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John Swinney to push Andy Burnham for powers to hold Scottish independence vote

JOHN Swinney has said he will push Andy Burnham for the powers to hold a second referendum on Scottish independence

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

Who is John Healey? Andy Burnham's Chancellor set to unveil first Budget

John Healey served in the Blair and Brown governments as well as the shadow cabinets of Ed Miliband and Jeremy Corbyn

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Swinney says he will push Burnham for powers to hold Scottish independence vote

Scotland’s First Minister said Sir Keir Starmer’s successor could represent a fresh start for relations between the Scottish and UK governments.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

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John Healey appointed Chancellor amid Andy Burnham Cabinet clear-out

The ex-defence secretary replaces Rachel Reeves, while Ed Miliband becomes Foreign Secretary and Shabana Mahmood remains Home Secretary.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

With PM Burnham, we’ll get warmth, audacity and knowhow. For everything else, cling to hope

He looks the part, with a rise as impressive as his speeches, but is that enough? You cannot know if someone is up to the job until they have to do it, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

The Guardian - UK · Jul 20

How soon is now? Tomorrow, if you're Andy Burnham

WHEN you say it’s going to happen now, when exactly do you mean?

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

Can Andy Burnham 'end rough sleeping'? Here's what his record tells us

ANDY Burnham has pledged to end rough sleeping in his “first instruction” to officials on becoming Prime Minister.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

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'I'm proud': Rachel Reeves reacts as Andy Burnham sacks first-ever female Chancellor

Rachel Reeves follows David Lammy and Steve Reed in losing out under new Burnham government

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Yes Scotland chief had no knowledge of post about ‘missing’ £1.5m – lawyer

Aamer Anwar said a social media post on the Yes Scotland account had been made without Blair Jenkins’ knowledge or consent.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

No tears from Keir as Burnham strolls into No 10 with the clock already ticking

Rapid turnover of prime ministers continues as UK gets another promise that, this time, things will be different

The Guardian - UK · Jul 20

Lammy and Reeves among senior ministers to leave after Burnham takes power

Peter Kyle has also left his role as business secretary.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Britons Question Westminster Stability After Six Prime Ministers in Less Than a Decade

Amid frequent leadership changes, Britons express concerns over political stability and its impact on economic and social challenges, highlighting the need for consistent governance to restore public confidence.

International Business Times UK · Jul 20

Yes Scotland boss did not approve post mocking 'missing £1.5m' claim

YES Scotland’s chief executive has said that a post mocking claims of a “missing £1.5 million” was published online without his approval.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

The full list of Keir Starmer allies sacked from Cabinet by Andy Burnham

SEVERAL allies of Keir Starmer have been sacked from Cabinet – including deputy prime minister David Lammy and chancellor Rachel Reeves – by new…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

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Evening Standard · Jul 20

New Prime Minister Burnham pressed for ‘early engagement’ on Northern Ireland

DUP leader Gavin Robinson said a visit to the region would be welcome.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

When will Andy Burnham call a general election? Demands for poll grow as new PM pledges 'circuit breaker'

The former mayor of Manchester entered Downing Street on Monday promising his appointment would be a ‘circuit breaker’ for Britain

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Taoiseach will work with Prime Minister to ensure ‘close co-operation’

Micheál Martin has congratulated Andy Burnham on becoming Prime Minister.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Swinney wants ‘constructive conversations’ with newly appointed Burnham

The Scottish First Minister has said he wants to talk about ‘the right to choose a fresh start with independence’ with the Labour leader.

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The Guardian - UK · Jul 20

Six highlights from Andy Burnham’s first Downing Street speech

From ‘circuit breaker for Britain’ to 10-year plan, new prime minister sets out his stall

Radio France Internationale · Jul 20

Burnham becomes UK's seventh PM in a decade after Starmer resigns

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said politicians “need to be better” as he delivered his first speech on Monday as the United Kingdom's new leader.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Andy Burnham: I'll end rough sleeping in London, new PM vows in first Downing Street speech

He announced an extra £340 million as part of plans to tackle rough sleeping

Bangkok Post · Jul 20

Andy Burnham becomes Britain’s prime minister

LONDON — Andy Burnham became the leader of Britain on Monday, capping an extraordinary demonstration of political power in which he easily won a seat in Parliament and swiftly engineered the resignation of the sitting prime minister so he could take his place.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

John Swinney looks forward to 'constructive' talks with Andy Burnham on independence

FIRST Minister John Swinney has said he looks forward to "constructive conversations" with new Prime Minister Andy Burnham on making…

Evening Standard · Jul 20

In full: Andy Burnham’s first speech as Prime Minister

The new Prime Minister vowed to set out a ten-year plan later this year

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

Andy Burnham's first PM speech greeted by man singing EU anthem and Rosebank protests

A MAN could be heard singing Beethoven’s Ode to Joy as Andy Burnham gave his first speech as the new Prime Minister of the UK.

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