Reform UK’s Sian Astley Faces Uphill Battle in Greater Manchester Mayoral Race
The former DIY SOS presenter, standing for Nigel Farage’s party, is trying to capitalise on Andy Burnham’s departure as voters head to the polls on Thursday.
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UK Government Denies 'Death Tax' Plans for Social Care Funding
The government has denied plans for a so-called 'death tax' to fund social care reforms, ahead of a speech on the issue by Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Wednesday.
Trump suffers another legal defeat in appeals court over voter list dispute
A federal appeals court has ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to obtain a national voter list, upholding concerns from state officials that the request could lead t…
Burnham Bounce Lifts Labour Past Reform in New Poll
Labour has overtaken Reform UK in a new opinion poll, ending the party’s 15-month streak at the top, as Prime Minister Andy Burnham appears to benefit from a surge in support.
Police investigate £500,000 in donations to Reform UK from Richard Tice company
The Metropolitan Police are investigating two £250,000 donations made to Reform UK before the 2024 general election by Britain Means Business, a company controlled by the party's …
Reform wouldn’t take Tory reject, Farage says as he calls for voters who think he’s a crook to get rid of him
Reform wouldn’t take Tory reject, Farage says as he calls for voters who think he’s a crook to get rid of him Nigel Farage is battling 33 candidates, including Count Binface
Law student granted bail after appearing before court on explosives charge
Law student granted bail after appearing before court on explosives charge Isobella Perrie Sullivan appeared before a special sitting of Trim District Court. L
Regional mayors to take key roles in UK policy decisions under No 10 North plans
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced that regional mayors will play a leading role in national economic policy as part of the opening of No 10 North in Manchester, describing…
Conservatives ask HMRC to investigate Nigel Farage over £5m gift
The Conservative Party has written to HMRC questioning whether Nigel Farage should have paid tax on a £5 million gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne.
Andy Burnham Faces Political Backlash Over Review of Early Prisoner Release Plans
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has ordered a review of plans to release thousands of violent criminals, including killers and rapists, sparking a political row and condemna…
Andy Burnham Becomes UK Prime Minister, Replacing Keir Starmer
Andy Burnham has become the UK's fifth prime minister in four years, succeeding Keir Starmer. The new leader faces immediate challenges including fiscal policy, defence spending, …
Ann Widdecombe Killed with 21 Hammer Blows, Court Told
Joshua Kerry, 28, appeared in court charged with murdering former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe at her Devon home, with prosecutors alleging she was struck 21 times with a …
Andy Burnham’s Cabinet Reshuffle Signals Potential Shift on Brexit Policy
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has reshuffled his cabinet, appointing Hamish Falconer to lead Brexit reset talks, a move that analysts suggest could lead to a reconsiderati…
Andy Burnham scraps VAT on electricity bills ahead of first Cabinet meeting
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced the abolition of VAT on electricity bills, a move expected to save households around £45 a year, as he prepares to chair his first Cabine…
Andy Burnham faces backlash over controversial cabinet appointments
Andy Burnham has come under fire for his new cabinet appointments, with critics questioning the inclusion of certain figures and the exclusion of others, as the Greater Manchester…
Andy Burnham appoints John Healey as chancellor in sweeping cabinet reshuffle
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham has appointed John Healey as chancellor and sacked Rachel Reeves in a major cabinet reshuffle, vowing to 'bring back hope' and repair long-term dam…
Nicaragua’s Daniel Ortega says country will hold no more elections
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has announced the country will hold no further elections, vowing to work with the congress he controls to pass laws that will prevent the opposi…
John Healey Appointed Chancellor in Andy Burnham Cabinet Reshuffle
Andy Burnham has appointed John Healey as Chancellor and Ed Miliband as Foreign Secretary in a major cabinet reshuffle, with Angela Rayner making a significant return, as part of …
Andy Burnham appoints John Healey as chancellor in first major cabinet move
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has named John Healey as Chancellor of the Exchequer in a surprise appointment that signals a significant overhaul of government, rewarding loya…
Tate brothers’ lawyer claims influencers are victims of ‘political witch hunt’
Joe McBride, lawyer for Andrew and Tristan Tate, has claimed the influencers are victims of a political witch hunt and raised the possibility of US President Donald Trump interven…