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Andy Burnham mulls energy bill reforms to save households £130 a year

Andy Burnham mulls energy bill reforms to save households £130 a year

Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham is considering a fundamental overhaul of the UK energy market, including removing policy levies to cut household bills.

Business ·18 Jul 2026, 13:35 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
China ‘strongly dissatisfied’ following decision to nationalise British Steel

China ‘strongly dissatisfied’ following decision to nationalise British Steel

The UK government has formally brought British Steel into public ownership to secure national supply chains and industrial capacity. China has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the move, citing concerns over investor protections.

Business ·17 Jul 2026, 12:03 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Home Office reports nearly £100 million in wasted taxpayer funds

Home Office reports nearly £100 million in wasted taxpayer funds

A parliamentary report has exposed nearly £100 million in wasted taxpayer funds within the Home Office, citing systemic mismanagement and failed procurement projects. The findings highlight losses from cancelled contracts, incorrect health surcharge refunds, and ineffective accommodation planning.

Politics ·16 Jul 2026, 21:36 ·Clara West 3 min read
British Steel brought into public ownership to secure UK supply chain

British Steel brought into public ownership to secure UK supply chain

The UK government has officially transitioned British Steel into public ownership to protect the nation's last virgin steel facility and secure essential infrastructure supply chains.

Business ·16 Jul 2026, 10:33 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Peter Mandelson appointment slammed by MPs in scathing new report

Peter Mandelson appointment slammed by MPs in scathing new report

The Foreign Affairs Committee has condemned the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, citing an official report on systemic vetting failures. Internal communications have further exposed government dysfunction and concerns regarding the appointment process.

Politics ·9 Jul 2026, 08:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
Bridget Phillipson pushes to extend 30 hours free childcare to benefit claimants

Bridget Phillipson pushes to extend 30 hours free childcare to benefit claimants

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is calling for an expansion of taxpayer-funded childcare to include non-working families, aiming to remove barriers to employment.

Politics ·9 Jul 2026, 00:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
Westminster faces criticism as government described as a zombie parliament

Westminster faces criticism as government described as a zombie parliament

Reports from Whitehall and the House of Commons suggest a hollowed-out executive branch lacking legislative ambition or central coordination. Analysts are questioning whether this institutional drift signals a decline in the post-war governing model.

Politics ·8 Jul 2026, 20:37 ·Clara West 3 min read
Government to appoint maternity commissioner following damning NHS report

Government to appoint maternity commissioner following damning NHS report

A new national maternity and neonatal taskforce is being established following reports of toxic workplace cultures and avoidable harm in NHS services. Officials are also considering a full public inquiry as they work to improve care standards and accountability.

Politics ·7 Jul 2026, 10:36 ·Clara West 3 min read
Keir Starmer faces backlash as social media ban petition hits 215,000 signatures

Keir Starmer faces backlash as social media ban petition hits 215,000 signatures

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's administration is facing large-scale public petitions challenging government policies on social media restrictions and digital ID.

Politics ·5 Jul 2026, 01:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
SNP Westminster leader demands urgent review of UK's anti-business policies

SNP Westminster leader demands urgent review of UK's anti-business policies

SNP Westminster leader Dave Doogan has challenged the UK government to scrap employer national insurance hikes to prevent further job losses and economic stagnation. The call comes amid a debate regarding the impact of current fiscal policies on Scottish businesses.

Politics ·4 Jul 2026, 11:34 ·Clara West 3 min read
UK Labour government maintains executive authority under Prime Minister Starmer

UK Labour government maintains executive authority under Prime Minister Starmer

The Labour government balances domestic policy and the implementation of the Online Safety Act with international engagement regarding the crisis in Sudan.

Politics ·3 Jul 2026, 15:36 ·Clara West 4 min read
Keir Starmer apologises for historical forced adoptions in England and Wales

Keir Starmer apologises for historical forced adoptions in England and Wales

Sir Keir Starmer has delivered a historic apology for the state-sanctioned forced removal of children from unmarried mothers in England and Wales. The government has pledged a £4 million support package to assist survivors with record access, family reunion services, and mental health counseling.

Politics ·3 Jul 2026, 02:03 ·Clara West 3 min read
Keir Starmer issues state apology for historical forced adoption scandal

Keir Starmer issues state apology for historical forced adoption scandal

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially apologized for the state-facilitated forced adoption of babies between 1949 and 1976. This marks a shift in accountability for systemic failures within public, religious, and health institutions.

News ·2 Jul 2026, 23:12 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read