Canada cancels bridge ceremony after Trump tariff threat
Canada cancels joint ribbon-cutting ceremony for Gordie Howe International Bridge after Trump announces 50% tariff on Canadian goods, escalating trade tensions.
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Swinney urges Team Scotland to compete with pride and passion
First Minister John Swinney urged Scottish athletes to compete with pride and passion as Glasgow hosts the Commonwealth Games starting Thursday, with King Charles and Queen Camilla attending the opening ceremony.
Brexit critic Verhofstadt turns on EU weakness over Iran
Guy Verhofstadt, a prominent pro-European and Brexit critic, accused the EU of lacking leadership and appeasing Iran's regime, calling for a reset in policy.
First migrant Channel crossings since Burnham PM
Migrants have attempted to cross the English Channel for the first time since Andy Burnham became Prime Minister, with several boats arriving in Dover on Wednesday.
First small boat migrants arrive under PM Andy Burnham
About 100 migrants crossed the Channel on Wednesday, the first since Andy Burnham became PM. Reform UK warns numbers could surge.
UK inflation falls to 2.6% in June as food and fuel ease
UK inflation fell to 2.6% in June, down from 2.8% in May, driven by lower food, clothing, fuel and bus costs, despite rises in air fares and computer equipment.
Glasgow 'ready' for Commonwealth Games, says Swinney
First Minister John Swinney says Glasgow is ready to host the Commonwealth Games despite ambitious renovation work in the city, as the tournament begins this week.
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.
Andy Burnham appoints dozens of junior ministers after Cabinet
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 bus fares at £2, Labour ties Reform UK
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%.
Andy Burnham announces £2 bus fare cap from January
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.
UK inflation expected to fall to 2.7% in June before energy cap rise
UK 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.
Burnham Talks Legacy and Ukraine with Irish Premier
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.
Swinney-Burnham call hints at rocky indyref2 relationship
John Swinney raised indyref2 in his first call with PM Andy Burnham, who 'slapped it down', signalling a difficult relationship ahead.
Andy Burnham's EU Policy: Closer Ties 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 Youth Mobility Deadlock Awaits UK PM Burnham
EU leaders welcome UK PM Andy Burnham but youth mobility talks remain deadlocked over visa caps and fees, posing same challenges as Starmer faced.
Streeting condemns Russian exercise off UK coast as irresponsible
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting called Russia's live-fire exercise 40 nautical miles off Plymouth 'performative and irresponsible', warning Russia of UK resolve.
Streeting: Russian firing exercise off UK coast 'irresponsible'
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.
Burnham VAT cut exposes 'madness' of post-Brexit rules
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.
Burnham and Irish PM Discuss Legacy and Ukraine
Andy Burnham and Ireland's Micheal Martin held their first phone call as counterparts, discussing legacy issues, Ukraine, and EU-UK relations.
DUP: Stormont parties cannot restart budget talks with new NI Secretary
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.
F1 delays decision on Bahrain GP rescheduling amid conflict
Formula 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.
Starmer and Reeves Spotted at Pub After Downing Street Exit
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.
Burnham VAT cut exposes 'madness' of post-Brexit rules, says Stormont minister
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.
Swinney Raises Indyref2 in First Call with PM Burnham
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 Pledges Support for PM Burnham After NI Role
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.
Swinney seeks constructive talks with Burnham on cost of living, independence
Scottish First Minister John Swinney calls for 'constructive conversations' with new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, prioritising cost of living action and discussing Scottish independence.
Burnham's Hopeless PM Bid: We'll Beg Starmer to Return
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 Pauses for Trump Alert That Could Undermine Burnham
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.
Johnson backs Count Binface over Farage in Clacton by-election
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.
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