Politics

Andy Burnham commands national attention, but his actual powers as Greater Manchester’s mayor are narrower than the headlines suggest. Here’s where his authority runs out.

Kirandeep Kaur, 28, was killed as she slept beside her baby in Wolverhampton in a murder that has devastated her family in Punjab, India. Her sister says she was ‘my world’ as police launch an urgent investigation with no arrests made so far.

Andy Burnham has laid out his most ambitious vision yet for reshaping Britain, calling the current system fundamentally broken. The Greater Manchester mayor is positioning himself as a national reformer with plans that stretch far beyond his city’s borders.

Nigel Farage has lashed out at reporters and political rivals after renewed scrutiny of his personal finances, calling it a deliberate campaign to undermine him. But critics say a sitting MP should expect — and welcome — exactly this kind of examination.

Steven Long stole £11.5 million from 115 elderly victims using fake investment schemes to fund a lifestyle of luxury properties and exotic holidays. Survivors have spoken out after the 54-year-old fraudster was jailed for 14 years.

Andy Burnham has built a political identity that defies easy Labour categorisation, from hardline devolution economics to a notably tough line on immigration. As his national ambitions grow, understanding where he really stands has never mattered more.

A record 34 candidates have registered to stand against Nigel Farage in the Clacton by-election, including 20 independents and several openly joke candidates. The contest on 10 October is shaping up to be one of the most chaotic in recent British political history.

Andy Burnham’s deliberately casual wardrobe has been central to his political identity for years. But the demands of Downing Street may force a reckoning that no spin doctor can fully manage.

Thomas Tuchel says he has ‘no regrets’ after England’s 2-1 World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina, but admitted his side became too passive after scoring first. The defeat at Atlanta Stadium ends England’s campaign at the last-four stage.

King Charles III raised eyebrows and a few smiles when he quipped it was a ‘good day to drown a few sorrows’ while pouring a pint during a surprise pub visit. The remark came just days after England’s painful World Cup semi-final exit.