Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson has apologised after phones belonging to Jihad Al-Shamie, the Heaton Park Synagogue attacker, were seized twice but not examined prior to the October 2025 assault that killed two men. The devices contained evidence of his extremist views, and an IOPC investigation is underway.
Greater Manchester Police apologized for a "missed opportunity" to examine seized phones of synagogue attacker Jihad al-Shamie before his October 2023 attack, which could have revealed his extremist mindset. The apology followed the life sentencing of Mohammad Bashir for planning a separate terrorist act on the UK Defence Academy with Shamie.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a nationwide £2 cap on single bus fares in England and a VAT cut on domestic electricity bills, effective from October. These measures, aimed at tackling the cost of living, are funded by reallocating over £500m, including switching international climate finance to loans, drawing criticism from NGOs.
Andy Burnham's unexpected rise to Prime Minister, following Keir Starmer's resignation and a decisive byelection win, is analyzed. The article contrasts Burnham's political acumen with Starmer's perceived weaknesses and highlights Nigel Farage's recent missteps, while outlining the significant challenges Burnham faces in uniting Labour and governing in a volatile political landscape.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a nationwide £2 cap on single bus fares across England from January 2027, reversing a previous increase. This measure, alongside a VAT cut on electricity bills, aims to ease the cost of living, funded by reallocating international climate finance and departmental savings.
Andy Burnham has become the UK's new Labour leader and Prime Minister after Keir Starmer's resignation, inheriting a party in electoral freefall. He aims to revive the centre-left by appealing to hope, contrasting with Starmer's grim tone, and faces challenges from populist forces like Reform UK.
Newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to end long-term rough sleeping across the UK, announcing an additional £340m over three years for homelessness strategies. The move, welcomed by campaigners but met with skepticism by critics, aims to replicate successful schemes from his time as Greater Manchester mayor.
UK government departments and major media organizations like the BBC and Channel 4 are increasingly decentralizing operations from London to regional hubs. This shift, exemplified by the BBC's successful move to Salford, aims to devolve power, create regional opportunities, and foster economic growth, despite initial skepticism and some challenges.
US President Donald Trump claimed Aberdeen residents would celebrate reports that incoming UK PM Andy Burnham might back new North Sea oil and gas drilling, despite Burnham not confirming the reports. Trump also criticized wind power.
Australian politicians, their staff, and families face unprecedented security threats, including online abuse, in-person intimidation, and physical attacks, described as the most dangerous security environment in decades. This follows a rise in politically motivated violence in the UK and US, prompting calls for urgent security reviews and a de-escalation of political rhetoric.
Fitness influencers associated with Gencore Global, a UK wellness brand, are promoting illegal steroids and performance-enhancing drugs through an underground Telegram network. The network, rebranded as Anabolic By Nature, was initially called Rohm. Experts warn of a blurred line between fitness culture and illegal drug promotion.
Reform UK's Greater Manchester mayoral candidate, Sian Astley, is facing criticism for comments suggesting voters for other parties should house criminals and rapists. She doubled down on her remarks, linking them to immigration and open borders policies.
Reform UK's Greater Manchester mayoral candidate, Sian Astley, faces criticism for suggesting voters of other parties should house criminals and rapists. She doubled down on her comments, linking them to open border advocacy.
Andy Burnham is set to become the next Labour leader and UK Prime Minister after securing 322 nominations from Labour MPs, just one shy of the number needed to run unopposed. If no other candidates emerge by Wednesday, Burnham will be declared leader next week and take office on July 20.
Andy Burnham is set to become the next Labour leader and potentially Prime Minister after securing 322 nominations from Labour MPs. If no other candidates emerge, he will be declared leader next week and take office on July 20th.
Andy Burnham is poised to become the next Labour leader without a contest, as no other candidates have emerged to challenge him. He is expected to be declared leader next week and potentially become Prime Minister on July 20th.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is stepping down, triggering a Labour Party leadership contest. Andy Burnham, former mayor of Greater Manchester, is the sole declared candidate and strong frontrunner. The process involves nominations from MPs and affiliated organizations, with a potential vote in August.
Andy Burnham is set to become Labour's new leader as no other candidates have emerged to challenge him. Nominations opened Thursday, and without opposition, Burnham could be declared leader next week and potentially become prime minister on July 20th.
Reform UK activists are being directed away from the Greater Manchester mayoral byelection to support Nigel Farage's "fake" contest in Clacton. A WhatsApp message urged members to volunteer in Clacton, suggesting the party doubts its chances in Greater Manchester and is prioritizing support for Farage amidst criticism of the Clacton byelection.
Greater Manchester Police arrested three individuals in connection with a financial crime investigation into the University of Greater Manchester, alleging fraud, bribery, and money laundering involving over £1m and a million emails.
Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, has unveiled his economic manifesto, aiming to replicate his regional successes nationwide. He presented his plan at Manchester's People's History Museum, with expectations high for his potential move to No. 10 Downing Street.
Andy Burnham, ending his nine-year tenure as mayor of Manchester, plans to establish "No 10 North" in the city to oversee UK-wide devolution of power and resources. He has appointed Caroline Simpson to lead this initiative, aiming to implement his vision of "Manchesterism".
Andy Burnham, expected to become prime minister, has appointed Caroline Simpson, former GMCA chief executive, as his deputy chief of staff for the new No 10 North office in Manchester, aiming to drive radical devolution across the UK.
A body, believed to be that of a 15-year-old boy missing since Saturday, has been found in the River Irwell at Clifton Country Park, Greater Manchester. Police confirm no suspicious circumstances.
