Devolution plans strengthen case for written UK constitution, says Burnham
Burnham is inspired by Germany’s postwar basic law, which equalises finances across the regions. Photograph: Jeff Overs/BBC/PAView image in fullscreenBurnham…
The Manchester mayoral result holds the key for the future of progressive politics | Neal Lawson
‘When second preferences kicked in, it’s estimated that about seven in 10 progressives who had backed other parties piled in…
Turn failing water firms into not-for-profit cooperatives, MPs and mayors tell PM
A union flag floats downstream from a polluted tributary of the River Deben, near a storm overflow at Wickham Market,…
Labour wins decisive victory in Greater Manchester mayoral byelection
Bev Craig, Greater Manchester’s new mayor, smiles as the count nears completion. Photograph: Christopher Thomond/The GuardianView image in fullscreenBev Craig,…
Burnham risks first revolt as PM over apparent support for North Sea drilling
Andy Burnham has said this week that he intends to take a pragmatic approach to the question of the Rosebank…
Healey sets budget for late October, promising to ‘spread money and power’ around UK
Andy Burnham and John Healey on a visit to a family centre in Sheffield on Friday. Photograph: Annabel Lee-Ellis/ReutersView image…
Burnham to free mayors from ‘Treasury death grip’ with new devolved powers
Andy Burnham at the Submarine Academy for Skills and Knowledge at BAE Systems in Cumbria today. He will announce his…
Diane Abbott and Joani Reid readmitted as Labour MPs
Diane Abbott apologised after an independent investigation into her conduct concluded. Photograph: Beresford Hodge/ReutersView image in fullscreenDiane Abbott apologised after…
Burnham promises ‘pragmatic’ approach to North Sea oil and gas
Andy Burnham has come under pressure to maintain a Labour manifesto pledge not to issue new drilling licences in the…
Labour says Reform ‘up to its neck in sleaze’ and demands investigation into donations
Nigel Farage with George Cottrell (right, in sunglasses) in 2019. Photograph: Mark Kerrison/AlamyView image in fullscreenNigel Farage with George Cottrell…