Burnham’s plan to collaborate with social media creators.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham, long celebrated for his masterful use of social media to forge a distinct political brand, is now set to embed this digital-first approach at the very…

Former defence minister Al Carns turns down ministerial offer.

Former defence minister Al Carns has confirmed he has declined an invitation to serve in Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s newly formed government, citing persistent concerns over the adequacy of the…

Andy Burnham rebukes ministers after prisoner releases joke.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivered a sharp rebuke to several of his cabinet ministers this week, following the emergence of footage that captured them sharing a lighthearted joke about the…

Natalie Fleet leaves ‘triggering’ safeguarding minister role.

Natalie Fleet, the Labour MP for Bolsover, has announced her immediate resignation as Safeguarding Minister, citing the "overwhelmingly triggering" nature of the role which she revealed was making her seriously…

Wes Streeting: Defence must cut waste and maximise value for money

Healey, having championed greater defence spending during his tenure at the MoD, now faces the formidable task of locating the additional funds he previously argued the preceding government failed to…

Burnham says he will review early prisoner release scheme

The early release scheme, initiated in September 2024, has seen tens of thousands of inmates released from prison to alleviate severe overcrowding across the jail network. This measure, unprecedented in…

Who’s in Andy Burnham’s new Labour cabinet?

The newly constituted Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) cabinet is designed to be a collaborative powerhouse, working closely with local authorities, businesses, and communities to ensure that the benefits of…

Sarwar ministerial role sees promotion of another Starmer critic

When Sarwar publicly declared in February that Sir Keir Starmer should step down from his leadership role, it sent shockwaves through the Labour Party, creating a moment of profound and…

Burnham tells cabinet to tackle living costs at first meeting

However, the nascent government immediately faced scrutiny over its funding strategy for this flagship policy. Burnham’s plan to finance the VAT reduction by scrapping Sir Keir Starmer’s proposed digital ID…

Whitehall officials offered move to No 10 North in Manchester

The proposed recruitment plan, outlined in the comprehensive "Re:State blueprint," envisions a rapid build-up of staff, targeting approximately 300 employees within an ambitious 18-month timeframe. This new workforce will be…