Reeves Backs Burnham for PM Despite Demotion Reports
Rachel Reeves supports Andy Burnham as next prime minister, despite reports she may be moved from chancellor role. She defends her record and fiscal rules, while allies lobby for her retention.
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Teal MPs Launch New Party Community Strong Australia
Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender have founded Community Strong Australia, a centrist party focused on housing, climate, and cost of living, with free votes in parliament.
Conservatives Won More By-Elections Than Any Other Party
While media focused on Andy Burnham's Makerfield win, the Conservatives quietly won more by-elections than any other party on June 18, including a Scottish seat for the first time in 59 years.
Burnham Wins Makerfield Byelection, Setting Stage for Starmer Challenge
Andy Burnham wins Makerfield byelection with 55% of vote, setting up potential Labour leadership challenge against Keir Starmer.
Lib Dems Select Richard Kilpatrick for Greater Manchester Mayor
Richard Kilpatrick, Didsbury West councillor, is the Liberal Democrat candidate for the Greater Manchester mayoral election on July 30, pledging to tackle cost of living and improve services.
UK Families Get £450 Boost as Starmer Resigns
Sir Keir Starmer resigns as PM; flagship free breakfast club policy set to expand, saving working families up to £450 a year and benefiting 680,000 children by September.
NK Furious Over £89m Russian Bridge Delays
North Korea is left seething after Russia fails to complete its side of a £89m road bridge, delaying the opening and sparking a diplomatic row with China.
Rachel Reeves backs Andy Burnham for PM despite facing sack
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has endorsed Andy Burnham to replace Keir Starmer as Prime Minister, despite expecting to be removed from her post. She praised Burnham as a 'great Prime Minister' and urged her successor to stick to her economic plans.
Reeves Backs Burnham for PM Amid Cabinet Speculation
Chancellor Rachel Reeves publicly backs Andy Burnham as next PM, deflecting questions about her own future amid reports she may be replaced if he takes office.
Express readers reject Ed Miliband as chancellor
Express readers overwhelmingly oppose Ed Miliband as chancellor, with most voting 'none of the above'. Shabana Mahmood and Wes Streeting are preferred.
Rachel Reeves Backs Andy Burnham for PM Despite Chancellor Rumours
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has publicly backed Andy Burnham to become the next prime minister, despite speculation she could be replaced if he takes office. She urged her successor to stick to her economic plans.
Nigel Farage Sets Condition for Stepping Down as Reform UK Leader
Nigel Farage says he will step down as Reform UK leader only if a more talented person emerges, claiming he is not an 'egomaniac' and is best placed to win a general election.
Reeves Backs Burnham for PM Amid Chancellor Speculation
Chancellor Rachel Reeves publicly endorses Andy Burnham as the next prime minister, despite rumours she may lose her role if he takes office. She declines to comment on her own future.
Rachel Reeves Backs Andy Burnham as Next PM Amid Sacking Rumours
Chancellor Rachel Reeves breaks silence, backing Andy Burnham as next PM despite speculation she could be sacked from her role in a future Burnham Cabinet.
Reeves Backs Burnham as Next PM Amid Cabinet Speculation
Rachel Reeves publicly supports Andy Burnham for prime minister despite rumors she may lose her chancellor role. She declined to comment on her future, emphasizing her commitment to Keir Starmer.
Sky News Interrupted for Starmer PMQs; Burnham Heckled
Sky News paused regular broadcast for Starmer's first PMQs since resigning. He was heckled over Andy Burnham, the frontrunner to replace him as Labour leader.
JD Vance Targeted in Washington DC Shooting Incident
A person was shot by law enforcement near the Washington Monument after JD Vance's motorcade passed; a juvenile bystander also injured.
Youth Joblessness Crisis Risks Lost Generation, Milburn Warns
Alan Milburn's review warns youth unemployment costs UK £125bn a year, with over 1m NEET young people risking a lost generation unless urgent action is taken.
Farage Reveals When He Will Step Down as Reform Leader
Nigel Farage says he will step down as Reform UK leader if a more talented person emerges, but insists he is currently the best person to lead the party to victory.
North East MPs' Stances on Andy Burnham's PM Bid
Andy Burnham's path to PM clears as Darren Jones steps aside; North East MPs show support, with some calling for a contest or general election.
Avila Chevalier Wins NYC Democratic Primary in Upset
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a pro-Palestinian doctoral student with no political experience, won New York's 13th congressional district Democratic primary with over 49% of the vote, defeating five-term incumbent Adriano Espaillat.
Mamdani's Magic Endures: Three Primary Wins Reshape NY Politics
Zohran Mamdani-backed candidates swept three Democratic House primaries in New York, defeating establishment rivals and signaling a leftward shift in the city's politics.
Starmer to Stay as MP After Quitting as PM
Keir Starmer will stay on as MP for Holborn and St Pancras after resigning as prime minister; unlikely to take cabinet role under Andy Burnham.
Starmer Fends Off Criticism from Front and Backbenchers at PMQs
PM Keir Starmer dismissed attacks from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch during PMQs, defending his ministers and backbenchers amid accusations of betrayal and treachery.
Gordon Brown calls for inquiry into Fifa's 'extortionate' ticket prices
Former PM Gordon Brown has called for an inquiry into Fifa's World Cup ticket prices, accusing the organisation of pricing ordinary fans out of the game with extortionate costs.
Darren Jones Rules Out Labour Leadership, Urges Burnham on Economy
Senior minister Darren Jones has ruled himself out of the Labour leadership race after a 'reassuring' conversation with Andy Burnham, urging him to set out more economic policies.
Starmer Dismisses PMQs Criticism Over Backbenchers and Defence
Sir Keir Starmer batted away criticism from Kemi Badenoch at PMQs, defending his ministers and touting a £270bn defence boost, as Speaker Hoyle urged decorum.
Starmer to Stay on as MP After Stepping Down as PM
Sir Keir Starmer will remain an MP after leaving No 10, his spokesman confirmed, avoiding a by-election in his Holborn and St Pancras seat.
Trump insider warns of GOP backlash if he seeks third term
Anthony Scaramucci warns that Republican 'knives will come out' if Donald Trump attempts an unprecedented third term, as concerns over the 80-year-old's neurological health grow.
Bev Craig Named Labour Candidate for Greater Manchester Mayor
Bev Craig, Manchester city council leader, will stand as Labour's candidate for Greater Manchester mayor in the 30 July byelection, facing a tough contest with Reform UK.
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