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Express Politics28 Jun 2026

Rupert Lowe issues Nigel Farage fierce 3-word warning as he vows to do 1 thing

The warning comes as an investigation into a £5m gift to Reform UK's leader rumbles on

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The Guardian Politics28 Jun 2026

Rising cost of insuring against climate crisis will have wider knock-on effects for UK economy | Heather Stewart

As extreme weather events become more common, economists say government will need to take more active role to protect consumers Anyone attempting to notch up a productive day’s work in the searing heat of southern England this last week was left in little doubt about the impact of extreme weather. But the economic effects of the climate crisis for the UK are not confined to the many hours lost to quietly perspiring – or fetching kids dismissed early from scorching classrooms. Continue reading..

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Express Politics28 Jun 2026

Fury as Starmer scraps plans to replace 13 ageing Royal Navy ships in favour of drones

EXCLUSIVE: A lack of cash for the Armed Forces is because Labour prioritised welfare, the shadow defence secretary says

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Express Politics28 Jun 2026

Fury as 'class warrior' Bridget Phillipson's family makes 900% profit on council house

News of the profit comes as Labour cracks down on the Right to Buy

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The Guardian Politics28 Jun 2026

Will Andy Burnham ‘go big’ in expanding the role of the state?

In the first of a series on nationalisation, we look at the critical tests ahead for the PM-in-waiting, from choosing a chancellor to the future of Thames Water As he swept towards victory in the Makerfield byelection, Andy Burnham told voters he wanted to see “the essentials of life being run primarily for the public interest, not for the private interests”. Citing the Bee Network of buses and trams across Manchester city region, brought together on his watch, Burnham repeatedly highlighted the

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The Guardian Politics28 Jun 2026

Labour has abandoned the missions that brought it to power. Here's how Burnham could revive them. | Mariana Mazzucato

With a new prime minister incoming, Labour faces a fundamental question about its economic vision As Keir Starmer stands down as prime minister and attention turns toward Andy Burnham, the current moment should not be reduced to a story of personalities. The question that matters is strategy, and the Labour party has three years left to get this right. When Labour won its landslide in July 2024, it did so on the promise of a new kind of governance: five national missions to tackle the UK’s deepe

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Express Politics28 Jun 2026

Disaster for Labour as Brits don't trust Andy Burnham's party on defence

The Conservatives and Reform UK are the two most trusted parties on the defence of the realm

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BBC Politics27 Jun 2026

Burnham will need a Moscow test as well as Makerfield test, says ex-military chief

Former Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin says defence must be a priority for the next prime minister.

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BBC Politics27 Jun 2026

Burnham will need a Moscow test as well as Makerfield test, says ex-military chief

Former Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin says defence must be a priority for the next prime minister.

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Sky News Politics27 Jun 2026

High-speed boats and drones promised for elite commandos in tweak to defence spending plan

Britain's elite, rapid reaction force is to be equipped with high-speed boats and drones as the new defence secretary Dan Jarvis tries to put his stamp on his new brief.

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Express Politics27 Jun 2026

Reform UK cranks up war on woke with plans to blast 'toxic' culture in 'blueprint' council

Nigel Farage's party promises to rip out 'toxic equality and diversity culture' and blaze a trail for others to follow

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The Guardian Politics27 Jun 2026

The war for Burnham’s ear: politicians and wonks fight for influence over a PM

There is high emotion, a deluge of policy papers and an ‘excruciating’ jostle for jobs as Labour’s probable next leader settles back into Westminster life As well as being the most popular politician in the country – for now – Andy Burnham is also the most popular man at Westminster. Labour MPs, the unions, Whitehall civil servants, political advisers and thinktanks are all among those battling for the ear of the next prime minister. “There are so many different demands all at once. But the supp

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