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No early release for Pc Harper’s killers after release scheme change

Prime Minister Andy Burnham said anyone convicted of unlawful killing would be excluded from the early release scheme.

Evening Standard

PC Andrew Harper's killers to remain in prison as Andy Burnham announces changes to early release scheme

Andy Burnham announces anyone convicted of unlawful killing, including manslaughter, will be exempt from early release scheme

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham agrees pay rises for train drivers after threat of strike action

The deal comes after rail union Asleft announced plans to ballot members on possible strike action amid a pay dispute

The Independent UK

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Healey ‘considers windfall tax on banks and oil companies in first Budget’

John Healey is looking to avoid increasing taxes on the public - but must find other ways to plug a gap in public finances

The Independent UK

Cleverly finally turns battle for London into serious contest again – and why it’s good news for Badenoch

ANALYSIS: As Sir James Cleverly announces he is quitting the shadow cabinet to run for London mayor, political editor David Maddox considers the implications for the election in two years’ time, and why Kemi Badenoch will be happy

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham and John Healey must cheer on the wealth creators

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: The prime minister should listen to Jim O’Neill, economist and former Treasury minister, and avoid further taxes on business

The Independent UK

Gordon Brown says a united Ireland is ‘inevitable’ in the future

The former prime minister said it would be a ‘long process’ and have to be based on mutual agreement.

Evening Standard

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SNP accuse Labour of ‘hypocrisy’ as Gordon Brown accepts Irish unity but rejects indy

THE SNP have accused Labour of hypocrisy over constitutional change after former prime minister Gordon Brown said Irish reunification was inevitable…

The National (Scotland)

Burnham told raising capital gains tax could actually cost UK money

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The Independent UK

Royal Navy spent three days tracking Russian vessels in UK waters

Three vessels and a helicopter deployed to monitor four ships travelling through the North Sea to the Channel

The Guardian - UK

The key issues facing Andy Burnham when parliament returns next week

The prime minister’s first full term in power could spell the end of his political honeymoon

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham differs from Starmer on assisted dying bill, will skip vote to avoid influencing debate

Unlike his predecessor Keir Starmer, UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham will not vote when the assisted dying bill for England and Wales returns to the House of Commons next month, saying he does not want to influence the debate, according to the BBC.

The Times of India

Trump Threatens To Oppose Britain's Falklands Sovereignty if Burnham Fails To Raise Defence Spending

The Trump administration is considering using the Falkland Islands as leverage to pressure the UK into increasing defence spending, amid ongoing discussions about Nato commitments and military roles.

International Business Times UK

US considers new ultimatum to UK over Falklands

Donald Trump’s administration is reportedly looking for ways to incentivise the UK to increase its defence investment

The Independent UK

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The Guardian - UK

Tax promises, defence targets and Iran: Andy Burnham’s budget headaches

As economic circumstances worsen, the PM’s commitments have left him and the chancellor in a tight spot

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham must focus on London to deliver economic growth, says top adviser Lord O’Neill

Lord O’Neill says promise of ‘growth in every postcode’ would have to be reconsidered and warns Prime Minster against raising taxes in October Budget

The Independent UK

Burnham warned against ‘stupid’ capital gains tax decision

Lord O’Neill said Mr Burnham had done a ‘great job so far’ as Prime Minister in creating a more positive atmosphere

The Guardian - UK

‘I don’t want to be a backseat driver’: Gordon Brown on Burnham, billionaires – and his vision for a better Britain

The former UK prime minister is still shaping politics (even if he doesn’t want to interfere). He talks about keeping his temper, staying fit – and why he won’t pay £90 for a Scotland football shirt

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The Guardian - UK

Ireland will be united, says Gordon Brown

Former PM believes Northern Ireland will leave UK in the long term – but remains opposed to Scottish independence

Euronews

Bayeux Tapestry: Macron to open London exhibition

"A particularly significant moment, initiated by the President of the Republic to strengthen Franco-British relations", according to the Elysée. The French president thus intends to "highlight" the "exceptional loan" he personally approved in 2025.

Evening Standard

Burnham Irish unity remarks were not a mistake, Sir Chris Bryant says

The NI Secretary said both he and the Prime Minister are committed to the Good Friday Agreement.

The Guardian - UK

Russia ‘losing 6,000 more troops in Ukraine each month than it can recruit’

Moscow recruits an estimated 1,000 people a day but western officials say it cannot keep up with casualty level

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on political donations: Labour should curb the power of big money

Editorial: Before becoming prime minister, Andy Burnham favoured a £500,000 donations cap. In office, he’s backing away. That is a mistake

Evening Standard

Russia not seeking direct confrontation with Nato – Western officials

Senior figures in Moscow have recently accused Ukraine’s allies, including the UK, of ‘playing with fire’.

The Independent UK

Burnham confirms his decision ahead of assisted dying bill vote

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