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The Guardian Politics17 Jul 2026

How Burnham’s team could reshape the Bank of England

Taking a fresh look at the Bank’s role would send a strong signal that a Burnham government is prepared to do things differently UK politics live – latest updates Business live – latest updates When Louise Haigh – then a lowly backbencher – wrote a policy prospectus for the leftwing Renewal journal back in May, it contained a little-noticed nugget: a rethink of the Bank of England’s mandate. Haigh, who quit as transport secretary in 2024 after it emerged she had been convicted of fraud over a

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The Guardian Politics17 Jul 2026

What Andy Burnham’s first speech as Labour leader tells us

The incoming prime minister showed his oratorical skill and that he is prepared to borrow from populism UK politics live – latest updates Nearing the end of his speech accepting the Labour leadership, Andy Burnham paused. “I know what to do,” he said. “I have a plan.” Perhaps he does. But even after half an hour of dense rhetoric, it is still not especially clear what this is. Burnham, who will become prime minister on Monday after this formal party coronation, is a politician who runs largely

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The Guardian Politics17 Jul 2026

Burnham finally answers the burning question: how does he take his tea?

Incoming PM has deigned to answer some quickfire questions on TikTok – also revealing his stance on socks with sandals UK politics live – latest updates It was Tony Blair who wrote that the “leader sets out for the people what they need and not simply what they want. Otherwise, the leader is just a follower”. The incoming prime minister, Andy Burnham, must have been channelling his predecessor when this week he started to set out his views on the big issues facing the UK: should milk go in the

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BBC Politics17 Jul 2026

First Reform UK police commissioner elected

This is expected to be the final police and crime commissioner election held, unless anyone else steps down or leaves the role by other means.

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Guido Fawkes17 Jul 2026

Guido Whispers: Is It Really a New Day in Number 10?

Guido Fawkes members get access to Guido Whispers, our exclusive insiders-only newsletter revealing all the latest gossip and tittle-tattle swirling around Westminster. To find out that and much more, become a Guido member today. Sign up here and get all the gossip first…

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BBC Politics17 Jul 2026

Burnham promises big change - but offers few clues on how he will deliver it

The next prime minister promised nothing less than the biggest change in British politics in 40 years in his first speech as Labour leader.

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BBC Politics17 Jul 2026

Burnham promises huge change - but leaves questions about plan to deliver it

The next prime minister promised nothing less than the biggest change in British politics in 40 years in his first speech as Labour leader.

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BBC Politics17 Jul 2026

Andy Burnham is Labour leader: What is he promising?

The BBC's chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman explains what Andy Burnham intends to do as the new prime minister.

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Guido Fawkes17 Jul 2026

Burnham’s Incoming No10 Strategy Chief Deletes X Account

Matthew McGregor has swiftly deleted his X account ahead of entering No10 on Monday as Burnham’s new head of political strategy. He was previously Director of Campaigns & Communications for Hope Not Hate from January 2018 to October 2021. Guido kept a few screenshots for posterity. Click the images below to expand… Guido reported on…

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BBC Politics17 Jul 2026

Can Andy Burnham solve the housing crisis?

The Labour government has pledged to build 1.5 million new homes in England over the course of this Parliament - but it is already falling behind on this target.

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Conservative Home17 Jul 2026

Joe Sayer: In Britain it’s less a productivity crisis and more an ambition crisis

Too often our political debate starts with the question of how wealth should be distributed. That's an important conversation, but it shouldn't be the first one. Conservatives should instinctively ask how we create more wealth in the first place, because a country can't redistribute prosperity it never generates. The post Joe Sayer: In Britain it’s less a productivity crisis and more an ambition crisis appeared first on Conservative Home.

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The Guardian Politics17 Jul 2026

Andy Burnham becomes Labour leader in final step towards becoming UK PM

Former Greater Manchester mayor expected to take reins as prime minister and appoint new cabinet on Monday Andy Burnham has become the leader of the Labour party, paving the way for him to take over as British prime minister on Monday. The former mayor of Greater Manchester won the overwhelming support of MPs, trade unions and party branches, making him the only choice to take over from Keir Starmer. Continue reading...

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