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Incoming Greater Manchester Mayor Bev Craig Embraces Prime Minister’s Devolution Plan
Bev Craig has been elected the new Mayor of Greater Manchester, promising to leverage new devolved powers from the government to improve regional housing, transport, and local business support.
Sir John Curtice Analysis: The ‘Burnham Bounce’ Exists, But Remains Modest
Political analyst Sir John Curtice examines the recent surge in support for Labour under Andy Burnham, noting that while the 'Burnham bounce' is statistically evident, it is not extensive enough to guarantee future electoral dominance.
Prime Minister Burnham signals rethink on jury trial restrictions
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is reviewing plans to limit jury trials, indicating he may revise the controversial proposals inherited from the previous government amid intense opposition from legal experts.
Prime Minister Burnham Announces Income Tax Revenue Sharing for English Mayors
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to grant English mayors a share of local income tax and business rates to reduce reliance on central government funding and boost regional growth.
Sunderland Reform UK Councillor Faces Charges Over Offensive Online Remarks
Sunderland councillor Glenn Gibbins has been charged under the Communications Act 2003 regarding an alleged offensive social media post targeting Nigerians.
Prime Minister Burnham Discusses Pragmatic North Sea Oil Policy with Trump
Prime Minister Andy Burnham confirms he told President Trump he would take a pragmatic approach to North Sea oil, sparking debate over the future of UK energy policy.
Parliamentary report labels MoD Afghan data leak a predictable disaster
A parliamentary inquiry has concluded that the Ministry of Defence's mismanagement of Afghan relocation data was a foreseeable disaster, compounded by a culture of excessive secrecy and inadequate oversight.
Reform UK official faces criminal charges for disparaging social media remarks
Reform UK councillor Glenn Gibbins faces charges under the Communications Act 2003 for an offensive social media post regarding the Nigerian community.
Police drop investigation into Zack Polanski over social media post
The Metropolitan Police will not pursue charges against Green Party leader Zack Polanski for re-posting an image of a man in a controversial T-shirt, though the original incident remains under review by Avon and Somerset Police.
Families Navigate Challenges While Awaiting Social Care Reform
Families across England are sharing their struggles with the current social care system as Andy Burnham seeks a cross-party consensus on urgent reforms.