Burnham's London Impact: Tax, Housing, Jobs, Inequality
Andy Burnham's premiership could bring tax rises, house price falls, job cuts, and reduced inequality to London, with major shifts in devolution and housing policy.
Andy Burnham's premiership could bring tax rises, house price falls, job cuts, and reduced inequality to London, with major shifts in devolution and housing policy.
Chelsea's £117m British record transfer for Morgan Rogers, despite finishing 10th, proves football is broken. The Premier League needs a reset to stop rich clubs poaching talent from overachievers like Aston Villa.
Arsenal are reportedly plotting a surprise move for free agent John Stones, as Mikel Arteta seeks cover for injured William Saliba. The 32-year-old defender left Man City after ten years.
Liverpool are targeting a £100m-plus right-sided overhaul after Mohamed Salah's exit, with Jason McAteer urging reinforcements. The Reds also signed 14-year-old Isaiah Bryan from West Brom for £200,000.
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RecommendedThames Water creditors are willing to discuss greater public control of the utility as incoming PM Andy Burnham considers temporary nationalisation to address the company's £20 billion debt.
Sky Sports pundit Alan Smith says Newcastle United's project is less attractive to signings, citing missed targets and player departures. The club finished 12th last season and faces financial restrictions.
Three quarters of UK businesses fear more tax rises under new PM Andy Burnham, with some threatening to relocate to America, according to a DJH survey of 200 bosses.
Rolls-Royce has resolved Trent engine cracking issues, boosting profits 40% to £3.5bn. Now it seeks UK government backing to re-enter the narrowbody jet engine market.
The Foreign Office has updated travel guidance for UK tourists heading to Greece, Portugal, and Turkey, covering wildfires, prescription medicines, and drink-driving laws.
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RecommendedManchester City could net £4m-£8m from Julian Alvarez's potential £120m-£160m sale due to a 10% sell-on clause from his 2024 transfer to Atletico Madrid. Arsenal, Barcelona, and Real Madrid are linked.
The BBC has released a big-budget promotional video featuring nearly 100 stars after 540,000 viewers stopped paying the TV licence fee, as income drops by £1bn in real terms.
Newcastle United are prioritizing a goalkeeper signing, with James Trafford as top target. The 23-year-old is keen to be England No 1, but needs club starts. Newcastle may pay £40m, while City want £50m.
Arsenal have completed the signing of Tottenham prospect Elijah Upson, son of former Gunners defender Matthew, after missing out on Morgan Rogers to Chelsea. The 18-year-old turned down a new Spurs contract and will join for compensation.
Go Greek Yogurt opens its first UK store in London, offering protein-rich frozen yoghurt as a healthier alternative to ice cream. Our review reveals a surprisingly delicious and satisfying treat.
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RecommendedRangers are finalising a £4.6m transfer for Partizan Belgrade captain Vanja Dragojevic, aiming to have him signed before Wednesday's St-Etienne friendly. Reports of a handshake deal for Tromso's Jens Hjerto-Dahl are false.
Maghull residents and councillors oppose speculative housing developments, citing overstretched schools, roads, and healthcare. A petition against 103 homes off Northway gathered over 650 signatures.
Manchester United are reportedly preparing to submit a £47m offer for Roma midfielder Manu Kone, with the France international requesting no talks until after the World Cup.
Manchester City's pursuit of Ayyoub Bouaddi for £85m signals a Rodri handover plan. The next midfield signing will clarify Elliot Anderson's role, with Enzo Fernandez as a cheaper alternative.
Morgan Rogers is set to join Chelsea in a £117m deal, snubbing Arsenal. The England star was swayed by Chelsea's long-term project, Xabi Alonso's appointment, and plans to play him as a left winger.
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RecommendedAdrien Rabiot criticised France team-mates for 'shameful' attitude in 6-4 World Cup third-place play-off loss to England, calling first-half performance 'unacceptable'.
Jonny Evans provided a character reference for Youri Tielemans, helping the midfielder complete his transfer to Manchester United. Evans' glowing recommendation from their time at Leicester City convinced manager Michael Carrick of Tielemans' fit.
Celtic can trigger four transfers: Haissem Hassan available for £10m after release clause drop, Kyogo Furuhashi and Julian Araujo 'want' returns, and Mitchel Bakker linked.
Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek has stated he is ready to leave the club this summer, either on loan or permanently, following interest from several clubs after a successful loan spell at Bristol City.
St Mawes, dubbed the 'St Tropez of England', faces an affordable housing crisis as soaring prices force young families out of the Cornish village beloved by royals.
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RecommendedDylan Wilson begs Betsy Swain for forgiveness after her stroke from consensual strangulation, but police arrive to take her statement, potentially leading to charges.
UK inflation likely eased to 2.4% in June, a temporary relief for incoming PM Andy Burnham, driven by falling petrol prices, but economists warn of a rise ahead.
JD Wetherspoon will report Q4 trading on July 22, with investors hopeful that warm weather and the World Cup boosted sales amid cost pressures and a recent slowdown.
Incoming PM Andy Burnham will scrap the digital ID programme on Monday, redirecting £1.8 billion to cost of living support. The move marks a major policy break from Sir Keir Starmer.
M&S sells £32 strappy kitten heel sandals resembling Celine's £860 Triomphe design, offering an £830 saving. Shoppers praise comfort and versatility.
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