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Tory grandee Michael Heseltine backs Andy Burnham’s No 10 North

Lord Heseltine said if the ex-mayor delivered on the broad vision he set out on Monday, it could be ‘very beneficial’ for ‘our entire economy’.

Evening Standard · Jun 30

Burnham plans to ‘rewire’ British state to improve people’s lives across UK

Andy Burnham said his proposals would shift power away from Whitehall as part of a ’10-year-mission’ to drive up living standards.

Evening Standard · Jun 29

Will the SNP need to rethink independence in Andy Burnham’s UK?

Experts weigh in on whether the UK's prime-minister-in-waiting could cause problems for Scottish independence campaign

The National (Scotland) · Jun 28

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Andy Burnham could become prime minister on July 20

Mr Burnham continues to mull his cabinet picks should he become prime minister.

Evening Standard · Jun 26

Andy Burnham could become prime minister on 20 July if unopposed

Mr Burnham is currently the only declared candidate for the party leadership

The Independent UK · Jun 26

Burnham joins campaign launch for Labour’s Manchester mayor candidate

The Makerfield MP, and likely successor to Sir Keir Starmer in Downing Street, was at the launch for Labour’s Bev Craig.

Evening Standard · Jun 26

Co-defendants of man accused of conspiring to drug and rape his wife named

The husband, in his 60s, has admitted some sexual offences against his wife, but will also face a jury on further charges.

Evening Standard · Jun 26

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Cabinet ministers back Burnham as he prepares to enter No 10 as early as July

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said she had spoken to the former mayor and he was ‘100% behind our unwavering support for Ukraine’.

Evening Standard · Jun 25

In Pictures: People try to keep cool in summer sun as temperatures soar

A ‘heat-dome’ settling over western Europe could bring temperatures of up to 40C by Wednesday.

Evening Standard · Jun 23

Watchdog ‘may take different view’ from me over £5 million gift, says Farage

The Reform UK leader has repeatedly denied wrongdoing over the gift from Christopher Harborne, a major party donor based in Thailand.

Evening Standard · Jun 23

What might Andy Burnham as PM mean for the City and economy?

One of the biggest concerns for the financial markets will be who will take up the role of chancellor under a new Cabinet.

The Independent UK · Jun 22

Andy Burnham’s allies ‘want Starmer to hand over power in September’

The Prime Minister has made clear he will fight any challenge to his position earlier on Friday.

Evening Standard · Jun 19

Could Andy Burnham’s win mean Keir Starmer’s days in No 10 are numbered?

Sir Keir Starmer has made clear he intends to fight any challenge to his leadership.

Evening Standard · Jun 19

Tartan Army member caught up in shooting at hotel outside Boston

A MEMBER of the Tartan Army has spoken out after he was caught up in a shooting incident at a hotel in Massachusetts ...

The National (Scotland) · Jun 18

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Evening Standard · Jun 18

Myles Smith admits he’s ‘at my limit’ ahead of debut album’s release

The British singer’s album My Mess, My Heart, My Life will be released on Friday.

Evening Standard · Jun 16

Molly Mae Hague credits ‘spanx and a lot of prayers’ for post-birth outing

She supported partner Tommy Fury at a boxing match less than two weeks after giving birth.

Evening Standard · Jun 14

Tommy Fury dedicates boxing victory to newborn son Midas

The pair welcomed the newest member of their family earlier this month alongside their daughter Bambi.

Evening Standard · Jun 13

UK heading for ‘poisonous’ politics of the US, Andy Burnham says

The Greater Manchester mayor said ‘things are getting harder, and politics is getting more polarised’.

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Evening Standard · Jun 11

Nearly 3,000 patients cared for in corridors or makeshift areas every day – data

A patient is classed as receiving corridor care if their treatment does not take place in a clinically appropriate and safe setting.

Evening Standard · Jun 5

Stars remember ‘incredible’ and ‘inspiring’ Mobo Awards founder Kanya King

King died peacefully on June 3 aged 57, following a ‘courageous’ battle with colon cancer.

The Independent UK · Jun 5

Kanya King death: Mobo Awards founder dies aged 57 after cancer battle

King founded the awards ceremony, which celebrates Black music and culture, in 1996

Evening Standard · Jun 4

Andy Burnham says he would challenge Sir Keir Starmer for Labour leadership

Mr Burnham has ruled out calling a snap election if he enters Downing Street.

Evening Standard · Jun 2

Andy Burnham rules out snap general election if he becomes Prime Minister

Mr Burnham is tipped to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership if he is successful in winning the Makerfield by-election.

The Independent UK · Jun 2

Andy Burnham rules out early general election if he dethrones Keir Starmer as Prime Minister

Mr Burnham is tipped to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership if he is successful in winning the Makerfield by-election.

The Independent UK · May 27

Reform backs Makerfield candidate amid row over social media posts

Robert Kenyon is reported to have said Russia was ‘within their rights’ to invade Crimea and questioned the seriousness of Covid-19.

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