Politics
UK Government Explores Public Backing for EU Rejoining Plan
•Downing Street officials consult pollsters and think tanks to assess public support for reversing Brexit and potential EU rejoining proposal.
1 October 2026
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Labour Manifesto
Politics
Burnham Faces Party Revolt Over North Sea Drilling Plans
•Burnham's potential reversal of the oil and gas drilling ban could trigger Labour backlash. Party manifesto promised no new licences but existing ones honoured.
19 July 2026
National
Burnham Rejects Early Election Call as PM Takes Office
•Burnham rules out early election as new PM, commits to 2024 Labour manifesto. Makerfield MP set to assume leadership this month with focus on stability.
4 July 2026