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is pushing to replicate the Greater Manchester devolution model across all of England by 2028, sparking debate over local taxes.
John Healey backs growth but says Labour must be honest on spending
Chancellor John Healey vowed to make Britain's economy grow while warning of strict spending controls and refusing to rule out upcoming tax rises.