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Indian steelmakers pivot home as Europe tightens imports, China squeezes margins

Indian steelmakers are shifting focus to domestic markets amid tighter European import rules. Exports to the EU and Britain are expected to significantly decrease this fiscal year. Competition from cheaper Chinese steel is challenging this domestic strategy. Companies are also exploring markets in East Asia and the Middle East. India's…

The Economic Times

Jonathan Reynolds ‌for business, Angela Rayner for housing: Meet UK Cabinet under PM Burnham

Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has appointed Jonathan Reynolds and Angela Rayner to key roles. Reynolds returns as secretary of state for business, innovation, science, and trade. Angela Rayner is back as housing minister after a previous resignation. Burnham's new government features a complete cabinet overhaul and new appointments.…

The Times of India

Andy Burnham Promises Cost-of-Living Relief: What Could Change for Households First?

Andy Burnham's government aims to ease Britain's cost-of-living crisis with potential measures like lower energy bills and capped bus fares, offering households quick relief amidst rising costs.

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Britain's new Prime Minister to cut taxes on electricity bills

The new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will cut taxes on electricity bills. This move aims to ease the ongoing cost-of-living crisis for citizens. The government plans to remove value-added tax from domestic electricity bills starting October 1. This financial action will be funded by cancelling a digital ID programme.…

The Economic Times

New PM Andy Burnham sets out first steps to reshape Britain

Andy Burnham begins his premiership by unveiling plans to ease living costs. He aims to improve public finances and end political uncertainty. Measures may include capping bus fares and reducing energy expenses. Investors will monitor his finance minister's funding strategies closely. Burnham seeks to demonstrate effective governance and voter support.

The Economic Times

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveils new government, replacing Starmer era

Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham took office on Monday, reshuffling the cabinet to remove allies of predecessor Keir Starmer and appointing John Healey as finance minister, Ed Miliband as foreign minister and Wes Streeting as defence minister. Burnham pledged a 10-year plan to tackle cost-of-living pressures and signalled a…

France 24

A look at Andy Burnham’s first day as Prime Minister

His first day began with an official audience with the King at Buckingham Palace before delivering his first address as PM outside No 10.

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Andy Burnham pledges to end rough sleeping in Britain in his first speech as new UK PM

Andy Burnham has become the United Kingdom's seventh prime minister in ten years. He made his first pledge to end rough sleeping across the country. Burnham met the king at Buckingham Palace before heading to Downing Street. He promised to address the cost of living and build more council homes.…

The Times of India

Andy Burnham vows to ‘bring back hope’ as he unveils his cabinet

New prime minister says government must ‘do better’ to deliver change but promises prudent approach to economy

The Guardian - UK

Voices: With the promise of a new politics, Andy Burnham has made a fresh start

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The prime minister's brutal clearout of his predecessor's cabinet has shown he can wield the knife. Now, he must prove he can chart a different course for Britain

The Independent UK

The Guardian view on Andy Burnham’s first day: the right vision, but time is of the essence

Editorial: Outside Downing Street, Britain’s new prime minister struck the right notes. Now he and his cabinet need to be brave

The Guardian - UK

Britain's New Prime Minister Andy Burnham Promises 'Stronger Public Control' of Stagnating Economy

Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade inherits weak growth, record-high taxes, and a swelling welfare bill. His proposed cure is an even larger role for the state.

Reason

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Allegedly Plot UK Return After Feeling 'Unwelcome in US'

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly considering a return to the UK, feeling less welcome in the US. They aim to rebuild ties with the British public and the Royal Family.

International Business Times UK

New PM Andy Burnham Reportedly Invites Trump to Manchester Despite Once Demanding Leaders Shun Him

UK PM Andy Burnham invited Donald Trump to Manchester, a diplomatic pivot from past criticisms. The move shows Burnham's strategic approach despite past friction.

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The Independent UK

Andy Burnham promises to be ‘circuit-breaker’ PM as he purges cabinet

Prime minister says his first instruction is to end rough sleeping and insists he does not want to leave Downing Street before the social care crisis is fixed

Evening Standard

Lawyer for Andrew and Tristan Tate vows to fight their extradition to UK

Britain is ‘a fallen state that prosecutes its citizens for free speech’, Joe McBride said.

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham sets out new direction for Britain as he takes power

The Prime Minister said he would deliver the biggest change in a generation with a new political and economic model.

International Business Times UK

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.

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Evening Standard

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

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham becomes Britain’s new prime minister as Starmer resigns, in photos

Andy Burnham became Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade after Keir Starmer resigned. Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester, delivered his first speech outside 10 Downing St. after taking office.

The Guardian - UK

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

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.

Euronews

Burnham promises to restore stability as UK enters 'new era'

Andy Burnham made a speech at Downing Street moments after being confirmed as the UK's new prime minister, speaking about support for Ukraine, ending rough sleeping and stabilising the economy.

Bangkok Post

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.

Evening Standard

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

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