Andy Burnham is backing a plan to give regional mayors a direct share of income tax revenues in what would be the most significant devolution of fiscal power in a generation. But critics say the government’s announcement is big on vision and dangerously light on detail.
UK inflation has cooled and domestic conditions are pointing toward rate cuts — but the escalating Middle East conflict is keeping the Bank of England’s hand firmly in place. Economists say geopolitical uncertainty is now the last major obstacle between British borrowers and relief.
Robert Jenrick has laid out what he calls a comprehensive blueprint to revive the British economy, placing himself firmly to the right on fiscal policy. The proposals come as the Conservative leadership contest enters its most critical phase.
Two-Michelin-star chef Gareth Ward is swapping the kitchen pass for the dugout — metaphorically speaking — with a bold new partnership at Aberystwyth Football Club. The venture promises to bring world-class cuisine to one of Welsh football’s most beloved community clubs.
Andy Burnham has appointed Bridget Phillipson as Labour Party chair, bringing her back into the fold after her narrow defeat to Lucy Powell in the deputy leadership race. The move sets up a closely watched working relationship at the top of the party.
Paddy Young went from bathroom audition tapes to playing the Prime Minister on live TV. The SNL UK breakout star talks impressions, viral moustaches, and what comes next.
Andy Burnham became the UK’s 59th prime minister on Friday, promising a ‘circuit breaker’ moment to reset British politics and tackle NHS waiting lists topping 7.5 million. His opening moves signal a deliberate break from Westminster convention.
Craig Bowe had taken his family to a Mersea Island beach to celebrate his daughter’s birthday when he heard screaming from the sea. What followed was a desperate and ultimately heartbreaking attempt to save a mother and child from drowning.
Pubs and hospitality venues are celebrating a 40% business rates discount worth thousands per site — but independent retailers say they’ve been deliberately left out of the package. The divide is fuelling anger on High Streets across England.
Natalie Fleet has stepped down as safeguarding minister, saying the role was too emotionally triggering given her own history as a survivor of grooming and rape as a teenager. The Bolsover MP had held the brief for less than a year.
