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Burnham’s Next 100 Days Put Labour’s Political Choices Under Scrutiny
Burnham faces key decisions as Brexit, North Sea oil and cabinet debates intensify pressure across British politics.
Burnham Calls for Evidence-Led Debate on EU Free Movement
Andy Burnham urges a factual debate on restoring free movement between Britain and Europe, reopening a central post-Brexit question.
UK leaders convene wildfire summit as Burnham urges military aircraft support
UK holds its first wildfire summit after a record 2026 season; Burnham urges drafting military aircraft to bolster firefighting capacity.
Ministers and Mayors at Odds Over Jackdaw as Calls Grow to Reverse Licence Ban
Tension rises as Burnham defends Jackdaw decision while a minister urges the PM to lift a ban on new oil and gas licences.
Burnham pledges crackdown on ‘rip-off’ parking charges
Mayor Burnham promises new rules to curb excessive charges on motorists penalised on private land and improve fairness in parking enforcement.
Polanski says he will not overturn Green Party ‘Zionism is racism’ motion; will seek amendment while the motion stands until 2028
Green Party leader Polanski says he will not overturn the 'Zionism is racism' motion and intends to pursue amendments while it remains in force until 2028.
Senior Foreign Office Official Dismissed After Vetting Dispute Involving Lord Mandelson
Sir Olly Robbins has been removed from his senior role at the Foreign Office following issues linked to the vetting of Lord Mandelson.
Banks Brace as Chancellor’s Budget Looms with Profit-Focused Tax Risk
Senior bank executives expect profit-targeted measures in the Chancellor's Budget later this month, prompting close industry and market scrutiny.
UK Premier Reaffirms Steadfast Backing for Zelensky During London Visit
British PM reassured President Zelensky of continued support during a London visit aimed at consolidating European backing after a row with Donald Trump.
MI5 urges caution over claims of Russian meddling in Brexit vote
MI5 cautions against overstating Russian interference after Andy Burnham's claim about the 2016 Brexit referendum; calls for clarity on evidence.
Burnham to press for fresh post-Brexit arrangements at EU summit
Burnham will press for new post-Brexit arrangements at the EU summit as Kemi Badenoch accuses the PM of 'unpicking' the original deal.
Deputy Liberal Democrat Steps Down from Frontbench, Cites Distraction Over Leader
Deputy leader Daisy Cooper resigns a frontbench post, saying MPs back Ed Davey and are frustrated by the distraction.
Polanski under fire after party motion on Zionism and by-election defeat
Polanski has defended his leadership after criticism over a members' motion labelling Zionism racist and a recent by-election defeat.
UK’s Burnham Heads to Berlin to Boost Cooperation on Rising Hybrid Threats
Burnham travels to Berlin to discuss deeper UK-Germany cooperation on hybrid threats from Russia, Downing Street says.
Badenoch Rules Out Deal with Reform UK, Prefers Fresh Mandate
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch rejects a pact with Reform UK and promises measures to reduce hiring costs for 21–24-year-olds.
Polanski barred after party motion labels Zionism ‘racism’, conference splits leadership
A party vote at the Brighton conference declaring Zionism 'racism' preceded a ban on Roman Polanski and exposed divisions among senior figures.
Tories promise to remove £100,000 childcare ‘cliff edge’, Badenoch tells BBC
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says the party will remove the £100,000 childcare 'cliff edge' to avoid penalising harder-working families.
Suspect from Widdecombe Charged Over Alleged Plot Targeting Nigel Farage
Counter-terror police say an additional charge follows a 'hugely intensive and complex investigation' into an alleged plot against Nigel Farage.