UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he is open to a formal apology for Britain’s role in the slave trade but rejects reparations ahead of the Commonwealth summit.
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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he is open to a formal apology for Britain’s role in the slave trade but rejects reparations ahead of the Commonwealth summit.
French Navy Fires Warning Shots During BBC Interview in English Channel The French Navy fires incident during a BBC interview in the English Channel has sparked a political row over maritime security and the handling of migrant crossings. The incident occurred while a BBC crew was filming French naval operations in the Channel. Journalists reportedly… Continue reading French Navy Fires During BBC Interview
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he is prepared to publicly disagree with US President Donald Trump whenever he believes Britain’s national interests require it. In his first major interview since taking office, Burnham described his initial conversation with Trump as positive and “really warm”. However, he made clear that Britain’s relationship with the United… Continue reading Burnham says he is prepared to call out Trump ‘if right for Britain’
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
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 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
