The Latest Breaking News from Sir Keir Starmer

Four charts that show the ‘north-south divide’ – but also reveal a more complicated task for Burnham

ANALYSIS : After Andy Burnham set out his devolution policy as he attempts to succeed Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister, Alex Ross analyses the so-called north-south divide the “King of the North” will attempt to break

The Independent UK · Jun 29

‘Rhetoric alone will not cut it’ says Swinney as Burnham pledges more devolution

The First Minister’s comments come as Andy Burnham made his first speech after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation.

The Independent UK · Jun 29

Burnham promises ‘hope’ as he unveils ‘new direction’ for Britain

The MP almost certain to be the next prime minister chose the People’s History Museum in Manchester, a homage to Britain’s left-wing history, to unveil his pitch for power

The Independent UK · Jun 29

Burnham vows to 'rewire Britain' with devolution push and 'No. 10 North' in Manchester

Labour's likely next PM set out a 10-year economic plan in his Manchester speech, promising greater regional powers and a shift away from trickle-down economics.

Euronews · Jun 29

SNP claims ‘nothing of substance for Scotland’ from likely PM Andy Burnham

SNP Westminster leader Dave Doogan spoke out after the man expected to succeed Sir Keir Starmer delivered a speech in Manchester.

Evening Standard · Jun 29

Five key takeaways from Andy Burnham's major speech

The former mayor of Greater Manchester set out his economic blueprint for the country in the speech after declaring his candidacy for Labour leadership

Evening Standard · Jun 29

Andy Burnham vows to set up No 10 North as ‘nerve centre of rewired Britain’

UK’s likely next PM says Westminster system is ‘broken’ and he will oversee a devolution of power and resources

The Guardian - UK · Jun 29

UK Taxpayers Pay £24M a Year to Protect 9 Living Ex-PMs: Why Does It Cost So Much?

British taxpayers face a £24M annual bill for protecting former prime ministers, with costs rising due to increased security needs and the growing number of ex-leaders.

International Business Times UK · Jun 29

Prime Minister meets hospitality bosses to outline help for youth jobless crisis

Sir Keir Starmer hosted a roundtable at Downing Street to highlight his strategy.

Evening Standard · Jun 29

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