Labour chair Bridget Phillipson demands Reform deputy leader Richard Tice apologise to firefighters for urging Britons to enjoy extreme heat and joke about sparkling wine while wildfires rage across the UK.
Labour chair Bridget Phillipson has requested a Gambling Commission probe into companies linked to Reform UK donors and Nigel Farage allies, specifically Tether.bet and Fispay, following allegations of unlicensed gambling operations in the UK.
Hamish Falconer, who transitioned from Foreign Office diplomat to MP for Lincoln in 2024, has reached the cabinet as minister for European relations under Andy Burnham after serving as Middle East minister.
The UK Labour Party lost a fifth of its members in 2025, dropping to 264,754 from 333,235 in 2024, as the government faced scandals, unpopular policies, and internal dissent under then-Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Diane Abbott and Joani Reid have been readmitted to the Labour Party, with their parliamentary whips restored, following independent disciplinary processes. Abbott received a formal warning for past comments on racism, while Reid's readmission follows her husband's arrest for alleged foreign intelligence links.
The Unite union is pressuring the UK government to award a £2.4bn military satellite contract to European manufacturer Airbus, rather than US rival Lockheed Martin, to protect up to 600 jobs in Stevenage and Portsmouth. The decision is seen as a test of Labour's pledge to back British industry.
Ed Miliband, praised for rapidly decarbonizing the UK's power sector as Energy Secretary under Keir Starmer, has moved to the Foreign Office. Despite right-wing and internal attacks, his policies secured record renewables contracts and investment, though challenges like rising fossil fuel prices and grid investment remain.
Andy Burnham, the incoming Prime Minister, surprised many by appointing John Healey as Chancellor, despite intense lobbying for other candidates like Ed Miliband, Shabana Mahmood, and Rachel Reeves. Healey's selection signals a focus on borrowing rules, re-industrialisation, devolution, and increased defence spending, potentially through "defence bonds."
Andy Burnham has become the UK's new Prime Minister after Keir Starmer resigned following two years in office. Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, pledged immediate support for households facing rising costs of living and outlined plans for significant national changes.
Newly-minted Labour leader Andy Burnham met King Charles III, becoming the UK's seventh PM in a decade. He promised major changes, including a 10-year economic plan and immediate cost-of-living proposals, aiming to 'bring hope back.' European leaders congratulated him, emphasizing strengthened partnerships.
Andy Burnham has been appointed the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, following his election as Labour Party leader. He is expected to address the nation from Downing Street.
Andy Burnham has become the UK's seventh prime minister in 10 years, succeeding Keir Starmer after winning a Makerfield by-election and being appointed Labour Party leader. Burnham, a former Manchester Mayor and advocate of "pro-business socialism," faces deep political, economic, and social challenges.
Andy Burnham, the new UK Prime Minister, has pledged a "circuit breaker" moment for Britain, aiming to restore hope and transform the country's politics and economics. He announced plans for a 10-year vision and immediate measures to address the cost of living crisis, starting Tuesday, and vowed to end rough sleeping.
Andy Burnham has become the UK's new Prime Minister after Keir Starmer resigned, tendering his resignation to King Charles III. Burnham, the seventh PM in a decade, pledged to address the cost of living crisis and bring significant changes, aiming to restore public trust in politics.
Keir Starmer's hypothetical premiership ends in 2025 after a sharp decline in approval, despite a 2024 landslide victory. A Guardian analysis reveals his loss of support among unions, Muslim communities, and left-wing Labour MPs, presenting challenges for successor Andy Burnham.
Bankers reportedly alerted the National Crime Agency (NCA) over a £5m gift to Nigel Farage from a crypto billionaire, citing concerns about potential money laundering. Labour's Anna Turley called the allegations "astonishing and deeply serious" and urged Farage to cooperate with the NCA.
Andy Burnham has pledged to end the culture of negative briefing against female ministers, promising to dismiss any staff found undermining women in his team. He also criticized descriptions of him as the "first female Labour PM" and addressed concerns about structural misogyny within the party.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, facing party revolt and resignation, is reportedly interested in becoming NATO's next secretary-general after Mark Rutte's term ends in 2028. His supporters cite his relationships with Ukrainian President Zelensky and other European leaders.
The Labour Party is set to unite behind Andy Burnham as its next leader, with key figures like Lucy Powell and Steve Reed backing his coronation over a potentially damaging contest, ahead of a pivotal economic policy speech on Monday.
The Green party and several trade unions have warned the Labour party against weakening its climate commitments, particularly on North Sea oil and gas drilling. They argue that such a move would lead to political failure and economic detriment, while other unions and figures advocate for continued drilling to protect jobs.
Keir Starmer resigns as UK PM, paving the way for a new leader, likely Andy Burnham. While Starmer stabilized ties with China, the successor's main challenge will be domestic economic issues.
Andy Burnham is set to become the UK's next Prime Minister after forcing Keir Starmer's resignation. Burnham's rise follows a significant by-election victory, but the article questions his ability to unite a divided Labour Party and address Britain's deep-seated problems.
Keir Starmer will resign as Labour leader after losing support from MPs. Andy Burnham, following a significant by-election victory, is the front-runner to succeed him, potentially by mid-July.
Keir Starmer will resign as Labour leader after admitting he lost the support of his MPs. Andy Burnham, following a decisive election victory, is the front-runner to succeed him, potentially by mid-July.
