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The Labour government faces criticism over the prisons crisis, dismissing Reform UK's proposals, while also grappling with the cost of living and accusations of "gross negligence" on climate change from the Green party.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is embarking on a national tour to reconnect the government with the British public, planning to announce policies addressing the cost of living crisis and high street improvements.
The Home Office has informed an Italian engineer that his settled status was granted in error, consequently stripping his Brazilian wife of her right to remain in the UK, a situation affecting at least 100 individuals.
The Royal Navy has increased its monitoring of Russian vessels by 25% in July, deploying patrol ships and helicopters to shadow warships in the Dover Strait and North Sea.
The UK government reports a significant increase in arrests and deportations of people working illegally since July 2024, while the Conservative party proposes banning foreign nationals from social housing.
More than 1,900 small businesses including car washes and vape shops are on a Home Office list that allows them to sponsor foreign workers. The rules were tightened in July 2025 but many of these businesses remain on the register.
Reform UK plans to impose severe penalties, including 10% of global revenues in fines and prison sentences for bosses, on companies employing illegal migrant workers, even if unaware of their status.
More than 120 MPs and peers have asked the chancellor to carry out an 'urgent review' of the student loan repayment system, citing an 'unsustainable burden' on the next generation of workers.
UK banks have reported soaring profits, with calls growing for a windfall tax to help ease cost of living pressures on households. Campaigners say raising taxes on bank earnings could yield £19bn, helping to offset the prime minister Andy Burnham's plans to slash living c…
The mother of PC Andrew Harper expressed her disappointment that her son's killers remain eligible for early release. The government revised plans to tackle prison overcrowding, excluding rapists and child abusers from the scheme but keeping domestic abusers and killers e…
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has made his first unpopular decision by releasing prisoners early, including those convicted of manslaughter and sex offenses. The decision was made to prevent the prison system from becoming overwhelmed.
More than 150 migrants have been rescued after the boat they were using to cross the Channel caught fire on Tuesday morning, French authorities have said. The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to the French maritime prefecture o…
Andy Burnham’s 6 most shameless Manchester plugs
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has been promoting his hometown of Manchester in various ways since taking office. He has referenced the city in meetings with world leaders, used Manchester slang, and even invited Donald Trump to visit the city.
Reform UK's plan to use the Royal Navy to intercept and return small boats in the Channel faces criticism for lacking substance and potential legal issues, while the party grapples with internal divisions and a donations scandal.
Rupert Lowe, leader of Restore Britain, has urged Nigel Farage to work together. Lowe proposed cooperation on policies and reforms.
Chancellor John Healey warns of potential price gouging by retailers amid ongoing Iran conflict, sparking concerns over rising costs for British households.
Lucy Powell, the new education secretary, wants to be an ambitious ‘tiger mum’ for all young people, regardless of their route through education. She believes that schools should pursue academic excellence alongside high-quality vocational training, and that it is a ‘fals…
Ed Miliband, the new UK Foreign Secretary, is reportedly energized by the policy challenges of his role, focusing on EU relations, the climate crisis, and the UK's upcoming G20 chairmanship.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has called for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to resign over his "outrageous" plans to sell a stake in the World Cup, stating Infantino is "the wrong man to lead the organisation."
A senior judge has accused the Home Office of relying on ‘AI hallucinated’ information to refuse an asylum claim. The case relates to a Moroccan woman and her child who fled her country after experiencing forced underage marriage and extreme violence.
A YouGov poll suggests that Andy Burnham has a clear lead over other party leaders on who would make the best prime minister. The poll also shows that support for Nigel Farage is falling.
Andy Burnham has promised to use his ‘political capital’ to fix the crumbling social care system in England, saying that without rapid action the NHS could effectively collapse.
Andy Burnham promises to disagree with Trump publicly if needed, as new defence secretary Wes Streeting emphasizes the importance of setting out disagreements.
Andy Burnham will hold his first meeting in No 10 North in Manchester today, the new branch of Downing Street in the north-west that the prime minister has described as “the biggest rebalancing of power our country has seen”.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has closed the door on a new vote for Scottish independence, saying such a referendum is off limits. Burnham made the remarks during a meeting with Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney in Glasgow on Thursday.
The UK government has announced a 20% cut in business rates for pubs, clubs, and music venues in England, as part of a £100m aid package. The move has been welcomed by hospitality leaders, but some have questioned its scale and called for further support for the industry.
Andy Burnham has cut business rates for pubs, clubs, and live music venues by 20% in England, saving the typical pub an estimated £1,100 next year. The cuts will cost about £100m a year and will be partly funded by reviewing reliefs for 'anti-social businesses', with vape…
UK ministers Shabana Mahmood and Wes Streeting have been accused of making 'cheap jokes' about releasing prisoners early. The comments were caught on camera and have been met with anger from victims of crime.
7 Times Andy Burnham Flirted with Nigel Farage’s Voters
Andy Burnham, the newly-installed UK Prime Minister, has made overtures to Nigel Farage's voters by promising not to 'out-Reform Reform'. He has attacked the Whitehall 'blob', backed British industry, and proposed a coastal minister. Burnham has also praised Farage's comm…
John Healey, the new UK chancellor, has been described as a safe choice who can unite a fractured party while not scaring the markets. However, many who know him say he is more ideologically driven than he may seem, and that Prime Minister Andy Burnham will come unstuck i…