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Two prime ministerial resignations, 10 years apart: ‘Brexit represents a kind of faultline in British history’

Keir Starmer’s announcement on Monday was the latest convulsion since the Brexit vote. This week, as we marked 10 years since the referendum, our former national news editor Dan Sabbagh looked back to the start of Britain’s ongoing political chaos

The Guardian - UK

‘No evidence of wrongdoing found’ after minister’s text exchange

Thomas-Symonds has remained loyal to Sir Keir amid turmoil at the top of Government

The Independent UK

How Keir Starmer let Andy Burnham through the No10 door

After the Prime Minister’s resignation, Anne McElvoy asks Westminster insiders: what went wrong and how could Andy Burnham make it right?

Evening Standard

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Labour has abandoned the missions that brought it to power. Here’s how Burnham could revive them

With a new prime minister incoming, Labour faces a fundamental question about its economic vision, says economics professor Mariana Mazzucato

The Guardian - UK

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)

Elite commandos promised £500m in defence spending plan

High-speed boats and strike drones will be committed to the elite force, with a focus on the High North.

Evening Standard

UK minister working up plans for state-owned housing developer

Exclusive: Steve Reed is looking at government run scheme that could borrow at lower rates than private developers

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The lectern is never a good sign

You always know something "big" is going on in the UK when a lectern suddenly appears outside 10 Downing Street as happened last Monday. It is not usually good news for whoever happens to be in residence at the time.

Bangkok Post

Burnham at centre of row over calling early election after Labour coronation

There has been mounting speculation that the MP for Makerfield could call a general election in a bid to dispel accusations that he doesn’t have a mandate to lead

The Independent UK

UK to introduce new legal routes for asylum seekers, refugees

The UK interior ministry has announced it will create new legal routes for asylum seekers, including allowing community organisations to sponsor refugees based on a similar system in Canada.

Radio France Internationale

The war for Burnham’s ear: politicians and wonks fight for influence over a PM

There is high emotion, a deluge of policy papers and an ‘excruciating’ jostle for jobs as Labour’s probable next leader settles back into Westminster life

The Guardian - UK

UK says it will open new sponsorship routes for eligible refugees

Britain is set to introduce safe, legal pathways for refugees, allowing community groups and employers to sponsor arrivals. Simultaneously, the government plans to amend human rights laws to expedite deportations of individuals residing in the UK illegally. This dual approach aims to manage immigration by opening controlled routes while tightening…

The Economic Times

Andy Burnham distanced himself from UK Prime Minister Starmer, but may be stuck with his policies

A significant leadership change is imminent in Britain as Andy Burnham prepares to succeed Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Burnham, recognized for his friendly nature, must adeptly handle the ramifications of Starmer's policies while striving to rejuvenate the economy and tackle the growing cost of living challenges. His approach, termed 'Manchesterism,'…

The Economic Times

Social media bans go global: big tech faces a reckoning after Australia’s crackdown

As a host of countries move to rein in social media use by children, could this be technology’s big tobacco moment?

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The Independent UK

Scotland’s safety put at risk by Westminster’s armed forces cuts – SNP

The party pointed to figures showing reductions to personnel and defence spending as a percentage of GDP.

Evening Standard

Mahmood to open safe routes for refugees while restricting rights claims

The Home Secretary said her plan was to ensure the UK has a trusted asylum system for ‘generations to come’.

The Independent UK

Shabana Mahmood to introduce new Canada-inspired asylum routes into UK

The new law will also tighten the definition of ‘family’ for the purposes of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR)

The Independent UK

Starmer hits back at home secretary over calls to sack minister

Downing Street issued a rebuke to both Ms Mahmood and Mr Tapp

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France 24

Brexit Britain: Sunlit Uplands or a Toad in the Harrow?

Political change in Britain has dominated the headlines, with Keir Starmer’s resignation paving the way for Andy Burnham, as the country also marks ten years since the Brexit vote. Fresh peace talks between the US and Iran have begun amid continuing tensions and sharply different accounts of progress from both…

The Guardian - UK

Mahmood outlines safe immigration routes plan to win over Labour left

Home secretary speeds up major part of bill governing asylum and refugees as new prime minister set to take over

Evening Standard

Downing Street rebukes Mahmood and Tapp amid row over immigration article

Shabana Mahmood had called for Sir Keir Starmer to sack Mike Tapp.

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham could become prime minister on 20 July if unopposed

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

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham could become prime minister on July 20

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

Evening Standard

Ex-foreign secretary David Miliband hails Andy Burnham’s ‘openness and energy’

The former MP ignored a question over whether he was interested in a return to government if Mr Burnham becomes prime minister.

The Guardian - UK

Brexit Britain and the roots of its discontent

Letters: Readers respond to an article by Rafael Behr in which he reflects on the ‘curse of Brexit’ and the reasons for Keir Starmer’s fall

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