Burnham Pledges Devolution to 'Rewire Britain'
Andy Burnham will pledge to rewire Britain and give power back to communities in his first economic speech, with devolution at the heart of Downing Street.
Category : Devolution
Conservatives Promise Tax-Free Reserve Service for UK Forces
Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge announces a Conservative plan to make the first 30 days of reserve service tax-free, aiming to boost recruitment and retention amid global threats.
Thousands Celebrate Eid in Trafalgar Square After Two-Year Hiatus
Thousands celebrated Eid in Trafalgar Square after a two-year pandemic hiatus, with music, food, and activities for all ages.
Eurovision 2026: 15 Countries Through to Final So Far
Eurovision 2026 final on 16 May with 15 countries qualified. Spain, Ireland, Netherlands, Slovenia, Iceland boycott over Israel's participation amid Gaza war.
Andy Burnham to Call for Radical Devolution in Speech
Andy Burnham will use his first major speech as Labour leadership candidate to call for a 'Whitehall of the North', urging radical devolution of power and money from London to boost economic growth.
Palestinians Use Gaza Rubble to Restore Streets as Trump Plan Stalls
Palestinians use war rubble to repave Gaza streets under a UN project, as Trump's rebuilding plan stalls. Clearance faces dangers and delays.
Queen Camilla Urges Children to Put Down Phones and Pick Up Books
Queen Camilla urges children to read more and use phones less, citing a crisis in reading enjoyment among young people.
Bristol City Council Submits Plans to Refurbish City Hall
Bristol City Council submits plans to refurbish Grade II-listed City Hall to cut costs, improve efficiency, and accommodate more staff by 2018.
Andrew Sullivan Quits New York Magazine Over 'Woke' Culture Clash
British journalist Andrew Sullivan quits New York Magazine, citing woke culture clash; Bari Weiss also resigns from NYT amid US newsroom turmoil.
Burnham warned splitting Treasury to North risks failure
Former Treasury chief Lord Macpherson warns Andy Burnham against splitting the Treasury to move part to the North, saying it risks failure and wasting time.
Teachers and Schools Praised by Parents During Lockdown
Parents across Greater Manchester praise schools for exceptional support during the pandemic, with hundreds of nominations highlighting teachers' efforts.
Andy Burnham: UK's Political System Needs Major Reform
Andy Burnham's by-election win sets up potential Labour leadership challenge, with promises of political reform and public ownership.
Gen Z Girl Guides Drop Hostess Badge In Modern Shake Up
Girlguiding overhauls badges, replacing traditional ones like Hostess with modern options such as App Design and Vlogging, after 15,000 girls submitted ideas.
Andy Burnham Plans 'No10 in the North' for Power Shift
Andy Burnham will propose moving parts of Downing Street to Manchester in a major devolution drive, aiming to shift power beyond London if he becomes Prime Minister.
Andy Burnham Plans to Move Number 10 Operation to Manchester
Andy Burnham reportedly plans to move parts of the Number 10 operation to Manchester, aiming to shift away from Westminster-centric politics, as he prepares to become PM.
Humza Yousaf Faces Backlash Over Holocaust Speech Omitting Jews
Humza Yousaf criticised for Holocaust speech omitting Jews and for continuing UNRWA funding amid terror links.
Scottish Labour Rebellion Over Westminster Control
Scottish Labour MSPs rebel against Westminster control as Andy Burnham prepares to become PM, demanding more autonomy.
Burnham Challenges Starmer On Devolution At Labour Conference
Andy Burnham is set to become UK PM after Keir Starmer resigns, with devolution and cabinet picks key issues.
Burnham Demands Labour Commit To Radical Devolution
Andy Burnham urges Keir Starmer to back English devolution, arguing it can rebuild Labour and reconnect with communities.
Starmer Accuses Tories of 'Dancing to Tune' Set by Farage
Keir Starmer accuses Conservatives of dancing to Nigel Farage's tune during PMQs, while Sunak hits back over Labour's antisemitism record.
Labour Think Tank Urges Starmer to Devolve More Power to Mayors, Including Potential Rivals
Labour Together report urges Starmer to devolve more power to mayors, including potential rivals, to save money and boost local control.
Welsh Labour Faces Catastrophic Defeat In New Poll
Welsh Labour faces likely defeat in next month's Senedd election after 27 years in power, with Plaid Cymru and Reform UK leading in polls.
UK’s ‘strictest headmistress’ fears schools will stop teaching Shakespeare
Katharine Birbalsingh warns Shakespeare may be removed from UK schools due to pressure to decolonise the curriculum, following US trends.
Burnham and Farage Clash Over Migrant Support Scheme
Andy Burnham and Nigel Farage clash on social media over GMCA's Safer Transitions programme supporting migrants with housing and benefits.
Farage Faces Welsh Backlash Over Devolution Criticism
Nigel Farage faces backlash in Wales after calling for the abolition of the Welsh Assembly, sparking a political row.
Expanding Premiership Women's Rugby: Game Changer with Challenges
Interest in expanding Premiership Women's Rugby is high, but concerns over non-professional players' travel and financial backing remain key obstacles.
Teachers in England to Strike After Rejecting Pay Offer
NEU members reject pay offer with 98% vote, leading to strikes on 27 April and 2 May. Union calls offer insulting; government disappointed.
Starmer Resigns: Burnham Gets Briefings for Orderly Transition
Outgoing PM Sir Keir Starmer tells Cabinet he wants an 'orderly transition' as Andy Burnham starts receiving official Civil Service briefings, with potential challengers emerging.
Five stunning walks on the new King Charles III England coast path
Explore five stunning walks on the new King Charles III England coast path, from Lindisfarne to the Wash, featuring scenery and history.
Foster: Westminster Interference Risks NI Government Collapse
Talks to restore Northern Ireland power-sharing government collapse as DUP refuses compromise with Sinn Féin and criticises PM May's intervention.
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