Economy
Burnham Faces Five Major Challenges as UK Prime Minister
•Andy Burnham confronts five critical challenges as PM, from defence spending to housing. Discover the key issues facing the next UK leader.
18 July 2026
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Prime Minister
National
Burnham Finalises Cabinet Team Ahead of Monday PM Appointment
•Burnham announces he is finalising his cabinet ahead of becoming Prime Minister on Monday. The Labour leader promises the biggest political change in 40 years.
18 July 2026
National
Burnham Charts Bold New Direction as Labour's Next UK Leader
•Burnham unveils transformative vision for Labour government in pivotal Friday speech, signaling fresh path forward before taking office next week as new Prime M...
17 July 2026
Politics
Andy Burnham Elected PM: Labour's New Direction
•Andy Burnham becomes Britain's seventh PM in a decade after securing Labour leadership landslide. Discover what's inside the 17 July Guardian Weekly edition.
16 July 2026
National
Starmer Announces End of Political Career at Final PM Questions
•Starmer marks the conclusion of his political journey during his last Prime Minister's Questions. MPs across Parliament honor the departing leader.
16 July 2026
National
Burnham Secures Labour Leadership with 349 MPs Backing
•Burnham strengthens Labour leadership position with overwhelming support from 349 MPs, positioning herself to become the next Prime Minister. Latest political d...
14 July 2026
Economy
Reeves Demands Clear Governance Strategy for Burnham's Leadership Transition
•Chancellor Reeves tells BBC that incoming PM Burnham requires a detailed, worked-through plan to govern effectively from day one of administration.
13 July 2026
Politics
Starmer May Award Resignation Honours Upon Leaving Office
•PM signals possibility of resignation honours despite prior opposition. Keir Starmer declines ruling out honours list before stepping down.
10 July 2026
National
Burnham Leads Labour Race with 322 MP Nominations for Prime Minister
•Andy Burnham secured 322 Labour MP nominations, positioning him as the frontrunner to succeed Sir Keir Starmer as UK Prime Minister. Explore the latest leadersh...
10 July 2026
Culture
Australian PM Apologises for Comments About Kylie Minogue
•Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologises unequivocally for inappropriate remarks about Kylie Minogue following public backlash and criticism.
7 July 2026
Politics
Starmer Advises Burnham: Diplomacy Cannot Take Less Priority
•Starmer warns Burnham about the unavoidable demands of diplomacy in leadership. He reflects on his resignation decision after two years as PM in exclusive inter...
4 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
National
Starmer Opens Up: 'Intensely Personal' Exit Decision
•Starmer speaks candidly about his departure from office, calling it 'intensely personal.' Read his first interview since resigning as PM.
4 July 2026
Politics
Burnham Pledges Cost Relief Plan for UK Households
•Andy Burnham promises cost of living relief through business rates cuts, energy de-privatization, and free bus travel for youth in PM bid.
3 July 2026
National
Next PM Favorite Unveils Ambitious Devolution Plans in Manchester
•Burnham promises devolution reforms in major speech. Discover his economic vision for Britain's next leadership agenda and regional governance strategy.
29 June 2026
Economy
Who Will Lead Britain's Economy: Next UK Chancellor Revealed
•Discover who could become Britain's next chancellor following the PM's resignation. Leading candidates and their economic policies revealed in our analysis.
29 June 2026
National
Burnham Outlines Premier Vision in Major Monday Leadership Address
•Bury MP Burnham delivers first major leadership speech, sketching his vision as potential prime minister. Exclusive insights on his political strategy and futur...
29 June 2026
National
Burnham Faces Dual Security Challenges With Moscow and Makerfield Tests, Military Expert Warns
•Admiral Sir Tony Radakin argues Burnham must pass Moscow and Makerfield security assessments. Defence becomes critical priority for next PM leadership agenda.
28 June 2026