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Andy Burnham to scrap digital ID to focus on cost of living in first major policy pledge

A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his Government would “put its focus where people need it right now”.

BBC Politics · 18 Jul 2026
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Burnham is 'people pleaser' with 'airy fairy' plans, says Kemi Badenoch

Speaking to Laura Kuenssberg, the Conservative leader accused the incoming PM of not knowing "what the country's priorities are".

BBC Politics · 18 Jul 2026
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Ruthless plotter or dad dancer? Insiders reveal the real Andy Burnham

Who is the real Andy Burnham? Laura Kuenssberg talks to more than 20 people who know him to work it out

BBC Politics · 18 Jul 2026
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Week in Politics: Trump's speech; midterm elections; Todd Blanche and Jay Clayton

Three months from the November midterms, President Trump is drawing attention to issues that are not top priorities for voters.

NPR Politics · 18 Jul 2026
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Burnham to announce plans for new North Sea oil and gas drilling

Drilling has become a controversial topic for the Labour party after the 2024 manifesto pledged to not issue new licences.

BBC Politics · 18 Jul 2026
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Lib Dems urge FA and Uefa to withdraw from Fifa

Sir Ed Davey says Gianni Infantino and world football's governing body is "destroying the integrity of the beautiful game".

BBC Politics · 18 Jul 2026
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Andy Burnham's new chief of staff.

BBC Politics · 18 Jul 2026
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Clacton by-election attracts 34 candidates

The list of people taking on Nigel Farage contains 20 independents and a number of joke candidates.

BBC Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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Labour pins hopes on Burnham reboot as he plans policy blitz

There is belief in the party that the new leader could put Labour back in the political match, political editor Chris Mason writes.

BBC Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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As competitive Senate map emerges, both Democrats and Republicans see a path to win

More than halfway through the primary elections, the map of competitive Senate races is becoming clearer, though there are still outstanding races to watch.

NPR Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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Trump promised evidence of election fraud. Experts say there was none

President Trump's primetime address Thursday warned of "shocking vulnerabilities" in U.S. elections, but many election experts say much of Trump's claims amount to old news.

NPR Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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MPs from the West reflect on Keir Starmer's legacy as PM

Labour MPs pay tribute to the outgoing prime minister after his emotional final speech in parliament.

BBC Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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Chris Mason: The Labour Party is smiling again

Burnham was confirmed as the new Labour leader.

BBC Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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'Barmy' council shake-up could be challenged

The leader of South Kesteven District Council says the changes "beggar belief".

BBC Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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MP found not guilty of sexually assaulting women

A jury finds Patrick Spencer not guilty of sexually assaulting two women.

BBC Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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Burnham says he is still 'finalising' cabinet

The Labour leader says there has been "too much" speculation about who will be in his top team.

BBC Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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First Reform UK police commissioner elected

This is expected to be the final police and crime commissioner election held, unless anyone else steps down or leaves the role by other means.

BBC Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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Burnham promises big change - but offers few clues on how he will deliver it

The next prime minister promised nothing less than the biggest change in British politics in 40 years in his first speech as Labour leader.

BBC Politics · 17 Jul 2026
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