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Burnham's summer tour is over - now he has to prove himself in Parliament
The imminent return of Parliament will put the new prime minister under real scrutiny, with MPs finally getting a chance to grill him. Newsiline summarise...
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Burnham says he will not vote on assisted dying unlike Starmer
Burnham has called for all views to be respected as MPs vote in two weeks on legalising assisted dying in England and Wales. Newsiline summarises this rep...
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South of France holiday scuppers Davey's blood donation
The Lib Dem leader was unable to give blood due to visiting an area where there is the risk of mosquito-borne viruses. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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UK soldiers could get paragliders to drop behind enemy lines
The Ministry of Defence is set to trial a UK-made system to allow troops to mount covert operations without aircraft. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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FM calls for referendum powers as draft independence bill published
The draft bill would be introduced into Parliament if the Scottish government secured the necessary powers from the UK government. Newsiline summarises th...
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Ex-council chief investigated in DUP mayor clothing probe
Anne Donaghy is one of three people referred to prosecutors for consideration over alleged misconduct in public office. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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Rape and sex offence specialists on all police forces by 2027, PM says
The plans for forces in England and Wales had been scheduled to be rolled out by summer 2029, but have been brought forward. Newsiline summarises this rep...
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Supreme Court asked to settle dispute over Sturgeon inquiry documents
Scotland's information commissioner wants to challenge the Scottish government's use of exemptions to block the release of information. Newsiline summaris...
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United Ireland poll is 'off the table', says PM
Andy Burnham's visit comes amid calls from Stormont for increased funding. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to...
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The Briefing Room
Young people are protesting around the world but about what and are they winning? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links read...
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Family welcomes review of law after driver who killed daughter ruled unfit to stand trial
The UK government says it is considering changing the law around defendants who are considered unfit to stand trial. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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I was told I had no right to be at Eisteddfod, says Reform MS
Helen Jenner said she was criticised for attending the festival because of her membership of her party. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - P...
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Andy Burnham arrives in NI for first visit as prime minister
He is expected to have community engagements in Belfast before meeting the leaders of Northern Ireland's main political parties. Newsiline summarises this...
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MP calls for transparency over drone factory
There are concerns about what protection is in place at a Ukrainian drone plant in the UK. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and l...
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What have Reform achieved in Wakefield in their first three months?
New leader has already repainted road markings - but will he be able to lower council taxes? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and...
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Burnham calls summit of Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish first ministers
The announcement comes as Burnham holds his first official visit to Wales since becoming prime minster. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - P...
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Wes Streeting deluged with homophobic hate mail since becoming defence secretary
Homosexuality was decriminalised in the UK in 1967, but a ban continued in the armed forces until 2000. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - P...
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Portrait of Ann Widdecombe put up in Parliament for MPs' return
The framed photograph forms part of work by MPs to install a permament memorial for the former Tory grandee. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Reviewing Plaid's first 100 days in charge
Wales political editor Gareth Lewis looks back on Plaid's first 100 days in power. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links rea...
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Reform proposes £30 tax rebate for HMRC phone delays
People on hold to HMRC for more than 30 minutes would get a tax credit under plans announced by Robert Jenrick. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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What has happened in Plaid Cymru's first 100 days in power?
Plaid ministers say they are making good progress but the opposition say little has been achieved. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politi...
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Council investigates Reform's 'Farage Fest'
The organisers of "Farage Fest" – a victory party and rally for the Reform UK leader after the Clacton by-election – are being investigated for failing to...
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Row breaks out over minister's tribute to all A66 crash victims
Home Office Minister Anna Turley paid tribute to all seven victims initially, sparking a backlash from the shadow justice secretary. Newsiline summarises...
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DUP MP Gregory Campbell under investigation for alleged spending breach
The watchdog's investigation concerns the MP’s spending against their Office Costs budget. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and l...
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70,000 social and affordable homes to be built across England as part of £39bn plan
Funding has been granted to Greater Manchester, the West Midlands and West Yorkshire as well as £6bn for London. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Scottish National Investment Bank makes 'painful' £138m net loss
The publicly-owned body, which operates independently, has invested in several firms that collapsed last year. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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UK missiles offer may help Ukraine - but they are not what Zelensky needs most
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is handing over blueprints so Kyiv can build its own long-range missiles. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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From Our Own Correspondent
Authorities are frustrated by the absence of victory as drone strikes bring the war home. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and li...
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Burnham economic adviser O'Neill rules out government job
Lord O'Neill, former chief economist at Goldman Sachs, was tipped to become Andy Burnham's chief economic adviser. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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'Quiet, quiet, quiet!' - What triggers Trump to shut down reporters?
As the US president insults a journalist again, the BBC looks at the questions he does not like to answer. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Solar farm approved despite public objection
The project has been approved by the government despite opposition from local people and their MP. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politi...
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Burnham to send high-performing civil servants to mayoral offices
The prime minister said the scheme would help communities "unleash and unlock their potential". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics...
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PM challenged to song battle by health campaigner
Ashleigh Harley is being joined for her performance by 1960s star Brian Hyland. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links reader...
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London boroughs challenge PM on council tax hikes
It follows reforms meaning more money is directed to deprived areas while wealthy areas get less. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politic...
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Council with no leader faces government takeover
The Greater Manchester authority has been in no overall control since the local elections in May. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politic...
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NI saw largest rise in disposable income of any UK region
The figures estimate the amount of money that people have for spending or saving after they have paid taxes and received benefits. Newsiline summarises th...
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Trial of facts over ex-mayor's 'bigoted' tweets
Pat Marsh, a long-serving councillor in Harrogate, has been deemed unfit to stand trial. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and lin...
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Reform's leader in Scotland Malcolm Offord reveals cancer diagnosis
Malcolm Offord said he had a procedure last week to remove his prostate and was now "clear" and "raring to go". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Meet the men applying for the 'hardest job in British politics'
Labour MSPs Michael Marra and Joe Fagan are making their pitches as they aim to succeed Anas Sarwar. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Poli...
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Reform suspends councillor ahead of court case
Glenn Gibbins, from Sunderland, is facing a court case over the post about the Nigerian population. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Polit...