Prime Minister Andy Burnham has officially opened No 10 North in Manchester, marking the start of operations at the government’s new regional headquarters. The new office is intended to strengthen decision-making outside London and support the government’s wider plan to move political and economic power away from Whitehall. Speaking alongside Chancellor John Healey, Burnham said… Continue reading Chancellor Joins PM on First Day Working from No 10 North in Manchester
Justice Secretary Andy Burnham has paused the government’s planned early prison release scheme following strong criticism from victims, survivors and families affected by serious crimes. The Sentencing Act, which was due to take effect in September, would have allowed thousands of eligible prisoners in England and Wales to leave prison earlier. The government originally proposed… Continue reading Andy Burnham Pauses Early Prison Release Scheme After Victims Raise Safety Concerns
The UK electricity bill cut is set to take effect on 1 October, just days after Prime Minister Andy Burnham entered Downing Street. The government says the measure will provide immediate financial relief for households facing continued cost-of-living pressures. Under the plan, VAT will be removed from domestic electricity bills. Officials estimate that the change… Continue reading UK Electricity Bill Cut Announced by PM Andy Burnham
Andy Burnham has officially become the United Kingdom’s new prime minister after replacing Keir Starmer, marking a major change in Britain’s political leadership. Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, was formally appointed by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on Monday, 20 July 2026. The King invited him to form a government after Starmer… Continue reading Andy Burnham Prime Minister After Starmer Steps Down
The UKMTO tanker incident Oman has raised fresh concerns about maritime security after the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported an encounter involving a commercial tanker east of Oman. The incident occurred in the Gulf of Oman, a strategically important shipping route connecting the Arabian Sea with the Strait of Hormuz. Authorities are continuing… Continue reading UKMTO Tanker Incident Oman Reported East of Duqm
The London Pro-Palestine march brought thousands of demonstrators to central London on Saturday as protesters called for stronger British action over the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Participants travelled from across the UK to join the National March for Palestine. Demonstrators carried Palestinian flags, displayed banners and called for an immediate ceasefire. London Pro-Palestine March Calls… Continue reading London Pro-Palestine March Draws Thousands
A Strait of Hormuz tanker attack forced the crew of a commercial vessel to abandon ship after an unidentified projectile struck the tanker near Oman. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said the vessel caught fire following the incident. A nearby tugboat rescued all crew members, and authorities reported no injuries. Strait of Hormuz… Continue reading Strait of Hormuz Tanker Attack Leaves Vessel Ablaze
