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Best thing we can offer young people is a job, not benefits, says chancellor

Mon, 09/28/2026 - 19:07
John Healey's speech comes ahead of next month's Budget, as he faces pressure to bring down government borrowing costs.
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UK needs plan in case of 'unprecedented' AI job losses, says minister

Mon, 09/28/2026 - 17:47
Kanishka Narayan says one of his top priorities is to have a plan in place if job losses are as bad as some fear.
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Andy Burnham wants to fix social care - what are the options?

Mon, 09/28/2026 - 14:58
Andy Burnham has said social care in England should be reformed - what are the possible options?
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Track UK's latest migration numbers - net migration, visas, asylum and small boats

Mon, 09/28/2026 - 13:38
Use our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK
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Social care reform could mean big risks and big rewards for Burnham

Sun, 09/27/2026 - 16:23
The state of the social care system in England is a topic that's made Andy Burnham angry for decades - but will his plans for reform work?
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How long can Labour's feel-good factor last?

Sat, 09/26/2026 - 12:22
The party’s spirits have been transformed since Burnham became PM, but what's coming down the tracks, asks Laura Kuenssberg.
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How long can Labour's feel-good factor last?

Sat, 09/26/2026 - 12:22
The party’s spirits have been transformed since Burnham became PM, but what's coming down the tracks, asks Laura Kuenssberg.
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Drinking at football matches - would fans welcome it?

Thu, 09/24/2026 - 15:09
Andy Burnham has long championed a repeal of the ban which prevents football supporters from drinking alcohol in the view of the pitch. But do fans even want it?
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Chris Mason: From inside the room, how Burnham survived first Trump meeting

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 05:32
Burnham seemed nervous at first, knowing how explosive these encounters with Trump can be, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason.
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Analysis: Lib Dems leave conference buoyed by Davey's message

Tue, 09/22/2026 - 20:33
Concerns over Sir Ed Davey's leadership were dampened by pledges at conference and his performance.
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An arrest, a defection and a new leader - how Reform's 'challenging' week unfolded

Sun, 09/20/2026 - 07:17
How an extraordinary seven days that rocked the party unfolded.
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War may be coming. Are we psychologically ready?

Sat, 09/19/2026 - 09:34
The military and government say the risk of conflict is growing, but we may not be mentally ready for it
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Henry Zeffman: Andy Burnham and his chancellor have a battle on their hands as the Budget approaches

Wed, 09/16/2026 - 15:52
The Budget is only six weeks away and the economy is undoubtedly the biggest challenge facing the prime minister.
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Burnham and Badenoch revive red versus blue politics as Reform land 'gobsmacking' donations

Sat, 09/12/2026 - 13:51
As Reform slip back in the polls, Labour and the Conservatives rediscover a familiar political divide, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
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An extraordinary result - why did MPs reject assisted dying bill this time?

Fri, 09/11/2026 - 17:49
Although supporters say they will try again, for now the momentum has fallen away from a change in the law.
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Henry Zeffman: How Burnham got ready to govern with four key moments mapped out

Fri, 09/11/2026 - 08:09
As the prime minister looks ahead to autumn, Labour figures are asking whether his government represents continuity or change.
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UK government expected to announce restrictions on trade with West Bank settlements

Tue, 09/08/2026 - 08:04
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband is set to outline the proposals today, in a move which could prompt Israel to retaliate.
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Minister condemns disorder at Portsmouth anti-migrant protest after police officers hurt

Mon, 09/07/2026 - 20:04
Sarah Jones told MPs the violence sparked by the arrival of 120 migrants in a single dinghy was "intimidating and thuggish".
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UK begins talks to rejoin EU security missions

Mon, 09/07/2026 - 17:39
The deal could see British officials take part in crisis management operations for the first time since Brexit.
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Plans for major overhaul of councils halted

Mon, 09/07/2026 - 17:30
Proposals to merge smaller councils to form larger authorities have been paused or withdrawn in a number of areas.
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