Burnham Pledges 'Biggest Change in Our Lifetimes' in Devolution Speech
Andy Burnham will pledge 'good growth in every postcode' by transferring power from Whitehall to local communities, setting out a 10-year platform for government.
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Ukrainian military cadets graduate amid war, many heading to armed forces
At a military school in western Ukraine, 136 cadets graduate, with many choosing military careers as the war with Russia continues, marking a poignant end to their training.
Liberal MP calls for party rebrand after poll slump
Liberal frontbencher Melissa McIntosh says the party needs a rebrand after hitting a historic polling low of 17%, prompting ridicule from Labor.
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Maher jokes about Trump Kennedy Center fiasco at Twain gala
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Pakistani airstrikes kill 36 in Afghanistan
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Burnham pledges biggest change in lifetimes in Manchester
Andy Burnham promises 'biggest change in our lifetimes' in Manchester speech, announcing plans for a No 10 North to devolve power across the country.
Burnham Promises No 10 North as 'Nerve Centre of Rewired Britain'
Andy Burnham pledges to establish No 10 North to oversee devolution, build council houses, and reindustrialise regions, calling Westminster 'broken'.
Burnham's speech: promise of change, substance questioned
Andy Burnham's Manchester speech pledges major devolution and council housing, but critics question fiscal viability and lack of tax plans.
Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Firing of Fed Governor Cook
The US Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that President Trump cannot fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook without cause, protecting Fed independence and limiting presidential authority over the central bank.
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Burnham speech praised by investors and think tank
Andy Burnham's speech pleases progressive economists and City investors, with commitments to fiscal responsibility and public control of services, but critics note lack of detail.
Burnham picks Simpson as deputy chief of staff for No 10 North
Andy Burnham has asked Caroline Simpson, CEO of Greater Manchester Combined Authority, to be his deputy chief of staff, leading the new No 10 North in Manchester if he becomes PM.
Dame Penelope Keith dies at 86
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UK state threats bill may risk journalists' terror prosecutions
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Burnham confirms No 10 North in Manchester
Andy Burnham announces the establishment of a No 10 North in Manchester, aiming to decentralize power and drive growth across all UK regions, including London.
Andy Burnham vows to set up No 10 North
Andy Burnham pledges to create 'No 10 North' and rebalance power across the UK in his first major policy speech since launching his bid to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister.
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