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For Andy Burnham 'revenge' was a dish served piping hot to the new PM on his first full day in No10

Commentary: Keir Starmer key ally Darren Jones fires missile into centre of Burnham government with startling attack over energy bills

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer goes down the pub after quitting Number 10 as ex-PM celebrates with Rachel Reeves and other loyalists

The pair seemed in good spirits in north London shortly after making their Downing Street departure

Evening Standard

UK PM Andy Burnham promotes British Indian AI minister to Cabinet post

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has formed his new Cabinet team in London. British Indian minister Kanishka Narayan was promoted to the Cabinet as AI Minister. Lisa Nandy retained her department and gained new digital responsibilities. Shabana Mahmood continues as Home Secretary, and Jonathan Reynolds resumes trade. Several senior ministers allied…

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‘A big job ahead of him’: world leaders congratulate Andy Burnham as he becomes Britain’s PM

Beyond the diplomatic platitudes global media focuses on the ‘immense’ scale of the challenge he faces in the job

The Guardian - UK

Who is Kanishka Narayan, Bihar-born MP picked as UK's AI minister in Andy Burnham's cabinet

As Andy Burnham assumed office as the United Kingdom's new prime minister, he retained Indian-origin Labour MP Kanishka Narayan as minister for artificial intelligence, elevating the portfolio to a cabinet-level position for the first time.

The Times of India

Defence shares climb on investment hopes after new Chancellor named

Babcock was the top riser on the FTSE 100, with shares up 7.8%, while BAE Systems lifted by 3.25% and Qinetiq moved 4% higher.

Evening Standard

Defence shares rise after Andy Burnham appoints John Healey as chancellor

Babcock and BAE Systems benefit as markets hope former defence secretary will increase spending on sector

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Burnham announces £850m tax cut on energy bills but faces questions over funding

The VAT reduction will be paid for by scrapping the digital ID card scheme, but former minister Darren Jones said that project was unfunded.

The Independent UK

‘Honour’ for Douglas Alexander to stay as Scottish Secretary under Burnham

Mr Alexander was appointed by Sir Keir Starmer, and held on despite the new PM purging a number of leading figures from the Cabinet.

Evening Standard

UK leader Burnham gathers his Cabinet after sweeping away Starmer supporters

New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is gathering his Cabinet after removing allies of predecessor Keir Starmer from the government

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham's Cabinet Shake-up Explained: What Happened to Rachel Reeves and Other Starmer Allies?

Former Chancellor Rachel Reeves is among the high-profile figures to lose a key cabinet position in Andy Burnham's government.

International Business Times UK

Who Is John Healey? Meet Andy Burnham's New Chancellor and Former Defence Secretary

Veteran Labour politician John Healey is returning to the Treasury after being named Chancellor in Andy Burnham's first Cabinet reshuffle.

International Business Times UK

Miliband has been relentlessly attacked for net zero; what will happen now?

Tories, Reform, fossil fuel industry and some in his party lined up against decarbonisation target as energy secretary

The Guardian - UK

Andy Burnham announces £850m VAT cut on energy bills to ease cost-of-living

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the measure would put money in people’s pockets and ‘bring back hope’.

Evening Standard

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Euronews

Trade, trophies and tanks

In today's newsletter: A team of Members of the European Parliament travel to China, Spain's reigning champions tour Madrid, and an expert explains the point of Europe's military parades.

The Guardian - UK

UK borrows less than expected as Healey vows to ‘buffer against uncertainty’

Figure of £16bn from ONS comes after Andy Burnham revealed plans to cut VAT on electricity bills

International Business Times UK

Larry the Cat Has Outlasted Six UK Prime Ministers: Here's Every British Leader He's Seen Come and Go

Larry the Cat, the 'Chief Mouser' at 10 Downing Street, endures despite frequent changes in UK prime ministers since 2011, most recently Andy Burnham.

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky sacks armed forces chief in biggest military shakeup since Putin’s invasion

President sacks former armed forces chief after days of street protests calling for him to go

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The Guardian - UK

Tuesday briefing: Inside Andy Burnham’s first day

In today’s newsletter: As the new prime minister enters No 10, our journalists take you through what it was like covering his first hours in power

The Independent UK

A £850 Victoria Beckham dress, too big cuffs and a Starmer in a stiletto – five style spots you may have missed on Burnham’s big day

LET’S UNPACK THAT: In all the excitement of the UK getting its seventh prime minister in a decade, you might have reasonably missed some fashion high (and low) points of Andy Burnham’s first day in No 10. Helen Coffey explains why they might tell us everything we need to know

The Guardian - UK

Andy Burnham’s plans could bring the UK closer to Europe than he realises

The new PM’s priorities are domestic, but he will soon realise that closer engagement with the EU is a no-brainer, says Paul Taylor of the European Policy Centre

France 24

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…

The Economic Times

Trump says he had 'very good conversation' with new British PM Andy Burnham

Trump held discussions with the newly appointed British Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, with their talks encompassing key topics such as North Sea oil and trade agreements. Furthermore, they delved into military partnerships and the urgent need for demining in the Hormuz Strait, with Burnham reaffirming London's dedication to defense and…

The Guardian - AU

Andy Burnham as new UK PM faces the defining test for the centre-left. Australia will be watching closely

Countering the populist challenge to liberal democracy requires something of a reset

Evening Standard

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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