Ireland ready to support closer UK-EU ties under Burnham
Ireland's Tánaiste Simon Harris says the country remains 'ready to support' the UK in developing closer ties with the EU under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Ireland's Tánaiste Simon Harris says the country remains 'ready to support' the UK in developing closer ties with the EU under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham has appointed dozens of junior government ministers, promising the biggest change to British politics in 40 years. Here are the new ministers of state.
Andy Burnham caps single bus fares at £2 from January as a cost-of-living measure; a new poll shows Labour drawing level with Reform UK at 28%.
Single bus fares across England will be capped at £2 from January, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced, funded partly by changes to international climate finance.
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RecommendedUK inflation likely eased to 2.7% in June, driven by falling fuel prices, but relief may be temporary as energy price cap rises in July.
Andy Burnham and Irish premier Micheál Martin discussed legacy issues, Northern Ireland, Ukraine, and EU-UK relations in their first phone call since Burnham became UK Prime Minister.
John Swinney raised indyref2 in his first call with PM Andy Burnham, who 'slapped it down', signalling a difficult relationship ahead.
Andy Burnham's domestic focus may inadvertently bring the UK closer to Europe, as economic and security needs drive rapprochement with the EU.
EU leaders welcome UK PM Andy Burnham but youth mobility talks remain deadlocked over visa caps and fees, posing same challenges as Starmer faced.
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RecommendedDefence Secretary Wes Streeting called Russia's live-fire exercise 40 nautical miles off Plymouth 'performative and irresponsible', warning Russia of UK resolve.
Wes Streeting condemned Russia's live-fire exercise 40 nautical miles off Plymouth as 'performative and irresponsible' on his first full day as Defence Secretary.
Northern Ireland's exemption from Andy Burnham's VAT cut on electricity bills shows the 'madness' of post-Brexit rules, says DUP minister Gordon Lyons.
Andy Burnham and Ireland's Micheal Martin held their first phone call as counterparts, discussing legacy issues, Ukraine, and EU-UK relations.
DUP leader Gavin Robinson says Stormont parties cannot afford to restart budget discussions with new Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant, amid ongoing financial crisis.
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RecommendedFormula One bosses have not yet decided on rescheduling the Bahrain Grand Prix for later in the season, despite reports suggesting the plan was scrapped. The race was cancelled due to war in the Middle East.
Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves were seen drinking at The Pineapple pub in north London hours after leaving Downing Street, following the handover to new PM Andy Burnham.
Northern Ireland's exemption from Andy Burnham's VAT cut on electricity bills exposes the 'madness' of post-Brexit rules, says DUP minister Gordon Lyons, who calls for a direct EU derogation.
First Minister John Swinney raised the prospect of a second independence referendum in his first conversation with new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, despite Labour's opposition.
Hilary Benn leaves role as Northern Ireland secretary after two years, pledging full support for new PM Andy Burnham from backbenches. DUP leader Gavin Robinson pays tribute.
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RecommendedScottish First Minister John Swinney calls for 'constructive conversations' with new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, prioritising cost of living action and discussing Scottish independence.
Opinion: Andy Burnham becomes PM without a mandate, avoiding scrutiny. His leftist agenda—renationalisation, union power, higher taxes—spells disaster, warns Giles Sheldrick.
GB News interrupted coverage of Andy Burnham's appointment as PM for a Trump alert. Trump claimed Burnham will open North Sea oil fields, potentially undermining the new PM.
Boris Johnson has backed Count Binface against Nigel Farage in the Clacton by-election, suggesting a vote for the 'space warrior' could avoid a costly second by-election if Farage faces a recall petition.
The rise in overseas surrogacy is leaving more babies at risk of statelessness, experts warn, as efforts for global regulation stall due to divisions among nations.
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RecommendedBoris Johnson has hit back at US vice president JD Vance's claims that mass immigration is causing 'civilisational suicide' in the UK, calling his comments 'b******s' and citing similar immigrant statistics in New York and London.
Labour deputy leader Lucy Powell said scrapping digital ID will clear the decks for a focus on cost of living and economic reform, as Andy Burnham prepares to take over as PM.
Boris Johnson warned that Andy Burnham's plan for closer EU ties will lead to unstoppable return of free movement, starting with a youth mobility scheme.
Former Conservative PMs Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak advise Andy Burnham ahead of his premiership, stressing time management, priorities, and key appointments.
Pauline Hanson denies a rift with Barnaby Joyce after her European tour and podcast with far-right activist Tommy Robinson, also refuting taxpayer costs for a Dolce & Gabbana show with Gina Rinehart.
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