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Emotional plea made on live TV by Scots swimmer with terminal cancer to Andy Burnham

A star Scottish swimmer with terminal cancer has given an emotional live on TV to Andy Burnham

The National (Scotland)

The Burnham bounce is eclipsing the Green surge – and Zack Polanski’s radical hope is being tested

The new PM is enjoying a honeymoon period but the Greens have the freedom to say whatever Labour won’t, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

The Guardian - UK

Collapse in Farage’s approval rating could spell the end for the Reform revolution

ANALYSIS: Nigel Farage has weathered various political storms, but political editor David Maddox explains why this crisis might be different

The Independent UK

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Millions of Brits Could Be Hit by New 'Death Tax' Under Andy Burnham's Plan

The UK government is considering a flat 10% levy on estates to fund a new National Care Service, sparking debate over its impact on families and the NHS.

International Business Times UK

Labour Surges Past Reform UK for First Time in 16 Months as 'Burnham Bounce' Takes Hold

Labour surpasses Reform UK in a national poll, driven by Andy Burnham's cost-saving policies. Despite the lead, the political race remains tight, with Labour, Reform, and Conservatives closely matched.

International Business Times UK

Andy Burnham warns of ‘big decisions’ ahead on unfair council tax system

The Prime Minister highlighted that residents in Greater Manchester are paying more than those in London

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham responds to speculation he could call snap general election

New prime minister Andy Burnham has definitively ruled out calling an early general election, despite recent speculation in Westminster that he might seek a fresh mandate for his leadership . In his first major broadcast interview since entering Downing Street , Mr Burnham stated that he would not force voters…

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Andy Burnham suggests stricter benefit conditions to cut welfare bill

The Prime Minister said ‘we’ve got to get really serious’ about slashing the ballooning costs.

Evening Standard

UK's Burnham to welcome Zelensky in first foreign leader visit

LONDON - British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will on Monday host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as his first foreign leader since taking office a week ago, to underline London's "unwavering support" for Kyiv.

Bangkok Post

Andy Burnham facing fresh questions over ‘unfunded spending’ as new PM set to unveil plan to fix social care

Downing Street sources say the new prime minister ‘has the courage’ to fix problems that have bedevilled politics for decades – but opposition parties want to know where the money is coming from

The Independent UK

The UK has its first Catholic PM – but don’t expect a US-style religious culture war to follow

Trump administration has clashed with Vatican on social issues but Burnham’s faith is shaped by different principles

The Guardian - UK

Was Keir Starmer’s leaving party the boozy birth of a new Labour force?

A £10,000 bar tab was drunk, there was a ‘lot of anger’, and now ex-ministers are thinking how to cooperate in future

The Guardian - UK

Expert issues warning to Andy Burnham as FOUR Labour ministers snub Scottish media

PRIME Minister Andy Burnham risks worsening the disconnect that many Scottish voters already feel from Westminster by avoiding a “key aspect of a…

The National (Scotland)

'I Am Against Rape and Murder': Elon Musk Denies Racism in Explosive Civil War Warning to Britain

Elon Musk predicts civil war in Britain due to migration, sparking controversy. He denies racism, citing diverse family and workforce. Musk criticises media for ignoring threats to Western values.

International Business Times UK

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The National (Scotland)

Anas Sarwar breaks silence on 'shameful' appointment as government role confirmed

ANAS Sarwar has spoken out after his appointment to the House of Lords and as a trade minister was confirmed by Downing Street.

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham cuts business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues across England

The discount will apply to nearly 32,000 hospitality businesses

The Independent UK

Mike Tapp leaves role as migration minister weeks after Mahmood row

‘For me, service has always meant putting the country first, and I’m proud to have approached the role with that principle at its heart,’ Mr Tapp said in his departure letter

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Andy Burnham and devolution: it takes a powerful centre to decentralise power

Editorial: When it comes to driving an agenda from No 10, the prime minister seems to have learned important lessons from his predecessor’s failure

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Euronews

New UK PM touts 'cost of living government' with VAT cut and bus fare cap

Andy Burnham has used his first days in Downing Street to scrap the 5% VAT charged on household electricity bills and cap single bus fares in England at £2, telling his new cabinet that Britain now has a "cost of living government".

International Business Times UK

Andy Burnham Approves US Use of UK Bases for Iran Strikes in First Major Foreign Policy Test

Andy Burnham approves continued US use of UK bases for Iran operations, balancing Britain's alliance with Washington and legal concerns over the conflict.

The Independent UK

Downing Street reveals details of Burnham and Trump’s first call

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The Independent UK

Andy Burnham’s first conversation with Donald Trump was ‘extremely warm’, Downing Street says

Mr Burnham’s phone call with the US president lasted 20 minutes, Downing Street said

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham’s cabinet changes open door to rethink on Brexit

ANALYSIS: The appointment of Hamish Falconer to lead Brexit reset talks suggests Andy Burnham may end up reconsidering Keir Starmer’s red lines, political editor David Maddox writes

The National (Scotland)

Andy Burnham rules out 'further referendums' in first call with devolved leaders

PRIME Minister Andy Burnham has ruled out “further referendums” in calls with devolved leaders, Downing Street has said.

The Economic Times

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.…

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