The Guardian
Labour readmits Diane Abbott and Joani Reid after disciplinary processes, with Abbott apologizing and Reid cleared of wrongdoing, as Andy Burnham promises a new era of party discipline - but maybe not too new.
BBC Politics
Andy Burnham puts Bridget Phillipson in charge of Labour's election machine, pairing her with the woman who beat her for deputy leader. Teamwork makes the dream work, or at least makes the party look functional.
The Guardian Europe
Bev Craig, a Northern Irishwoman who moved to Manchester at 18, is poised to become the most powerful Labour woman outside Westminster - if she can fend off the Greens and Reform UK while soundtracking her campaign with Oasis.
BBC Politics
Andy Burnham's transition from Manchester mayor to PM forces a wardrobe reckoning: will the king of casuals surrender to the tie, or keep his Adidas trainers in No 10?
BBC Politics
Andy Burnham secures Labour leadership with union backing and 379 MP nominations, making a party vote unnecessary and democracy slightly less exciting.
BBC Politics
Andy Burnham's adviser says he'll put money in people's pockets, but won't say how much or when. Also, water and buses.
The Guardian
Lucy Powell says No 10 was a boys club that silenced women via nasty briefings, and hopes Andy Burnham will bring a meritocracy where feet stay on the floor.
BBC Politics
Outgoing PM Sir Keir Starmer warns Andy Burnham he'll be stuck dealing with global chaos too, because apparently the world doesn't care about your domestic agenda.
BBC Politics
Andy Burnham's big leadership speech promises big change, but with no Q&A and a mandate-free status, he's asking voters to trust the process - and maybe hold their applause until the details arrive.
BBC Politics
Wes Streeting says he's ready to trigger a Labour leadership contest as early as next week, because the party clearly needs more drama than a by-election can provide.
The Guardian
Labour pens a strongly worded letter demanding Nigel Farage explain a £5m gift from a crypto billionaire, while he plans a luxury beachfront renovation. It's all very transparent.
BBC Politics
Tony Blair pens 5,600-word essay saying Starmer has no plan; Starmer insists he does, pointing to growth figures and falling NHS waiting lists as evidence he's not just winging it.
The Guardian
Rachel Reeves fights to keep her job as chancellor amid reports Andy Burnham may prefer Ed Miliband, warning that bond markets would panic - because nothing says stability like a leadership struggle and a codenamed VAT cut.
BBC Politics
Wes Streeting quits as health secretary, blames Keir Starmer's 'vacuum' of vision, and warns of an 'AI jobs apocalypse' - while also finding time to quote Bowel Babe.
BBC Politics
Streeting jumps into the leadership fray while Burnham plots a by-election comeback to 'reclaim' Labour, and Sir Keir insists he's not going anywhere.
BBC Politics
Labour MP Josh Simons gives up his seat so Andy Burnham can challenge the PM, because nothing says 'leadership material' like a party that's currently imploding.
BBC Politics
As Labour leadership speculation swirls, potential challengers jostle while the PM's allies warn of chaos - because nothing says stability like a party on the brink.
The Guardian
Four ministers quit, nearly 90 MPs want him gone, but Keir Starmer is still standing - though the palace is reportedly asking if the king really has to show up for this.
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