Andy Burnham will be the next prime minister – here’s what that could mean for Britain ‘Manchesterism’ underpins the veteran politician’s plan for Britain. Here’s what Burnham says he would do as PM The Independent UK · Jun 9
Farage’s call for unions to affiliate with Reform sparks furious backlash Unison, Britain’s largest union, has led warnings over workers’ rights and job losses against Nigel Farage’s invitation to trade unions The Independent UK · Jun 9
Wes Streeting’s health bill brings back ‘democratic control’ of the NHS in England – but what does it mean? Most NHS patients never think about who has legal responsibility for the health service. They notice waiting times, whether local services disappear and whether they can get treatment when they need it. But Wes Streeting’s new health bill changes who has the ultimate power to make those decisions, and may… The Conversation · Jun 9
Labour infighting a ‘distraction’ from serious issues, Starmer warns Andy Burnham, Labour’s candidate in the Makerfield by-election, and Wes Streeting have said they would stand if a leadership challenge is triggered. Evening Standard · Jun 5
London MPs David Lammy and Wes Streeting clash over Andy Burnham challenge to Keir Starmer Greater Manchester Mayor Mr Burnham wants to enter a Labour leadership race if one is launched Evening Standard · Jun 5
Andy Burnham to challenge Keir Starmer if he wins poll Andy Burnham says will challenge Keir Starmer for the UK Labour leadership if he wins the Makerfield by-election. AAP · Jun 4
‘I wouldn’t flinch’: Burnham on social care, markets, Brexit – and the prospect of a general election Exclusive: Greater Manchester mayor sets out his priorities before Makerfield byelection – and what might happen after the vote The Guardian - UK · Jun 4
Andy Burnham confirms plan to challenge Keir Starmer if contest is triggered Andy Burnham will contest a leadership contest if he wins a seat in Westminster and if one is triggered, the Manchester mayor has said The National (Scotland) · Jun 4
Labour has not learned lessons from Tories on changing leader, Peter Kyle says The Business Secretary also noted that ‘entitlement is not a qualification for leadership’ in an apparent veiled swipe at Andy Burnham. Evening Standard · Jun 4
NHS to curb political symbols on uniforms after antisemitism report Government-ordered review reveals ‘routine ostracism’ of Jewish staff and patients in health service The Guardian - UK · Jun 4
UK Treasury minister says it is inevitable that Britain will rejoin the EU Embattled British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged to rebuild links with the EU and put the UK "at the heart of Europe". Euronews · Jun 3
Wednesday briefing: As the Mandelson revelations continue with no respite, can the public ever trust UK politicians again? In today’s newsletter: A fresh tranche of leaked messages has reignited doubts in a country weary from years of scandal about how power is exercised in Westminster The Guardian - UK · Jun 3
Mandelson messages could form a manual in the dark arts of wielding power and keeping it Files shed light on how the Labour grandee juggled patrons and supplicants using flattery, fury and contempt for three decades The Guardian - UK · Jun 3
Raising concerns over Gaza war like ‘hitting brick wall’, Streeting says The claim comes after WhatsApp messages revealed Lord Mandelson had accused Mr Streeting of being ‘hysterical’ about the war. Evening Standard · Jun 2
The Guardian - UK · Jun 2 Streeting says raising concerns over Gaza in government like ‘hitting up against a brick wall’ Ex-health secretary was described as ‘hysterical’ on issue by Peter Mandelson in messages disclosed this week
The Guardian - UK · Jun 2 Labour figures who wrote competing ‘manifestos’ join forces to warn against tribalism Mathew Lawrence and Mark McVitie, previously seen as favouring Burnham and Streeting respectively, say change of direction is needed
The Guardian - UK · Jun 2 British politics is fractured and chaotic – but at last it’s brimming with ideas for the future Finally, Labour is talking policy, thanks to the leadership contest and Tony Blair’s intervention – and the centre-right is making a much-needed fightback too, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee
International Business Times UK · Jun 2 Andy Burnham Confirmed as Labour Candidate in Makerfield Andy Burnham is confirmed as Labour's candidate in Makerfield and may use the seat to challenge for Labour leadership. He faces competition from both his party and Reform UK, who finished second in 2024.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 1 Emma Barnett: Fighting Endometriosis review – this woman is not about to be fobbed off The BBC presenter has a horrific illness which leaves her and so many other women in a lifelong hell with no cure in sight. Barnett is at the absolute end of her tether … can she change millions of lives?
The Guardian - UK · Jun 1 Mandelson files reveal a man for whom betrayal is a way of life The Prince of Darkness appears in his element bad-mouthing colleagues and allies behind their back
The Independent UK · Jun 1 Full timeline of Mandelson ambassador appointment scandal as latest files released New files related to Lord Mandelson’s appointment were released by the Government on Monday
The Guardian - UK · Jun 1 What is new in the latest release of Peter Mandelson documents? Massive tranche reveals ex-ambassador’s scorn for Starmer’s leadership and his unwillingness to share information
The Guardian - UK · Jun 1 Mandelson criticised Starmer’s lack of ‘verve’ and tendency to buckle under pressure Criticisms revealed in major release of files relating to Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to US
Evening Standard · Jun 1 Mandelson file release ‘unprecedented’ display of transparency, minister says Hundreds of documents relating to Peter Mandelson’s appointment and work as ambassador to the US will be released.
Evening Standard · Jun 1 ‘It’s a given Starmer will go,’ says London MP Rosena Allin-Khan as she heads to Makerfield by-election Keir Starmer has vowed to fight any moves by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to replace him as PM