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Heathrow Airport expansion: Chancellor John Healey flags growth potential
As the UK's busiest hub pushes for a £33bn third runway, the government is playing it cool despite previous signals that the project was a go.
Land Registry: Why public access to ownership data remains locked
The UK government is dragging its feet on promises to make data on large land plots free, leaving locals and environmentalists in the dark.
Andy Burnham meets Zelensky as UK pledges new support for Ukraine
The Prime Minister is navigating a tense diplomatic landscape after President Trump’s recent energy deal with Moscow.
Andy Burnham to decide on Rosebank and Jackdaw oil fields 'shortly'
The Prime Minister is under fire to approve major North Sea drilling projects while balancing climate concerns and energy security.
Andy Burnham signals shift in UK-EU relations
The Prime Minister is hinting at a closer relationship with Europe, but concrete plans remain vague.
Andy Burnham: Iran behind planned attack on U.S. base in U.K.
The British Prime Minister says the IRGC likely directed a plot targeting U.S. bombers stationed at RAF Fairford.
Labour budget: Why insiders fear the party is losing its edge
As the UK government preps for a tough October budget, internal anxiety is growing that small-scale fixes won't cut it for a public demanding major change.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham moves to ban job contract non-compete clauses
New legislation aims to stop companies from blocking your career growth and side hustles.
Palantir: Tom Watson warns against ‘mob rule’ in public contract fights
The former Labour deputy leader is calling out critics of his new employer as the tech giant faces intense pressure over its UK government deals.
Holborn and St Pancras byelection: Labour's Sagal Abdi-Wali wins seat
Labour holds off a surge from the Green Party in a high-stakes north London showdown that doubles as a test for Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham: How Liverpool fans' chants sparked a fight for justice
A historic moment at Anfield in 2009 turned the tide for Hillsborough families, proving that the collective energy of the Kop can change national policy.
Jukka Salovaara: New EU ambassador eyes UK relationship reset
The EU's new ambassador to the UK is positioning himself as a key facilitator while the Burnham government weighs its future with Brussels.
Royal Horticultural Society: Boss defends gardening and seeks new growth
After securing a £2.3m payout for traffic woes, RHS director general Clare Matterson is pivoting to community gardens and national health initiatives.
UK Conservatives eye deeper spending cuts if they retake power
Leaked audio from shadow chancellor Andrew Griffith suggests the party is planning austerity measures that go beyond their previously pledged £47bn in savings.
UK Voters Say Rejoin EU Could Boost Labour
New poll suggests renegotiating ties with Brussels could sway nearly half of voters and significantly impact election results.
Airlines: Government plans to ban fees for sitting with your kids
The proposed Civil Aviation Bill could save families over £100 per trip by ending junk fees for family seating and simple booking typos.
Andy Burnham, Manchester City, and the Abu Dhabi investment debate
The Prime Minister is facing heat for praising Manchester City’s owners while the club battles serious financial breach allegations.
Energy bills: Why your wallet is about to feel the squeeze
Millions of households in Great Britain are bracing for a 4% hike in energy costs as pressure mounts on the Treasury to step up support.
Iran suspected of involvement in U.K. air base bomb plot
Prime Minister Andy Burnham says there are strong indications Iran played a role in an alleged plot against a British air base used by U.S. forces.
Andy Burnham shakes up Labour with new plan for care and Europe
The PM is betting his future on radical reforms including a new national care service and rethinking Brexit, despite the political risks.
Andy Burnham reveals plan to end pension triple lock to fund care
The Prime Minister says changing the state pension system will help finance a new national care service by 2030.
Andy Burnham, pensions, and the future of social care funding
Unite boss Sharon Graham is calling out the potential end of the pension triple lock as the PM eyes a major overhaul of the UK's social care system.
Bowen Pies owner shuts shop as rising business costs hit breaking point
The Apprentice alum Paul Bowen is calling out the PM after high overheads and insurance hikes forced him to shutter his Chorley storefront.
Andy Burnham eyes social care overhaul, but the funding plan remains fuzzy
The Prime Minister is looking to tackle the long-stalled social care crisis by potentially leveraging the pension triple lock as a trade-off.
Andy Burnham to launch Great British Grid to slash energy costs
The Prime Minister is shaking up the energy market with a new public body to fix grid delays and lower your monthly bills.
Social Care Reform: Why the NHS-style plan might be decades away
Economist Sir Andrew Dilnot warns that a free, universal social care system in England faces massive financial hurdles and a long implementation timeline.
Reform UK: Why readers are split on the party's future
The debate over Reform UK’s impact on British democracy heats up as readers react to John Harris’s take on Labour’s next move.
Heathrow third runway expansion faces four-year delay
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is keeping his distance from the massive £33 billion project as project timelines get pushed back to 2039.
Andy Burnham plans to overhaul social care with NHS-style system
The Prime Minister is pledging a radical, universal care service to replace England’s current system, but is keeping the funding plan under wraps for now.
UK Chancellor faces pre-budget stress test amid Iran war and bond market volatility
The UK Treasury is balancing a 'Burnham bounce' in consumer confidence against the harsh reality of soaring energy prices and global debt pressure.
SNL U.K. spoofs Oasis as Russian hackers in wild sketch
The band members pulled off a chaotic prank on Prime Minister Andy Burnham by asking him to fill in for a gig.
Portadown march blocked by high court judge amid sectarian tension
A judge has temporarily halted a controversial Orange Order parade in Northern Ireland, urging all parties to de-escalate before violence breaks out.
Heathrow Airport: Third runway project faces major four-year delay
The massive £33bn expansion is hitting a wall as regulatory bottlenecks push the opening timeline back, leaving a lot of cash on the table.
Andy Burnham announces 'Your first home' plan for first-time buyers
The Prime Minister is rolling out a 20% equity loan scheme for those who don't have the 'bank of mum and dad' to help them out.
Andy Burnham is trying to fix the UK's broken relationship with farmers
After controversial tax changes left rural communities feeling ghosted, the government is sliding into DMs to rebuild trust before the next budget.
Lucy Powell: Labour must unite progressive voters to win
The deputy leader says Labour needs to stop being embarrassed by its values and bring the left back together to seize a second chance under Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham confirms no early general election before 2029
The Prime Minister is shutting down rumors that Labour’s recent polling bounce would trigger an early trip to the ballot box.
Andy Burnham: UK Prime Minister sets stage for Labour conference pivot
The Prime Minister is heading to Liverpool to define his vision and officially move the party past the Starmer era.