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Andy Burnham says rejoining EU is an option for UK future

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.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 10:05 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election to seal parliamentary return

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.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 04:40 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham unveils major UK reforms while omitting economic growth plan

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.

Politics ·30 Sep 2026, 02:19 ·Clara West 4 min read
Andy Burnham announces pension triple lock overhaul and electoral reform

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.

NHS ·29 Sep 2026, 18:39 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Burnham Vows To Change UK Voting System

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.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 18:37 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham faces a voters' revolt if he ditches state pension triple lock

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.

Transport ·29 Sep 2026, 09:16 ·Rhys Morgan 5 min read
Andy Burnham signals major tax raid to fund free social care

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.

Politics ·29 Sep 2026, 03:07 ·Clara West 5 min read
John Healey calls benefit bill reduction a moral duty at Labour conference

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.

Politics ·28 Sep 2026, 18:36 ·Clara West 4 min read
Healey vows to stick to fiscal rules in budget built on hope

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.

NHS ·28 Sep 2026, 13:19 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Labour refuses to guarantee state pension triple lock beyond next election

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.

Politics ·28 Sep 2026, 11:08 ·Clara West 3 min read
Burnham insists he can deliver change despite ‘challenging’ circumstances

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.

Culture ·27 Sep 2026, 04:49 ·Amelia Stone 5 min read
Labour poll collapse projects hung parliament and huge Reform UK gains

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.

Politics ·26 Sep 2026, 07:42 ·Clara West 4 min read
What Burnham as PM could mean for your taxes, welfare and immigration

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.

Politics ·26 Sep 2026, 05:36 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham maintains Labour poll lead over Reform UK in new survey

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.

Politics ·24 Sep 2026, 09:36 ·Clara West 4 min read
Nigel Farage capitalises on Angela Rayner resignation and Labour reshuffle

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.

Politics ·21 Sep 2026, 09:06 ·Clara West 3 min read
Andy Burnham warned by a Labour MP he sounds like Starmer ahead of PM role

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.

Politics ·19 Sep 2026, 16:07 ·Clara West 3 min read
Reform UK wins hundreds of seats and Essex control in 2026 local elections

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.

Politics ·19 Sep 2026, 05:10 ·Clara West 4 min read
Capital gains tax frontrunner for hike in Budget

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.

NHS ·17 Sep 2026, 14:06 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Andy Burnham believes the whole of England can be like Manchester

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.

Politics ·13 Sep 2026, 03:06 ·Clara West 3 min read
John Healey backs growth but says Labour must be honest on spending

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.

Politics ·8 Sep 2026, 03:33 ·Clara West 3 min read