🏛️UK Politics

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's predecessor, Andy Burnham, has criticized FIFA President Gianni Infantino, saying he is the 'wrong man to lead' the organization over a plan to secure private investment for the Football World Cup.

John Healey will present the first budget of Andy Burnham's premiership on October 28, with plans built on fiscal discipline.

Andy Burnham has indicated he will scrap plans to limit jury trials in England and Wales, following concerns from the Prime Minister about the proposals.

UK prime minister is the first head of a major nation to call on the under-pressure Fifa president to step down UK politics live – latest updates Andy Burnham has called on the Fifa president, Gianni Infantino, to…

Labour MP Diane Abbott has been readmitted to the party after a year-long suspension, with Jewish groups expressing concern over her return.

The chief of East Sussex County Council has threatened to report a café owner to the police after the owner publicly criticized the council's decision to stop school holiday meal vouchers.

Some in Dover say their town is being exploited by content creators and politicians, but others claim there is a genuine problem If you believe rightwing influencers and politicians, Dover and the wider Kent coast has…

Andy Burnham wants to train builders and Zack Polanski wants a universal basic income - but both are asking the wrong questions about what AI means for Britain.

Andy Burnham can't hide behind good headlines for ever.

Labour leader Keir Starmer's pledge to stop small boats crossing the English Channel has been made, but no specific plans have been announced to address larger vessels.

The Reform UK leader is keeping a low profile and his approval ratings have sunk since Burnham took office. What’s the outlook for the Clacton byelection? This time last year, Nigel Farage was making the political…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has met with US lawmakers and officials to strengthen ties and secure further support for Ukraine's conflict with Russia.

Publishers have called for greater support for local media to ensure effective scrutiny of mayors and councils under plans for devolution, which would transfer power to local government.

Labour's Shadow Home Office Minister, Katie Lam, has warned that the party's policies could lead to a surge in migrants, similar to the crisis in Spain.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage expressed concerns that a Labour plan would not be beneficial for his former constituency in Essex, citing it as 'opposite' of what Andy Burnham wants.

The UK government has paused Labour's early release scheme for prisoners, including those convicted of rape, following criticism and a pledge to prioritize victims' rights.

Nigel Farage accepted a £5m gift from billionaire donor Christopher Harborne, a significant development in an ongoing investigation into Reform UK's financial ties and relationships.

Labour politicians, including Andy Burnham, have proposed converting failing water firms into not-for-profit cooperatives to give the public more control without adding to government debt.

Andy Burnham delivered his first major speech since becoming Prime Minister, offering a glimpse into his leadership style and policies.

Author Julian Coman reflects on his shared Catholic upbringing with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, drawing parallels between their faith and Burnham's approach to governance.

Local councils and the UK government have expressed mutual distrust, with town halls criticizing Whitehall's handling of funding and decision-making processes.

The Sharpe series is being hailed as a last great Anglo-Irish work, a testament to the enduring legacy of author Bernard Cornwell's historical fiction.

Tensions between Morocco and Spain escalated in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, amid a diplomatic row that has been linked to Morocco's closer ties with the US under the Trump administration.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has faced criticism following the handling of its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, who was appointed despite allegations of misconduct.

Labour's Bev Craig has won the Greater Manchester mayoral byelection, succeeding Andy Burnham as mayor and reversing Labour's losses in the area to Reform UK and the Greens.

Intelligence officials have assessed that a migrant deal between France and the UK is not effectively reducing migrant numbers, despite degrading the capability of smuggling gangs.

Labour leader Andy Burnham and Shadow Home Secretary Louise Haigh have unveiled their plans for funding devolution, including details on how the proposals will be funded.

Around 60,000 migrants stormed the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, creating a diplomatic crisis, and UK officials, including Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, are discussing potential responses to the situation.

Labour MPs and climate experts have expressed concern over Prime Minister Andy Burnham's apparent support for renewed North Sea oil and gas drilling, despite the UK's current climate crisis.

The UK government has announced plans to cut funding to the Science and Technology Facilities Council, which may lead to the closure of the Lovell telescope at Jodrell Bank Observatory in 2028.