BBC Politics15 May 2026
Burnham cleared to run for selection in pivotal by-election
If the mayor goes on to win the by-election he would be able to a launch a leadership challenge against the PM.
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BBC Politics15 May 2026
What does Makerfield make of by-election and can Burnham win?
Andy Burnham says he will look to stand in the constituency, after Labour MP Josh Simons announces his resignation.
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BBC Politics15 May 2026
Ukraine flag removed from council HQ by Reform
Reform says it is "proud" of the move, but the Conservatives have branded it "performative".
BBC Politics15 May 2026
Mandelson papers being withheld, says intelligence watchdog
Responding to the criticism the government said it would "publish as much material as we can as soon as possible".
BBC Politics15 May 2026
Mandelson papers being withheld, says intelligence watchdog
Responding to the criticism the government said it would "publish as much material as we can as soon as possible".
BBC Politics15 May 2026
Kettering MP resigns from Department of Health job
The Labour MP has been a private secretary since September.
BBC Politics15 May 2026
Badenoch 'flattered' by Thatcher comparison from Nicki Minaj
Badenoch says she is a fan of the Trinidad and Tobago-born rapper's song Starship after being endorsed by her.
BBC Politics15 May 2026
Badenoch 'flattered' by Thatcher comparison from Nicki Minaj
Badenoch says she is a fan of the Trinidad and Tobago-born rapper's song Starship after being endorsed by her.
BBC Politics15 May 2026
Eleven 'far-right agitators' banned from UK ahead of rally, government says
Saturday's rally has been organised by anti-Islam activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, better known as Tommy Robinson.
BBC Politics15 May 2026
What Makerfield makes of Andy Burnham prompted by-election?
BBC Radio Manchester asked people in the constituency what they think of having a by-election
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BBC Politics15 May 2026
What does Makerfield make of by-election and can Burnham win?
Andy Burnham says he will look to stand in the constituency, after Labour MP Josh Simons announces his resignation.
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BBC Politics15 May 2026
Who is James Murray, the new health secretary replacing Wes Streeting?
What are the most pressing priorities for the new minister in charge of health?