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UNBELIEVABLE: Westminster | History Defined

Britain’s quarter century: Blair, populism and the battle over human rights

Summer 2001. Tony Blair had just won a second thumping election victory, promising opportunity for all. The new census showed a nation losing its religion, more inclined to live alone and more ethnically diverse. The maximum temperature was a tepid 32°C in west London in late June, while the twin…

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Andy Burnham urged to 'draw a line' and ban US forces from Scottish airports

Andy Burnham has been urged to block the US military from using Prestwick Airport and other UK bases as a launchpad for strikes on Iran

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Labour’s rivals decry ‘chancer’ Anas Sarwar for resigning to join Andy Burnham’s government

New prime minister has made Sarwar – the first senior Labour figure to call for Keir Starmer’s resignation – a peer

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John Swinney pans Anas Sarwar's 'hypocrisy' over Lords seat and UK Government job

John Swinney has slammed the Prime Minister's decision to offer Anas Sarwar a seat in the Lords and a job in Westminster

The National (Scotland)

Anas Sarwar branded a ‘chancer’ over expected Lords switch

Mr Sarwar is expected to stand down as Scottish Labour leader and as an MSP to sit in the House of Lords.

Evening Standard

Labour panned for ‘lording it over Scotland’ as parties slam peerage for Anas Sarwar

LABOUR have been slammed for “pulling the most undemocratic trick in the Westminster book” by reportedly planning to give Anas Sarwar a peerage…

The National (Scotland)

Who will replace Anas Sarwar as Scottish Labour leader? The runners and riders

WITH Anas Sarwar set to resign and join Andy Burnham's government in Westminster, who is likely to take over the reins in Holyrood?

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New NI Secretary Bryant says his door will be open to all Stormont parties

Sir Chris Bryant was speaking after his appointment by Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Monday night.

Evening Standard

Westminster Tory accused of sharing post which called Green Party members 're***ds'

Natalia Awasty, Deputy Chair of the Tories’ West End group and a candidate for Church Street at the May council elections, is alleged to have shared the post to her story more than two months ago

Evening Standard

Ann Widdecombe was hit on head repeatedly with hammer, court told

Joshua Kerry appears at Westminster magistrates court charged with murder of former MP earlier this month

The Guardian - UK

Can Andy Burnham afford his own ambitions? Chris Blackhurst answers your questions

ASK ME ANYTHING: Renowned business journalist Chris Blackhurst answers readers’ questions on why Rachel Reeves had to go, whether Burnham can avoid a Liz Truss-style market reaction, and how he pays for the rough sleeping pledge he never delivered in Manchester

The Independent UK

Gethins calls for further action from UK Government on energy after VAT cut

Scottish Government energy minister Stephen Gethins said the value of the VAT cut on electricity bills could be ‘quickly eroded’ if bills rise again.

Evening Standard

‘Honour’ for Douglas Alexander to stay as Scottish Secretary under Burnham

Mr Alexander was appointed by Sir Keir Starmer, and held on despite the new PM purging a number of leading figures from the Cabinet.

Evening Standard

John Swinney sets out independence mandate to Andy Burnham in first call with new PM

John Swinney has told the new Prime Minister that with a pro-independence majority in Holyrood, the future of Scotland must be "decided by the…

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The Independent UK

Who has Andy Burnham picked to be in his Cabinet?

Here, the Press Association looks at the appointments to Andy Burnham’s Cabinet so far.

Evening Standard

Swinney says he will push Burnham for powers to hold Scottish independence vote

Scotland’s First Minister said Sir Keir Starmer’s successor could represent a fresh start for relations between the Scottish and UK governments.

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham’s top team in full – from key cabinet roles to junior ministers

Dozens of new appointments have been announced – including some surprising returns to cabinet

International Business Times UK

Britons Question Westminster Stability After Six Prime Ministers in Less Than a Decade

Amid frequent leadership changes, Britons express concerns over political stability and its impact on economic and social challenges, highlighting the need for consistent governance to restore public confidence.

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The National (Scotland)

John Swinney looks forward to 'constructive' talks with Andy Burnham on independence

FIRST Minister John Swinney has said he looks forward to "constructive conversations" with new Prime Minister Andy Burnham on making…

The Independent UK

Why isn’t Andy Burnham using a lectern in No 10 speech?

The podium has long been a staple of prime ministerial speeches

The National (Scotland)

Former Scottish Labour first minister urges debate into 'branch office' split

Scottish Labour should debate different ideas after its catastrophic result in May’s Holyrood election, former first minister Jack McConnell has…

Evening Standard

Westminster Council and outgoing minister warns new PM Burnham: Don't 'diminish' London to boost north

Westminster is facing having to impose huge council tax increases on residents to plug a £100 million blackhole in its finances

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham father's Alzheimer's means he's unaware son's about to become Prime Minister

Andy Burnham speaks of his ‘sadness’ at his father not knowing he will be the new Prime Minister

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham’s father unaware of son becoming prime minister due to Alzheimer’s

It’s his achievement as well, incoming PM says as he prepares to take office

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham latest: New PM tells first cabinet meeting ‘we need to be a cost-of-living government’

Newly appointed ministers have been told to give Britons the sense that ‘help is coming’

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