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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

The Guardian - UK

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

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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,'…

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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?

The Guardian - 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.

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

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’.

Evening Standard

Starmer hits back at home secretary over calls to sack minister

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

The Independent UK

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…

France 24

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

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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.

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham could become prime minister on July 20

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

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

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.

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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

The Guardian - UK

Andy Burnham’s long coup: the chaotic year-long project to return him to Westminster

Story of the key figures, decisions, planning and missteps in push to line up Greater Manchester mayor for PM

The National (Scotland)

Andy Burnham 'must end UK complicity with Gaza genocide' as pressure grows

ANDY Burnham has been urged to “finally end” Britain’s complicity with the genocide in Gaza if he becomes prime minister

Evening Standard

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.

The Guardian - AU

Massive wins and the promise of change – but that’s where the Starmer-Albanese similarities end

While Anthony Albanese calls ousted British PM Keir Starmer his mate, the pair share very different political fortunes

The National (Scotland)

Who is on the BBC Question Time special tonight and what time?

THE BBC’s Question Time is hosting a special programme from Kettering in the wake of Keir Starmer announcing his resignation and Andy Burnham…

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Labour MP says Andy Burnham 'blames Westminster like John Swinney'

A SCOTTISH Labour MP has compared Andy Burnham to John Swinney and appeared to suggest voters had to bear “responsibility” for the PM being…

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