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In The Room | Can Andy Burnham succeed where Keir Starmer failed?

It’s Keir Starmer’s final week in office. 739 days ago, after a rejection of the Tories and a sweeping landslide for Labour, he became PM. So where did it all go wrong for him? Today we take a trip down memory lane to summer 2024 and the beginning of Keir…

The Independent UK

Starmer was doomed in his first 100 days. Here’s what Burnham needs to do to avoid the same fate

IN THE ROOM: Starmer’s first 100 days in power reveal much about what led to his downfall. All the more reason for Andy Burnham to learn from them, say ex-Whitehall insiders Helen MacNamara and Cleo Watson. Reported by Maja Anushka

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham's frontrunner for chancellor unveiled as key figure 'blocked'

Andy Burnham's top pick for chancellor has been unveiled, after reports suggested one of the most likely candidates for the role has been…

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Andy Burnham condemns alleged right-wing terror plot at Islamic gathering, says 'hatred against Muslims has no place in UK'

British politician Andy Burnham, likely to be the next prime minister of the UK, has condemned what police described as an alleged right-wing terror threat targeting an Islamic gathering in Suffolk, saying hatred against Muslims has "no place" in the UK.

The Times of India

Starmer’s final PMQs live: Labour MP pays tearful tribute as outgoing leader gets standing ovation from Commons

Heartfelt tributes, thanks and farewells dominate session as Sir Keir faces MPs for the final time

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer to bow out at final PMQs as Andy Burnham heads to No10

Sir Keir set to hold final Cabinet talks with senior ministers before heading to the Commons for his last Prime Minister’s Questions

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham urged to overhaul ‘timid and limited’ elections bill

Ex-minister who helped write draft calls for bolder action on voting reform, crypto donations and social media

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Wednesday briefing: Do MPs have the will to stop mega-donors interfering in UK politics?

In today’s newsletter: The representation of the people bill has become a test of whether Britain can curb the surge in billionaire‑backed donations trying to influence how we run the country

The Guardian - UK

Ann Widdecombe: Police ‘considering left-wing motive’ in murder investigation

Counter-terrorism police are investigating the death of 78-year-old former MP and MEP Ann Widdecombe , who was found dead at her Devon home on Thursday. A 28-year-old man arrested in South Yorkshire is being held on suspicion of murder and terrorism offences, with police confirming it was a "targeted attack".…

The Independent UK

Labour must stop just writing a cheque for benefit claimants, says McFadden

Exclusive: Work and pensions secretary signals possible reform to welfare as ministers await key reviews

The Guardian - UK

Andy Burnham likely to remain pro-India if he becomes UK PM: Trade chief Harjinder Kang

UK's Trade Commissioner Harjinder Kang expressed confidence in continued strong India relations. He noted a broad cross-party consensus on India's economic significance. A new Free Trade Agreement between the UK and India officially takes effect today. This landmark pact aims to significantly boost bilateral trade and market access. The agreement…

The Economic Times

I investigated Palantir’s foothold in the British state – and what I found should worry us all

Paid-for political access and threadbare regulations have helped to embed the US tech firm in the NHS – and beyond. But there is a way to free ourselves, says Peter Geoghegan of Democracy for Sale

The Guardian - UK

Police ‘considering left-wing motive’ in Ann Widdecombe murder probe

Counter-terrorism police continue to quiz a man being held on suspicion of murdering veteran politician Ann Widdecombe.

Evening Standard

Starmer faces final Cabinet and PMQs as Burnham edges closer to No 10

The outgoing leader will hold farewell talks with his senior ministers in Downing Street before taking his last Commons grilling.

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The Independent UK

Reeves urges Britain to be ‘much bolder’ in fostering closer ties with the EU

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Rachel Reeves says ‘no alliance’ more important than with the EU in likely last major speech as chancellor

Ms Reeves also said Britain’s economy had ‘beaten the odds’ under her stewardship

The Guardian - UK

Global cooperation needed to tackle AI threats, says Bank of England governor

Andrew Bailey warns that US will not be able to achieve its ambitions alone

The Guardian - UK

Hillsborough law symbolises new era as power passes from Starmer to Burnham

Bill marks a full-circle moment for the PM-in-waiting and encapsulates what he says his government will be about

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Evening Standard

Burnham says ‘serious review’ into MP safety needed after Widdecombe death

The incoming prime minister said politics has ‘darkened’ in the last decade since he was last in Westminster.

The Guardian - UK

Burnham hails Hillsborough law as ‘rewiring of the state’ as MPs approve bill

PM-in-waiting says bill is major step towards securing accountability families had fought for, in rare moment of Labour unity

Evening Standard

Hillsborough law unanimously backed by MPs

Labour MP Ian Byrne, who was at Hillsborough during the fatal crush, was visibly emotional as he spoke in the chamber.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Covid and Hillsborough: families forced the state to face the truth

Editorial: Lady Hallett exposed waste and secrecy. Hillsborough campaigners showed why public bodies must be honest before and after catastrophe strikes

The Guardian - UK

Andy Burnham must act fast on the climate – or risk getting stuck in a ‘derailment’ doom loop

Around the world, climate-sceptic parties are exploiting floods and fires to make political capital. Without urgent changes, this deadly spiral will continue, says Laurie Laybourn, executive director of the Strategic Climate Risks Initiative

The Guardian - UK

In football and also in politics, we must balance high hopes with realism

Letter: Absurdly high expectations for the new prime minister will only lead to anger and resentment, writes Colin Montgomery – we new a new political ballgame

Evening Standard

Will Larry the cat be staying at Number 10 as Starmer moves out?

Larry the Cat’s future as Chief Mouser decided with change in leadership coming at Downing Street

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