Burnham Signals Welfare Cuts in First PM Speech
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham outlined plans for welfare cuts and education reforms in his inaugural speech outside Downing Street, aiming to reduce the DWP bill.
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Burnham's First Speech: 7 Key Announcements
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivers his first Downing Street speech, pledging cost of living help, DWP welfare cuts, an end to rough sleeping, and a 10-year plan for Britain.
Burnham Plans £9,854 Pension for Over-74s via Triple Lock
New PM Andy Burnham commits to Triple Lock, boosting basic state pension to £9,854/year for over-74s, despite calls to scrap it.
Andy Burnham's Wife Went on Blind Date While Together
Marie-France van Heel, wife of incoming PM Andy Burnham, appeared on ITV's Blind Date during their relationship, picking Will from Surrey for a disastrous trip to Gibraltar.
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Starmer resigns: salary, severance, and future plans
Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister; will remain MP earning £98,599, eligible for ~£20k severance, and may pursue Nato role.
Starmer Resigns as PM After Landslide Victory Two Years Ago
Keir Starmer resigns as PM after landslide 2024 win, citing political pressure. He praises achievements and passes baton to Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham Pension: £602 Rise for Some Over-65s
State pensioners could see a £602 annual increase under Andy Burnham's triple lock, but not all over-65s will benefit equally due to two pension tiers.
Argentina criticized for trophy snub after World Cup final loss
Aston Villa's Emi Martinez and Argentina faced backlash after players turned their backs as Spain lifted the World Cup trophy, with pundits calling it 'no class' and 'a total disgrace'.
Andy Burnham £130 Boost for UK Households
New PM Andy Burnham plans to cut energy bills by £130/year by reforming gas charges and removing levies, making electricity cheaper and easing cost-of-living crisis.
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Burnham Hints at Raising Tax-Free Allowance as PM
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham has suggested increasing the £12,570 HMRC personal tax-free allowance, citing it as the top concern he heard from voters during the election campaign.
Burnham Backs 65p Minimum Alcohol Price for Pubs
Andy Burnham supports a 65p minimum unit price for alcohol in all pubs ahead of becoming PM, sparking debate over public health vs hospitality.
Burnham Confirms Triple Lock, Pension Up £2,100
Incoming PM Andy Burnham commits to the triple lock, boosting state pensions by up to £2,100 over this Parliament, with a major Pension Credit campaign.
Reeves Raises Mileage Rates, Bike Rate Unchanged
Rachel Reeves increased tax-free mileage rates by 10p for cars, but bicycle rate stays at 20p. She is set to be replaced by Birmingham MP Shabana Mahmood.
Burnham Rejects WASPI Compensation Ahead of PM Role
Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham has ruled out DWP compensation payments of up to £2,950 for WASPI women, accepting the final decision not to award financial recompense.
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Burnham Confirms £1,900 Pension Hike for Pre-1960 Pensioners
Andy Burnham, incoming Labour PM, greenlights £1,900 state pension increase for over 12 million pensioners born before 1960, upholding the Triple Lock pledge despite OECD criticism.
Burnham Confirms Triple Lock for State Pension
Andy Burnham confirms the triple lock for state pension will stay, affecting 12 million pensioners, despite criticism over affordability from Labour peer Lord Walker.
State pensioners born after 1946 to get £100 less
Winter Fuel Payment returns for 2026-27 but state pensioners born after 1946 will receive £100 less than those born before 1946.
Burnham Rules Out DWP Payments for WASPI Women
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has ruled out DWP compensation for women born between 1950 and 1960 affected by state pension age changes, despite earlier suggestions of recompense.
Andy Burnham Plans £758 Monthly Pension for Over-74s
Andy Burnham, incoming Prime Minister, plans to keep the triple lock, ensuring state pensioners born before 1953 receive at least £758 a month from April 2027.
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Andy Burnham Scraps Digital ID Scheme After Petition
Incoming PM Andy Burnham will scrap Sir Keir Starmer's digital ID scheme, reallocating resources to cost-of-living support after a petition against the plan reached three million signatures.
Gavin Parry: The 'Burger Bar Boy' Killed in Birmingham
Gavin Parry, 31, was shot dead at an industrial estate in Winson Green in 2021. Armed with a WWII machine gun and wearing a bulletproof vest, he was killed before he could fire. The case involved multiple trials and a wall of silence.
Tate Brothers Arrested in Miami on 38 New Charges
Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami on 38 new charges including rape and trafficking, with the CPS seeking extradition to the UK. Total charges now 59.
Burnham's Six Policies as PM on Monday
Andy Burnham will succeed Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister on Monday, announcing six key policies including North Sea drilling, bus fare caps, public ownership of utilities, and council house building.
Andy Burnham Backs £989 Monthly State Pension for Under 76s
Andy Burnham, new Labour leader and PM, pledges £989 monthly state pension for those under 76 via the Triple Lock, ensuring at least 2.5% rise next April.
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Andy Burnham £331 Pension Hike for Post-1951 Pensioners
Andy Burnham has committed to a £331 increase in the state pension for those born after 1951, upholding the Triple Lock pledge. The full new state pension will rise by at least 2.5%.
Walsall Teen's £29m Cyber Attack on TfL Leads to Jail
Owen Flowers, 19, from Walsall, was jailed for 5.5 years for a sophisticated cyber attack on Transport for London, costing £29 million. He was caught hacking US healthcare systems.
Five New Driving Rules Proposed for Andy Burnham as PM
Andy Burnham faces calls to introduce five driving rule changes, including maintaining the 2030 ICE ban and EV grants, as he prepares to become Prime Minister.
Pension age 70 warning for under-40s born before 1985
Workers under 40 born before 1985 face state pension age rising to 70, warns former DWP minister Sir Steve Webb, as OBR report accelerates planned increase to 68.
Steven Gerrard in Running for Scotland Manager Job
Former Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard is a surprise contender for the Scotland manager vacancy, with odds of 16/1, following Steve Clarke's departure after the World Cup.
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Solihull MP Hits BBC Over Invictus Games Location Error
Solihull MP Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst demands BBC correction after article placed the NEC and 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham, insisting the venue is in Solihull.
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