BBC Politics
Union Backing Seals Labour Crown for Burnham, Democracy Takes a Nap
Andy Burnham secures Labour leadership with union backing and 379 MP nominations, making a party vote unnecessary and democracy slightly less exciting.
2026-07-15
BBC Politics
2026-06-01
The Guardian
London Tube Strike Proceeds After Talks Fail to Find That Thing Called 'Resolution'
London's tube drivers strike after talks fail, with half walking out and no service on key lines, while the other half enjoy their four-day week proposals.
The Good Times
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