BBC Politics
Burnham's PMQs Debut Proves New Politics Still Means Old Punch-Ups
Andy Burnham's first PMQs showed that even a social media-savvy PM can't escape the ancient ritual of political mud-wrestling.
2026-09-02
BBC Politics
2026-08-03
BBC Politics
Conservatives Propose Making Facial Recognition Mandatory, Because 'Basics' Apparently Include Mass Surveillance
Tories want to make facial recognition mandatory for police, because why rely on judgment when you can rely on AI?
2026-07-29
The Guardian
Burnham to Assisted Dying Campaigners: Hold Your Horses, We Have to Fix This Other Thing First
Andy Burnham tells assisted dying advocates to wait while he gets around to fixing social care - a problem that's been 'intractable' so long it's practically a British institution.
2026-07-28
BBC Politics
Burnham Picks Former Rival for Labour Chair, Because Nothing Says Unity Like a Good Old-Fashioned Deputy Race Rematch
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.
2026-07-17
BBC Politics
Andy Burnham Vows to 'Bring Back Hope' as Labour Leader, Promises Biggest Political Shake-Up Since Mullets Were Cool
Andy Burnham becomes Labour leader and prime minister, promising to reverse 40 years of neoliberal policy and bring hope back to working-class communities, while keeping his actual policy plans a closely guarded secret.
2026-07-12
BBC Politics
Burnham Adviser Promises to Make Poor People Slightly Less Poor, Eventually
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.
2026-07-03
BBC Politics
Starmer Warns Burnham: Good Luck Trying to Ignore the World on Fire While You're Busy Fixing Potholes
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.
2026-06-29
The Guardian
Andy Burnham Unveils Blueprint to Fix Britain's 'Broken' System, Promises to Rebalance Power and Maybe Make Trains Run on Time
Andy Burnham outlines his vision to transform Britain with devolution, public ownership, and a new northern hub - basically, a plan to make government slightly less broken.
2026-06-22
BBC Politics
Keir Starmer Poised to Join 'Prime Ministers Who Quit Because Their Own Party Got Bored' Club
Keir Starmer prepares to join the revolving door of PMs quitting because their own party got bored, as Andy Burnham's by-election win uncorks Labour's dissent.
2026-06-21
BBC Politics
Labour Promised No More PM Merry-Go-Round; Starmer Exit Looks Like That Promise Is Next to Go
Labour promised no more PM swaps. Seven PMs in ten years later, they're about to oust Starmer for Andy Burnham, because apparently winning a by-election you already held is grounds for a leadership change.
2026-06-01
BBC Politics
Leaked WhatsApps Reveal Politicians Are Just as Snarky in Private as You'd Imagine
Leaked WhatsApps show politicians being refreshingly honest about taxes and benefits, while the Mandelson appointment continues to haunt the PM like a bad penny.
2026-05-18
The Guardian Europe
Reform UK's 'Turquoise Tide' Brings Neighbor-on-Neighbor Vibes, Ethnic Minorities Left Holding the Bag
Reform UK's local election wins bring a wave of racist rhetoric, and ethnic minorities are left wondering if turquoise is the new black-and-blue.
2026-05-15
The Guardian
From Blair to Burnham: The Long, Sweaty History of Politicians Jogging for Power
Andy Burnham's morning jog triggers a historical romp through British politicians using exercise as a metaphor for ambition, from Blair's shell suit to Johnson's laundry-basket chic.
2026-05-10
The Guardian
Starmer's Survival Odds Shorten as Labour's Bench Warms Up for Leadership Derby
Keir Starmer's leadership is hanging by a thread as Labour rivals sharpen their knives following disastrous local elections, with everyone from Wes Streeting to Andy Burnham's fan club positioning for a potential contest.
2026-04-28
The Guardian
Former Starmer Aide Admits Pressuring Foreign Office to Rush Mandelson Appointment, But Says It Was Totally Above Board
Former chief of staff admits to pressuring Foreign Office to rush Peter Mandelson's ambassador appointment, but insists it was all above board - just don't ask about the Jeffrey Epstein links.
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