How Andy Burnham's first PMQs was a perfect parody of modern politics ANDY Burnham is turning into the “is there nothing else on?” Prime Minister ... The National (Scotland) · Sep 2
Burnham warned cash ‘not vibes’ needed to stop Putin as Russian threats intensify Burnham was grilled over his defence policy at Prime Minister’s Questions as Putin ratcheted up threats against the UK The Independent UK · Sep 2
Andy Burnham vows to work with SNP amid fears for £79bn ScotWind investment ANDY Burnham has pledged to “work with” the SNP amid fears investment worth up to £79 billion in Scottish industry could fall through The National (Scotland) · Sep 2
King Charles to receive just under £100 million to fund the Royal Household The House of Commons approved a motion designed to update the formula for funding the British monarchy The Independent UK · Sep 1
King has ‘significantly increased’ royal work, says minister amid funding uplift The House of Commons approved a motion designed to update the formula for funding the British monarchy after a review by the Royal Trustees. Evening Standard · Sep 1
Burnham blames Brexit for ‘decade of low growth’ in UK The prime minister used his first statement to the Commons since taking over from Keir Starmer to argue Brexit was one of ‘a series of wrong turns’ taken by the UK since the 1980s The Independent UK · Sep 1
Andy Burnham apologises after Scotland blunder in Commons debut as Prime Minister ANDY Burnham appeared at the House of Commons despatch box for the first time as Prime Minister on Tuesday – and wasted no time in proving right… The National (Scotland) · Sep 1
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 · Aug 29
Pete Hoekstra petition: Thousands of Canadians seek to declare US ambassador ‘persona non grata’ as campaign demands his removal in new twist for Canada-US relations Hoekstra petition: The Pete Hoekstra petition has gathered nearly 30,000 signatures from Canadians calling on the government to declare the US ambassador “persona non grata” and seek his removal. The petition is expected to be presented in Parliament, putting fresh focus on Hoekstra and Canada-US diplomatic relations. The phrase persona… The Economic Times · Aug 12
Who is Shaun Chen? Canadian MP of Indian-Chinese descent to resign this week, citing health reasons Liberal MP Shaun Chen has announced he will resign from the Canadian House of Commons this week, citing health problems linked to a serious car accident that have made it difficult for him to continue travelling to Ottawa. The Times of India · Aug 12
Diane Abbott and Joani Reid readmitted as Labour MPs Both MPs have had the parliamentary whip restored following separate independent disciplinary processes The Guardian - UK · Jul 30
Chinook crash: Victims’ families urge Burnham to order fresh review into tragedy The cause of the crash, which killed 29 serving military personnel, has never been established The Independent UK · Jul 26
Chinook crash families urge new PM to back fresh review into 1994 tragedy A judge recently ruled that the Chinook Justice Campaign could not bring a legal claim against the Ministry of Defence. Evening Standard · Jul 26
Fact check: Heatwave, unofficial safety warning and who can be Prime Minister Round-up of fact checks from the last few days compiled by Full Fact. Evening Standard · Jul 23
The Guardian - AU · Jul 21 Andy Burnham as new UK PM faces the defining test for the centre-left. Australia will be watching closely Countering the populist challenge to liberal democracy requires something of a reset
The Economic Times · Jul 20 Keir Starmer says his work is done as Andy Burnham prepares to take office as UK prime minister On Monday, Andy Burnham will be inaugurated as the UK’s new prime minister, replacing Keir Starmer, who resigned after two impactful years. Starmer expressed satisfaction with his contributions and the successes of his administration. As the only candidate for Labour’s leadership, Burnham is committed to instilling a sense of stability,…
The Independent UK · Jul 20 Andy Burnham will become UK prime minister after a meeting with King Charles III Andy Burnham is set to become the U.K.'s new prime minister on Monday, succeeding Keir Starmer
The Conversation · Jul 17 Why the Hillsborough Law has finally been passed, 37 years on A new law created in the wake of the Hillsborough disaster, which aims to prevent state cover-ups, has finally passed through the UK’s House of Commons.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 15 The Guardian view on Keir Starmer’s farewell: a dignified departure and a necessary one Editorial: The outgoing prime minister was on good form during his sometimes emotional last PMQs. But Labour MPs were right that change was needed
The Independent UK · Jul 15 Tears and tributes in the Commons as Starmer bids emotional farewell at final PMQs The prime minister delivered a memorable closing act as the curtain fell on his last PMQs, marking the end of an era
The Independent UK · Jul 15 Starmer’s most memorable PMQs moments as he leaves Commons for final time as prime minister Sir Keir Starmer has left the House of Commons for the final time as prime minister after just over two years in office.
Evening Standard · Jul 14 Police investigating Ann Widdecombe’s death continue to question suspect Police could be allowed to hold him for up to 14 days for questioning under terrorism legislation if needed.
The National (Scotland) · Jul 13 Commons Speaker makes dig at Reform after security complaints SPEAKER Lindsay Hoyle told the Commons that he was “sorry” some MPs didn’t think he took their security seriously, in a veiled dig at Reform…
International Business Times UK · Jul 13 Shabana Mahmood Says Counter-Terrorism Police Now Lead Ann Widdecombe Murder Probe Counter-terrorism police are investigating the suspected murder of Ann Widdecombe after a suspect was re-arrested on terrorism charges, with multiple lines of enquiry currently ongoing.
Evening Standard · Jul 12 Hillsborough Law to return to Commons this week after fears about summer delay Both Sir Keir Starmer and Andy Burnham have expressed support for the law change, but it has been delayed amid concerns from the security services.